Yeah, almost every AWD has a higher than usual ground clearance, and for me when driving throw deep snow or a slightly flooded street, I would much prefer it then being slammed to the ground with lower ride height.
Lou's WRX yep that’s where the wrx shines. I mean I get wanting to lower the wrx to make it look better but it doesn’t make sense to complain about it because you know what you’re getting into. It’s kinda like buying a brz but complaining about the unusable back seats
To respond to all three comments here: I agree that a higher ride height is advantageous when dealing with deep snow or deeper water on the road, but for the most part, people aren't dealing with those scenarios. I suppose I didn't address the issue in the right way, the fender should have a lower exposure height. The well itself can be as deep as needed to deal with weather conditions, but they could have made the fender drop a little closer to the wheel. One of the beautiful things about these cars is they can be modified and still be equipped to take on the harsh weather scenarios.
Auto Enthusiast you make a good point about most people not dealing with snow. I, for one, live in California and honestly the wrx height doesn’t help me much either. My point is that this car will lose its heritage if it came low stock. You’re right about the beauty of the aftermarket parts for this car but I just don’t think it should be a surprise you have to pay to lower this car
I have the 2018 Limited WRX, but I bought mine because I live in the mountains on dirt roads with crappy weather! I wanted the WRX because it was sporty, AWD car, that's lightly modifiable, but amazing in any condition; and there aren't many CARS that can do that like Subaru! I am however thinking about picking up another (cheaper), more modifiable car for the summer! Really love your channel recently, can't wait to see what you have planned next!
Thanks for the support. I bought a WRX for the same reason. I was thinking about buying a cheap Genesis Coupe and modifying it. Or rebuilding a RX-7. Not sure yet.
I own a 2004 Neon SRT-4, Its a shame I'm already hated for owning that kind of car because the car is actually a very strong running car from stock and is very fun. I dont diss any build on any car because if someone put their time and passion into their car that shows a lot. I love the quote "Built not bought" because there's a lot of truth to that statement
1. lol stop 2. I mean ok, seems kinda nitpicky though 3. what. 4. agree 5. you wanted something unique? why did you buy the latest gen of one of the most popular japanese sports sedans of all time then?
I am just trying to be honest about the things that get on my nerves lol. These cars are great, and for the most part win in my books, I am just picking out the little things that I wish were different.
had it in for a couple months, and will be putting it in my current WRX. It was a solid unit, but I have no info for how it holds up for a long long time.
I love what you did to the car. I have a white 2020 WRX premium w/ performance package. I won't put the front end skirt because its too low and with the winter season in NJ.
Why even buy the car if you're going to complain about all the things you had to do to change the look of it. No one was forcing you to make all those visual mods, every single visual mod was your choice and decision. These cars are amazing bc of all the mods that are available for everyone to make it their own.
0-60 in 6 seconds isn't slow, drive any other $25k car and find out, have you considered the ride height comes from a background of rally racing as well as lots of subaru owners live in places where a squated car is the last thing you want to have. "not aggressive in the front" it is as agressive as it needs to be wouldn't want it to become a rice burner, your mods didnt make it more agressive they certainly made it more sleek though. speakers... fair enough but instead of buying a loud exhuast why not upgrade your speakers?
Expects 25k car to be an actual sports car lol. I got mine for some nice low end boost and awd. TH-cam car guys come off so arrogant when regular people drive cars that are far more "slow"
yo man im picking up a 2020 sti tomorrow im so pumped. I was 99% sure I was getting a wrx but I went overboard haha. My 1st upgrade will definitely be the speaker system , Im a car-mod noob so I might need advice. Quick question, why does everyone swap out the muffler immediately, is the stock muffler really that bad, I don't mind that its quiet to be honest.
Congrats!! I am very jealous! AS for the muffler delete, yes, the stock exhaust is ridiculously quiet. As for sound system, its on my list of things to do. I will keep you posted on my plans.
Ya I got the kickers. I regret. They produce an obvious sound on certain pitches. I heard the stock are better. Should’ve put that money towards the sub woofer. Also, didn’t want the limited due to the moonroof. But missed on Harmon kardon’s. The sti even needs to use the key of the fob to lock and unlock door as it runs! Plus not remote start 😭 but I can unlock/lock the doors
The wrx community is the worst. You’re right every wrx /sti is just riced out and I cringe every time I see one. Perrin and Cobb stickers all over the place, engine bays that look like candy stores and sti wings on wrx’s... so pathetic
Its funny that people seem to think there is a list of rules for modifying your car. If you pay for your car I think you should modify it as an extension of yourself and not have to conform to a list of picky people who judge others modifications based on their own taste. That what is beautiful about cars. You can do whatever you want to it. I bet you don't even have a wrx or sti do you costas? Just sitting here cruising the comment section looking to shit on someone who has different taste than you do. Talk about pathetic.
