finally, here is my review of
Bunta's Impreza
first of all, i would like to ask a few questions:
in the parts list, there is no FC tranny. i understood the stock gears were already perfect. but how about the oil change and rigidity refresh?? i took those into account when i tested it.
...so, after 3 days, my review is up now!! i tested it on 2 tracks: Suzuka and Citta 'di Aria.
1st test track :
Suzuka Circuit
Me and Vince made a deal about a week ago, that we would drive each other's Subbie Impreza. After him driving my 22B, it's my turn to drive his Coupe R. So, I borrowed his car for a test spin around Suzuka, because he said that this car is made for that track. So here I go, a time attack around the full course. First corner, braked to get the speed right, no problem there. Also with the second one. Next comes the S curves, the Subbie went smoothly there. I understeered a bit on the Dunlop curve, but that's fine. Next comes Degner, i went into the grass because my car understeered, i thought i had braked enough
well anyway, after clearing the hairpin, i got no understeer on 200R and on Spoon corner. Coming next is the 130R, that blasted corner, i always get off the track because i just can't tackle that cursed curved patch of road
Casio Triangle, there the car's brakes are to be tested. the Subbie stopped in a dime, thanks to the high-grip tires and reduced weight. Then the final sweeper. Very smooth out there, no understeer while flooring it. It was a splendid drive, this car IS built for Suzuka. but let's face it, that's not the track i realy wanted to test this car. Moving on, to my *cough* home course...
2nd test track :
Citta 'di Aria
Time to push this car to the limits. Circuit is one thing, Touge is another. First sequence of corners, not bad, although I had to get used to the huge amount of body roll
a bit of understeer at the hairpin and also at the sweeper. On the long straight, great acceleration. But how about the brakes?? I slammed on them as hard as I could because the esses were coming up next. A bit rough, I can't make the car go in the direction I wan to because of the weight shifting & body roll, so I experienced a few bumps. Not to worry, I got the hang of it. The second long straight is up. As my speedometer reached 210 km/h, I slammed on the brakes again, wonderful. It slowed me down enough to tackle the chicane and the hairpin. The ascent was a snap, It had sharp uphill acceleration.
Summary: This car is great for circuit and touge races. Has good stopping power and handling, acceleration out of corners was a breeze. I want to keep this car, but I am saving for a Mitsubishi Evo VIII Super Rally Car
but don't worry, once i get enough cash, I'll rebuild this. I admit, this car is better than my 22B, a fine Subaru you have here.., 👍👍