I have owned about 10 Subarus. If you are considering a used one, be sure to do at least 2 things when looking at one. 1. take the oil dip stick out, and smell the oil. If you get any whiff of coolant, walk away. 2. Test drive the car till it gets up to temperature, then drive it a little longer to see if the coolant temperature gets higher than normal range - if it does walk away. You should also look under the car to see if it's leaking oil for older Subarus. Other than those issues Subarus are good cars.
These new FA engines don't have the head gasket issues the previous EJ engines had so most of this advice while not being bad is also not specific to the FA engine in this car. It's something to check for in ANY used car.
@@remissiveslave You would be the exception then. For every one that fails there's hundreds more running 100whp above stock, being beat on with a lot more miles on them than that.
Pretty much yes, but this one looks well kept with only the STI OEM exhaust and aftermarket shifter. You still should always have a good mechanic check it out. This One is nice, and the price reasonable. I would just want it in midnight blue.
True. I'd say it's not bad to buy a modified one if you're planning on modifying it anyway and it's tastefully done also I'd expect things to be wrong and if you know how to work on cars it wouldn't be so bad imo
I’d be nervous buying an even lightly modded WRX. So many kids rice these things out, and who knows what kind of beating the engine, clutch, and brakes have taken? This one looks nice, but I’d still be leery.
It’s a gamble to go used. I got my 17 WRX certified pre owned. A couple months later the clutch poops out on me and had axles seals leaking. It looked fine from the factory and I attributed the stiff clutch to just being a sports car. It wasn’t until I test drove a wrx a few months down the line that I found the clutch was shot. This one he is reviewing has some induction noises which are much louder than stock which leads me to think it has some type of after market air intake/bpv/air filter. Was probably modded and then returned to stock to sell 🤷♂️
My brother had a '14 WRX with a 6 spd manual. I still think they look like bloated Corollas with a hood scoop. But after driving it, I was really amazed at how fun and raw it felt! I definitely get the strong following.
A couple of other selling points for this car. The Subaru community is awesome and there are many groups you can join and events around almost any major city. Also, these cars are like legos and you can build them to your specs. The aftermarket support is among the best in the business.
Yes that is true ever since I've joined subie community I have met nothing but great people awesome people made a friend who's helping me actually use an accesport 😅 I knew nothing about that
In what world is 42k miles a lot? It should still be basically the same as new. I keep all my cars well past 100k miles and still looks for the most part the same as when I bought them.
Have thought about getting one of these. One thing I really like about it is how much room is in it. Sat in one at a CarMax a couple of weeks ago and it felt like I was in a bigger car than I was. Very impressive
I got a used 2017 with 70,000 miles. Must’ve been very well taken care of because it runs like a dream, doesn’t have any problems, bone stock, and looks brand new.
I had a 17 WRX and I loved it and miss it to this day. I Had some light mods that really brought it to life. I just feel like some owners cut corners on modding, which would make me hesitant to buy a used one.
If it's certified and has service records, I say it's more than likely okay. I bought my 2017 CPO WRX with 33,000 miles, it had all the service records. After almost six months, no issues whatsoever. I daily mine.
I made a really good connection with my local subaru dealership sales department, and had them keep me up to date with cars coming off a lease. Finally got a wrx 2017 with 36,000km. ZERO PROBLEMS aside from some scratches and pebble dents. Definitely advise keeping up to day with your local dealerships.
I bought a 2017 wrx limited Pure Red with 24k miles for 24k. All stock. Loving the performance and handling so its plenty fast for me. Perfect for MidWest All season weather. And it was your videos that led me to purchasing a wrx. Thanks for the great review!!!!
Thanks Joe for all your reviews. Couple months ago I got a great deal on a 2020 wrx with only 7k miles and still has factory warranty. Took me a bit to get used to the clutch but great car overall. Loving this as a daily after parting my ‘07 speed3 after 185k miles.
@@allenstevenson5986 Had it for 5/6 yrs in total. Build quality was generally very poor. Had dozens of mid level faults. It was a total blessing I took out extended warranty. The final straw was the alarm / immobiliser fault. Couldn’t start the car one day, had to be towed to the dealership and they had to strip out the whole alarm system and replace, took 2wks to get the car back, due to ordering parts and the lazy attitude of the dealership here in Oz. Sold it straight after. 100% would not buy a Subaru again 👍
At the end of the day, ALL used cars will need repairs. The biggest thing with a turbo-charged car is who owned it and how it was maintained. I'd personally never buy a WRX or STi used from a dealer. I've looked at 10+ WRX or STi's at dealers and they either needed a ton of work or were way over priced like "The Drake" pointed out. There are plenty of private sellers with good reputations deep in Facebook or Subaru forums. Just takes time and patience.
Whether You buy a new one or a used one, they are great car. I took a risk years ago and got me a 2015 with 14000miles, and when I hit the 87k miles change the clutch, they say first time seeing a clutch service at that many miles. All You got to do is take care of them. This cars are fun to drive, and also they break necks😏. And thats a reality! But when buying a used one be careful, not everyone have the same luck I had, at that time.
