(Photo: Philippe Champoux, Auto123.com)

Other features exclusive to the Legacy 2.5GT Spec.B include modifications to the front suspension control arms, 18-inch wheels with Brigestone Potenza 215/45R18 summer tires, grippy grey leather and blue alcantara seats, eight power adjustments for the driver's seat, a touch-screen navigation system, aluminum pedals, a MOMO three-spoke steering wheel, and your choice from a wide selection of one colour: Metallic Grey.

Also, all 2007 Legacy models get a new audio system with a 6-CD changer, MP3 and WMA playback, prewiring for XM satellite radio, and mechanical improvements in the shift linkage as well as in the turbocharger. In addition, we're glad to learn that all Legacy sedans will finally be equipped with a 40/20/40-split rear seat.

The 2007 Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Spec.B is a blast to drive and represents an improved version of one of the Auto123.com staff's favourite cars. Pricing for this sedan should be available in a few weeks, but it should normally cost several thousand dollars more than a $40,295 2006 2.5GT Limited.

(Photo: Philippe Champoux, Auto123.com)

Some interesting numbers :

Subaru buyers: 62% men, 38% women, average age 48

Impreza WRX STI buyers 96% men, 4% women, average age 38

Legacy 2.5GT buyers: 69% men, 31% women, average age 48

Legacy 2.5GT Spec.B buyers (projected): 80% men, 20% women, average age 44