Thinking off selling the P1 and getting the my 06 spec-c,just wondered if anyone on here had gone from a P1/STi 5/6 to the new spec-c?,and how they compare,also the extra 2 doors will be helpfull for little billy ,
or any feedback from owners of the my 06 soec-c?
Cheers pete.

 

I did, the P1 looks better, that's about all it has on the Spec C. You won't look back.

 

I changed from a P1 to a Spec C and I've never looked back.
The car is made a lot better than the P1, handles better and goes better.

 

How does it feel to drive ie a mate went from a P1 to a WR1 and he is not very happy says it feels really heavy and big to drive,does the spec c feel as quick and nimble/lively as the P1?
also what do the Spec-c weigh ?

 

were abouts u from mate cant u go test drive one.

 

MY03 -> MY05 is 1350kgs
MY06 -> should be the same (but it may be slightly more)

No comparison between a WR1 and a Spec C imo. Spec C is the best overall drivers impreza available out of the box.

 

i love my 06 spec c to bits but just could not live with it every day . but boy is it special once u get used to it

 

rcwhite,
That can be easily sorted with some proper suspension. But I could never understand why people say the Spec C is hardcore. My standard Spec C was no more harsh than my previous MY02 STi with Prodrive springs and 18" wheels.

 

^^^ agree with the above,i went from an STi Type R to Spec C and id be more than happy to use it as a daily driver as i find it quite comfortable but fortunately it is a second car so it only comes out at weekends/shows/meets/rr/Trackdays etc.It certainly isnt as hardcore as a lot of people make out

 

It's hardcore compared to a Mondeo!

I fully appreciate some peoples meaning of hardcore maybe different to others.

 

well its mainly down to the suspension in my opinion iits harsh yes can be sorted by coilovers .

 

i think coilovers would make the car even more harsh.If you want a comfy impreza get an 05> WRX as the STi of the same year shares a lot of the suspension components of a Spec C

 

was thinking down the line off exe tc coilovers ammazing on the road

 

Scooby-tc,
I take it you have never driven an AST equiped car with road spring set-up then? I was truly amazed when I drove one of Litchfields MKII Type25 Road Cars with this setup.

A lot of coil over kits, I agree, are pants for compliance.

 

i never said i wanted comfy car mate

 

ye good point weeby but the ast just fall short to the exe tc. in my opinion
dont think u could go wrong with either

 

The spec c takes a little more concentration and hence can tire you out quicker, thats the biggest down side to it, everything else is just great the car pulls from about 1500rpm to the red line, its a great point to point weapon, it is hardcore as you have no sound proofing and the exhaust can be intrusive (a good radio can sort that out ) and you hear pretty much every stone bounce underneath your car.
You can update the suspension, I never did, didnt bother me, its considerably better to drive than a series 3 landrover but mine was a second car, doing 30k per year in it wasnt really an option.
Just dont buy the car for the wrong reasons (its fast) buy it because you want it (its just the best point to point scoob you can get), that way your on to a winner

Tony

 

Totally agree, Iv had mine.....er.......5 days & its quite easy to live with on a day to day basis. The clutch/gear change & especially steering is so light compared to my 350z let alone my old 4.0 Chimaera, which was hardcore! There is some cabin noise but can easily be cured with a bit of sound deading in floor & engine, but Iv got used to it already. Most of the noise is caused by that blemin Nur Spec exhaust than anything else anyway.

 

Exactly. Its more the extra concentration needed at all times that can make it a little tiresome, especially on longer journeys. But if like me your only doing approx <4K miles a year then its ok IMO.

 

Rick,
Drive 250 miles and tell me different
The biggest thing is that they can tire you out more due to the extra noise/concentration needed, give it a couple of months and you will understand what I mean 5 days isnt really much time with one to get to know it that well, I was just getting use to how much different it was to drive over a uk classic for the first 4 weeks of owership

Enjoy it, they are great cars

Tony

 

You might be right, Iv already ordered a bung for the exhaust & a Road Angel2 to save my license!!!

 

I went from a Ver 5 Type R to '06 Spec C Type RA about 4 months ago. I use the car on a daily basis for commuting etc. It took me about a month to get used to the significant change in driving style/technique between the two. In my view very different!
The Type R's shorter body shell/chassis and 5 speed gearbox are brilliant for 'b' road blasting. Power comes on more progressively due to slight turbo lag and the car always feels 'planted' with slight understeer and the back end always ready to slide out when you push into corners. I always felt 'connected' and had huge fun driving mine for 5+ years.

The Spec C initially initially feels bigger and heavier until you push over 3500 revs and beyond. There is no noticeable turbo lag and the acceleration is totally fierce. Once you get used to the slightly wider gear ratios in the 6 speed box (and the very high torque at comparatively low revs), it becomes easier to manage. The quick rack steering is very very precise. Although it is minus the soundproofing and hence the cabin noise is greater, it still feels more 'high tech' to drive. I definitely agree about the concentration levels required; if anything it is a more focussed car.

Personally I think Subaru probably took the new age saloon shape, performance (and looks) as far as they could with the 06 Spec C. Probably it is the closest thing to a Group N rally car you will find on the road from any manufacturer, although the Evo crew will argue this.

Anyway if you 'take the plunge' you will definitely not be disappointed.