[cutepeaches]

http://www.motorauthority.com/stis-takumi-...wrx-spec-c.html

With anticipation building for the upcoming Spec C version of the Subaru Impreza WRX, fans can get a sneak peek as to what the more hardcore variant of the Impreza WRX will likely look like thanks to a subtle 'concept' shown by STI at the Motorsport Japan 2008 event in Tokyo.

Billed as the Takumi concept, the car shown at the STI booth at the event was aesthetically similar to the Impreza WRX STI model currently sold in Japan, however it featured a tweaked drivetrain, upgraded springs, shock absorbers and links, all of which are hallmarks of the hardcore Spec C variant of the Impreza WRX STI. Additionally, the wheels shown on the concept are suspiciously similar to the 12-spoke rims seen in spy shots of the Spec C at the Nurburgring, strengthening the case of the Takumi being a precursor to the production Spec C variant.

[90th.degree]

All I can say is...I want.

[OMGHIyori2U]

about time Takumi ditched the ae86 for a spec c lol

[v8subie]

it's just a white spec c...big whoop.

[OMGHIyori2U]

turns out this takumi thingamajig is just a limited edition 20th anniversary thing and not a future revised spec c. All it has is different coilovers, beefed up front/rear sway bars, and a black spoiler and black front lip.

That is all.

[viper2788]

im sorry but i still think its hella ugly looking. not a big fan of the new hatchback STIs...

[MsKrnDoll]

+1

new evo's and sti's ftl.

[heyitzthatfc]

im sorry but i still think its hella ugly looking. not a big fan of the new hatchback STIs...

Yep.

I think the Evolution looks alright though.

[syduky]

I think the new sti style is okay, at first i hated it, but after looking at it a couple of times, it doesnt look that bad..guess u jus have to get used to it?

[WeSLy]

I'm one of them who used to hate Subaru for making the new STI hatch. But after a while, STI hatch really grew on me. They look better in real life and people give very little credits of what the STI hatch have to offer.

- Widebody (I love the flares)
- Fits 275 width tires on all 4 corners (even stock comes with 235)
- Navi
- Low/high boost modes
- Matching gauge cluster/HVAC lighting
- Less harsh suspension (no bobble head)
- Quieter
- Etc...

[90th.degree]

^You sure know this Impreza generation....Personally, I've ridden in a 1992 GC WRX type RA that was JDM that a JDM enthusiast brought into Canada (seeing as the Impreza GC's have just become legal...). since it was the RA, and basically ready for the rally, the suspension was STIFF. Hurt my neck from the amount of G's the thing pulled even at normal speed.

[syduky]

Hey Wesly, those 2 red Subaru's yours? Its nice

[CKalvin]

i highly doubt it syduky haha

[WeSLy]

^You sure know this Impreza generation....Personally, I've ridden in a 1992 GC WRX type RA that was JDM that a JDM enthusiast brought into Canada (seeing as the Impreza GC's have just become legal...). since it was the RA, and basically ready for the rally, the suspension was STIFF. Hurt my neck from the amount of G's the thing pulled even at normal speed.

yup, those RA version are meant for track and rallying i'm not sure which one you rode but the Impreza STI RA version wasn't in production up until 1994. The easy way to spot them is through the roof vent. The early RA type is lighter, Tune differently (RA ECU), rear mechanical LSD along with better suspension and braking. It's not your typical commute car forgot to mention that it has no AC

Hey Wesly, those 2 red Subaru's yours? Its nice

thanks

i highly doubt it syduky haha

^don't listen to him those GC + GF are mine (along w/ the civic)

[90th.degree]

yup, those RA version are meant for track and rallying i'm not sure which one you rode but the Impreza STI RA version wasn't in production up until 1994. The easy way to spot them is through the roof vent. The early RA type is lighter, Tune differently (RA ECU), rear mechanical LSD along with better suspension and braking. It's not your typical commute car forgot to mention that it has no AC

It was a non STI. It was a straight WRX RA, which started production in 1992. The owner is actually a founder of one of many JDM enthusiast owners trying to keep imports legal in Canada. Ever since he started it up, lots of people from my city have been importing early model WRX's, eventually STI's. Lots of pics and such here: JDMVIP.com

[heyitzthatfc]

That's a real nice car.

[syduky]

Sweet, I use to see a lot of 2 dr Impreza's driving around in the early 2000's but all of a sudden thry all disappeared...then the 4 dr WRX's came about lol. I think this one guy that lives near me still has a late 90's model impreza 2 dr, i think it was the RS model. (It looks just like Takumi's blue one from Initial D)

[WeSLy]

It was a non STI. It was a straight WRX RA, which started production in 1992. The owner is actually a founder of one of many JDM enthusiast owners trying to keep imports legal in Canada. Ever since he started it up, lots of people from my city have been importing early model WRX's, eventually STI's. Lots of pics and such here: JDMVIP.com

Ah i see, i was under the impression that it was the STI version. But it's cool how Canada is similar to United Kingdom where you could imports JDM cars in. I checked out the site and Canada requirement is 15 yrs old. This year Canadians could get R32
GL on getting the 15 yr rule revoke, they should reduce it to 10 yrs instead.

That's a real nice car.

thanks

Sweet, I use to see a lot of 2 dr Impreza's driving around in the early 2000's but all of a sudden thry all disappeared...then the 4 dr WRX's came about lol. I think this one guy that lives near me still has a late 90's model impreza 2 dr, i think it was the RS model. (It looks just like Takumi's blue one from Initial D)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xm24tBjBxU
^that's JDM STI V5/6 with STI sports bumper. I have the same seats on my wagon
yup, your neighbor probably have Impreza 2.5RS

[v8subie]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xm24tBjBxU
^that's JDM STI V5/6 with STI sports bumper. I have the same seats on my wagon
yup, your neighbor probably have Impreza 2.5RS

that's a Type R STi...even though it has a 22B front bumper, which I find odd.

[WeSLy]

^hmm, after you mention that i had to watch the clip over to really confirm which version exactly is Bunta's GC8. i know for sure it's either Version 5 or 6 because it has the high Spoiler. But that's not 22B front bumper, it's STI Sports bumper. 22B front bumper only meant for the 22B wide fenders, it also has the front grill attach/molded to the front bumper itself.

Version 5 and 6 are similar with the exception of the spoiler (V6 is taller and has extra lip). V5 type R don't have the painted color coded matching body parts (handles, mirrors, etc) and it has roof vent. (so it's not Version 5) It's definitely STI Version 6, i'm just not sure if it's type R( if the rear brakes have 2 pots then it's def. type R) I only watch the anime so someone who read the manga might correct me on this.

Bunta > Takumi