I bought a used 2016 WRX Premium with 23k miles. I am at 45k right now and the only issue I encountered was the notorious throw out bearing noise. Subaru quoted me for 14 hours of labor plus parts... Went to a performance shop and did it for a 3rd of the price. Other than that it has been amazing to me thus far. These WRX's with the FA20's are STUPID reliable, the ones you hear most about have been tinkered with. Check for proper maintenance, service history, if all is clean and you want to keep it stock for a while, go buy that used WRX right now!!
I bought a 2015 one about 3 months ago. The salesman told me that after driving it, every time I get out of it, I will have a smile on my face. He was right. I Love driving it. And it's a very sexy car.🎉
Cole Webb-Rivera I would look for an off lease WRX. Especially dealer serviced only. I would take a chance on the Subaru CVT as they make it in house over the Nissan CVT, even though I work with a guy who is on his third Nissan vehicle with the CVT and he has never had an issue. For me, I wouldn’t take the chance.
@@yowadup1000 I believe only a small percentage of WRXs are probably CVTs. Reliability, durability snd longevity would probably depend on how you drive, and if you modded the enginewith high boost/compression, etc. Maybe not bad if you don't thrash and abuse it, but a 6 speed would be preferable, even for me, that would rather have an automatic.
This guy loves this car, I've been watching countless wrx videos over the last 3 days. This one was great a simplified version of the most attractive features of the WRX , some of it's interior downfalls , and even showing the driving experiences from a true enthusiast ( and owner). Slipping in some critical engine bites drivers should know.
I’m actually in the market for a wrx for the first time ever , been a truck guy all my life but drove my in laws wrx and loved it , little nervous buying used
Love your content, Joe! Would enjoy seeing some more detailed reviews on what wear and tear to look for in a used performance car like the WRX so you don't get scammed.
I like this guy dudes energy 👏 is on point love how you take us for a spin drive feels im actually there. Stay blessed man great video and very helpful 🙏🏽 👍
Yes, it's a bad idea unless you personally know the owner or have the car referred by a reliable source. These cars get beat on and frequently the owners skip expensive maintenance. Same with any BMW "M" (especially M3's), GTI's...and probably Honda Civic R's.
If you want the real experience you have to buy a used one any Subaru made after 2007 is not a Subaru you have to see them in person to really understand and you need to find an old one owned by a good owner that knows what these things are
The thing I worry about with these used turbo cars is how reliable it’s gonna stay down the line. Most of the time you never know how the previous owner treated it and I just worry about ware and tear on the turbo
drive these all the time at the dealership I work at. they're great cars now that the head gasket issue has been resolved. the only complaints I have with them is that the shifter feel is horrendous (compared to the sti) and they tend to surge more than any other turbo engine I've ever driven
Bruh!!!! I've been seeing so many of these driving around. Can't go too wrong with standard AWD, manual Subaru. Thanks for the review Joe!!! #RaitisRides #OnThrottle #ToTheDoorPanel #TwinkiesGoWhere #CrownVic #OnThrottleAgain #Zonkmeister #SubieGang
Whoever installed the short throw shifter man; that was the longest thing I've ever done on the wrx. Compared to the STI, the short throw shifter change was a breeze, the WRX' was made to give you headaches to swap out
Update: I bought a used 2016 WRX with 24k miles in 2017. I still have it. 132k miles now and all stock. Only issue I had was rebuilding the AC, everything else is standard maintenance. Im also a conservative driver. Being my first subie, I have to say it’s been solid
@@AJMILLER91 I hear you about that, and certain cars like this I would get the 6 speed even if I prefer an automatic. The most reliable CVTs are probably the ones in the new Corolla SE/XSE and Civic Sport models, but the performance models like the Si and Type R have only 6 Speeds, which are also available in those Corollas and Civics now.
Sinatra XCI well with a car like this why would you even consider the automatic. Those who do probably don’t care if it’s cut or 8 speed. But truly a car like this,you go for the manual.
I’m a confirmed broke boy and I’m sick of dealing with old used cars breaking down on me. I’m in the process of getting a car loan to hopefully buy a sti as a family car. I’ve always been a fan of the Subaru wrx and my kids would enjoy this vehicle. My wife not so much
To me the answer is a clear no. A used WRX on autotrader in my area goes for 22 to 24 thousand. A new WRX is listed at 27,695 dollars. 90% of WRX drivers have a heavy foot. If you can't afford the extra 5-6 you should not be driving this car.
These earlier models have a better looking front end than the current models. The earlier models have a colored matched bumper where as the current models just have a black grill opening by the bumper
I'm an artist and I made my own 4 characters which is me, my two Guards called Hellcats, and my pet female cat Gnocchi like on my profile. And you were reviewing my dream superhero car called the Catmobile which is related to a dodge charger but even better. And my Guards were watching your surroundings while filming. It was pretty cool though.
Cars to avoid used: GTI, WRX, Golf R, S3, Focus RS, Focus ST, Civic Si, Civic R, Evo. Any car that is quick, relatively cheap, and easy to tune draws the attention of those who tend to beat the heck out of a car and tune them to the point where one doesn't know how reliable it will be. The exception is if you know who owned it and how they treated it. If you can't afford a new one, you probably can't afford the upkeep of a used one. I wouldn't touch a used one but think they would be nice to own new.
