I think it had something to do with chassis rigidity or aerodynamics and I believe it is something the rally drivers wanted.
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i would take the old sedan version over the new hatch version any day... the hatch just havent grown on me yet because it reminds me of the civic si hatch...
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I agree, the new STI's has grown on me as well. I also hated the Evo X's, but those have grown me.
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Originally Posted by Wolverine
(Post 2773360)
More of the M'z cars....
http://carview-img01.bmcdn.jp/carlif...1421192/P1.jpg http://carview-img02.bmcdn.jp/carlif...1208757/p1.jpg http://carview-img02.bmcdn.jp/carlif...1208757/p2.jpg http://carview-img02.bmcdn.jp/carlif...1208757/p3.jpg |
yeah what rims are those on the 8?
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Originally Posted by SiLVeRE8
(Post 2777101)
i would take the old sedan version over the new hatch version any day... the hatch just havent grown on me yet because it reminds me of the civic si hatch...
but i can see why it would take others to like the STI hatch back a little longer. i never liked the civic hatch back, due ot he front being to short. https://www.rx8club.com/attachment.p...1&d=1229692457 VS https://www.rx8club.com/attachment.p...1&d=1229692803 |
yea I was dissappointed the STI only comes in a hatch now. I miss the old ugly Sti's :)
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Originally Posted by pdxhak
(Post 2777027)
I think it had something to do with chassis rigidity or aerodynamics and I believe it is something the rally drivers wanted.
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Originally Posted by dillsrotary
(Post 2777303)
I actually believe they made it hatch only to adapt to the new rally wrc rules, which is ironic because subaru just pulled out of wrc due to the ecomony
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i thought the hatch shape is more aerodynamic.
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down force, he has it |
well thats JDM for sure..
i never understood that trend. the exaggerate the car to all hell trend... |
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Originally Posted by kersh4w
(Post 2778022)
well thats JDM for sure..
i never understood that trend. the exaggerate the car to all hell trend... https://www.rx8club.com/attachment.p...1&d=1229719077 https://www.rx8club.com/attachment.p...1&d=1229719077 https://www.rx8club.com/attachment.p...1&d=1229719077 Poor Toyota Soarer :( https://www.rx8club.com/attachment.p...1&d=1229719506 Poor Nissan Skyline :( https://www.rx8club.com/attachment.p...1&d=1229719506 |
That last Skyline is so funny cause its almost looks like its trying to be a Camaro
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Originally Posted by alfy28
(Post 2776925)
i love the new sti. i havent figured out why ppl hate the look so much
I just don't like the shape of the new one, it looks more like some kind of wannabe crossover to me than a true hatch. I love hatchbacks and I've tried to like the new scubie, but so far it just doesn't work for me, maybe I'll get used to it eventually or something :dunno: Either way, http://carview-img02.bmcdn.jp/carlif.../305077/p1.jpg is way better than the hideous wing and awkward shape of this: http://carview-img02.bmcdn.jp/carlif.../377601/p1.jpg just my opinion, I'm sure it's still a great car, just not my cup o' tea. :) |
Originally Posted by canaryrx8
(Post 2778243)
Because it's not an improvement over the previous one and supposedly it's heavier and softer and not as "raw" to drive, which is the only reason to own a WRX in the first place.
I just don't like the shape of the new one, it looks more like some kind of wannabe crossover to me than a true hatch. I love hatchbacks and I've tried to like the new scubie, but so far it just doesn't work for me, maybe I'll get used to it eventually or something :dunno: Either way, is way better than the hideous wing and awkward shape of this: http://carview-img02.bmcdn.jp/carlif.../377601/p1.jpg just my opinion, I'm sure it's still a great car, just not my cup o' tea. :) |
Originally Posted by alfy28
(Post 2778257)
i dont blame you for hating on this car. looks like it can go back into time. the wing is fulgy. but i do respect your opinion. i feel when a person does the wrx right, it sure looks pretty.
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Originally Posted by canaryrx8
(Post 2778263)
yeah, like I said, I probably just need to get used to it, some of those pics aren't half bad for the new one, but the older ones just wear their mods better imo :dunno:
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The wing on the STi in these pics look terrible!
Having said that, I really like the new front of sti and IMO looks much better. The tail lights really throw off the looks. They look much better tinted red or smoked. There is a blue one running around by me with smoked tail lights, lowered, black wheels, and a tasteful CF front lip. It looks aggressive and clean. |
Originally Posted by A.Mair
(Post 2777137)
yeah what rims are those on the 8?
The Kreutzers are good looking wheels, I love simple 5 spokes. Too bad they don't come in the finish that's on those show cars. http://www.gruppe-s.com/Advan/advank5i.htm http://img99.imageshack.us/img99/796...0655zr9.th.jpg |
I think we need moar pics of RX8s with Advans...particularly Advan RGII for my flavor. anyone else with me? :x
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Originally Posted by alfy28
(Post 2778270)
aye, i am a huge fan of the mid 90's 2 door imprezza. the one that every thinks is ugly lol. but the previous sti is heck of a looker. btw ill be heading up to austin to visit some friends. we need to hook up :)
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for some reason the new sti just doesnt look like an sti... but i think i will eventually grow into it just like how i did with the previous triple grilled wrx. but i think the sti will look a whole lot better if it has red out tail lights though.
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