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Old 03-28-2012, 01:34 PM   #9
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Waiting for an STI version with more power. If it turns out to be a slight tune ~20hp then I will definitely buy a regular, but I'm fairly confident that any STI version would have the turbo FA20 from the WRX.

I really doubt we will see any significant carbon fiber parts (hood, roof, etc.) on a factory produced car. They are simply too expensive to put on a car that will be in the price range they can sell the STI version for. If the premium model comes in at the 25-26k range, the most they could get for an STI would be 35k and even at that price, I would expect the limited trim equipment to be included. Since previous STI products have all included brake upgrades, suspension upgrades, larger & lighter wheels, and some unique cosmetic pieces in addition to the power upgrade I can't see them adding a factory CF roof or hood which would be over a grand just by itself.
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