edmunds tests the new sti

Bimmer007 · 12-01-2007, 09:31 AM

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...hotopanel..3.*

its no e9x but its a cool hatch

HyperM3 · 12-01-2007, 10:20 AM

But damn that thing is ugly.

forza1976 · 12-01-2007, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by HyperM3

But damn that thing is ugly.

amen to that brother

woody2223 · 12-01-2007, 10:42 AM

Looks like now I have to get Procede just so I don't have to lose to a station wagon!

undecided · 12-01-2007, 11:04 AM

I grew up in Europe. Americans overall are not too keen on hatches. The new Sti is so superior to the previous car. It's a bargain at its price. That center diff is awesome.

Evo8MRto335I · 12-01-2007, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by undecided

I grew up in Europe. Americans overall are not too keen on hatches. The new Sti is so superior to the previous car. It's a bargain at its price. That center diff is awesome.

Same here.. but I think this new STI has too much to offer compare to the old one, it is simply better in every aspect. Don't get trick by the looks on the outside, this new hatchback STI is very roomy.

lawdude · 12-01-2007, 12:28 PM

I can't drive an ugly car.

NaTuReB0Y · 12-01-2007, 12:42 PM

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I can't drive an ugly car.

so, i guess the bugatti is out of the question

Year's_End · 12-01-2007, 12:57 PM

I posted this earlier in the "General Car Discussion" section already.

aspiring335 · 12-01-2007, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by woody2223

Looks like now I have to get Procede just so I don't have to lose to a station wagon!

Just wait until Audi brings out the RS6 wagon. And in Europe you'd have to deal with the BMW M5 wagon, Merc E63 wagon, etc. Personally I think wagons are way cooler and more stylish than sedans.

Digital.James · 12-01-2007, 02:45 PM

As ugly as it may be, I bet the hatchback part of the deal may open a lot of doors for guys with wives and kids trying to convince their wives into letting them buy this sucker!

325 Baller · 12-01-2007, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by HyperM3

But damn that thing is ugly.

To each his own but I think it looks very nice. Wide and defined styling and the hatch part isnt great but sure doesnt hurt. I know its no bmw but for what it is and the price I cant think of anything better.

808AWD325xi · 12-01-2007, 03:50 PM

you have to be a loyal ricer to spend 40k on a subie...

ChaneRZ · 12-01-2007, 04:02 PM

yuck, it's hecka ugly.

leftcoastman · 12-01-2007, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by 808AWD325xi

you have to be a loyal ricer to spend 40k on a subie...

+1

I can drive my rear sway enhanced 335i on the track by just swapping out the wheels/tires and be one of the fastest guys out there, then go back to stock and drive my investors/colleagues around in comfort without feeling like a teenager.

oldaccount · 12-01-2007, 04:08 PM

Raikkonen · 12-01-2007, 04:36 PM

In light of present company, I can't believe I'm about to say this, but I actually like the look of the new sti. Granted, I'm a big GTI/R32 fan, but I really think it looks modern and aggressive, almost "Mad-Max" ish. The AWD technology is amazing, and its rally heritage is second to none. When my current 335 lease is up, I'm probably going to lease one. Is there anyone else out there that actually likes it???? Tell me I'm not alone!!!

serge · 12-01-2007, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Raikkonen

In light of present company, I can't believe I'm about to say this, but I actually like the look of the new sti. Granted, I'm a big GTI/R32 fan, but I really think it looks modern and aggressive, almost "Mad-Max" ish. The AWD technology is amazing, and its rally heritage is second to none. When my current 335 lease is up, I'm probably going to lease one. Is there anyone else out there that actually likes it???? Tell me I'm not alone!!!

I think that you're almost alone...9 people out of 10 dislikes the new STi's look. I grew up in Europe so I'm used to hatchbacks, I really like them. However, IMHO, the new STi looks like a crossover between a Daewoo and a Focus. It fares pretty bad when compared to hot hatches like the GTI/R32 or the new C30, but the dynamic aspects about the car are far superior. And those clear tail lights...

UltimateBMW · 12-01-2007, 05:46 PM

I like it's new look. The scoop I feel is a little cartoonish in design, but its not bad looking.

Raikkonen · 12-01-2007, 05:59 PM

The goos thing about the scoop is that it's functional. I think the car looks very "menacing" in black, and yes, I'm not a huge fan of clear tail lights. They look too aftermarket Honda.

808AWD325xi · 12-01-2007, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by leftcoastman

+1

I can drive my rear sway enhanced 335i on the track by just swapping out the wheels/tires and be one of the fastest guys out there, then go back to stock and drive my investors/colleagues around in comfort without feeling like a teenager.

Absolutely.

I prefer the "Fast and the Luxurious" over the "Fast and the Furious."

2007_E93 · 12-01-2007, 09:58 PM

looks FUGLY!

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