One of the year's most anticipated motorsport packages was
unveiled at the Australian International Motor Show (AIMS) today,
in the form of a potent track-ready Subaru BRZ.
Subaru Australia is displaying the latest creation from
long-term partner, New Zealand-based Possum Bourne Motorsport
(PBMS).
Subaru enjoyed a decade of dominance in the Australian Rally
Championship, working alongside PBMS.
Subaru Australia Managing Director, Nick Senior, said: "We're
delighted to display the PBMS BRZ motorsport project car.
"This car will take the BRZ thrill to a whole new level for
those that want some serious trackwork."
Mr Senior said while Subaru Australia had no current plans to
re-enter the motorsport arena itself, the overwhelmingly positive
response to BRZ had brought a huge level of enquiry from motorsport
enthusiasts.
"There's a massive level of interest among motorsport fans, so
we're keen to tap into that market.
"From day one we have always imagined the BRZ would appeal to
the 'weekend warriors' - people who enjoy club level motorsport
activities.
"PBMS has developed packages that will appeal to these
enthusiasts. It is a company that has developed an international
reputation for excellence in engineering and fastidiousness in
attention to detail."
PBMS have a huge list of options for the motorsport BRZ and
basically customers can start with an entry-level price and then
cherry-pick components to suit their purposes.
PBMS has developed three track-ready packages.
The entry-level package includes:
- Rollcage kit, including installation
- Recaro motorsport seats
- Sabelt six-point harness
- Fuel system modifications, including lines and connectors
- Carbonfibre lightweight parts, including door panels
The upscale package, displayed at AIMS, adds:
- Driveline and suspension modifications, including Cusco height
and damper adjustable coilover suspension
- Brake package, including AP front and rear rotors and calipers
and STI handbrake
- Electrical kit, including wiring, circuit breakers and
lightweight battery
- Recaro winged-HANS seats
- Enkei 18 x 8.0 lightweight wheels and Pirelli P-Zero Trofeo R
motorsport tyres.
A third option includes a complete performance parts package,
including engine and gearbox enhancements, priced to suit
individual requirements.
PBMS can also completely strip the car and offers a painting/colour
change service too.
Production BRZ continues to be retailed exclusively online in
Australia, at https://buybrzonline.subaru.com.au/
Customers wanting the full detail on the BRZ motorsport packages
and pricing should contact:
parts@possumbourne.co.nz
paul@possumbourne.co.nz
bryan@possumbourne.co.nz
NOTE: PBMS motorsport enhancements are for track
use only.
For further information, contact:
David Rowley
National Corporate Affairs Manager
Subaru Australia
Telephone: (02) 8892 9853
Mobile: 0418 237 252
Fax: (02) 8892 9121
E-mail: david.rowley@subaru.com.au