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    Default Interested in WRXs

    I'm interested in buying a WRX within the next two years or so, but I would like to learn more about them. I've looked at NASIOC and can't find specifics and all. What year did they switch from this front end:


    to this one?


    Also... which years/trim models were n/a instead of turbo? I read on NASIOC that there were some bugeyes that were just n/a...

    I just want a regular WRX, not an STI, I certainly can't afford an STI. But after about a year and a half of saving + selling my car at that time I should be able to afford a WRX.

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    02/03 bugeye
    04/05 the next
    and currently 06+ are the newest design front

    there are n/a models called RS's but why even bother
    house of turbo subarus...its all we'll drive

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    Quote Originally Posted by yerrow
    02/03 bugeye
    04/05 the next
    and currently 06+ are the newest design front

    there are n/a models called RS's but why even bother
    Haha okay... so I should search for a 04/05 WRX. Not an RS, I was just trying to find out which ones to avoid. lol Thanks for answering my questions, +1 for ya if I can.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Magius
    Haha okay... so I should search for a 04/05 WRX. Not an RS, I was just trying to find out which ones to avoid. lol Thanks for answering my questions, +1 for ya if I can.

    Yerrow is right.

    But if money is an issue which is kinda seems. Why don't you go for an older model RS (98-01) drop a WRX/STi motor on it. And go from there. They're cheaper, and are sexy as hell.

    Here are some pictures V.
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    Yeah, I know the 2.5 RSs are cheaper, but I'm dead set on having the 04/05 body style... lol I'm not exactly buying it for speed, 200+ awhp is enough for me for a while.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Magius
    Yeah, I know the 2.5 RSs are cheaper, but I'm dead set on having the 04/05 body style... lol I'm not exactly buying it for speed, 200+ awhp is enough for me for a while.
    W0rd...... A stage 2 WRX will fit you nicely.

    Here are some pictures just for the fuck of it. Haha
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    Ryan we can have a club...im getting one after i get my bike...and selling the 6 because people love it so much they want to take it (they tried prying my window open)



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    Quote Originally Posted by scabtastic
    Ryan we can have a club...im getting one after i get my bike...and selling the 6 because people love it so much they want to take it (they tried prying my window open)
    Yeah, that would be cool, me and SABlude have been trying to start a car club for a while now. People have been breaking into your Mazda? That sucks... I've never had a car nice enough for people to break into. lol


    I seriously think that a regular WRX would suit me well. I certainly miss having some actual power under my control while driving, my Jetta is SERIOUSLY lacking in that department. I'll probably end up doing the stupid thing and putting the STI wing on a WRX though.

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    sti lips all the way



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    Wagons > Sedan WRX's

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    Quote Originally Posted by Mr. Nemesis
    Wagons > Sedan WRX's


    Wagons = j/p
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    Quote Originally Posted by Maniac


    Wagons = j/p

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    Quote Originally Posted by Mr. Nemesis
    Wagons > Sedan WRX's
    So true.
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    I LOVE THE RS COUPES, 2 DOOR

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    One more question guys. What are the differences in the bodywork on a regular WRX and a STI?

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    i know the hood scoop on the STi is about an inch bigger....correct me if im wrong...the rally wing...umm...it just looks mean.



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    Okay, from what I can tell, these are the differences. Please correct me if I'm wrong
    STI has these:
    -Front Lip
    -Spoiler
    -Bigger Hood scoop
    -More powerful engine
    -6speed instead of 5speed
    -STI has larger wheels
    -misc. interior trim is different.

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    Also the sti's interior is ridiculous, it has brembo brakes, and much nicer wheels.
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    What do you want to do with the car, whats youre ultimate goal?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Big Baller
    What do you want to do with the car, whats youre ultimate goal?
    Replace transmissions.


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    Just a question magius. I am just wondering why you want such a fast car. You say that you don't like to accelerate fast and you don't go but a few miles per hour over the speed limit. So whats the incentive to save up $13 or $14K to buy one of these? Do you plan on tracking it?
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    Well, for the most part, its just a car I've always liked. I just want a car that is quick enough to keep myself from being run over in traffic, is still reliable, has four doors (I have to drive my brothers around), and looks good. My Jetta meets those qualifications for the most part, except that it accelerates like an old man with a walking cane. I do drive in autox events every now and then too.

    Besides, its more fun to drive a faster car, even if you never drive it anywhere over the speed limit. lol @ Nitro

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