2016 Crosstrek Advice

[davec132]

Je suis 100% d'accord, j'ai moi-même une WRX 2009 et j'utilise rarement la puissance disponible. Intéressant sur papier selon moi mais dans la vie de tous les jours boff.

[silverf0x]

Nous avons recommandé un modèle Turbo car il voulais plus de puissance sur un N/A et ont sait tous que c'est beaucoup plus simple, dans ce cas, d'aller direct vers un plus gros moteur que d'essayer de modifier..

[Beginner]

Il y a une chose que je trouve plate, pourquoi chaque fois que quelqu'un demande des renseignements sur un modèle n/a, tout le monde vient lui suggérer d'acheter une WRX, STi, FXT?
Ce n'est pas tout le monde qui a les moyens/besoin du surplus de puissance de ces modèles.
Certaines personnes veulent un bon véhicule pour aller du point A au point B qui est agréable à conduire, bien équipé, économique à rouler (essence, assurance, entretien).
Sérieusement, à part une poignée de trippeux qui font de la track, qui ici utilise la puissance de leur WRX/STi/FXT tous les jours? Sur le cruise à 110? Pris dans le trafic? Pour pousser dans le cul du monde à 120?
Au niveau de l'équipement, un Crosstrek Sport n'a rien à envier à une WRX/STi/FXT et ce, pour moins cher que le modèle le moins cher.

It's a good point and I like what you did with your Crosstrek.
Do you know when they will be ready with options you mention?
I will probably place an order for a black 2016 Crosstrek hybrid this week.
To be fair, are there other places besides LP Adventure doing good Crosstrek packages in Montreal?

Thanks

[Cap]

Il y a une chose que je trouve plate, pourquoi chaque fois que quelqu'un demande des renseignements sur un modèle n/a, tout le monde vient lui suggérer d'acheter une WRX, STi, FXT?
Ce n'est pas tout le monde qui a les moyens/besoin du surplus de puissance de ces modèles.
Certaines personnes veulent un bon véhicule pour aller du point A au point B qui est agréable à conduire, bien équipé, économique à rouler (essence, assurance, entretien).
Sérieusement, à part une poignée de trippeux qui font de la track, qui ici utilise la puissance de leur WRX/STi/FXT tous les jours? Sur le cruise à 110? Pris dans le trafic? Pour pousser dans le cul du monde à 120?
Au niveau de l'équipement, un Crosstrek Sport n'a rien à envier à une WRX/STi/FXT et ce, pour moins cher que le modèle le moins cher.

Pour ajouter sur silverf0x,

Le gars a pas déjà acheté l'auto qu'il parle déjà d'augmenter la puissance, améliorer la suspension, le handling et j'en passe.
Faque.


Pour ton autre point, ma WRX, je l'ai eu un gros 10 ans trop tard... Il y a 10 ans, je pouvais faire Québec-Montréal sans voir aucune police sur la 40. Maintenant c'est rarement en bas de 5 et pas aux mêmes endroits
Effectivement, je n'en profites pas à pleine capacité mais j'en profite quand même.

[04_STi]

Before you invest, you need to define what your ultimate goal is. Seeing that you have basic knowledge about cars, if you would like more power, the safest way to do so would be to get stock power levels which best suit your needs/wants.
Lachute was mentionned earlier and do very good work, and SwapShop is a very reputable shop known quite well here on the MSC. I've had Swapshop work on both my LGT and STI and was always happy with the results and service.

https://www.montreal-subaru-club.com/ms ... 37&t=58997" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Furthermore, cars are typically not investments. They are money pits. Enthusiast here are willing to spend
to get their toys just the way they like them because they have disposable income. If you will be up to your neck in payments I strongly recommend you reconsider your purchase.

Like others have said, the better "stock" combination of power and ground clearance would steer you to the XT's, which are a solid platform to build on.

5000$ is a nice budget to begin modding with. Most people wont have that kind of money to dump into a car right after purchasing it. Realize that power mods will most likely void your warranty. So modding on a new vehicle while trying to maintain your warranty can be tricky. It can really depend on which dealership your dealing with, but most are anal and unreasonable when it comes to mods.