Raiti is doing God's work. Everyone beats the shit out of these cars and then puts the car back to stock before selling. My buddy bought a 2016 with 18k miles and the engine fell apart shortly after lol.
Good vid BUT I think cautioning people who don't know that a modded one can be trouble (if not done right or with good parts) would of been a good idea
Joe, this is nice, with a good price for used, and seems to be in good condition with just the right additions. Many good points with all the comments. If I got an WRX, I would not mind one fixed up just like this, but in midnight blue. With some of the Subarus without the premium stereo, the Rockford Fosgate processor, amp and speaker upgrade is an available OEM accessory. I would get this on the 6 Speed over the CVT, which it harder to find, the opposite for the Corolla and Civic. I would not thrash and abuse it, so the longevity, reliability should not be such a problem, like an STi with many drivers, especially if the boost and compression is molded. Subaru has among the best AWD systems, aside from and durability problems the other negative factor is having replacing all four tires if one needs replacing. But those tires are still good to be used on non AWD cars if you can match them with tires of close tread wear. The WRX is great for people like me that don't need and want the extra performance and price of the Sti, but wants sporty, but subdued and low key. The STi OEM exhaust and shorter, short throw shifter is perfect. Bomba racing make some nice stuff for the Honda Civics, and other cars. I would also prefer the keyed ignition if available with the options I want, but on the Corolla, it only cones with pushbutton start with the options.
Coming from someone that bought a used 15 Subaru imma have to be brutally honest with you guys. Dont buy one if you dont have the money to buy another one. The quality over time is by far the worst thing I’ve ever had to deal with. Transmission and a/c being the main problem. Engine had been good to me because i do my maintenance, but im pretty sure if i had modded it i would have already had a new engine in. I would advise yall to get a Veloster N, type r or 5.0
part of the problem was getting the wrx to pass emissions and what they may have to be down the road. To be honest it was a tossup between the Subaru Impreza RS vs the 2000 Honda civic si
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I have been a tech for 23 years and 7 months ago I starting working at a Subaru dealer and I am amazed by how many blown and or leaking engine I see getting pulled resealed and or replaced. If its modified at all, walk away!
After market blow off valve instead of recirculating valve. Hope it's tuned for it but likely not. Previous owner probably had an Access Port hooked to it and unmarried it before trading it in.
I love it Joe. I can't get enough videos about my favorite car brand. I'm looking forward to you doing a video on a 2015 ForesterXT Touring. thanks Joe!
Love it, I rather have this rather than the sti because it’s much cheaper and it’s much quicker from 0-60 than the sti. If I purchase an WRX then I can turn my WRX into an sti by using my own aftermarket parts rather than the parts from the factory. The sti is the same WRX but tuned and modified from the factory rather than by the owner, so I can tune and modify my WRX to perform as an sti and easily beat the sti in my WRX and mustangs. The WRX stock exhaust sounds louder than the sti stock exhaust. If you’re an DIY enthusiast, then get the WRX and avoid the sti, So my money is definitely going for the WRX.
Yes, but more so the STi. A WRX owner may be an enthusiast that just likes to drive, but not like a maniac. This looks in excellent condition and minimal, mods. Factory performance exhaust and shifter, not engine, turbo boost and compression mods and such. But always have a good mechanic check it out.
@@johnsonjacob3525 Not saying it is a given that a used performance car has issues. Some are taken care of. Just saying if you buy one, be sure to do a good inspection. Especially for mods that haven't been done correctly.
As a subaru master tech, yes avoid, 9 times out of 10 the rear end is turned to mush cus "Launch" bro, however, there are FEW that are in decent price but its stupid expensive , if you want to buy a used one, PLEASE get the extended warranty
I'm considering a 5th Gen WRX after selling my '11 e90 M3. I'm also considering a mk6 or mk7 GTI or GLI, but I like the idea of AWD and Subaru reliability.
Before buying, check the Carfax. Did it have any accidents reported and service record. Was the 6 speed manual abused by the previous owner(s)? Is it leaking any fluids? I'm in the market but leaning towards a new WRX. Thank you Joe for the well done video.
In general buying a used Japanese or Korean car is never a bad idea. They're reliable, easy to fix and can get cheap parts for them from everyone. Unlike the europeans cars.
Did you see the video a while back of the almost mint, undriven one found in storage and dusted off? Had all the original papers, even the plastic inside before dealer prep. Like that almost new pristine 1987 Buick GNX in an auto dealership showroom in California that was featured on Jay Leno's Garage on TH-cam. Probably expensive, though. I had a 1984 Buick GN, and back them my friend and coworker had a nice white IROC-Z Camaro back then.
@@brokentradgedy Obviously not young boys that never knew what classic original performance cars modern cars evolved into. That POS was way better built and reliable back then than lots of the modern cars today.
What the hell did the previous owner do to the steering wheel? I had a 2016 WRX Limited Silver car, exactly like this except it was a CVT. I had it Stage 2 Cobb and it was quick AF. I traded it in for a 2019 Golf R. I miss my WRX from time to time..
@@RaitisRides LOL. Enjoy your Sunday and keep up the outstanding due diligence coupled with your pristine labor of love. Anticipating your person reviewing the Rivian R1S and R1T models. 👍
@@tomkaufman3914, my person is not a Subaru salesman. I prefer Toyota. But, I do agree with your aforementioned rhetoric regarding Subaru preventive maintenance.
