'09 Impreza changes - Page 8 - ClubWRX Forum - Subaru Impreza WRX and STi Community and Forums

ygohome · 08-19-2008, 07:05 PM

thanks for the link and info weasel, you rock.

***Weasel 555*** · 08-19-2008, 07:21 PM

thank you for the compliment

DriveTOOfast · 08-19-2008, 09:28 PM

Good information that I was searching for.
Thanks

Me&05WRX · 08-19-2008, 09:56 PM

It's looking better every time I read about it... now bring back the bulging fenders!

DriveTOOfast · 08-20-2008, 01:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Me&05WRX

It's looking better every time I read about it... now bring back the bulging fenders!

I prefer the stealth look.
Actually, I wish I could get an 09 WRX with the hood scoop and rear spoiler delete. Don't know where the intercooler would go if that happened.

thepete · 08-20-2008, 01:34 PM

I'm planning my next car purchase within the next 6 months...i HAD pretty much ruled out a WRX, and narrowed it down to a MS3 or CSRT4.

But reading about what the 09 WRX is going to be, it looks like im going to have to rethink everything

AgentH · 08-20-2008, 01:55 PM

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CSRT4

to each his own, but...

Quote:

Actually, I wish I could get an 09 WRX with the hood scoop and rear spoiler delete. Don't know where the intercooler would go if that happened.

The hood scoop is the other thing that defines a WRX (1st being the fenders!). No doubt the aftermarket already has a bunch of FMICs you can buy. Seibion or SOM can hook you up with a hood. You can take your spoiler and sell it then get the body pannel or covers (however its done) from a standard impreza.

thepete · 08-20-2008, 02:12 PM

Haha..I actually like most of the SRT vehicles out there...i wasn't a fan of the CSRT at first but it grew on me.

That being said...Comparing it to the 09 WRX the CSRT just isn't cost effective...why pay 24k for FWD 285hp when you could get 265hp and AWD for only 1k more?

canada_wrx · 08-23-2008, 10:13 AM

My dad is hopefully getting one of the first 09' wrx's in Ontario, He really wants an 07 sti type wing on it, anyone know if they'll fit?

**Rogan** · 08-23-2008, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by canada_wrx

My dad is hopefully getting one of the first 09' wrx's in Ontario, He really wants an 07 sti type wing on it, anyone know if they'll fit?

highly doubtful, as the designs of the two bodies are COMPLETELY different.

**Rogan** · 08-23-2008, 10:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thepete

Haha..I actually like most of the SRT vehicles out there...i wasn't a fan of the CSRT at first but it grew on me.

That being said...Comparing it to the 09 WRX the CSRT just isn't cost effective...why pay 24k for FWD 285hp when you could get 265hp and AWD for only 1k more?

IMO, the 'original' SRT cars...

**YBNormal07** · 08-23-2008, 11:32 AM

FYI...didn't see if it was posted, but the turbo is straight from the STi, as is the DP. They've simple detuned it. Good news for WRX buyers, not so good for STi. STi still retains the edge in diffs, suspension (with all the aluminum bits), brakes, wider track, and of course, the unholy 6 speed.

Stock WRX are going to see 310 hp 340 ft/lbs easy though. The LGT trans will hold up, but the clutch most certainly wont'.

**Big Sky WRX** · 08-23-2008, 12:20 PM

not the exact same turbo, but close

- the STi turbo is positioned differently vs the 09 (and 08 and LGT) WRX- it is rumored to utilize the same compressor housing however

**Big Sky WRX** · 08-27-2008, 08:12 PM

pricing looks pretty good

nary a change from the 08

2009 Subaru Impreza WRX, 2.5GT, and STI

***RayfieldsWRX*** · 08-28-2008, 09:27 AM

Great info in this thread; thanks, guys.

This car is putting me in a different position. I've been all about saving my pennies, finding a buyer for my wagon, and finally getting my used 911, M3, or STI.