"better handling," "and smoother ride" - is this possible?
Thanks

for me these two words don't really fit together.... but I'm far to be an expert !!

I somewhat agree with Yves. I think you can get better handling and a smoother ride to a certain extent. But once you start looking for even more grip, you will start to sacrifice comfort. You can't have it all when it comes to cars. Unless you have a second car... lol

[Beginner]

After test driving a Crosstrek (not hybrid) today, talking to the dealer, doing some research online, considering your points here, I am not going to do any mods for lift, suspension, etc. It's good as it is and I don't want mess with the warranty or trade-in option.
I am going to do exterior work as well as tires/rims, steering wheel, etc.
I got in touch with LP and will also contact Swap Shop.
I will order a black Crosstrek sport package and do a green theme (emblem, fender covers, wipers, etc.
Some chrome, some moulding, etc.

[kamuro]

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I will order a black Crosstrek sport package and do a green theme (emblem, fender covers, wipers, etc.
Some chrome, some moulding, etc.

Seriously ? It's your money and your car and it should look the way you want but please make sure to post a few pictures here when you're done modding it: https://www.montreal-subaru-club.com/ms ... 9&t=125821

You'll love your Crosstrek. It's a go anywhere do anything car and it's very well equipped for the price.

[Beginner]

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I will order a black Crosstrek sport package and do a green theme (emblem, fender covers, wipers, etc.
Some chrome, some moulding, etc.

Seriously ? It's your money and your car and it should look the way you want but please make sure to post a few pictures here when you're done modding it: https://www.montreal-subaru-club.com/ms ... 9&t=125821

You'll love your Crosstrek. It's a go anywhere do anything car and it's very well equipped for the price.

I know it sounds odd but this emerald green in moderation and well placed is a cool complement to the black with limo tint windows and the other add-ons.
And all non-permanent when I want to trade in or sell.
Will send pics as long as it doesn't look like shit : )

[04_STi]

no, make sure you still send pics if it looks like shit, just so no one else makes the same mistake!! haha

[silverf0x]

Personal suggestion. Order it black and do a black theme.

[Beginner]

no, make sure you still send pics if it looks like shit, just so no one else makes the same mistake!! haha

Ok will do.

[Beginner]

Personal suggestion. Order it black and do a black theme.

As in don't do anything with it, or an actual black theme?
Hard to tell sometimes in virtual land when people are being serious or not.

[Courteau]

Personal suggestion. Order it black and do a black theme.

As in don't do anything with it, or an actual back theme?
Hard to tell sometimes in virtual land when people are being serious or not.

Your talking to Mr. AsBlackAsPossible

[Beginner]

Personal suggestion. Order it black and do a black theme.

As in don't do anything with it, or an actual back theme?
Hard to tell sometimes in virtual land when people are being serious or not.

Your talking to Mr. AsBlackAsPossible

So what are some ways to do that?
And in general, do people have any good photos,sites, etc with cool Crosstrek (or Outback)
designs, mods, packages, accessories, etc?

[silverf0x]

Personal suggestion. Order it black and do a black theme.

As in don't do anything with it, or an actual back theme?
Hard to tell sometimes in virtual land when people are being serious or not.

Your talking to Mr. AsBlackAsPossible

So what are some ways to do that?
And in general, do people have any good photos,sites, etc with cool Crosstrek (or Outback)
designs, mods, packages, accessories, etc?

Ways to do that is simple, make everything as black as possible

-Tint (obviously)
-Black wheels, black center caps, black nuts
-Emblems: shaved or blackened
-Exhaust tip: black
-Headlights: opened and blackened
-Tailights: darkened
-Calipers: Black
-Reflectors: gone
-Everything chrome must go (plastidip is your friend here)

Once you're done you'll notice you've missed one little thing: that key hole on your handles! So get out your magic marker and go nuts. Kidding: apply a small round vinyl on it and heat it up a little bit. Who needs keys anyway.

Properly murdered out cars:
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http://www.ridelust.com/wp-content/uplo ... 00x254.jpg" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Once done, contact me and we'll become best friends


As far as links to images, I like Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/crosstrek/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;