I have owned about 10 Subarus. If you are considering a used one, be sure to do at least 2 things when looking at one. 1. take the oil dip stick out, and smell the oil. If you get any whiff of coolant, walk away. 2. Test drive the car till it gets up to temperature, then drive it a little longer to see if the coolant temperature gets higher than normal range - if it does walk away. You should also look under the car to see if it's leaking oil for older Subarus. Other than those issues Subarus are good cars.
Great advice Martin!
How have your Subarus held up in terms of repairs/reliability?
These new FA engines don't have the head gasket issues the previous EJ engines had so most of this advice while not being bad is also not specific to the FA engine in this car. It's something to check for in ANY used car.
@@jamesg8246 I took excellent care of my 2020 wrx and rarely drove aggressive with it and at 28k miles had to replace short block.
@@remissiveslave You would be the exception then. For every one that fails there's hundreds more running 100whp above stock, being beat on with a lot more miles on them than that.
problem with used WRX is the clean ones are almost as expensive as a new one, and the modded out and tuned ones should be avoided at all costs...
Pretty much yes, but this one looks well kept with only the
STI OEM exhaust and aftermarket shifter. You still should always have a good mechanic check it out. This
One is nice, and the price reasonable. I would just want it in midnight blue.
True. I'd say it's not bad to buy a modified one if you're planning on modifying it anyway and it's tastefully done also I'd expect things to be wrong and if you know how to work on cars it wouldn't be so bad imo
I’d be nervous buying an even lightly modded WRX. So many kids rice these things out, and who knows what kind of beating the engine, clutch, and brakes have taken? This one looks nice, but I’d still be leery.
avoid at all costs or the costs won't avoid you lol
It’s a gamble to go used. I got my 17 WRX certified pre owned. A couple months later the clutch poops out on me and had axles seals leaking. It looked fine from the factory and I attributed the stiff clutch to just being a sports car. It wasn’t until I test drove a wrx a few months down the line that I found the clutch was shot. This one he is reviewing has some induction noises which are much louder than stock which leads me to think it has some type of after market air intake/bpv/air filter. Was probably modded and then returned to stock to sell 🤷♂️
Drove a 2012 WRX a few weeks ago, and it does most certainly put a smile on your face. The pull, the growls, the BOV hiss. Great video as always.
My brother had a '14 WRX with a 6 spd manual. I still think they look like bloated Corollas with a hood scoop. But after driving it, I was really amazed at how fun and raw it felt! I definitely get the strong following.
toyota owns part of subaru im pretty sure the corolla/wrx of that gen were a similar style body paneling
bloated corollas 😭😭😭
A couple of other selling points for this car. The Subaru community is awesome and there are many groups you can join and events around almost any major city. Also, these cars are like legos and you can build them to your specs. The aftermarket support is among the best in the business.
You are so very right about that!
@@RaitisRides offer's still on the table to review mine if you're ever in the PNW area!
Yes that is true ever since I've joined subie community I have met nothing but great people awesome people made a friend who's helping me actually use an accesport 😅 I knew nothing about that
This is a nicely kept example of a WRX. It’s not even broken in yet. I bet it won’t last long on the lot. Thanks for sharing it Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
42,000 miles sounds a lot for a vehicle that is still in great condition, the previous owner must have taken care of this vehicle very well.
I suspect the same, even from just seeing the video. It looks well kept, and not hacked up.
42000 is nothing lol
Thats nothing
Older hatchback in 2013 sounds better than this
In what world is 42k miles a lot? It should still be basically the same as new. I keep all my cars well past 100k miles and still looks for the most part the same as when I bought them.
Have thought about getting one of these. One thing I really like about it is how much room is in it. Sat in one at a CarMax a couple of weeks ago and it felt like I was in a bigger car than I was. Very impressive
I am so glad that I could share this one with you!
I'm glad that you continue to feature used cars. I was never a WRX fan, but I'm glad to see you feature other options.
I am so glad that I can bring it to you!
"if you like to play golf, or just play with your balls you can put 20 of them in there"
Raiti (2020)
🤣🤣🤣
Was about to say this
great ball stuff when driving!
Man Joe , your manual transmission skills are smooth the camera doesn’t bounce another good detailed review
That really means a lot Dave! I appreciate you being part of the Raiti's Rides family!
I got a used 2017 with 70,000 miles. Must’ve been very well taken care of because it runs like a dream, doesn’t have any problems, bone stock, and looks brand new.
I had a 17 WRX and I loved it and miss it to this day. I Had some light mods that really brought it to life. I just feel like some owners cut corners on modding, which would make me hesitant to buy a used one.
Thanks for sharing that great input from your experience!
If it's certified and has service records, I say it's more than likely okay. I bought my 2017 CPO WRX with 33,000 miles, it had all the service records. After almost six months, no issues whatsoever. I daily mine.
I made a really good connection with my local subaru dealership sales department, and had them keep me up to date with cars coming off a lease. Finally got a wrx 2017 with 36,000km. ZERO PROBLEMS aside from some scratches and pebble dents. Definitely advise keeping up to day with your local dealerships.
Nicely done Syed!
