Subaru BRZ Reminds Us of The Classic Supra 3L Turbo
Subaru’s BRZ Concept STI was recently unveiled at the 2011 LA Auto Show. We want one as it looks a lot like the last generation Supra which is a classic sports car in the making. This concept hints at the production BRZ and features unique STI performance features. The first visual impact with the concept shows the “WR Blue Pearl II” color, a new generation of the legendary WR blue paint scheme that has adorned both racing and production STI’s. The Subaru-engineered and built chassis boasts a rigid frame housing a two-plus-two interior and front engine/rear-wheel drive layout. With the engine mounted low and rearward in the engine compartment near-perfect balance is achieved. Regarding the design, the vehicle comes with an aero-tuned lower front spoiler, unique rear fascia and a rear wing for added down-force.
Moreover, a carbon-fiber roof was added in order to lower the center of gravity, one of the lowest of any car made. Under the hood you will find the 2.0-liter naturally-aspirated four-cylinder boxer engine, designed with a square bore and stroke of 86 X 86 mm. This engine is a joint project between Subaru and Toyota and will feature a horizontally-opposed 2.0-liter four developed exclusively for the BRZ, using Toyota’s direct-injection technology. Subaru says the engine sits 120 mm (4.72 inches) lower than the engine in any other Subaru models, and 240 mm (9.45 inches) closer to the center of the car. The ultra-low center of gravity, coupled with an expected weight of less than 3,000 pounds, should contribute to some excellent handling.
The concept car has been heavily stamped with the STI imprint, what with the 18-inch alloys, hexagonal lower grille, hawk-eye headlights and the obligatory spoiler, wing, flares and other body bits. The concept also sports a carbon fiber roof like the latest WRX STI and the latest version of the STI’s “WR Blue Pearl” paint.
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