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mikeyb
06-02-2009, 11:16 PM
http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/5/large/9624399.jpg (http://www.worldcarfans.com/9090528.004/mini2/artist-interpretation-subaru-wrx-sti)

http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/5/large/7113979.jpg (http://www.worldcarfans.com/9090528.004/mini3/artist-interpretation-subaru-wrx-sti)

http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/5/large/2448119.jpg (http://www.worldcarfans.com/9090528.004/mini4/artist-interpretation-subaru-wrx-sti)

http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/5/large/1327338.jpg

Lars Mårtensson, a.k.a. "GRID", has designed his own 3D rendering of a Subaru WRX STi concept.

Mårtensson's creation looks a bit like a cross between the legendary Subaru and a Triumph TR7 wedge... and that's not a bad thing. If there is one thing the WRX line desperately needs is a more unique look. It's unfortunate that the freshest look for the WRX has to come from fans, and not the automaker.

Mårtensson fresheded up the entire front-end by giving a steeper curve to the headlights. So steep is this, that the larger air intake, headlights, and narrow honeycomb grille combine to form a nose-and-mouth smiley face. We do like the modern styling to the lower section of the bumper, with a bigger grille and fog lights built in. But with such a steep angle from the front end to just in front of the driver's head, we wonder how comfortable this car would be to drive. However, the completely redesigned rear-section, with center-mount exhaust and contrasting color tones, is a nice touch.
mikeyb
06-02-2009, 11:17 PM
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JCell
06-03-2009, 12:00 AM
love the rear....
thanE
06-03-2009, 12:16 AM
yes, like it....
BadBandar
06-03-2009, 02:28 AM
I like it too. I want it!
StealthWyvern
06-03-2009, 02:40 AM
side view I do not want... front shot... im lovin it.
kendon
06-03-2009, 06:06 AM
it looked at first that mikey photochopped a countach, but then i scrolled down. smooth out the lines on the side of the car and it's perfection! that is one of the most sinister looking front ends evAr!
StealthWyvern
06-03-2009, 06:07 AM
it looked at first that mikey photochopped a countach, but then i scrolled down. smooth out the lines on the side of the car and it's perfection! that is one of the most sinister looking front ends evAr!

I thought the same thing
altspace
06-03-2009, 06:37 AM
Nice! Too bad it'll never make it to production.
MazdaSpeeder
06-03-2009, 09:02 AM
oooo...sexy hot.
judman13
06-03-2009, 09:06 AM
NOOOOOOOOO Don't like it at alllll!!!

It totally goes away from all the smooth curves of the other subies!! Looks like a cross between the 2010 Mazda3's and the Evo X!!!
evilmonkeyMSP
06-03-2009, 09:09 AM
I like it, but I like his S2000 concept even better....

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/05/lars-martensson-s2000-concept-580.jpg
CnoTataymo
06-03-2009, 06:20 PM
The replacement for the DeLoren in the new Back to the Future movie? Hahaha.
coolmazda5
06-03-2009, 08:06 PM
Yes, sick ride. Just the video music is kind of over the top.
clicknext
06-04-2009, 12:31 AM
lol it looks amazing. but from the shape, it doesn't look like anything the impreza would ever become, seeing as there appears to be just two seats and not much trunk space...

more like a supercar
kendon
06-04-2009, 04:09 AM
I think a cross between that and the "squirrel mincer" Top Gear tested would be perfect, but that front end has to stay the same!
unwound
06-05-2009, 08:29 PM
Scirocco-Murcielago love child?
Cellerator
06-05-2009, 10:43 PM
looks like this is a love hate relationship for this car. I think it's unique and nice looking. It's fresh and has an attitude unlike a lot of cars out there.
daonly1around
06-05-2009, 11:05 PM
i don't like the side profile, but overall i like the car
sandspeed
06-05-2009, 11:15 PM
Give me the keys and I will drive that thing all over the place. the taillights are cool, headlights, the wheels, who wouldn't want to drive that thing.
Moody
06-06-2009, 12:13 AM
looks like a lambo hatch.. and the exhaust meeting in the middle?? Do not approve. Looks like its trying to be more european. why??
axisboldaslove
06-06-2009, 02:57 AM
damn that front end makes it look really aggressive
OnebigTymer11
06-09-2009, 10:57 PM
The front end reminds me of the New Focus RS.
Hughes412
06-11-2009, 09:05 AM
It's not ugly, but it's so 80'S! I keep thinking Miami VIce, or Back to the Future. There are so many ways to make a car, why go back to the 80's style?