"RWD Powerhouse: Subaru's Underrated Performance Gems"

mixwin

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"Hey guys, just wanted to start a thread about Subaru's often-overlooked performance cars. Their 'RWD Powerhouse' series, including the 360R and the S204 STI, are beasts on the track but hardly anyone talks about 'em. Anyone else out there a fan of Subie's racing credentials?"
 

GINSENG

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"Dude, I've gotta disagree, I think the Impreza WRX is the real unsung hero. It's got the perfect balance of power and handling. Don't get me wrong, the STI is a beast, but for everyday driving, the WRX is where it's at."
 

leo386

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"Haha gotta disagree, folks - I've had my '14 WRX STI for 5 years now and it's still giving me the power I need. Don't get me wrong, the RWD Imprezas are nice, but my WRX has got heart. It's all about the boxer engine for me"
 

serJHAnt

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"Just pulled up on some local tracks in my STI and that boxer engine is a BEAST. Can't deny the raw power and handling that comes with it. Anyone else with a WRX or STI experiencing some insane drifting sessions?"
 

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"Lol, don't forget the STI models. Those are the ones that really bring out the beast in those cars. The all-wheel drive and boxer engine combo is a game-changer"
 

Caro

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"Yooo, gotta disagree on the underrated part. The STI has been getting love from the JDM crowd for years. Anyone else think the WRX STI 22B is the true performance gem, tho?"
 

kudryavtseff

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"Lol at underrated, those WRXs are pretty well known for their power. My cousin's got an STI and it's a beast on the track. But yeah, the RWD layout is what sets them apart from others in their class."
 

erg2125

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"Lol, finally someone talking about the RWD Subarus! Been saying for years, the STI's are underrated beasts. That 2.5L turbo is a beast on the right track"
 

dajdo

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"Man, I'm so down to see a thread about RWD Subarus! Those WRX STI variants are absolute beasts, and the handling is insane. Anyone here own an old STI, or have experience with RWD performance cars?"
 

kinzaj

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"Lol, just saw a RWD Subaru WRX STI take down a Ferrari on a track, the guy's skills are insane! Anyone else have a RWD Subaru and love the power-to-weight ratio? Those 2.5Ts are sleeper cars if you ask me."
 
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