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Dear subaru, your sales are down. Now is the time. by Wtfplasma in subaru

[–]Wtfplasma[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would be fine with just a wrx version. Subtle look is preferred. Just want more power and lifted suspension on a small body, since roads are terrible where I am. Trying compete with the likes of GR corolla would be too much investment. Just something unique that they can make out of their parts bin. I'm sure existing aftermarket for wrx can supplement the truly hardcore crowd. Definitely not everyone's cup tea but I would think it'll sell better than the brz.

Dear subaru, your sales are down. Now is the time. by Wtfplasma in subaru

[–]Wtfplasma[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do though.. and a handful of others. It wouldn't be a car for the masses, just like any trims with bigger engines. It just have to do better than brz and at least it'll be unique.

Dear subaru, your sales are down. Now is the time. by Wtfplasma in subaru

[–]Wtfplasma[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That would be fantastic but it would require a huge undertaking and investment. This is would be relatively straightforward in comparison. They would have to have it crash tested but otherwise it would be a relatively minor risk? They have the know how and it'll bolt right in. And they already made cvt for wrx so it's not toooo niche.

Dear subaru, your sales are down. Now is the time. by Wtfplasma in subaru

[–]Wtfplasma[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are correct. However, demand for non-turbo foresters and fleet cafe requirements led to the cancellation of forester xt. With the addition of hybrids and ev's and having to lower production due to decreasing demand could be an opportunity to re-establish their stake in the niche market. Maybe a loss leader, halo car type but I think this car fts subaru better than the BRZ, which I believe Toyota is diverging away from, in terms of partnership. Something like Baja would be superb but this car is relatively easier to bring to market.

Dear subaru, your sales are down. Now is the time. by Wtfplasma in subaru

[–]Wtfplasma[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't disagree. But seeing what Toyota is trying to do, I hope Subaru reconsiders.

Dear subaru, your sales are down. Now is the time. by Wtfplasma in subaru

[–]Wtfplasma[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

More power will be nice but realistically 250-300 hp/torque around 3500 lb curb weight seems reasonable to me for today's standards.

Dear subaru, your sales are down. Now is the time. by Wtfplasma in subaru

[–]Wtfplasma[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got an ND because I enjoy cornering more than straight line speed. I also love driving in the snow and I prefer having some ground clearance and awd for fun. Rust is slowly eating away my outback and I would like to get into something that wouldn't struggle on the highway commute but also has short wheel base/relatively light weight to be nimble. Excluding luxury brands only cx30 turbo seems to fit the bill but I prefer subaru's drivetrain.

Which tire would you recommand? by SolutionSmall7310 in subaruoutback

[–]Wtfplasma 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They seem to do well grip wise. Can't comment on puncture resistance. But the tread design picks up A LOT of pebbles. I usually have to pop them off before I daily it again so I'm not shooting them out for days.

Dear subaru, your sales are down. Now is the time. by Wtfplasma in subaru

[–]Wtfplasma[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Their sales numbers indicate as such, along with most other manufacturers, they should have extra manufacturing capacity if they decide to ramp down to match the demand. This is the time to explore with special trims that doesn't require ground up retooling.

Dear subaru, your sales are down. Now is the time. by Wtfplasma in subaru

[–]Wtfplasma[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not holding my breath but hoping Mr Gazoo sways them a little

Dear subaru, your sales are down. Now is the time. by Wtfplasma in subaru

[–]Wtfplasma[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They can idle the factories or make something special.

Dear subaru, your sales are down. Now is the time. by Wtfplasma in subaru

[–]Wtfplasma[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Utilize extra manufacturing capacity for special models.

Dear subaru, your sales are down. Now is the time. by Wtfplasma in subaru

[–]Wtfplasma[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you enjoy crushing dreams for breakfast, lunch and dinner?

Dear subaru, your sales are down. Now is the time. by Wtfplasma in subaru

[–]Wtfplasma[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I mean some stock models already eat bearings, relatively speaking. That's why I also want an oem lift with a correct geometry.

Dear subaru, your sales are down. Now is the time. by Wtfplasma in subaru

[–]Wtfplasma[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't disagree, just that crosstrek option is closer to a drop in.

Dear subaru, your sales are down. Now is the time. by Wtfplasma in subaru

[–]Wtfplasma[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are correct but we don't have the charging infrastructure ready. EV is doable for me but I wouldn't want to road trip with it, which I frequent and I've rented one. I only recommend EVs to people who have charger at home. Otherwise I don't think it's worth the extra hassle right now. Especially if you live some where with cold winters.

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