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09-29-2012, 02:38 PM | #14176 | ||
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09-29-2012, 03:09 PM | #14177 | |
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09-29-2012, 09:04 PM | #14178 |
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Quick question guys, I'm pretty sure you all have heard rumors about the 2014 WRX and have probably heard about it not being an Impreza anymore. For me part of the current and past WRX's appeal is the fact that it's a compact and practical car that goes really fast and is relatively cheap. Thoughts have been playing around in my head about trading in my 2012 CVT Premium hatch for a 2013 WRX hatch...I'm scared that if I wait till the time that the actual car (2014 WRX) comes around that it might not be what I'm hoping for: a rally-bred/inspired version of the regular Impreza that we all have now complete with a nice hood scoop (as pictured in the spy shots) , nice bumpers, a wide stance and of course, a turbo. I don't want a weird, shorter wheelbase (as rumored), possibly coupe WRX. I want something fast with 4/5 doors that I can use everyday. Money isn't really a factor since the Subaru guaranteed trade in program will help me get a good deal come trade-in time, all that matters to me is that I am not upside down on my loan, thank God for our good resale values.
I'm just thinking out loud...dunno... I would really appreciated input from fellow 2012/2013 Impreza owners. Thanks in advance. |
09-30-2012, 01:50 AM | #14179 | |
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09-30-2012, 09:32 AM | #14180 | |
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Sometime in 2013, you will finally see the next generation WRX/STI (what you already saw isn't it), and then you can decide if you would rather buy a used WRX or get the next generation. There may be a few 'new' 2013's around on dealers lots, but I bet not many. Then again, if the redesign is a hit there may be a bunch of 2012-2013 WRX's getting traded in, so you might score a better deal trading for one of those. (actually it is bound to be both a hit and a miss -- see the next paragraph) I expect shock and awe, with some current WRX owners bemoaning the new version, and some inspired to trade for it. It was no different with the redesign of the Impreza, what some Subura fanatics despise about the new Impreza others like me think are a vast improvement. In any case, if you want to retain resale value, it makes sense to buy the newer version of anything (at least in a car like the WRX) vs an older one. These are not classic collector cars. Since you currently have a loan, start paying extra now. It will make everything easier later to have more equity to play with, and it will let you know if you really want to take on a larger monthly bill to trade into a WRX, whichever version you decide you like. Last edited by Zeeper; 09-30-2012 at 09:42 AM. |
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09-30-2012, 10:31 AM | #14181 | |
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Personally I dont think the 2014 wrx will look that different from 2012 2.0i exterior-wise. Maybe wider, with more sporty features or vents or lights but I cant see them starting from scratch. Either way, i cant wait to see the new 2014s. Yea and pay off your loan first. lol Good luck. |
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09-30-2012, 02:01 PM | #14182 |
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09-30-2012, 03:47 PM | #14183 |
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Now that I think about it, they do have grooves. It's good to know that it isn't anything too serious. I guess I'm just going to have to deal with it until I get a set of new tires.
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09-30-2012, 04:03 PM | #14184 | |
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10-01-2012, 06:08 PM | #14185 |
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Anyone install the block heater or have the dealer do it?
It is something i would normally do myself but i am finding the time to do it difficult to come by |
10-01-2012, 06:52 PM | #14186 |
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Had dealer do it on my 2008 OBS. Involved taking out a freeze plug and screwing the block heater in and some kind of expansion thingy. Then they routed the AC cord to the front. I think that it took about 1/2 hour for them to do this. It was at "no cost" for the installation as that was one of the stipulations for the sale. Never used it though.
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10-01-2012, 08:31 PM | #14187 | |
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I'll just go with a muffler delete with a custom drop down down to get that sound, like italia490 did |
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10-01-2012, 08:49 PM | #14188 |
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Do the holes meet up? You might be able to just bolt it together despite the pipe diameter difference.
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10-01-2012, 09:08 PM | #14189 |
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10-01-2012, 11:26 PM | #14190 | |
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I plan to use it though because of the extreme warm up sequence these cars go through. Anything to help mpg out this winter will be useful Last edited by flyboy1100; 10-01-2012 at 11:42 PM. |
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10-02-2012, 12:20 AM | #14191 |
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Would an exhaust shop be able to fabricate you a connector to get it to fit or just straight up wield it together?
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10-02-2012, 12:23 AM | #14192 |
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If your goal is to save gas, then you'll be spending way more money on the heater w/ install + electricity. Not worth it IMO unless you live in conditions where it get REALLY cold.
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10-02-2012, 06:48 AM | #14193 | |
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I do drive about 25k/year at present |
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10-02-2012, 07:43 AM | #14194 |
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OK, yah -30 is REALLY cold for me!
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10-02-2012, 08:15 AM | #14195 |
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Anytime that the temps stay below zero for more than a day, a block heater makes sense. I bought mine because of the winter of 1983/1984 here in Omaha. 30+ days where the highs were below zero and the lows in the -25 area. Really hard to crank the car and also keep the battery from freezing (had one car that had the battery crack from freezing). If Flyboy1100 lives in/near Fargo, then it is a good idea to install the block heater and use it when necessary.
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10-02-2012, 11:13 AM | #14196 |
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I believe they make a battery warmer as well.
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10-02-2012, 11:38 AM | #14197 | |
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I spent 1 winter in Omaha 2 years ago, as an outsider looking in, you would think Omaha never sees cold or snow from the way the locals behave. It's Nebraska, not Texas! Never used a battery heater before it seems like if you use a block heater it keeps everything under the hood Warner than the outside, but i might look into it. I'm not worried about it not starting, just preventive measures. And the mpg benefit isn't bad either. |
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10-02-2012, 02:36 PM | #14198 |
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just saw XV has black speedo, tacho, black lcd screen in center. how much harder would it have been to put it in the imprezas. bad subaru! bad!
the black looks so much better then stupid paper lookin white ones. |
10-02-2012, 02:37 PM | #14199 |
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Hello i have a Subaru impreza 2.2 leter
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10-02-2012, 02:38 PM | #14200 | |
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