What's new? The letter D, which stands for ‘discreet specification’. Subaru understands that driving a bright blue car with gold wheels and big wings may not be everyone’s cup of tea, so it has produced an aesthetically toned-down version of the STi. The Spec D will only be available in this Crystal Grey metallic paint and just 300 cars will be made. All will be de-badged, have a full leather interior, upgraded stereo and speakers, touchscreen sat-nav, silver alloys, extra sound-proofing and more restrained aerodynamic addenda.What's it like? It’s still the STi we know and love: precise steering, great chassis and storming performance once the engine hits 3000rpm. But the subdued looks help camouflage this ability. And your rear view is no longer obstructed by a bench-like spoiler. Just don’t assume that the extra leather and sound-proofing increases refinement — it doesn’t.Should I buy one? If you’re a more mature petrolhead, who revels in the performance of an STi but not the attention it garners, yes.Jon Quirk
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