@throtl ayyy. Just curious, who runs the channel, like commenting and stuff? Evan, Rickerman (lmao I had to), Mickey, Rickie, or someone completely different? Lol.
pdeuce2985 until you ricers get it, yes. Why sacrifice performance, efficiency and reliability to make your car sound like a lawn tractor? It just makes absolutely no sense..... fast Subaru’s don’t run UEL’s.... don’t be a ricer
Driveitsideways 1 Dude sit down somewhere. What you got 1000hp cars sitting in your garage? “uEl HeAdErs MaKe YoU a RiCeR”. Do you even know what a ricer is?
This is an incredible build and specs, thanks for the review. I have an 05 STI, only Stage 2 but have had it like that for 15 years (140k miles). Still on original clutch, turbo still boosts strong, and shifts like new.
Wasn’t always a fan of this generation but I absolutely am diggin how she looks! Sounds amazing too. Sucks you have to pour so much money into it to achieve a higher hp but such a well done car! Love the interior a ton too. Looks like you were on Skyline Drive in this review!
Recent purchaser, fist time owner of an 05 Subaru legacy gt. Everything about a subaru that i couldn't put into words to describe myself, you nailed it. Shifting, handling, overwhelming under the hood at first.. etc. And the excitement i get when i drive it.
I LOVE my 2018 STI. But like a broken record, I wish it would’ve evolved more. When the STI came out in ‘04 300 HP was a big number for the price. An ‘04 mustang GT had 260hp. However, the 2020 mustang GT has 460 hp, it’s had a 200 hp bump in 16 years. The STI went from 296 to 310 In the last 16 years. I really like my car and it super fun and engaging to drive through the twisties. Love the manual trans and hydraulic steering and awesome brakes. But the STI used to be fast, and it’s not fast anymore. I have high hopes for the 2021 though.
Different purpose car. Mustang is a big V8 muscle car, while the STI is for rally, time-attack through narrow, tight roads. I agree they should notch the HP up a little but not too much.
We're in 2023 and may as well say farewell yo subaru. They're going down the nwo path like everything else. Will end up getting the mustang mach e treatment.
I'm not crazy about Subaru but that is a real sick build. He did everything right and give the builder props! I wanna see the arrow package when its done.
I feel you 100% on the steering wheel buttons, makes me want to get an aftermarket steering wheel since I’m afraid to push a button and the thing turns to dust like a thanos snap
I'm sure you know, but we may be in luck with the STI finally getting a new engine! Well, it either has to or the STI is dead, since the EJ engine finally ended production. FA24 STI here we come!
I can’t wait to see what they do! I’m really hoping they hit close to 400 horsepower like the rumors are claiming. Rip EJ but I’m excited for the future of the WRX!
@@skippychompy916 There is someone out there already making 500 HP on an FA24 from the Ascent. Did over 50 dyno pulls with no issues on all stock internals. If the STI engine has upgraded internals over the Ascent, different cams, and a different turbo, it could absolutely make 350-400HP in stock trim. Hopefully reliably. We'll see!
@@ducksauce2746 I was saying if they don't switch to a new engine it would mean no STI. The EJ is officially out of production after basically 30 years.
I liked that he did a balanced out build not just go for huge HP in some fashion. The exhaust definitely sounds good on it too. Thanks for posting, good video as always.
My son in law had a 2015 STi that had been built with COBB parts. Even at idle it sounded like it was pissed off. I rode with him several times. I drove it once and if you pushed on the go pedal at all, you couldn't row the gears fast enough to stay off the rev limiter. The thing was dangerous, but a blast to drive.
Yes. The answer is yes. I built my subaru in my garage with my dad... STI swapped an 02 and made it the single most obnoxious turbo-laggy loudmouth it could be. I love that car and I can say that it was worth every second I spent on it. The STI is a wonderful platform and I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a cool japanese platform with a ton of support and an awesome community. Edit: My patterson car care foam cannon arrived and can confirm I am LOVING it.
If you have the knowhow, tools, and money, then sure, if you habr a company do it, forget about it. Will spend 10k min just to get a meh reliable 400 hp.
CrxKid nice! either way, the gvb and grb chassis were only produced for 4 model years so obviously they’re not very common cars, neither have anywhere near “high” production numbers. i wish i got to see more subaru’s in general besides vab chassis here in Canada
I had a plasma blue 2011 limited subaru STI. I like the rear fenders better than my 17 limited STI. My 2011 had a factory option that i thought was unusual, DVD player, i used it once for half an hour while sitting in the garage. On Monday i almost traded in for the series white sti but turns out that one comes in base trim. So i decided to keep it and make an appointment on this monday for a new COBB exhaust. Ive had 2.5 years of SPT drone so looking forward to great sound and quieter cabin.
Due to lifestyle changes i not longer have an STI parked in the garage, however i do miss those days and know exactly why you were smiling throughout this great review. Thank You All
6 years wow.. I'm proud to say I've done 3 I still have mine, in another 3 I wonder where I will be!! This makes me so happy to hear you talk about a build like this bro. Dreams comes true fam 😢😥🥰
I’ve owned a lot of different cars amg ctsv etc but my favorite one I’ve ever owned is my 2 stis made 450whp as well one was a 05 then got a 06 something about a Subaru. It just feels different then other cars I can’t explain it. Love then wish I never sold the 06 :(
@@alexortega714 not at all. That car was the most fun car I’ve ever owned. And I’ve owned lots of cars amg, ctsv 04 Sti 350whp etc. 500whp Sti is the sweet spot for power but drive ability.