@@costas1799 Nice. I agree with everything you said sir. I may get a WRX and tastefully mod it (engine and suspension and lip). I had a 2015 STI and I ended up selling it to start a business but I may end up just getting the WRX soon. A few simple mods go a long way. No way I'm putting a wing on my WRX. It's not an STI, why pretend? ;)
I traded in my 15 focus st for a 20 wrx premium and well living in new England the awd is great but yeah the cost for power , the audio and the rarity definitely things i miss about the ST
I agree with your 5. I have 2 more that really bother me. 6)The lousy cheap paint that gets knocked off on highway rides. 7) The interior rattling noises. I'm in a 2019 premium with 10k miles, and the rattling just started. There's nothing premium about these cars.
Hey quick question i know yiu made a vid on this but still Do a BOV (GFB) Void my California Emissions Warranty? My cats clogged and im still under warranty
I am really not sure. Especially with some of the new rules out there. I would check out TomVangTV's channel and ask him. He is a CA local. Sorry I can't be more help!
Genesis coupe... Haha. There's a reason no one buys that shit. Sports car? It's a 4 door sedan at the end of the day. I would barely call an Sti a sports car.
yikes... GC's are actually incredible cars if you stack them against there competition. Same goes with a WRX or STI. sounds like your definition of a sports car can only be bought with big money lol
I hope you keep your subie for awhile. It's one of the reasons why I started following you. Either way, you're fun to watch. Would love to see you get an R8 or go American and get a Raptor. Keep up the great work!
An R8 is probably out of my price range, and if I were to spend that money a GTR is up on the list. I will probably have the WRX at least until the spring. If not longer. Maybe I will just add another car.
Why did you get another wrx when all I hear is negative things??? Should've moved on already...... sooo negative... wrx is a great value for what you get.. where you take it from stock is totally up to you! It's only money😁
I still am a believer in Subaru's as a whole. I think that people are hyper aware of their recalls because they get so few. Well at least relative to the other cars I have owned in my life.
I just sold my Genesis coupe and bought a 2015 wrx premium and two things I will say is yes I miss the fact that literally no one had a genny where I live (north east) the speakers in it slapped. So going from the infinity system in the Genesis to the wrx is like ear rape it’s so bad like words can’t describe how awful it sounds lol, first mod I’ve done to the wrx is the Cobb accessport to fix the awful stock throttle response, but next will be the kicker speaker upgrade kit because I literally cannot listen to music in the car lol Ive contemplated putting in a Bose Bluetooth speaker that I have because THAT has more bass in it and clarity than the speakers in the subie lol totally feel you on everything mentioned just needed something all wheel drive for the winters up here. Gonna miss the genny gang
A fast car for cheap, definitely not a Subaru, they require so much more money to get a decent bit of pull, they are by far one of the worst cars you can get in terms of cheap horses.
The wheel space is PERFECT. any less space and you have to drive even less slow on bumps on the road
Road and wind noise on the highway is the worse
#5... i dont see WRX or STI on the road compared to many other models. I *do see alot of Subaru CROSSTEK & FORESTERS though
-Southern California
I own a 2016 sti and the only two gripes I have are the rattling and the low quality paint job. Neither are a deal breaker.
Yeah nothing I go over in this video is a deal breaker, just a bummer. The paint is unreal...
#2 is a weird complaint. These are rally based cars so obviously they are going be higher than a typical sports car
Yeah, almost every AWD has a higher than usual ground clearance, and for me when driving throw deep snow or a slightly flooded street, I would much prefer it then being slammed to the ground with lower ride height.
Lou's WRX yep that’s where the wrx shines. I mean I get wanting to lower the wrx to make it look better but it doesn’t make sense to complain about it because you know what you’re getting into. It’s kinda like buying a brz but complaining about the unusable back seats
To respond to all three comments here: I agree that a higher ride height is advantageous when dealing with deep snow or deeper water on the road, but for the most part, people aren't dealing with those scenarios. I suppose I didn't address the issue in the right way, the fender should have a lower exposure height. The well itself can be as deep as needed to deal with weather conditions, but they could have made the fender drop a little closer to the wheel. One of the beautiful things about these cars is they can be modified and still be equipped to take on the harsh weather scenarios.
