New 2012 STI? What's the skinny?

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  1. 05WRXSTI

    05WRXSTI Member

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    I haven't been in the loop for a while but I'm thinking about getting a new STI. What's the scoop on the new 2012?
     
    #1 05WRXSTI, Dec 31, 2011
  2. Matt

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    The scoop is integrated into the hood. Looks much better than the abomination that was the 04-05 scoop
     
    #2 Matt, Dec 31, 2011
  3. Matt

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    other than that, nothing's changed between the 08-12, other than the bumper/grill...and headlights.
     
    #3 Matt, Dec 31, 2011
  4. GA Scooby

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    Wheels changed, they are using a different head unit, the trunk trim is color matched, but other than that same as the 2011.
     
    #4 GA Scooby, Dec 31, 2011
  5. CelticPride

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    I thought the suspension was vastly changed on the 2011?
     
    #5 CelticPride, Dec 31, 2011
  6. GA Scooby

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    It was. Better bushings and the addition of spherical bearings in the front lower control arm. As well as a revised spring rate front/rear and 1mm thicker sway bars front and rear as well.
     
    #6 GA Scooby, Dec 31, 2011
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    basically they took some R205 suspension goodies and made them stock parts.
     
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  8. GA Scooby

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    ^^ That
     
    #8 GA Scooby, Dec 31, 2011
  9. 05WRXSTI

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    Thanks!
     
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