This car could be an affordable new alternative. If Subaru runs one of their "we'll give you this much minimum for a WRX trade-in" deals, I may have some thinking to do.

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Me&05WRX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: San Bruno, CA Posts: 836	It's looking better every time I read about it... now bring back the bulging fenders! __________________ Sold my 05 WRX... and I miss it! Edmunds InsideLine: "Most car companies just get mad at us when we tell them their new car is crap. But not Subaru. Instead, Subaru listened. Then it fixed the car." -- Source

08-20-2008, 01:34 PM	#111 (permalink)
thepete Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Philly Posts: 24	I'm planning my next car purchase within the next 6 months...i HAD pretty much ruled out a WRX, and narrowed it down to a MS3 or CSRT4. But reading about what the 09 WRX is going to be, it looks like im going to have to rethink everything __________________ 07 Spec V

08-20-2008, 02:12 PM	#113 (permalink)
thepete Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Philly Posts: 24	Haha..I actually like most of the SRT vehicles out there...i wasn't a fan of the CSRT at first but it grew on me. That being said...Comparing it to the 09 WRX the CSRT just isn't cost effective...why pay 24k for FWD 285hp when you could get 265hp and AWD for only 1k more? __________________ 07 Spec V

08-23-2008, 11:32 AM	#117 (permalink)
YBNormal07 Moderator Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: PA Posts: 5,959	FYI...didn't see if it was posted, but the turbo is straight from the STi, as is the DP. They've simple detuned it. Good news for WRX buyers, not so good for STi. STi still retains the edge in diffs, suspension (with all the aluminum bits), brakes, wider track, and of course, the unholy 6 speed. Stock WRX are going to see 310 hp 340 ft/lbs easy though. The LGT trans will hold up, but the clutch most certainly wont'. __________________ tEh PriUs=teH faSTah!@@! SOLD: 05 SWP Legacy GT Limited 5MT, 13.3ish@105 (stage 2) crappy stock clutch SOLD: 04 MPS/SW WRX Sti. 12.971 @ 103.97 (stock) 278 AWHP/283 AWT, Catback exhaust 306 AWHP/341 AWT, Stage 2 (Scott) Moderator-STi, Drag Racing, Car Purchasing, and Tutorial Forums

08-19-2008, 07:05 PM	#106 (permalink)
ygohome Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 4	thanks for the link and info weasel, you rock.

08-19-2008, 09:28 PM	#108 (permalink)
DriveTOOfast Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 18	Good information that I was searching for. Thanks

08-23-2008, 10:13 AM	#114 (permalink)
canada_wrx Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: sudbury Posts: 7	My dad is hopefully getting one of the first 09' wrx's in Ontario, He really wants an 07 sti type wing on it, anyone know if they'll fit?

08-23-2008, 12:20 PM	#118 (permalink)
Big Sky WRX Moderator Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Plains of Eastern Montana Posts: 10,492	not the exact same turbo, but close - the STi turbo is positioned differently vs the 09 (and 08 and LGT) WRX- it is rumored to utilize the same compressor housing however __________________ "Simplify and add lightness." - Colin Chapman

08-27-2008, 08:12 PM	#119 (permalink)
Big Sky WRX Moderator Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Plains of Eastern Montana Posts: 10,492	pricing looks pretty good nary a change from the 08 2009 Subaru Impreza WRX, 2.5GT, and STI __________________ "Simplify and add lightness." - Colin Chapman

08-28-2008, 09:27 AM	#120 (permalink)
*RayfieldsWRX* Priest of the Temple of Syrinx Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: the old folks home... Posts: 3,162	Great info in this thread; thanks, guys. This car is putting me in a different position. I've been all about saving my pennies, finding a buyer for my wagon, and finally getting my used 911, M3, or STI. This car could be an affordable new alternative. If Subaru runs one of their "we'll give you this much minimum for a WRX trade-in" deals, I may have some thinking to do. __________________ --Ray Mods Grandfather of the Bugeye Mafia

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