Auto Enthusiast you make a good point about most people not dealing with snow. I, for one, live in California and honestly the wrx height doesn’t help me much either. My point is that this car will lose its heritage if it came low stock. You’re right about the beauty of the aftermarket parts for this car but I just don’t think it should be a surprise you have to pay to lower this car
I have the 2018 Limited WRX, but I bought mine because I live in the mountains on dirt roads with crappy weather! I wanted the WRX because it was sporty, AWD car, that's lightly modifiable, but amazing in any condition; and there aren't many CARS that can do that like Subaru!
I am however thinking about picking up another (cheaper), more modifiable car for the summer!
Really love your channel recently, can't wait to see what you have planned next!
Thanks for the support. I bought a WRX for the same reason. I was thinking about buying a cheap Genesis Coupe and modifying it. Or rebuilding a RX-7. Not sure yet.
Agree on #5 but visual mods start to separate one from another and performance mods takes it to another level.
Right, but after a while it becomes $1000's on visuals. What do you think I should do next?
@@AutoEnthusiast low life
I own a 2004 Neon SRT-4, Its a shame I'm already hated for owning that kind of car because the car is actually a very strong running car from stock and is very fun. I dont diss any build on any car because if someone put their time and passion into their car that shows a lot. I love the quote "Built not bought" because there's a lot of truth to that statement
Just bought a my 1st wrx 2016 just yesterday it came with sti rims, I love it
Nice!
1. lol stop
2. I mean ok, seems kinda nitpicky though
3. what.
4. agree
5. you wanted something unique? why did you buy the latest gen of one of the most popular japanese sports sedans of all time then?
u mad bro
The stereo is poop, and still but after a bpv and intake I have no need for music anymore lol.
i think you are being a little too critical. :D
I am just trying to be honest about the things that get on my nerves lol. These cars are great, and for the most part win in my books, I am just picking out the little things that I wish were different.
@@AutoEnthusiast I understand. The head unit is one of my dislikes.
@@roflsyndrome I really liked the Seicane unit I had in my other WRX. The company itself is eh, but the head unit is great.
@@AutoEnthusiast how long did you have it? did it hold up over time?
had it in for a couple months, and will be putting it in my current WRX. It was a solid unit, but I have no info for how it holds up for a long long time.
I love what you did to the car. I have a white 2020 WRX premium w/ performance package. I won't put the front end skirt because its too low and with the winter season in NJ.
Why even buy the car if you're going to complain about all the things you had to do to change the look of it. No one was forcing you to make all those visual mods, every single visual mod was your choice and decision. These cars are amazing bc of all the mods that are available for everyone to make it their own.
I think you missed the point...
Your right about the speakers,
Yeah I am really tempted to swap them out
0-60 in 6 seconds isn't slow, drive any other $25k car and find out, have you considered the ride height comes from a background of rally racing as well as lots of subaru owners live in places where a squated car is the last thing you want to have. "not aggressive in the front" it is as agressive as it needs to be wouldn't want it to become a rice burner, your mods didnt make it more agressive they certainly made it more sleek though. speakers... fair enough but instead of buying a loud exhuast why not upgrade your speakers?
World rally experimental, not a bagged street turd
Every time I find one of your videos I couldn’t disagree with you more.
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Expects 25k car to be an actual sports car lol. I got mine for some nice low end boost and awd. TH-cam car guys come off so arrogant when regular people drive cars that are far more "slow"
yo man im picking up a 2020 sti tomorrow im so pumped. I was 99% sure I was getting a wrx but I went overboard haha. My 1st upgrade will definitely be the speaker system , Im a car-mod noob so I might need advice.
Quick question, why does everyone swap out the muffler immediately, is the stock muffler really that bad, I don't mind that its quiet to be honest.
Congrats!! I am very jealous! AS for the muffler delete, yes, the stock exhaust is ridiculously quiet. As for sound system, its on my list of things to do. I will keep you posted on my plans.
For STI's they put a cat back exhaust right away because of the famous boxer rumble!
Ya I got the kickers. I regret. They produce an obvious sound on certain pitches. I heard the stock are better. Should’ve put that money towards the sub woofer.
Also, didn’t want the limited due to the moonroof. But missed on Harmon kardon’s. The sti even needs to use the key of the fob to lock and unlock door as it runs! Plus not remote start 😭 but I can unlock/lock the doors
Damn,You want an STI for a price of a WRX
yes i do lol
The wrx community is the worst. You’re right every wrx /sti is just riced out and I cringe every time I see one. Perrin and Cobb stickers all over the place, engine bays that look like candy stores and sti wings on wrx’s... so pathetic
Too true
Its funny that people seem to think there is a list of rules for modifying your car. If you pay for your car I think you should modify it as an extension of yourself and not have to conform to a list of picky people who judge others modifications based on their own taste. That what is beautiful about cars. You can do whatever you want to it. I bet you don't even have a wrx or sti do you costas? Just sitting here cruising the comment section looking to shit on someone who has different taste than you do. Talk about pathetic.