Raiti's Rides thank you so much! And also thank you for the excellent content. Main reason I got a wrx. Sending love from Toronto!
@@Lifewithibby97 How's the car doing nowadays
@@EvolutionIX219 hey man its doing great! Obviously making sure i keep up with maintenance, but everything works great!
@@Lifewithibby97 that's great to hear. I just picked up the 2022 over the weekend. Just cross the 100 miles mark.
I bought a 2017 wrx limited Pure Red with 24k miles for 24k. All stock. Loving the performance and handling so its plenty fast for me. Perfect for MidWest All season weather. And it was your videos that led me to purchasing a wrx. Thanks for the great review!!!!
Thanks Joe for all your reviews. Couple months ago I got a great deal on a 2020 wrx with only 7k miles and still has factory warranty. Took me a bit to get used to the clutch but great car overall. Loving this as a daily after parting my ‘07 speed3 after 185k miles.
I have a 2015 WRX CVT in this colour, still looks good, drives well, and is overall a great family / sports car 👍
Do you still have it? How's the reliability now or till you got rid of it
@@allenstevenson5986 Had it for 5/6 yrs in total. Build quality was generally very poor. Had dozens of mid level faults. It was a total blessing I took out extended warranty. The final straw was the alarm / immobiliser fault. Couldn’t start the car one day, had to be towed to the dealership and they had to strip out the whole alarm system and replace, took 2wks to get the car back, due to ordering parts and the lazy attitude of the dealership here in Oz. Sold it straight after. 100% would not buy a Subaru again 👍
At the end of the day, ALL used cars will need repairs. The biggest thing with a turbo-charged car is who owned it and how it was maintained. I'd personally never buy a WRX or STi used from a dealer. I've looked at 10+ WRX or STi's at dealers and they either needed a ton of work or were way over priced like "The Drake" pointed out. There are plenty of private sellers with good reputations deep in Facebook or Subaru forums. Just takes time and patience.
I bought a 03’ WRX wagon, excellent condition, 140k miles, for $7000. I wouldn’t trade it for anything under 25k!
Lol thank you for this, I’ve been contemplating a used wrx all week 😳
Same
“Little cubbie for about 5 Twinkies... LONGWAYS” 😂
I wasn’t sure at first but now you’ve convinced me to buy a WRX.
Whether You buy a new one or a used one, they are great car. I took a risk years ago and got me a 2015 with 14000miles, and when I hit the 87k miles change the clutch, they say first time seeing a clutch service at that many miles. All You got to do is take care of them. This cars are fun to drive, and also they break necks😏. And thats a reality! But when buying a used one be careful, not everyone have the same luck I had, at that time.
I bought a used 2016 WRX Premium with 23k miles. I am at 45k right now and the only issue I encountered was the notorious throw out bearing noise. Subaru quoted me for 14 hours of labor plus parts... Went to a performance shop and did it for a 3rd of the price. Other than that it has been amazing to me thus far. These WRX's with the FA20's are STUPID reliable, the ones you hear most about have been tinkered with. Check for proper maintenance, service history, if all is clean and you want to keep it stock for a while, go buy that used WRX right now!!
how much did you pay?
@@Daniel-pc2ov I got them down to 20k flat
I bought a 2015 one about 3 months ago. The salesman told me that after driving it, every time I get out of it, I will have a smile on my face. He was right. I Love driving it. And it's a very sexy car.🎉
Wish the automatic version of the WRX wasn't a CVT and it would include a small wing/spoiler on the back.
Unless you're leasing, I'd avoid all CVT's like the plague
I wish the wrx never came in anything but Manual lol but that would be bad for sales I suppose
Cole Webb-Rivera I would look for an off lease WRX. Especially dealer serviced only. I would take a chance on the Subaru CVT as they make it in house over the Nissan CVT, even though I work with a guy who is on his third Nissan vehicle with the CVT and he has never had an issue. For me, I wouldn’t take the chance.
@@yowadup1000 I believe only a small percentage of WRXs are probably CVTs. Reliability, durability snd longevity would probably depend on how you drive, and if you modded the enginewith high boost/compression, etc. Maybe not bad if you don't thrash and abuse it, but a 6 speed would be preferable, even for me, that would rather have an automatic.
@@kevinW826 I am an ignorant car buyer, was looking at Forester but these WRX are sexy! What are the issues w a CVT vehicle? Thanks
I don’t really see myself regretting buying an Subaru I mean they look good
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one.
Raiti's Rides no problem 😉
@@yes8032 and are a maintenence nightmare piece of shit.
This guy loves this car, I've been watching countless wrx videos over the last 3 days. This one was great a simplified version of the most attractive features of the WRX , some of it's interior downfalls , and even showing the driving experiences from a true enthusiast ( and owner).
Slipping in some critical engine bites drivers should know.
That is so awesome of you to say Josh!
Just bought a 2018 Base model in silver. Only had 9800 miles on the odometer. Also got a bumper to bumper warranty just in case. Love this car!
I’m actually in the market for a wrx for the first time ever , been a truck guy all my life but drove my in laws wrx and loved it , little nervous buying used
Did you ever make the purchase?
Yes because the price dopes are asking for used models you are better buying one new. Nice work Joe !!
