TSiWRX Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 OK, so I just watched the Wheelandtorque video of this 4-door model, and I must say, it seemed to look better in that media, then it does in the still photos. I wonder if I'll like the 4-door variant better when I see it in person? Certainly, I'm a fan of the 5-door, for this generation. Subaru of America claims it'll be "the fastest STI" - OK, so the wheels are supposed to be lighter - but without a (disclosed; as with brother what, I wonder if there isn't some other reason) power increase? I'd like to see some numbers. Given what's happened with the WRX and STI variants of these past two years or so, I'm definitely no longer a "yes man" when it comes to simply bowing down in worship of the STI. I have my doubts, and I can only hope that Subaru will prove me wrong. --- BTW, unclemat - in the video, one person specifically mentioned improvements in seating position and interior comfort.... But then again, if I'd gotten an invite, I wouldn't say anything bad...well, at least not while I was there, and at least not publicly! So, hopefully, that'll be improved, too. <-- I love Winky, my "periwinkle" (ABP) LGT! - Allen / Usual Suspect "DumboRAT" / One of the Three Stooges '16 Outback, '16 WRX, 7th Subaru Family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fossil2k2 Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 I read an article on edmunds.com about the new STi, same power plant as the previous year but it sounds like the suspension was tuned... I believe they said the 2011 STi was the best handling STi yet. So they do a whole bunch more testing around the ring, beef up the suspension, shed a couple lbs and they get the 2011 STi turning laps slightly quicker than its predecessor... and poof! 2011 STi is the fastest EVER! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSiWRX Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 ^ You're right - it's all about what kind of fast. Maybe it's the same in the windsprint to 60 or the run through the quarter, but it's a second faster around the 'Ring. I didn't see it that way - thanks. <-- I love Winky, my "periwinkle" (ABP) LGT! - Allen / Usual Suspect "DumboRAT" / One of the Three Stooges '16 Outback, '16 WRX, 7th Subaru Family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fossil2k2 Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 I guess I tend to look at "fast" differently because of auto-x where you gain all your time in the corners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegGTLT Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 The wheels weigh a combined 17 pounds less than the old ones. I'll let someone who can explain unsprung wieght explain why this is bigger than 17 body pounds. Overall, what did you expect? SOA hasn't gone outside the box since 2005, if you can call the LGT outside the box. 2008 ring any bells for WRX fans? Yeah, soooo, there you go. Overall, I like it. It's a better looking model than 2008 and it's got a great aggressive stance to it. Please PM joeleodee For All Site Questions. He is the acting Admin and can resolve anything related to LegacyGT.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSiWRX Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 The wheels weigh a combined 17 pounds less than the old ones. I'll let someone who can explain unsprung wieght explain why this is bigger than 17 body pounds. ^ Oh, no, I more than understand that - and if you read from some of the sources, it seems that the optional 18x8.5s (edited from 18x8, sorry! ) offer even more of a reduction. But I still thought that it was a rather bold claim. I guess I tend to look at "fast" differently because of auto-x where you gain all your time in the corners. ^ No, you're more than right - I just had blinders on! I have no clue why I chose to interpret things that way, when I wrote what I did. Perhaps it's because the auto-rags kept ragging on the WRX/STI about it. I tend to think more broadly as well: I like to say that "there's all kinds of fast." <-- I love Winky, my "periwinkle" (ABP) LGT! - Allen / Usual Suspect "DumboRAT" / One of the Three Stooges '16 Outback, '16 WRX, 7th Subaru Family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
what Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 OK, so I just watched the Wheelandtorque video of this 4-door model, and I must say, it seemed to look better in that media, then it does in the still photos. I wonder if I'll like the 4-door variant better when I see it in person? Certainly, I'm a fan of the 5-door, for this generation. Subaru of America claims it'll be "the fastest STI" - OK, so the wheels are supposed to be lighter - but without a (disclosed; as with brother what, I wonder if there isn't some other reason) power increase? I'd like to see some numbers. Given what's happened with the WRX and STI variants of these past two years or so, I'm definitely no longer a "yes man" when it comes to simply bowing down in worship of the STI. I have my doubts, and I can only hope that Subaru will prove me wrong. --- BTW, unclemat - in the video, one person specifically mentioned improvements in seating position and interior comfort.... But then again, if I'd gotten an invite, I wouldn't say anything bad...well, at least not while I was there, and at least not publicly! So, hopefully, that'll be improved, too. Wheres that video?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naimouasta Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 they said it now has pillowball bushings in the front. i'm guessing they are talking about the rear LCA bushing?!? which means we might be able to use it for us! hopefully cheaper, but i don't know how bad noise/vibrations might increase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSiWRX Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 Wheres that video?? [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FBQhTW3pP0E]YouTube- Wheelandtorque.com presents "The 2011 STI Debut"[/ame] <-- I love Winky, my "periwinkle" (ABP) LGT! - Allen / Usual Suspect "DumboRAT" / One of the Three Stooges '16 Outback, '16 WRX, 7th Subaru Family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegGTLT Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 "Ummmm, it's like sick. I really like it. An it's like sick." Please PM joeleodee For All Site Questions. He is the acting Admin and can resolve anything related to LegacyGT.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OMGAWD Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 Guys it's Subaru's April Fool's joke! They got you guys good! (I hope it's a joke because the 2011 STi is a joke!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chenc544 Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 Is it just me or does the STI sedan reminds people of Evo VI? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegGTLT Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 Pics to compare? I don't have a side by side handy. Please PM joeleodee For All Site Questions. He is the acting Admin and can resolve anything related to LegacyGT.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chenc544 Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 http://home.comcast.net/~chenc544/pwpimages/EvoVI.jpg http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/04/04wrxstiny2011press.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegGTLT Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 One failed... Please PM joeleodee For All Site Questions. He is the acting Admin and can resolve anything related to LegacyGT.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chenc544 Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 One failed... Damn hot-link ban... Fixed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
what Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 Idk, if it was compared to something based on looks, id have to vote it looks most like a Corolla. Fortunately its nothing like a Corolla. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IwannaSportSedan Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 I figured you were trying to picture the EVO IX, with it's oval front ducts, that look like the new STI fog lights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhook Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/04/04wrxstiny2011press.jpg Oh _ my _ god . . . now THAT is one ugly vehicle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueWhiteBoy Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 Yet sadly I think it looks a good deal better than the current WRX sedan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
what Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 Thats a really crappy drawing/pic of the new STI. I dont know why people keep using that one. It looks crappy compared to the real pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhook Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 Thats a really crappy drawing/pic of the new STI. I dont know why people keep using that one. It looks crappy compared to the real pics. Huh??? That is an accurate picture, look at the Subaru website: http://www.subaru.com/auto-show/index.html Looks the same here as well: http://wot.motortrend.com/6638585/auto-shows/2010-new-york-the-wing-is-back-2011-subaru-wrx-sti-sedan-returns/index.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chenc544 Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 It just looks very '80's JDM style and the first thing that jumps out on my mind was the EVO IV/V/VI range. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
what Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 This is not that difficult. http://www.dailyautosblog.com/new-york-2010-2011-subaru-wrx-sti-sedan-has-wing-needs-gold-wheels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhook Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 . . . looks identical to both of my links and the rendering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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