@@papapear4954 I own a 2004 wrx and a 2017 sti.....youre right they do modify them as an extension of themselves.
@@costas1799 Nice. I agree with everything you said sir. I may get a WRX and tastefully mod it (engine and suspension and lip). I had a 2015 STI and I ended up selling it to start a business but I may end up just getting the WRX soon. A few simple mods go a long way. No way I'm putting a wing on my WRX. It's not an STI, why pretend? ;)
Slow in stock form?? Lol (not)
Subaru WRX
Good luck!
Make a video on how to fix the common rattles, would be much appreciated lol😬
Not sure a lot of them can be fixed. But I will look into it!
I traded in my 15 focus st for a 20 wrx premium and well living in new England the awd is great but yeah the cost for power , the audio and the rarity definitely things i miss about the ST
Shoooooot come live in Houston lol I have same model n yr n I barely see some on the road.
Nice! It is way too hot down there!
What wheels are those ?
What is your whp for the stage 2 ?
I agree with your 5. I have 2 more that really bother me. 6)The lousy cheap paint that gets knocked off on highway rides. 7) The interior rattling noises. I'm in a 2019 premium with 10k miles, and the rattling just started. There's nothing premium about these cars.
lol I have the best fix for rattling noises... a LOUD exhaust😂
The paint though is a bummer, and very true. I can't stand how thin it is.
Its what makes a subaru a subaru lol
did you leave your front lip unpainted?
Ended up sanding it down and spray painting it!
Not very common here in Houston
Second comment about houston! Lol too hot down there for me
Shaddup... it's a WRX... there IS nothing to NOT like. Just.....stop.
Hey quick question i know yiu made a vid on this but still Do a BOV (GFB) Void my California Emissions Warranty? My cats clogged and im still under warranty
I am really not sure. Especially with some of the new rules out there. I would check out TomVangTV's channel and ask him. He is a CA local. Sorry I can't be more help!
Solid video , keep building and growing hope we can support each other channel 🥂
What are the wheel specs? Thanks
Number 1 for me is how bad it drives with the AC on.
Genesis coupe... Haha. There's a reason no one buys that shit. Sports car? It's a 4 door sedan at the end of the day. I would barely call an Sti a sports car.
yikes... GC's are actually incredible cars if you stack them against there competition. Same goes with a WRX or STI. sounds like your definition of a sports car can only be bought with big money lol
I can only hear out of one ear on My headphones with this video not sure why
#5 as well. I feel like the oomph is going away. Being diluted by the influx of new owners who don’t know much about the culture
Facts... I still have fun with the car. But so many noobs out there.
Haha if you complain about the cost to make it faster should’ve picked a faster car for the price lol
I hope you keep your subie for awhile. It's one of the reasons why I started following you. Either way, you're fun to watch. Would love to see you get an R8 or go American and get a Raptor. Keep up the great work!
An R8 is probably out of my price range, and if I were to spend that money a GTR is up on the list. I will probably have the WRX at least until the spring. If not longer. Maybe I will just add another car.
Why did you get another wrx when all I hear is negative things??? Should've moved on already...... sooo negative... wrx is a great value for what you get.. where you take it from stock is totally up to you! It's only money😁
I am outlining the very few negatives with this car, the rest are all positives!
wrx gang
Maybe subaru is listening , but I doubt it. Subaru had more problems more recalls more class actin suits. No mas no go subaru for me
I still am a believer in Subaru's as a whole. I think that people are hyper aware of their recalls because they get so few. Well at least relative to the other cars I have owned in my life.
#1 !! It's not an STI,!!! # 2. It's not an STI!!
I just sold my Genesis coupe and bought a 2015 wrx premium and two things I will say is yes I miss the fact that literally no one had a genny where I live (north east) the speakers in it slapped. So going from the infinity system in the Genesis to the wrx is like ear rape it’s so bad like words can’t describe how awful it sounds lol, first mod I’ve done to the wrx is the Cobb accessport to fix the awful stock throttle response, but next will be the kicker speaker upgrade kit because I literally cannot listen to music in the car lol Ive contemplated putting in a Bose Bluetooth speaker that I have because THAT has more bass in it and clarity than the speakers in the subie lol totally feel you on everything mentioned just needed something all wheel drive for the winters up here. Gonna miss the genny gang
yeah I might go back to a Genesis Coupe for my daily. I miss it
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Pff
A fast car for cheap, definitely not a Subaru, they require so much more money to get a decent bit of pull, they are by far one of the worst cars you can get in terms of cheap horses.
Name a better ?