Got this from SAAB Central How accurate ? I have no clue Saab unique front exterior styling new aluminum hood with redesigned hood scoop on Aero new front fenders new front grille and bumper cover new headlamps, marker lights and projector driving lights Saab unique side and rear exterior styling new tailgate and rear bumper cover new rear roof spoiler new rear taillamps 17" alloy wheels standard (in Canada) on Aero Saab specific Bridgestone tires (standard Subaru OEM Bridgestone Potenza RE92 on US 16" 9-2X) Saab unique Chassis Steering: improved on-center feel/feedback as well as better response & linearity *** STI steering rack *** !!! (not sure if from 04 or 05 STI) Handling: improved overall stability, particularly emergency handling fully laden Ride: revised shock tuning for a more controlled ride. Less low speed rebound & compression new dampers new suspension bushings - stiffer anti-roll bar bushings 100% stiffening of the front sub-frame where the steering rack mounts unique lower steering gear ratio of 15:1 vs. previous 16.5:1 aluminum rear suspension forward lateral link 10mm shorter rear bump stops Saab unique interior materials upgraded carpeting two-tone cloth seat materials availability of leather interior instrument cluster with metallic trim rings around the gauges upgraded door panel materials metallic centre stack dash fascia Saab unique insulation kit dramatically reduces noise, vibration and harshness heavier toe-board insulation and addition of fender insulation rear quarter trim sealing, tailgate sealing acoustic treatment on roof trim insulation under the shift boot new rear engine mount Saab unique active head restraints for the front seats Security System (n/a Impreza models) Block Heater (n/a Impreza models) (Canada only) Leather interior optional on Linear & Aero (n/a Impreza models) Sunroof optional on Linear (n/a on Impreza Outback Sport) Heated Front Seats & Outer Mirrors optional on Linear (standard on Impreza Outback Sport) Warranty: US: 48 month/50,000 miles (Impreza models 36 month/36,000 miles) Canada: 48 month/80,000 km (Impreza models 36 month/60,000 km) Dealer provided maintenance: 24 month/24,000 miles (n/a Impreza models)
I wouldnt mind doing a 9-2x rear hatch, bumper, and taillight conversion if I could ever find the parts cheaply (sucks that they didnt ever make aspen whites though).