SLegacy99 Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 So you dont think they wll bring the auto transmission here with it....b/c that y didnt want the Spec B.....I was hoping that the "tuned by STI" legacy would come with an optional auto...like it says (I live in a very high traffic area...stick would be no good here) STi doesnt belong in auto form. Spec B. does, but not STi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suba_rus Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 Even if they do bring that car here, price on it would be so high that it would have trouble competing on the market. And of course this forum would swell with whining and criticism. Still the best way to go is to get regular GT, spent $2,500- $4,00 on upgrades and have faster car for less. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basbal241b Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v163/darknightohio/LibertySTicopy.jpg The limited edition Liberty GT tuned by STI The limited edition Liberty GT spec.B tuned by STI ARRIVING early APRIL. Bred for performance, the stunning Liberty GT spec.B is now tuned by STI for even more exhilaration. Harnessed beneath the bonnet lies the power of a turbo-charged Boxer engine enhanced by STI to a heart-pounding 194kW. Handling is razor sharp thanks to STI tuned sports suspension and an STI aerodynamics package. Furthermore, low profile Pirelli Rosso tyres and All-Wheel Drive ensure it’s anchored to the asphalt. This thoroughbred is dressed to thrill, sporting 12-spoke 18" STI alloys and dual STI twin pipe mufflers, Brembo performance brakes and Limited Edition ‘tuned by STI’ badging. And the grooming continues inside, where black leather seats with STI stitching embellish an already luxurious interior. If performance is your passion you’ll love the Subaru Liberty GT tuned by STI. Available in Brilliant Silver or Obsidian Black Pearl, Limited edition features: Increased power now up to 194kW with a new STI Engine Control Unit tested and developed by STI for Australian conditions Increased torque for improved responsiveness through the rev range 18” STI ENKEI alloy wheels with Pirelli P-Zero Rosso tyres Enhanced STI aerodynamics package including STI front lip spoiler and rear spoiler Limited edition badges with STI insignia, on engine cover and boot lid Manual transmission vehicles feature an STI short shift gear lever, for smooth, crisp gear changes Automatic transmission vehicles have a revised Transmission Control Unit (TCU) for a faster and sportier shift program Dual low back-pressure STI twin tip mufflers for a throaty exhaust note STI Brembo performance brakes upgrade including STI stainless mesh brake hoses Sporty black Alcantara/leather with embroidered STI stitching interior trim with red luminescent instrument cluster Increased power now up to 194kW (260 hp) with a new STI Engine Control Unit tested and developed by STI for Australian conditions Pricing Sedan 6 speed manual $65,990RRP1 plus dealer delivery and statutory charges are additional2 5 speed ^SPORTSHIFT auto $65,990RRP1 plus dealer delivery and statutory charges are additional2 Wagon 6 speed manual $67,990RRP1 plus dealer delivery and statutory charges are additional2 5 speed ^SPORTSHIFT auto $67,990RRP1 plus dealer delivery and statutory charges are additional2 This heart pounding thoroughbred is limited to only 300 limited edition vehicles. Sporting the same grille as the US spec Legacy, I hope it comes to the US. So wait...im no expert...but doesnt that mean it comes w/ an automatic option??? sorry not im not being sarcastic....im just trying to figure it out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basbal241b Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 Even if they do bring that car here, price on it would be so high that it would have trouble competing on the market. And of course this forum would swell with whining and criticism. Still the best way to go is to get regular GT, spent $2,500- $4,00 on upgrades and have faster car for less. I think thats most likely what i will do....i dont think i want to wait til mid year just to be disappointed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NovaWolverine Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 It looks great, man, I don't know what to say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 So therefore AMG mercs should all be manual gearboxes? Australia seems to think that the STi should have an Auto option... 1. Different customer base. 2. They dont offer any Manual transmission options, therefore if/when I have that kind of money, Ill go BMW instead of Mercedes. An SMG option might be acceptable, but I would never want to see an STi with a 5EAT. I like what Subaru has done with the WRX. You want an auto, then you have to get the Limited package. But, I still hate to see that car in a 4EAT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWP-LegacyGT Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 after seeing the abonination of a car that is the '08 Impreza (on this forum) I think if Subaru doesn't bring out a "STI" version of the Legacy I'm done with Subaru. They just have their heads to far up their asses to know what it smells like or tastes like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 after seeing the abonination of a car that is the '08 Impreza (on this forum) I think if Subaru doesn't bring out a "STI" version of the Legacy I'm done with Subaru. They just have their heads to far up their asses to know what it smells like or tastes like. Im waiting for them to go out of business. If the new Impreza really does look like a Kia, well eww. End of that car. Ugly Tribeca. Unexciting Legacy. Cant survive off of just Outbacks and Forresters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWP-LegacyGT Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 Im waiting for them to go out of business. If the new Impreza really does look like a Kia, well eww. End of that car. Ugly Tribeca. Unexciting Legacy. Cant survive off of just Outbacks and Forresters. yes I'll have either G35 coupe or a 335i/335xi coupe waiting to be purchased. