off-roading
 

I kind of want to go off-roading in my car... Would my puny 8 inches of ground clearance be enough?

Define off-roading.

Anywhere there isn't a paved road? Not mountain crawling by any means, but just driving around in the mud and dirt...

Not something I would suggest. Just my .02. The new 2.5i is definitely lacking in "rally heritage"

Bummer. :(

I would and have in my car without issue. Just be reasonable.

I have taken my car out as well, but having driven the new 2.5i, I just can't say that I feel it is that off road-able.

What's missing from the rally heritage? Does it need to be higher off the ground or just lacking in power?

It just feels like a commuter car now, like a Corolla (sorry). The old 2.5RS or 06-07 2.5i felt much closer to the WRX. I don't know they just feel watered down. Its really up to you though. I took the WRX out once or twice in the dirt with some snow to play around but decided I like the pavement more. Hell, I used to run my 99 Outback in some dirt areas to :lol: (I was younger and dumber). I would just take it easy, no powerslides, or scandinavian flicks!

and I assume that I'd have to do a whole slew of upgrades to reach the basic WRX or STi level? (turbo, TMIC, scoop, drive train, ect)

Ouch, yea. The general consensus is that if you want a turbo Subaru, it is cheaper to buy a turbo Subaru. Actually, I may be mistaken but I believe that you need to go even deeper to turn a 2.5 turbo. I believe you need a different block, pistons, ext. Also, most everybody around here is rooted in the belief that a heavily modded car just isn't worth the hassle. Ask Scott about heavily modded cars (Sperry).

I've heard that those are the sentiments for *all* the cars now. Including the WRX and STi. Everything is more "refined" these days.

Yea, I have heard that too. But I haven't been in a new WRX or STi so I didn't want to say anything.

Thats lame... Oh well, I've got what I've got and you can't really beat a car bought by your parents.

The "refinement" doesn't really bother me. Maybe I'm just getting old. Whatever the reason, I'd much rather have an STi that's more comfortable even if it's a tick slower around the track... it's not like I would ever use the full limit of any STi on the street... or like it would be anywhere near as fast as the race car.

I wouldn't knock it, you have a great car. While it may not be the most extreme car on the market it is a great ride that will get you through the snow, rain, and is fun to drive. Enjoy it!

Sperry- I agree with you, the STi is a hell of a car to drive on the street. It was tough driving Emily's responsibly on the street! As far as "refinement" Subaru was aiming for a more "mature" audience and you are proof that they reached their goal :lol: I am content with the WRX just wish it have a little more umph! Maybe an 18g...

Just take that bish off-road and ask questions later.

Hmm, taking a brand new car off the pavement where dents, scratches, suspension wear, underbody damage, rattle development, and general dirt infiltration are likely to occur doesn't seem like a good idea. Unless you can afford to replace the car when you prematurely wear it out, of course.

Why not spend a couple grand on an older Subie that is disposable?

too late....


But I had a lot of fun doing it...

^Thats what I'm talking about.

Bob Danger: "TWSS"

I dont get it...

I must be too young for the reference, haha.

"Thats what she said."

yeah, but who's Bob Danger?

Hes Bob Danger.

Do you go to DRHS? We whooped your guys ass in football this year :D