Love your content, Joe! Would enjoy seeing some more detailed reviews on what wear and tear to look for in a used performance car like the WRX so you don't get scammed.
I like this guy dudes energy 👏 is on point love how you take us for a spin drive feels im actually there. Stay blessed man great video and very helpful 🙏🏽 👍
Yes, it's a bad idea unless you personally know the owner or have the car referred by a reliable source. These cars get beat on and frequently the owners skip expensive maintenance. Same with any BMW "M" (especially M3's), GTI's...and probably Honda Civic R's.
If you want the real experience you have to buy a used one any Subaru made after 2007 is not a Subaru you have to see them in person to really understand and you need to find an old one owned by a good owner that knows what these things are
That is a very good point Bob!
The thing I worry about with these used turbo cars is how reliable it’s gonna stay down the line. Most of the time you never know how the previous owner treated it and I just worry about ware and tear on the turbo
Nice sporty car at a good price. Thanks Joe with your " ON TROTTLE " 👍
You are so very welcome!
Always enjoy watching your videos, especially when you somehow manage to post a video about exactly what I've been thinking for days now
drive these all the time at the dealership I work at. they're great cars now that the head gasket issue has been resolved. the only complaints I have with them is that the shifter feel is horrendous (compared to the sti) and they tend to surge more than any other turbo engine I've ever driven
Thanks for that great input Ryan!
What year is reliable with the gasket issue fixed?
I don't regret buying a 2018 wrx premium used with low miles and well maintained.Brand new price to high for my liking
Very good job Adam! Thanks for sharing that!
Bruh!!!! I've been seeing so many of these driving around. Can't go too wrong with standard AWD, manual Subaru. Thanks for the review Joe!!! #RaitisRides #OnThrottle #ToTheDoorPanel #TwinkiesGoWhere #CrownVic #OnThrottleAgain #Zonkmeister #SubieGang
You are so very right man. AWD grip and stick!
Whoever installed the short throw shifter man; that was the longest thing I've ever done on the wrx. Compared to the STI, the short throw shifter change was a breeze, the WRX' was made to give you headaches to swap out
Buy a 2018+. The 2015-2017 front end is quite ugly in comparison.
You can just upgrade the bumper and save a good amount of money if that's an issue.
@@mrch33sehed93 problem is, the 18+ bumper isn't cheap by any means lol
@@mrch33sehed93 the bumper is about 2k paint matched lol
@@GSekong not if you find a part out 😏👌
Update: I bought a used 2016 WRX with 24k miles in 2017. I still have it. 132k miles now and all stock. Only issue I had was rebuilding the AC, everything else is standard maintenance. Im also a conservative driver. Being my first subie, I have to say it’s been solid
As long as its got a good warranty i would send it on any wrx. You know this, I know this, and the type RA knows this.
Good call!
I have a 2019, sport tech... I love it!
This is my best winter car ever! Love snow days 😁 it's a really fun car to drive!
It's a hit or miss honestly especially with that bs CVT ,should've just been a 8 speed
Doesn’t have a CVT. Didn’t you watch the video? SMH
@@LS1007 I'm talking about the automatic transmission my dude that's why I said especially with that cvt the manual is a six speed I'm aware
@@AJMILLER91 I hear you about that, and certain cars like this I would get the 6 speed even if I prefer an automatic. The most reliable CVTs are probably the ones in the new Corolla SE/XSE and Civic Sport models, but the performance models like the Si and Type R have only 6 Speeds, which are also available in those Corollas and Civics now.
@@johnsonjacob3525 I totally agree with you like it's a performance car and those transmissions can't handle too much power but the SI is pretty nice
Sinatra XCI well with a car like this why would you even consider the automatic. Those who do probably don’t care if it’s cut or 8 speed. But truly a car like this,you go for the manual.
I just bought a used 2016 wrx premium, and did a bumper swap for a 2018 wrx. Looks great! 😁
Nicely done Rusty! Now nobody is the wiser1
how much was the bumper i just got a 2016 as well
I’m a confirmed broke boy and I’m sick of dealing with old used cars breaking down on me. I’m in the process of getting a car loan to hopefully buy a sti as a family car. I’ve always been a fan of the Subaru wrx and my kids would enjoy this vehicle. My wife not so much
To me the answer is a clear no. A used WRX on autotrader in my area goes for 22 to 24 thousand. A new WRX is listed at 27,695 dollars. 90% of WRX drivers have a heavy foot. If you can't afford the extra 5-6 you should not be driving this car.
I watch all of Raitis WRX videos even though ive had the 2018 for 2 years now. I guess i just enjoy his reviews lol
These earlier models have a better looking front end than the current models. The earlier models have a colored matched bumper where as the current models just have a black grill opening by the bumper
I'm an artist and I made my own 4 characters which is me, my two Guards called Hellcats, and my pet female cat Gnocchi like on my profile. And you were reviewing my dream superhero car called the Catmobile which is related to a dodge charger but even better. And my Guards were watching your surroundings while filming. It was pretty cool though.
Very cool man!
ive had my 2016 wrx for 3 years and love it
Golf balls joke was funny. Never get tired of these wrx reviews
Thanks for letting me share some laughs with you!
