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Old 04-24-2012 | 08:08 PM
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nvm.. fucking subaru.. that wasn't a production car.

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Old 04-24-2012 | 08:17 PM
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Also lol @ the hater above. "slow stock". Quick enough for me

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Old 04-24-2012 | 08:23 PM
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Waltah.. why did you not like the G8? I know you've said this before, but I can't remember.
Old 04-24-2012 | 09:24 PM
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i'd rather take a white evo x with a wing delete, but that's just me
Old 04-24-2012 | 11:58 PM
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Old 04-25-2012 | 12:11 AM
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Curious what you got for trade in? I regret letting mine go. I went from a TL-S to a M45. Yes more power and torque and way more amenities, BUT I still miss my type s....lol.
Old 04-25-2012 | 01:42 AM
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no regrets so far. been a long night, long drive. i dont even know where to begin with how fun the drive home was. it should be illegal to sell a vehicle that is this much fun from the factory.

teaser for tonight...

Old 04-25-2012 | 03:01 AM
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was it a bittersweet moment leaving your TL-S at the dealership? or did the STi make you forget all about it? either way, congrats! in for more pics!
Old 04-25-2012 | 06:28 AM
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Old 04-25-2012 | 07:19 AM
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Originally Posted by DaeHanMeenGuk
was it a bittersweet moment leaving your TL-S at the dealership? or did the STi make you forget all about it? either way, congrats! in for more pics!
i always have a small attachment to my cars but the STi makes it easy to forget, thats for sure.
Old 04-25-2012 | 07:55 AM
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how much u got the trade? where you got it?
Old 04-25-2012 | 08:01 AM
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Got 18500 for the tl. Balise in Springfield mass. I'm assuming they'll list the TL for around 21-22k
Old 04-25-2012 | 08:20 AM
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I'm only jealous of one thing...you're rear calipers. Lol

Glad you are happy with your purchase!

And damn I wish my car's trade-in value was 18,500!
Old 04-25-2012 | 08:55 AM
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Old 04-25-2012 | 09:40 AM
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^he did


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Old 04-25-2012 | 09:48 AM
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ill take picks with my broken dslr one of these days. got fam in town so kind of busy. wife drove it and loves it.
Old 04-25-2012 | 12:26 PM
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Old 04-25-2012 | 05:49 PM
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breaking my own rules here, posting pics when its dirty. clay and wax this weekend, plus engine bay detail, its filthy.





Old 04-25-2012 | 05:55 PM
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Wow, the STi has had some serious improvements on the interior with the new generation… nice ride!
Old 04-25-2012 | 06:43 PM
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congrat on your pick up, how many miles you have on the TL? if it is under 60k miles they will list that thing for at least $23k easily.
Old 04-25-2012 | 06:46 PM
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73k on my TL-S, I was happy with the trade in. And really happy on the price of the scooby.
Old 04-25-2012 | 06:53 PM
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Looks great, congrats once again! I love that color

While the interior is leaps and bounds better than I remember it being, the handbrake boot is
Old 04-25-2012 | 06:55 PM
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Love the recaro seat cover on the baby seat!

edit: it looks like a recaro seat! that's awesome.

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Old 04-25-2012 | 07:00 PM
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Congrats man! They are soo fun and their exhaust note is amazing, red is my favorite color but u gotta watch out for cops with it thats for sure!
Old 04-25-2012 | 07:17 PM
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Love the recaro seat cover on the baby seat!

edit: it looks like a recaro seat! that's awesome.
Yea it's a legit recaro, lol
Old 04-25-2012 | 07:39 PM
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I actually test drove a 2010 today in white. It was an ok car, but I still prefer my type s. Rides smoother and the sti only has the performance over the tl really and the awd. TL takes the rest
Old 04-25-2012 | 07:49 PM
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Sweet pickup, I've been a few STIs.
They are definately swifter than any TL, but I still prefer the looks of the TL.
Old 04-25-2012 | 08:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Waltah
breaking my own rules here, posting pics when its dirty. clay and wax this weekend, plus engine bay detail, its filthy.

These cars were meant to be filthy! Let it play in the dirt!!!!
Old 04-25-2012 | 08:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Waltah
breaking my own rules here, posting pics when its dirty. clay and wax this weekend, plus engine bay detail, its filthy.





Fap fap fap fap fap fap fap fap.....
Old 04-25-2012 | 10:14 PM
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I actually test drove a 2010 today in white. It was an ok car, but I still prefer my type s. Rides smoother and the sti only has the performance over the tl really and the awd. TL takes the rest
Different strokes for different folks man. I don't want to get into a pissing match but the TL is lacking in a lot more than just performance. The only upper hand is the luxury and Honda/Acura reliability. That said the TL is a great car, just not the great car for me anymore.
Old 04-25-2012 | 11:04 PM
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Wow, the STi has had some serious improvements on the interior with the new generation… nice ride!
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Looks great, congrats once again! I love that color

While the interior is leaps and bounds better than I remember it being, the handbrake boot is
Originally Posted by josedr32
Congrats man! They are soo fun and their exhaust note is amazing, red is my favorite color but u gotta watch out for cops with it thats for sure!
Originally Posted by DaeHanMeenGuk
These cars were meant to be filthy! Let it play in the dirt!!!!
Originally Posted by serbj
Fap fap fap fap fap fap fap fap.....
you guys are awesome. the amount of love over this car is great to see. thanks guys
Old 04-25-2012 | 11:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Waltah
Different strokes for different folks man. I don't want to get into a pissing match but the TL is lacking in a lot more than just performance. The only upper hand is the luxury and Honda/Acura reliability. That said the TL is a great car, just not the great car for me anymore.
I totally agree with you. During my test drive I could feel it boot but I didnt rip it. The amount of aftermarket for it is great and tons of upgrades. It is very nice on the inside, with the black and alcantra. mmmmm. such a sexy looking car aswell. I drooled over the satin white pearl I was in.

Very nice red one I know it can be tuned alot to your own personal liking. Im sure If I had it I would love it too. I just got my type s last year, so I figure in a year ill be in your position.

ENJOY IT! Its sexyy as fawkk
Old 04-26-2012 | 12:06 AM
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first mod, bigger downpipe straight out the back and push those tips back. You keeping the wing or doing a deck lid spoiler?
Old 04-26-2012 | 02:55 AM
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Congrats man, I love the STi. Have fun with it!
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Old 04-26-2012 | 10:00 AM
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thanks again guys. appreciate it.

gotta do some errands today, cant wait to drive it
Old 04-26-2012 | 05:30 PM
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A little too boy racer for me these days I guess. They're great cars if its your thing. I hear you on the performance front though. I might look into a Genesis Coupe when the time comes to replace my TL. I'm still waiting to see what the 5g TL will look like before I make any decisions.
Old 04-26-2012 | 08:25 PM
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^Here's hoping to the 5G TL being as good as or better than the 3G.
Old 04-26-2012 | 08:26 PM
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so i just found out the fender scoops and front bumper scoops are all functional.

fender vents/scoops create a vacuum in the engine compartment drawing air out
front bumper scoops cool the brembos.
Old 05-01-2012 | 07:32 AM
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well well look what I got here, I just checking around and then bam.

http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail...nal&listType=1


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