Could this be it( 2008 STI) - Page 4

Menik · 08-30-2007, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vet

Finally, they're dropping the V-10 into the STi, should be shweet.

Quoted for truth!!

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akoshy · 08-30-2007, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rsholland

I think (hope!) most of us know it's a test mule.

Bob

Several of the earlier posts, seemed unhappy with the exterior looks, which led me to think that they were probably not aware of the "test mule" status.

akoshy · 08-30-2007, 02:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vet

Finally, they're dropping the V-10 into the STi, should be shweet.

A V-10 into an STI ? Heaven forbid !

The above reference was about about a V10 in the upcoming Acura NSX.

ghibli99 · 08-30-2007, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rsholland

I think (hope!) most of us know it's a test mule.

Bob

Unfortunately, when this thing is over 5 pages long, I think some folks will still be commenting, "OMG, this new STI looks like ****!" And then it'll spill over to the Member's Gallery, then the regionals, etc. Sigh...

Sorry, I'm late on getting my morning coffee.

Anyway, the interior looks closer to final, and I think it looks really nice and clean. I'm glad that the stereo will still be a double-DIN unit and not some oddly integrated one that's tough to replace.

-Mike

STI Jon · 08-30-2007, 03:02 PM

definitely a test mule... maybe they will have a visually tamed version like this one, but probably not... interior looks sweet though, definitely SI drive in there... I can't wait to see it with the flares, the diffuser to case the dual exhaust and the rear spoiler that we saw at Nurburgring.

I'm just psyched to see a test mule... that means we are getting close to seeing the real deal. I bet we see pics of this car a hundred times in the next few weeks... heres the STI test mule at the dealer... heres the STI test mule at the supermarket... heres the STI test mule at the gas station... etc... etc...

STI Jon · 08-30-2007, 03:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vet

Finally, they're dropping the V-10 into the STi, should be shweet.

You enjoy starting fires don't you...?

pjhe · 08-30-2007, 03:12 PM

hey i drove that car

Mavrik · 08-30-2007, 03:27 PM

Even though it obviously is a test mule... I'd hit that. Looks good. to bad there isn't more pics of the interior.

fatboy · 08-30-2007, 03:31 PM

I say test mule for the following facts
1. the wheel stance makes it look capable for the fender flares on a released sti
2. ive seen the interior of the 08 wrx and looks different
3. the quad exhaust
4. the bumper is a different color then the rest of the car they must of thrown it on the test mule
5. they claimed the hatch wrx was only gettin a single exuast due to clearance issues but maybe they just said this cause they were realising it in the sti version

gills · 08-30-2007, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by midlifecrisis

I wouldn't mind if the new STI didn't have the WRC car type blistered fenders; flares ala Audi RS4 would be cleaner IMO.

Subaru, if you are reading this, note that I have pre-ordered a black STI, and I want those wheels on my car. If not those, please make it another 5 spoke design.

you really like those wheels? They look like arse to me on a hatch.

deviantek · 08-30-2007, 04:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by akoshy

A V-10 into an STI ? Heaven forbid !

The above reference was about about a V10 in the upcoming Acura NSX.

... you mean you didn't know about the v10 option?

Calamity Jesus · 08-30-2007, 04:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kostamojen

My guess is they stole them from a 350z so they could test that wheel size (18x8 right?) without showing the REAL wheels...

350Z wheels fit the current STI just fine, too (offset, bolt pattern.. etc). I've seen fellow autocrossers swap tires before.

Suber Krout · 08-30-2007, 05:37 PM

http://www.cars101.com/subaru/impreza/wrxsti2008.html

Looks a lot like this.

lawn boy · 08-30-2007, 06:17 PM

mitsu outlander rims

Big_DeWeY · 08-30-2007, 07:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Suber Krout

http://www.cars101.com/subaru/impreza/wrxsti2008.html

Looks a lot like this.

did this link just tell me that the sedan weighs less than the hatch?

imprezaL2345 · 08-30-2007, 10:09 PM

just to set this in stone,

its a mule

rare · 08-30-2007, 10:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big_DeWeY

test mule and those look EXACLY like new 350z wheels

RX-8 wheels

ilara72 · 08-31-2007, 01:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigElm

TESTing, 1...2...3...

Read you loud and clear.

Barry · 08-31-2007, 06:30 AM

http://www.subie.tv/index.php/articl...graphs_leaked/

WRX_02_227 · 08-31-2007, 07:16 AM

I think the blue car in the background is a Forester Sports in WRB. Look at the taillight.

Hondaslayer · 08-31-2007, 07:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WRX_02_227

I think the blue car in the background is a Forester Sports in WRB. Look at the taillight.

Not a F-Sports, c-pillar is the wrong shape.

Looks like a Compass or Caliber

Jsunn · 08-31-2007, 07:57 AM

Please re-host, can't view at work!

WRX_02_227 · 08-31-2007, 08:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jsunn

Please re-host, can't view at work!

Re-host what?

Calamity Jesus · 08-31-2007, 08:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Suber Krout

http://www.cars101.com/subaru/impreza/wrxsti2008.html

Looks a lot like this.

Quote:

Either way, this 2008 model features dual exhausts on BOTH sides of the vehicle and upgraded wheels based on this image. While it is difficult to determine whether this STI is sporting Brembo brakes, you can notice a feint gold reflection from within the wheel:

Because dual-tips is the same as dual exhaust which is the same as a single exhaust leading to a muffler with dual exits... and everybody knows Brembos are gold.. nevermind that you can see the white 'Brembo' stencil on the black calipers. [insert puking smiley here]

merlot · 08-31-2007, 09:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by imprezaL2345

just to set this in stone,

its a mule

Sorry, but this is going to be a 10 page thread with people still acknowledging it's a test mule, while others will claim Subaru is the suxorz and screwed up the STI.

You must be new to the News & Rumors forum.

08-30-2007, 03:02 PM	#80
STI Jon Scooby Newbie Member#: 146651 Join Date: Apr 2007 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Hanover, MA	definitely a test mule... maybe they will have a visually tamed version like this one, but probably not... interior looks sweet though, definitely SI drive in there... I can't wait to see it with the flares, the diffuser to case the dual exhaust and the rear spoiler that we saw at Nurburgring. I'm just psyched to see a test mule... that means we are getting close to seeing the real deal. I bet we see pics of this car a hundred times in the next few weeks... heres the STI test mule at the dealer... heres the STI test mule at the supermarket... heres the STI test mule at the gas station... etc... etc... Last edited by STI Jon; 08-30-2007 at 03:19 PM.

08-31-2007, 06:30 AM	#94
Barry NASIOC Supporter Member#: 11554 Join Date: Oct 2001 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Jones Beach,NY- Winter Vehicle: 2018 STI RA World Rally Blue #225	A little insight as to where these pics may have come from........... http://www.subie.tv/index.php/articl...graphs_leaked/

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