@@RaitisRides yeah! I'm buying one of these soon and its your reviews I watch the most :)
Cars to avoid used: GTI, WRX, Golf R, S3, Focus RS, Focus ST, Civic Si, Civic R, Evo. Any car that is quick, relatively cheap, and easy to tune draws the attention of those who tend to beat the heck out of a car and tune them to the point where one doesn't know how reliable it will be. The exception is if you know who owned it and how they treated it. If you can't afford a new one, you probably can't afford the upkeep of a used one.
I wouldn't touch a used one but think they would be nice to own new.
Thanks for sharing that great input and perspective Matthew.
Raiti is doing God's work. Everyone beats the shit out of these cars and then puts the car back to stock before selling. My buddy bought a 2016 with 18k miles and the engine fell apart shortly after lol.
like that orange 5.0 with the black stripe in the background
It really pops for sure!
Good vid BUT I think cautioning people who don't know that a modded one can be trouble (if not done right or with good parts) would of been a good idea
Very good point!
*watches while recently purchasing a used WRX in this trim, transmission and colour*
Answer is yes 👍🏻 as if boxers don’t burn enough oil they added a turbo for more
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one.
Joe, this is nice, with a good price for used, and seems to be in good condition with just the right additions. Many good points with all the comments. If I got an WRX, I would not mind one fixed up just like this, but in midnight blue. With some of the Subarus without the premium stereo, the Rockford Fosgate processor, amp and speaker upgrade is an available OEM accessory. I would get this on the 6 Speed over the CVT, which it harder to find, the opposite for the Corolla and Civic. I would not thrash and abuse it, so the longevity, reliability should not be such a problem, like an STi with many drivers, especially if the boost and compression is molded. Subaru has among the best AWD systems, aside from and durability problems the other negative factor is having replacing all four tires if one needs replacing. But those tires are still good to be used on non AWD cars if you can match them with tires of close tread wear.
The WRX is great for people like me that don't need and want the extra performance and price of the Sti, but wants sporty, but subdued and low key. The STi OEM exhaust and shorter, short throw shifter is perfect. Bomba racing make some nice stuff for the Honda Civics, and other cars. I would also prefer the keyed ignition if available with the options I want, but on the Corolla, it only cones with pushbutton start with the options.
Not crazy about the current WRX/STi body but it's still a Subaru so I have some love for it. Just prefer the GD chassis. Great job as always, Joe.
Coming from someone that bought a used 15 Subaru imma have to be brutally honest with you guys. Dont buy one if you dont have the money to buy another one. The quality over time is by far the worst thing I’ve ever had to deal with. Transmission and a/c being the main problem. Engine had been good to me because i do my maintenance, but im pretty sure if i had modded it i would have already had a new engine in. I would advise yall to get a Veloster N, type r or 5.0
I appreciate you sharing your perspective from your experience!
How's your Sunday Joe? Still not a fan of Subaru, but the manual gets me everytime!
It's good! I hope you are doing well! Row Row Row!
@@RaitisRides ;D
Hey Tom I am window shopping, why are you not a fan? Thanks!
@@sonjavass8014 Most of their vehicles use CVT transmissions aside from manuals which I'm not a fan of.
@@stellantistom6881 thanks Tom, guess I need to do more research!
part of the problem was getting the wrx to pass emissions and what they may have to be down the road. To be honest it was a tossup between the Subaru Impreza RS vs the 2000 Honda civic si
Wooow joe that’s a beast the color and the interior and those seats 💺 is awesome 👏 so much performance in that machine give it up to crown 👑 Vic Lori your team and you joe 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨🙏🙏🙏🙏✨✨🙏🙏🙏💺💺💺💺💺💺💺💺💺🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🤴🤴🤴🤴🤴🤴✊✊✊✊✊✊✊👑💪💪💪💪💪👏👏👏👏👏👌👌👌👊👊👊👊👊✅✅✅💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯
I am so glad that you are digging this one. Thank you for letting me take you for a spin!
nice used option, especially clean stock too, and not ruined!
I have been a tech for 23 years and 7 months ago I starting working at a Subaru dealer and I am amazed by how many blown and or leaking engine I see getting pulled resealed and or replaced. If its modified at all, walk away!
which ones and years have you seen the most
@@14samueld unfortunately, it doesn’t seem to matter.
Bought a 2011 did the timing belt and Its amazing and reliable had it for a little over a year
How many miles it had?
@@ocho552 89k when I got it 129k now
Picking mine up tomorrow, 13000 cad, 180km, only modification is a muffler delete and its in white, cant wait
Oh wow that is awesome Fred!
Was looking for a WRX as my next car but glad I went withy 2019 Civic Si...now I got a tune on it and eat WRXs for breakfast
si for the broke boys and the 🍚 ricer, just imagine if a wrx gets a tune
After market blow off valve instead of recirculating valve. Hope it's tuned for it but likely not. Previous owner probably had an Access Port hooked to it and unmarried it before trading it in.
Where is the part where he talks about if it bad to buy a used WRX? He just goes over features.
Raiti made me love WRXs
I am so glad that I can share my car passion with you!
I love your Content but the unnew car is a dandy. But this non-new Subaru is nice WRX and it's an unnew vehicle.
