Used Sports Cars - Subaru Impreza Sti - Sports Cars

name Subaru inevitably evokes in me bright blue, gold rims and Colin McRae jumping sideways over the edge of his “Subi State Express 555”. The Subaru Impreza is an icon in both rally and sports cars around the world. Unique, noisy, useful and incredibly nimble car.

All generations Subaru Impreza STi they are characterized by "real" all-wheel drive, turbocharged four-cylinder boxer engine and manual transmission (automatic optional with the third latest generation, but forget about it ...). Competitor Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, The Impreza has ignited the hearts of rally enthusiasts since the early 90s and has retained its pure analog character from generation to generation, even if its character has faded a little over time.

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Behind the wheel Subaru Impreza is always a great pleasure, regardless of the year of manufacture and model. The roar of the turbocharged boxer engine is unique and unmistakable: hoarse and metallic at low revs and wild and grainy at 6.500 rpm.

The turbo blows without the slightest hesitation, and there is something menacing in the sound produced by all of its metal parts. Behind the wheel, however, is a very welcoming and easy-to-drive car: a manual transmission. Subaru it's always quick and precise, the steering isn't very direct but instills enough confidence, and you'll get a little warning understeer when cornering. At this point, however, the fun begins: just play with the load distribution to move the rear and launch the four-wheel power boom. Thus, the thrust of the four-cylinder turbocharger goes hand in hand with the decibels and turbocharger pressure, helping you quickly eliminate straight sections between one corner and another.

There are dozens of used models in the aftermarket Subaru Impreza... Of course, you have to be careful with the mileage and how the car was used (they are often used on the track), but if you pay attention, you can take home a copy in excellent condition at a bargain price. Depending on the year of manufacture and generation, prices range from 6.000 to 30.000 € 30.000, but if you are looking for examples with short mileage (from 60.000 2005 to 2010 10.000 km) between 17.000 and XNUMX, that is, more recently, you will find prices in range from XNUMX XNUMX to XNUMX euros.