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Old 24 July 2008 | 07:55 PM
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Thumbs up New Impreza Launched at Motor Show!!

The same shape and look - BUT - an 'S' Version!!

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"First up is the Impreza WRX-S, which sees power rise from 230 to 255PS (251 bhp) and a significant 51 lb ft increase in torque care of a remapped ECU. This shaves 0.6 seconds off the standard car’s 0-60mph time and the extra urge is due to be backed up with substantially increased in-gear flexibility.

The WRX-S features a rear limited slip differential, while a centre viscous coupling maintains the nominal 50:50 front-to-rear torque split. There is also a raft of cosmetic enhancements, with front and rear spoilers plus a new diffuser. Inside the cabin gains a Momo Air-Race gear **** in a choice of four colours. The car is on sale now, priced at £22,495, with the first deliveries expected in September.

The WRX STI also receives the S-treatment with the WRX STI 330S. Further ECU tweaks and a new exhaust system provide increases of 29 bhp and 46.6 lb ft over the standard STI, while Subaru are promising that the twin 90mm tail pipes will bring back the burble of previous Scoobys. Trim upgrades include Recaro front leather seats, satellite navigation and a new push-button start system.

Power is transmitted to the wheels via the standard STI’s 6-speed gearbox and much more sophisticated four wheel drive system. It also features Subaru’s SI-drive system which allows you to choose between three different driving modes: ‘Intelligent’, which is intended to reduce fuel consumption by softening throttle response and reducing power output; ‘Sport’, which is intended for everyday running with full power and a more linear throttle response; and ‘Sport Sharp’, which makes the throttle response yet crisper. Expect to pay around £30,000 on the road and, as with the WRX-S, the first cars are expected in September"
Old 24 July 2008 | 08:06 PM
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Well they have not sorted the obvious bits ie the front grill and the rear lights !

All in my eyes of course

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Old 24 July 2008 | 08:08 PM
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Old 24 July 2008 | 09:21 PM
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"Expect to pay around £30,000 on the road"

How much is an Evo?
Old 24 July 2008 | 10:04 PM
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I was there today and it says "Concept" on the description - looked just like a normal STi to me.
The British Motor Show was crap , no effort from any of the manufacturers. Just looked like they'd brought a showroom each with them and plonked it on the floor. Alfa stole the show with the red 8C - pretty car and very pretty girls on their stand too.
Just grateful I didn't have to pay for tickets after someone on here posted up a link to AOLs free tickets a couple of months ago
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Here's the WRX S:



I reckon the white 8C was nicer than the red one but you're right about the models



Maybe the third or fourth time I've posted this link but what can I say, I'm an attention *****!!

The Scorpio Galleries @ HankScorpio.net - British Motor Show 2008
Old 24 July 2008 | 10:45 PM
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Good photos Hank, we lingered around the renault stand for obvious reasons



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Plus the lovelies on the Lotus stand



Took away the pain of the Lotus Eagles' new name....

Hard not to see the blonde one
Old 24 July 2008 | 10:54 PM
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Cheers! Will have more on tomorrow...

There are two almost identical renault models, I didn't get a pic of the 2nd one but also in a sprayed on outfit.

The lotus blond was certainly having fun and I think I might have a pic of her bending over

This was my favourite though:

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OMG Hank

She is utterly fantastic ... don't normally go for looks, but in her case I will make an exception!!! You have made my day!!
Old 25 July 2008 | 10:12 AM
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Is this not the same/similar to the S-GT thats been seeling via Litchfields for about 10 months!!!

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FFS......................................IM bring in the JDM stuff and STOP FANNYING AROUND!

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The 380S sounds a little better

Still fugly though eh??
Old 25 July 2008 | 04:11 PM
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I still haven't seen a new shaped Impreza on the road, which says it all really!
Old 25 July 2008 | 04:17 PM
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Yeah I know what you mean, I'm in an limited edition club and I'm loving every minute of it
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Originally Posted by rsarjantson
Well they have not sorted the obvious bits ie the front grill and the rear lights !

All in my eyes of course

Richard
Agree. Sales are down, they have started to realise they made a **** up (again!), but are not making the right changes to fix it ... just adding more options and models

Oh well, very happy with my Blobeye anyway
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Originally Posted by martyrobertsdj
The 380S sounds a little better

Still fugly though eh??
If only it was 380 Only 330 unfortunately
Old 25 July 2008 | 06:53 PM
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Originally Posted by STiFreak
If only it was 380 Only 330 unfortunately
The 380s is 379bhp, the 330 is a different car!
Old 25 July 2008 | 06:58 PM
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sorry 378bhp lol. Autocar - London show: wild new Imprezas
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