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 yes I'll have either G35 coupe or a 335i/335xi coupe waiting to be purchased. Well I cant tell you that my dad's 330xi 6MT is AWESOME AND IT COMES IN RED!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWP-LegacyGT Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 Well I cant tell you that my dad's 330xi 6MT is AWESOME AND IT COMES IN RED!!!!!!! hmm, unless your dad knows someone I don't, the 330xi's aren't available until June. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 hmm, unless your dad knows someone I don't, the 330xi's aren't available until June. Its an '06. They dont make the 330s anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edkwon Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 time to move to either japan, or australia, i say australia becasue we wont have to relearn the language. Ed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirsimon Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 In the past few months I have gone from being a Subaru fanatic to thinking my next car will be a 335xi (should it become available) or some kind of Audi. Subaru really does seem to be watering everything down, and not even improving the styling while doing so. Sad. Very sad. I understand that the bulk of Subaru's sales prolly come from Outbacks but they seem to have SO MANY performance enthusiasts who are willing to sing their praises everywhere they go. And they have certainly sold a lot of WRXs. No more LGT wagon. Increasingly bloated/boring LGT. Fugly WRX. +__________ = Lost customers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NovaWolverine Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 You mean SOA, right? Though, I'm curious what the Japanese have in store for their Impreza. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTGT Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 That car is pure sex. Add a sports grille and the frontend would look even meaner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArcTec34 Posted March 28, 2007 Share Posted March 28, 2007 That car is pure sex. Add a sports grille and the frontend would look even meaner that horse to the right is pure sex. yee-haw. jk. agreed- just throw on a grill and there ya go. can't wait to see some Americans get there hands on those bumpers and such Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mo_GT Posted March 29, 2007 Share Posted March 29, 2007 can't wait to see some Americans get there hands on those bumpers and such That will be quite an expensive conversion i think - you will need the headlights, fenders, grill, lip and bumper. And if the mounts are different to the us spec cars then the mounts too! While i'm happy we'er getting this car, i think its priced quite high for our market. That will cost around A$70,000 on the road. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NovaWolverine Posted March 29, 2007 Share Posted March 29, 2007 I don't think you need all of that if you have a USDM '08+ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoopMan Posted March 29, 2007 Share Posted March 29, 2007 Cool that they offer an STi wagon. In US$ the Aussie Soob converts to nearly $55k. That is pricier than an S4! Way too much for only 260 hp, methinks... I would say this car ought to be priced around $40k (USD) to make sense to me. But I agree, SOA is lame! Why do they take a great car and water it down? But hey, even the General has to go to Holden in OZ to get a decent RWD platform (except for the Corvette of course). What is it with US base car companies? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArcTec34 Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 What is it with US base car companies? they're trying to go out of business. duh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gfxdave99 Posted March 31, 2007 Share Posted March 31, 2007 Thank you for reminding me why this is my first, only, and last Subaru thanks to SOA. If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough. - Mario Andretti Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vincedog3 Posted March 31, 2007 Share Posted March 31, 2007 It wouldn't be that much of a stretch to get most of the goodness of the Sti in the Legacy. Motor,trans,suspension bits,styling bits. Just axe everyone involved with decision making at SOA, and get some folks with some real guts, and we will get the products we want and deserve. I agree that because of the pansies at SOA, cars like Mazda are steadily getting my attention more and more. For your car audio/video needs:D Audio Crafters IS it. In Pasadena Ca. Arthur rules. www.audio-crafters.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbo2nr Posted March 31, 2007 Share Posted March 31, 2007 Are most or all of those tuned by STi modifications available for the USDM '08s LGT's via aftermarket? I have those parts on my LGT. Beat the Austrailians to it! Na na boo boo. Stick your head in xoo xoo. Same suspension, same wheels, IMO better looking brakes, STi front lip (check) SPT intake and exhaust. STi badging. AVO420 turbo, etc.....I think mine is better! www.japanparts.com rallitec AVO Crucial F1 brakes Yokohamas and REAL STi parts from japan allshock for the bilstiens it can be done. Tighten up the sloppy LCA bushings (replace) braces Building your own is half the fun. You want someone to do it for ya? You'd just start replacing parts anyway, no matter how they made it. Trust me. I've wasted ALOT on cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sponge Posted April 2, 2007 Share Posted April 2, 2007 ^not in a 6speed wagon you won't... Congrats Aussie's you haven't had a Turbo forever...glad to see they figured it out for you guys. Maybe there is hope for the U.S.? yeah right... My vB Gallery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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