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Old 11-20-2013, 07:31 AM
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Here is the article from Road and Track: article














I like it!
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Apparently, this version is two inches longer and gives a bit more rear leg room. This would be ideal for me as I would still have room for my two kids and whatever stuff I need to lug around in the hatch. Looking at the photos in the article, the rear opens as a tail gate. Very interesting. I'm sure a production version would lose all that plastic off-road paneling. From the front view, it looks like it has a mustache.
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I like it. It looks like the FF, only better. I hope they build it
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I'm trying to like it... I dunno, just looks goofy to me. It's still digesting lol
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Subaru Exec: Well, the BRZ is nice, but it shares so much with the FRS, design-wise. Can we make it uniquely and unmistakably a Subaru?

Subaru Designers: You mean... hit it with our ugly stick?

Subaru Exec: Exactly.
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Can't make a turbo version due apparent clearance issues despite the aftermarket having no issues with this, oh but a new body style is feasible.
Here's another thought, how about getting the tune right so there is no catastrophic engine failures.

That said, I like it. Makes sense to me, toyota talking about a sedan version, this hatch will probably share some of that R&D and manuacturing.
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seems more likely they'll make a 5-door out of it, or maybe give it one of those mini RX8 doors.
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at first glance I hate it
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As a longtime lover of the M coupe I could totally get into this for a daily!
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Originally Posted by Sebring AP1
As a longtime lover of the M coupe I could totally get into this for a daily!
Agreed. I want one!!! After they sort out the BS with the FA20 and the seals on the direct injectors. Until then - i will watch from afar as Mike goes through 1-2 motors every season...


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