I love it Joe. I can't get enough videos about my favorite car brand. I'm looking forward to you doing a video on a 2015 ForesterXT Touring. thanks Joe!
Never been this early, got my snacks ready!
Thanks man!
Got the twinkies and jolly ranchers ready!
Love it, I rather have this rather than the sti because it’s much cheaper and it’s much quicker from 0-60 than the sti. If I purchase an WRX then I can turn my WRX into an sti by using my own aftermarket parts rather than the parts from the factory. The sti is the same WRX but tuned and modified from the factory rather than by the owner, so I can tune and modify my WRX to perform as an sti and easily beat the sti in my WRX and mustangs. The WRX stock exhaust sounds louder than the sti stock exhaust. If you’re an DIY enthusiast, then get the WRX and avoid the sti, So my money is definitely going for the WRX.
Do you still have it? Review if so
2016 model it looks brand new 👍👌
It's awesome you are reviewing a WRX surrounded by Mustangs. I like the WRX, but feel they haven't evolved as much as you would expect.
Looking like a real Baby Driver there Joe
My only gripe about the +15 WRX is the non-smooth turbo feel with the stock tune.
I totally agree with you!
I would do it😂 buy new a break it in yourself. Last thing u want is a used wrx a rich kid leased and beat the shit out of it for 23,000 miles
What if they beat it for 5k miles... like beat it real good for those miles
Wrx isn't rich kids car lmao
You have to be cautious about buying any used performance car. Buyers don't buy performance cars to drive them gently like a Sunday cruise.
Yes, but more so the STi. A WRX owner may be an enthusiast that just likes to drive, but not like a maniac. This looks in excellent condition and minimal, mods. Factory performance exhaust and shifter, not engine, turbo boost and compression mods and such. But always have a good mechanic check it out.
@@johnsonjacob3525 Not saying it is a given that a used performance car has issues. Some are taken care of. Just saying if you buy one, be sure to do a good inspection. Especially for mods that haven't been done correctly.
As a subaru master tech, yes avoid, 9 times out of 10 the rear end is turned to mush cus "Launch" bro, however, there are FEW that are in decent price but its stupid expensive , if you want to buy a used one, PLEASE get the extended warranty
Thanks for sharing that great input and perspective from your experience!
Love all the subaru videos!
I am so glad that I can share them with you!
I'm considering a 5th Gen WRX after selling my '11 e90 M3. I'm also considering a mk6 or mk7 GTI or GLI, but I like the idea of AWD and Subaru reliability.
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I bought a new 2019 ice silver wrx ln July of 2019. No regrets
Congrats Randy!
Before buying, check the Carfax. Did it have any accidents reported and service record. Was the 6 speed manual abused by the previous owner(s)? Is it leaking any fluids? I'm in the market but leaning towards a new WRX. Thank you Joe for the well done video.
Very well done Frank! Great info!
@@RaitisRides Hey thanks Joe! Keep up the awesome videos.
In general buying a used Japanese or Korean car is never a bad idea.
They're reliable, easy to fix and can get cheap parts for them from everyone. Unlike the europeans cars.
Do you not know much about the (yes I know this is a WRX) STI engine? It's not reliable at all.
Damn golf ball pun 😂
LMAO!
I loved how when the clutch was pointed out he pressed on the brake. Lmfao! Might have been in error, but it was funny.
Thanks joe! For the video
You are so very welcome!
They always help me out with learning about cars, And how they woke and stuff.
Do you think you’d ever be able to review a Z28 IROC? I’ve been looking into buying one but I’m not quite sure
I need to track one down.
Did you see the video a while back of the almost mint, undriven one found in storage and dusted off? Had all the original papers, even the plastic inside before dealer prep. Like that almost new pristine 1987 Buick GNX in an auto dealership showroom in California that was featured on Jay Leno's Garage on TH-cam. Probably expensive, though. I had a 1984 Buick GN, and back them my friend and coworker had a nice white IROC-Z Camaro back then.
Who would want to see that POS?😂😂😂
@@brokentradgedy Obviously not young boys that never knew what
classic original performance cars modern cars evolved into. That POS was way better built and reliable back then than lots of the modern cars today.
What the hell did the previous owner do to the steering wheel? I had a 2016 WRX Limited Silver car, exactly like this except it was a CVT. I had it Stage 2 Cobb and it was quick AF. I traded it in for a 2019 Golf R. I miss my WRX from time to time..
Why did you sell it?
@@MyCatIsSmarter I think the VW Golf R is a better car. But that doesn't mean I can't miss my WRX...
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I see what you did there!
@@RaitisRides LOL. Enjoy your Sunday and keep up the outstanding due diligence coupled with your pristine labor of love. Anticipating your person reviewing the Rivian R1S and R1T models. 👍
I got a wrx with little turbo lag,it's fast but will not run against a type r or new vette.
This guy is a subaru salesman,don't buy one unless you have the mula to overhaul the engine before 80k miles,you guessed it,seated ring problems.
@@tomkaufman3914, my person is not a Subaru salesman. I prefer Toyota. But, I do agree with your aforementioned rhetoric regarding Subaru preventive maintenance.
Joe said “Poor-sha”...correct sir! Can’t stand it when people say it wrong as “Poorsch”.
That exhaust sounds great.