Mark's MY02 Subaru Legacy B4 RSK
The story of the Subaru Legacy B4 RSK
The B4, which indicated suspension tuning by Porsche (yes, Porsche!), Subaru's new partner in Japan, and RSK which stands for Rally Sport Kompressor are the main clues to the true nature of this 280 horsepower sedan. That is the same output of the Subaru Impreza WRX STi and the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI (isn't it convenient how so many Japanese cars have 2.0 litre engines and put out 280PS?) which just like the B4 RSK will not be sold in North America. Quite a shame considering the performance and value.
The twin-turbo system provides the excellent 4-cylinder powerplant with the power for some spirited performance. The twin-turbo, twin-cam boxer engine, 5-speed manual gearbox, AWD system with viscous central LSD and low, low curb weight, sound like the perfect ingredients for mounting a challenge on the WRC. If you expect to spend most of your time at the track or rallying, get a Lancer Evolution, but if all you need is a great sports sedan with the ability to easily haul 4 people, the Legacy B4 RSK is a perfect and more conservative choice.
Revision D
The fourth revision of the third-generation Legacy made several important but subtle changes to the front of the car. The fenders, grille, and headlights were altered slightly, making interchangeability with Rev1-c impossible. The headlights in the Japanese market were of the HID variety, and were slightly smaller, while the grille also shrank slightly. The HID headlights had a dashboard mounted adjustment switch that allowed the driver to re-aim the headlights to reduce glare to approaching traffic.
How long has the car been owned by you?
I've owned the car since Valentine's Day 2008
How was the car sourced?
The car was originally owned by a former member 'Mucky Scooby', he sold it on and then I bought the car from the next owner! It's now back at home in the ISDC.
