Built for E85, but still awaiting the E85 tune at the time of this writing, the Xwingftr has a thorough build by IAG Performance with a base tune pushing out 292.5whp with 332.06 on 93 pump.
Fitted with BC BR coilovers, full GTSpec suspension goodies and tuned to get the most out of his stock turbo setup, Mike is a boost-aholic that loves to drive. The only member of the Subie Gang that is static, he has focused more on the performance aspect. The second is to build an awesome ride that fits his personality. Having appeared on Anderson Cooper Live with his Suby, and a well-known fixture throughout the Northeast, Mike has made it a goal to spread knowledge and awareness. The first is the promotion of Breast Cancer Awareness. The build is a two-part project for Mike’s STi and he has definitely moved in the right direction on both accounts. As you can see, it’s pretty loud and we aren’t just talking about the exhaust note. Mike and his STi aka Xwingftr, are the latest addition to the Subie Gang. It’s the subtle touches that make Ian’s STi a stand-out.Ĭopper/Bronze flaked Brembos and white CCW LM20’s work nicely together. That rear diffuser and splitter is a true custom piece made by Ian and his father. Like all proper builds, it’s always a work in progress, but you have to appreciate the work Ian continues to put into his ride. And then he decided to go “moar low” and change his wheel setup with the CCW LM20’s before doing this latest version, utilizing an air setup.
There was numerous photos of his white STi rocking those Tiffany Green Work XD9’s. Some may have remembered his STi before the green vinyl wrap. Ian Galvez, photographer and die-hard Suby enthusiast who, before this season, was rolling nearly as low, static, as you see him “aired” out in the photo above, has put his STi under several make-over transformations. Photography by: Herb Allen aka The Fourth Photography and P R A V A N Photography. Our day consisted of chasing the sunlight, and closing off streets, but thankfully, we avoided any unwanted attention from those that would be looking to mess with the Subie Gang. Yep, that’s the new World Trade Center aka Freedom Tower along with the beautiful NYC skyline in the landscape. We met up with the Subie Gang, on one fine Saturday morning, and after some hardcore coffee, bagels and cream cheese, went right to work capturing them on their home turf. True street cars, don’t be surprised to see them rolling deep on the highways and byways of the East Coast.Ī good mix of static and air, power and looks, you will find all kinds of flavor here. Treacherous city traffic, curvy mountain roads and highways run by horsepower craze vehicles are included. And we aren’t talking about just potholes and wavy asphalt. Representing New York and New Jersey, these STi’s conquer some of the most challenging roadways in the world, daily.
Meet Rick “Boostelo” Gonzalez, Mike “Xwingftr STi”, Ian Galvez, Denis “Supa STi” and their respective rides. The Subie Gang, although one of the newer teams to the scene, definitely deserves their own spotlight considering their impact and virality.Īnd then there was four. When we think of the most inspirational and top teams out there, there are a few names that quickly come to mind. These guys are wanted across the globe and the fans can’t ever seem to get enough. It’s not often that we do group Features with 3 or more cars, mainly because we are more likely to come across individuals and their respective builds than a large group that is just so proper and complete for what they represent. They are guilty of stolen hearts, wasteful time spent salivating over their photos, and for some of the more severe cases, brain-washing (inspiring lol) unfortunate souls into opening up their wallets and giving up money to parts vendors. A team of street-terrorizing Subaru WRX STi’s.