WRX '05 model changes?
03-26-2004, 09:10 AM
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I've heard that they're going to offer a new color - it's going to be steal grey or something, but I haven't seen anything official on that. Other than that I don't know of any changes, but just like from '02 - '03, even though they kept the same body, there were some REAL small changes that you might never even notice.
03-26-2004, 11:41 AM
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Originally posted by sonicsuby
I've heard that they're going to offer a new color - it's going to be steal grey or something, but I haven't seen anything official on that. Other than that I don't know of any changes, but just like from '02 - '03, even though they kept the same body, there were some REAL small changes that you might never even notice.
I've heard that they're going to offer a new color - it's going to be steal grey or something, but I haven't seen anything official on that. Other than that I don't know of any changes, but just like from '02 - '03, even though they kept the same body, there were some REAL small changes that you might never even notice.
our store made an order for 05's couple weeks ago, other than that our ordersheet didn't reveal anything major. next month i will go to a 05 legacy training seminar with bigwigs from subaru.
maybe then they will fill us in. plus we get to drive the turbo legacy on the racetrack!
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03-27-2004, 10:27 AM
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Originally posted by esracer
^^^
lucky, I wish I would get to do what you do lol
^^^
lucky, I wish I would get to do what you do lol
yep, its a tough job driving sti's for a living...
actually its the selling part that can get challenging sometimes 
03-28-2004, 05:00 PM
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I talked to the local dealership yesterday and the salesman commented that there may be a steering box or steering change. Making the car "harder to drive." They aren't slated to arrive here until late summer, as in July or August.
03-28-2004, 07:58 PM
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Originally posted by Braz
I talked to the local dealershipyesterday and the salesman commented that there may be a steering box or steering change. Making the car "harder to drive." They aren't slated to arrive here until late summer, as in July or August.
I talked to the local dealershipyesterday and the salesman commented that there may be a steering box or steering change. Making the car "harder to drive." They aren't slated to arrive here until late summer, as in July or August.
03-29-2004, 03:15 PM
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Found this on WRX links. What I'm interested in is the new synchros for the WRX transmission. Does anyone have any information on them?
2005 IMPREZA: What's New?
Model Line Up-Changes:
For 2005 the main changes to the model line involve the 2.5TS and 2.5RS sedan and sport wagon. For 2005 the base car (sedan and wagon) will be renamed to the 2.5RS. The 2.5RS will replace the existing 2.5TS sedan and wagon as the entry level model for Impreza sedan and wagon, however the level of equipment will remain similar to the 2004 2.5TS. The 2.5RS wagon will have 16" alloy wheels as standard equipment.
There will now also be a 2.5RS "Sport Package" sedan that will offer several of the features of the WRX STi and WRX. This model takes the place of what was the 2004 Impreza 2.5RS. The 2.5RS "Sport Package" Sedan will feature the STi type front bumper with fog light covers, side sill and rear WRX spoiler. It will also offer a leather wrapped steering wheel, aluminum sport pedals, sport seats (WRX type), a center mounted tachometer and an upgraded audio system and a power glass moonroof.
There are several new colors added for 2005:
Crystal Grey (All models except Outback Sport)
Regal Blue (All models except WRX and WRX STi)
Obsidian Black (All models)
Product Feature Changes:
For the 2005 Impreza a number of changes have been implemented to refresh the interior design as well as a few subtle exterior revisions. The interior significantly changed with a new instrument panel, new door trim, new seat fabrics as well as new sun visors and new center console mounted cup holders. New design 3 spoke steering wheels are featured on all models. There is a new audio system for Impreza WRX, STi and 2.5RS with significantly improved audio performance. WRX will also get full automatic climate control. STi receives a new gear selector and standard anti-theft immobilizer system.
There is a new rear bumper for Impreza sedans with a wider rear wheel arch to accommodate a wider tire (from 7.5" to 8.0") on the STi models. New alloy wheels and a new large single tip muffler will be featured on WRX. All 2005 Impreza WRX models will feature new 10 spoke alloy wheels except the Outback Sport which will have a new 7 spoke design.
WRX manual transmission will be equipped with a double cone type synchronizer. All models except WRX switch to a drive by wire, electronically controlled throttle. All models with 4EAT except WRX switch to a new direct control type transmission.
STi will get aerodynamic underbody covers and a new helical limited slip front differential as well as a yaw rate sensor for the DCCD system.
Both WRX and STi receive suspension revisions as well as a new steering rack for improved driving performance.
2005 IMPREZA: What's New?
Model Line Up-Changes:
For 2005 the main changes to the model line involve the 2.5TS and 2.5RS sedan and sport wagon. For 2005 the base car (sedan and wagon) will be renamed to the 2.5RS. The 2.5RS will replace the existing 2.5TS sedan and wagon as the entry level model for Impreza sedan and wagon, however the level of equipment will remain similar to the 2004 2.5TS. The 2.5RS wagon will have 16" alloy wheels as standard equipment.
There will now also be a 2.5RS "Sport Package" sedan that will offer several of the features of the WRX STi and WRX. This model takes the place of what was the 2004 Impreza 2.5RS. The 2.5RS "Sport Package" Sedan will feature the STi type front bumper with fog light covers, side sill and rear WRX spoiler. It will also offer a leather wrapped steering wheel, aluminum sport pedals, sport seats (WRX type), a center mounted tachometer and an upgraded audio system and a power glass moonroof.
There are several new colors added for 2005:
Crystal Grey (All models except Outback Sport)
Regal Blue (All models except WRX and WRX STi)
Obsidian Black (All models)
Product Feature Changes:
For the 2005 Impreza a number of changes have been implemented to refresh the interior design as well as a few subtle exterior revisions. The interior significantly changed with a new instrument panel, new door trim, new seat fabrics as well as new sun visors and new center console mounted cup holders. New design 3 spoke steering wheels are featured on all models. There is a new audio system for Impreza WRX, STi and 2.5RS with significantly improved audio performance. WRX will also get full automatic climate control. STi receives a new gear selector and standard anti-theft immobilizer system.
There is a new rear bumper for Impreza sedans with a wider rear wheel arch to accommodate a wider tire (from 7.5" to 8.0") on the STi models. New alloy wheels and a new large single tip muffler will be featured on WRX. All 2005 Impreza WRX models will feature new 10 spoke alloy wheels except the Outback Sport which will have a new 7 spoke design.
WRX manual transmission will be equipped with a double cone type synchronizer. All models except WRX switch to a drive by wire, electronically controlled throttle. All models with 4EAT except WRX switch to a new direct control type transmission.
STi will get aerodynamic underbody covers and a new helical limited slip front differential as well as a yaw rate sensor for the DCCD system.
Both WRX and STi receive suspension revisions as well as a new steering rack for improved driving performance.
03-29-2004, 05:07 PM
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Originally posted by bline
Both WRX and STi receive suspension revisions as well as a new steering rack for improved driving performance.
Both WRX and STi receive suspension revisions as well as a new steering rack for improved driving performance.
03-30-2004, 11:10 AM
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dammit... i knew i should have waited - all the things that irked me about my 04 wrx wagon are now fixed
-new black
-new cupholders
-tranny improved
-steering improved
oh well... I still love my wagon
-new black
-new cupholders
-tranny improved
-steering improved
oh well... I still love my wagon
