Throwback Thursdays: Remembering the Impreza in North America

Watch out for that lightning blue heading your way

              I'm sure all of you rally fans know the Impreza. Subaru's great all-wheel driven car that took part in the WRC. The cars that made a name for rallyists such as Richard Burns and even the late Colin McRae. These sturdy cars were built in Gunma, Subaru's home.

Like the beauty of Mt. Kanayama, these blue cars became the symbol of dedication and hardwork of Subaru. The Impreza was made avaiable outside Japan in countries like Australia and Germany yet the US received the Impreza in the form of the sport wagon called the "Outback".

 

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They would not receive a true Impreza until 2000 when the second generation was introduced. In 2001, North America received the WRX line of the Impreza. With its speed-thirsty turbocharged boxer engine under the hood, the North American Impreza is one good rally car and everyday car as well.

Simple yet organized interior

The WRX STi was released in 2004 with a new engine and improved steering plus a new look known by some as the "blob-eye" Impreza. This Impreza has that meanacing intake scoop on the hood plus cool gold rims on a blue body paint making this car a unique addition to the American Subaru market.

So if you see one of these on the road, be sure to thank Subaru for making this wonderful car. Happy thursdays!

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