BJM Posted March 15, 2008 Posted March 15, 2008 Hey all, Just back from my big trip. Covered 2950 miles in 7 days going to the Nurburgring then onto Geneva for the 78th motorshow. I'm sure you will all be interested in my mpg. Well sitting at around 70 -75mpg for most of the time I got an overall 33.6mpg according to the onboard computer thing. This was my 1st trip to the 'ring, and let me tell you, its fun. I have driven around 100 laps on PS2 and Xbox360 and its so different in real life. So so many blind coners and dips and MASSIVE kerbs. Cost 33euros for 1 to 5 laps. If any one is thinking of going then give me a shout and I'll help will anything I can. The trip took me thru France, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany (did not get to go on any unrestricted Autobahns (Boo!) and of course Switzerland. Possible 1 speeding fine in Switzerland (scamera) The Geneva show was huge. It only cost 7euros for entry which is cheap in comparision to the uk variant. The subaru stand was not brilliant, It did have the new rally car. Otherwise it was a really good show with the likes of ferrari, bugatti, pagani, koneseeegggiig? etc. Worth a visit Anyway I really, really need to go wash me car, it's bad. After 2950 miles in the new STI, I love it. Much easier to drive then my last scoob (2006 Wrx). A lot more comfy than expected, fuel not too bad (I need to remind myself, it is a subaru).
st3ph3n Posted March 15, 2008 Posted March 15, 2008 That sounds like a great trip. Does this make you the first member with an 08 as well?
BJM Posted March 15, 2008 Author Posted March 15, 2008 st3ph3n said: That sounds like a great trip. Does this make you the first member with an 08 as well? Great trip, but just spent the last 5hrs 15mins cleaning the outside of the car, 2950miles of dirt/grime/road salt!!! Oh not to mention the brake dust!! Neighbours must think I'm totally crazy. Tomorrow the inside. Am I the first member with an 08 ? I dunno. But I can defo recommend one. But just read the new VED bands fro next year Now just waiting to find out about up-ing the power of the beast.
cullenmin Posted March 15, 2008 Posted March 15, 2008 Aye it sounds like you have had a great time. Something I want to do is make the trip to the nurburgring. Do you have any pics or your car or your trip to the ring? I got a thing from subaru asking if I want a test drive of the new STi...so I replied back YES Just waiting for an invite or phonecall now. Rich
sandycam Posted March 15, 2008 Posted March 15, 2008 sounds like a great trip. After you've washed it have you noticed many stone chips etc on the rear arches/doors? Just wondered if they've changed anything from the yank ones that have had some probs!
BJM Posted March 16, 2008 Author Posted March 16, 2008 sandycam said: sounds like a great trip. After you've washed it have you noticed many stone chips etc on the rear arches/doors? Just wondered if they've changed anything from the yank ones that have had some probs! I was really worried about the stonechip thing. I read the same thread on the american site. I even considered getting some 3M film and covering more area. However, The only stone chips i now have are on the front lower spoiler.
sandycam Posted March 16, 2008 Posted March 16, 2008 BJM said: I was really worried about the stonechip thing. I read the same thread on the american site. I even considered getting some 3M film and covering more area. However, The only stone chips i now have are on the front lower spoiler. thanks, just one other question, what colours yours and pics!
BJM Posted March 17, 2008 Author Posted March 17, 2008 sandycam said: thanks, just one other question, what colours yours and pics! It's white, no pics of the car at the mo, will take some this week. I'll try and post some pics of my trip
sandycam Posted March 17, 2008 Posted March 17, 2008 BJM said: It's white, no pics of the car at the mo, will take some this week. I'll try and post some pics of my trip thanks again
scoobysmiff Posted March 18, 2008 Posted March 18, 2008 lets see some pics of you and your car on the ring then mate, would be good to see a 2008 Sti on there givvin it large :-)
cullenmin Posted March 18, 2008 Posted March 18, 2008 I'm still undecided about the new scooby, dont like that big plastic bits on that bumper. Rich
eurosti Posted March 18, 2008 Posted March 18, 2008 Ive just looked at the shot looking down into Breidscheid from Exmuhle how did you manage to get to that side of the track mate?
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