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Dark · 06-01-2011, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by RRnold

Just for the reason that's it's a Scion, I'm going Subaru all the way!

At this point, I can care less that's not turbo'd, I'm just happy there is going to be a Subaru version, hopefully going to the US too.

For now, I only hope Subaru version will be available in the states, but I think it will be.

tranzformer · 06-01-2011, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Random_Art

$9-10k premium for a STI version that doesn't have turbo bits attached to it doesn't make sense to me. $3-5k would be more reasonable

Throw in a larger motor, larger brakes, lighter wheels, better tires, different body styling, aluminum/carbon body parts to shave weight, different transmission, HIDs standard....etc I think Subaru wouldn't have a problem selling it in the low to mid $30k.

bofa · 06-01-2011, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by tranzformer

Throw in a larger motor, larger brakes, lighter wheels, better tires, different body styling, aluminum/carbon body parts to shave weight, different transmission, HIDs standard....etc I think Subaru wouldn't have a problem selling it in the low to mid $30k.

At this point Subaru could get a lot more than 30k for the car... we're talking Lotus territory now.

dilly-o · 06-01-2011, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Dark

For now, I only hope Subaru version will be available in the states, but I think it will be.

the subaru version has been confirmed for the US. they confirmed it in Geneva and a few times since.

what is unknown is the trim levels and precisely how it will be differentiated from the Scion/Toyota version.

dilly-o · 06-01-2011, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Dark

It doesn't need turbo to bump the power up. With all the brembo brake, tweaked suspension and recaro seat, they can easily call it an STi.

it doesn't need a turbo, but it would need some kind of power upgrade to call it an STi.

chulooz · 06-01-2011, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Hachiroku

TOKYO -- Subaru will display the production version of the long-awaited sporty car it is co-developing with Toyota at the Tokyo Motor Show in December.

The rear-wheel-drive car, which has a Subaru-designed drivetrain and Toyota-styled body, goes on sale next year. Toyota will sell its version as a Scion in the United States.

Subaru expects a longer-than-average life cycle for the car and is looking at variant packages, including a possible STI version, to keep the offering fresh, says Toshio Masuda, a Subaru senior general manager of product planning.

Subaru's STI tuner package typically offers turbocharging, lower profile tires, more powerful brakes and sport-tuned suspension. But going turbo is doubtful: Subaru officials say the vehicle's original concept calls for keeping the engine naturally aspirated.

Subaru hasn't officially commented on the price. But Japan's Nikkan Kogyo business daily said the company plans to price the car in the $20,000 range.

Source: Autonews (subscription required)

Now where are those sources about Tada being the chief engineer? especially when it says that its a subaru-designed drivetrain, obv. w some input from Toyota.

Oh yeah, and SOA Blog already called this info.

Giccin · 06-01-2011, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by chulooz

Now where are those sources about Tada being the chief engineer? especially when it says that its a subaru-designed drivetrain, obv. w some input from Toyota.

Oh yeah, and SOA Blog already called this info.

Sounds pretty sexy to me! I look forward to it. :E

tranzformer · 06-01-2011, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by chulooz

Now where are those sources about Tada being the chief engineer? especially when it says that its a subaru-designed drivetrain, obv. w some input from Toyota.

Oh yeah, and SOA Blog already called this info.

This. But get ready to get flamed by the Toyota/Scion boys.

Praetendere · 06-01-2011, 05:56 PM

I'll have a TRD FR-STi.

SUB-FT86 · 06-01-2011, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by tranzformer

This. But get ready to get flamed by the Toyota/Scion boys.

chulooz · 06-01-2011, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by tranzformer

This. But get ready to get flamed by the Toyota/Scion boys.

Im not trying to enrage the fanboiz, I just like reading the facts I expected.

bofa · 06-01-2011, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by chulooz

Now where are those sources about Tada being the chief engineer? especially when it says that its a subaru-designed drivetrain, obv. w some input from Toyota.

Oh yeah, and SOA Blog already called this info.

ichitaka05 · 06-01-2011, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by chulooz

Now where are those sources about Tada being the chief engineer? especially when it says that its a subaru-designed drivetrain, obv. w some input from Toyota.

Oh yeah, and SOA Blog already called this info.

You can skip it til 7:25, Tsuchiya-san introduce Tada-san as Toyota Motor FT-86 Chief Engineer... so unless you wanna call him a liar, at that point Tasa-san is Chief Engineer for Toyota FT-86 project. As for Subaru side, I have no clue. I'm guessing there's someone else for Subaru side chief engineer.
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chulooz · 06-01-2011, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by ichitaka05

. As for Subaru side, I have no clue. I'm guessing there's someone else for Subaru side chief engineer.

I would certainly think you are right here. Thanks for the link too.

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