Thanks bro I appreciate your honest answer,I'm in the process offunally getting my 05 sti back from a shop here in Houston , It will put down 500 (maybe a little more) to the wheels on e85 (fp black) looking foward to see how it drives !
Crazy thought: how hard would it be, to swap an STI engine and drivetrain into my first gen Outback... I'm seriously thinking about doing it. But this one seems better than the new S209 STI.
I actually have grown to enjoy subarus even with the problems you can have. Although I want to wait the next year or 2 and see what the next STI brings. I owned a 2015 wrx, bolt ons, on 93 and a pro tune. Holy shit it was fun, fast and reliable. The turbine and the awd is addicting. I love the new FA engine and want to see it in an sti so I think I'll be patient and wait. Plus I needed reliable practical transportation and something to carry tools so I got a truck. Sadly I dont have a fun car at the moment.
Great set-up. Nice to see someone who believes in functionality over performance. 👍 Take the 86/BRZ. It is not an underpowered car. It was designed with the power it has for a reason. Those who say it needs more power, are those who can’t push the car in stock form. Having more power doesn’t make you a better driver. Just like putting an optic on your rifle over iron sights doesn’t make you a better shooter.
Stephn Gibson too many people think you need some giant front mount on a stock turbo I don’t get it. Tbh I don’t think you NEED a front mount till it has a rotated turbo
@@imdabeast100 The ''need'' is not what it's about, it's about power and consistent power. You can get a extra 10-15 hp from a intercooler change, in any form, but, if you know these cars then you know where the turbo sits. Turbos make heat and bigger ones make more heat. Taking the intercooler from under the hood and putting it in the front will almost eliminate all heat soak. Your car will be able to keep making that HP as you drive instead of losing it to the heat. That being said, I prefer the top mount, and will probably just upgrade that instead of going front mount.
Finally a correct built STI. I think too many people go for big power in Subaru's vs building a well balanced car for carving back roads. Its a rally car and they are best when built for that style of driving IMO. 0-100-0 cars that can turn are just a blast to drive. Sure it wont win a roll race on a highway but not much beats the joy of winding a car out in the mountains in my book
@@Peteiredale8812 sorry for late response but yup that’s what happened, it’s currently being built again at baxleys speed shop in windham maine,you can follow build there,but new owner is shooting for 800whp dumping like $30k into it
@wheeliemaster415 lot of money for it to blow up again. These engines aren't designed for this power even modded. Sure can get a few passes and a few dozen k miles if you don't go nuts but not worth 30k
My favorite gen (post-facelift), next to the GC/GM platform. None of that "narrowbody" 07-11 stuff tho, they just look off to me.. I mean, is a WRX w/o flared/blister fenders even really a WRX? LOL!
I'd mod an STi. My buddy and I did wheel/tire, brake and front lower subframe brace to his 2014 WRX and he's in heaven. He bought the 2014 to replace his 2006 WRX Limited that was wrecked from behind.
WesternSTi Started with a WRX and swapped literally everything from A STi I mean everything including interior and subframes Dccd controller everything minus the engine. Because swapping a FA into a STi would be a lot harder a lot more wiring to be done. But yes WRX 😁
Mike Ceja I had a feeling that’s what you meant.... that’s actually really awesome! Do you have photos/build list somewhere? Mine(the STI in the video) is on Wheelwell.com
WesternSTi unfortunately no video 😔my friends told me the same thing that I should of recorded the whole swap however the process took me roughly 30hours of labor using 2 lifts to have the two cars side by side. But thanks
running a 450whp sti on a tmic? Wow. Interesting. When I had my 06 Hawkeye it had a built motor and and similar power leve. Of course I went fmic bc my tuner told me this whole thing of fmic having lag is a myth. I mean it will but with the right tune u almost wont feel it
I’ve seen STi’s go 50,000 miles at 400whp on stock internals. Is that crazy? Not necessarily but it goes to show it is possible if you actually take care of the car properly and don’t beat the shit out of it constantly
How often do you use that 400 though? I know a guy with a stage 1 iag block in a 2005 STI with a 3.5 dom turbo pushing 600WHP with e85 and to be honest hes at 67k on the current block BUT he barely uses that 600whp only when he feels like it, which is like 3 times a month. The rest of the time hes just cruising. He also does 100 miles a day too. I'm just curious because I have an 04 sti and I bought a stage 2 block from iag because I had planned at one point to push 450whp on 93 and wanted to be somewhat safe about it.
MrDjvas People chase hp numbers just for bragging rights really. You’re right, a lot of the time people rarely use their hp. Once you get to a certain level of fast, the only place you can use your car to its true potential is at a track. So unless you have a track nearby that you plan on visiting often and don’t want to risk trouble with law enforcement, funneling money into making your car faster is not really worth it.
The key is engine oil viscosity, heating up the motor properly and also constant oil changes. Ej25 is a bit like the bmw e9X m3 motor s65. Bearings need to be taken care of.
If you can only get 50 k with 400 who you've wasted ao much money. 20k bare min on any sti 06' and up plus easily 20k in mods unless you risk stock internals.
I’d like to make that drive from South Carolina to Georgia to let you drive my 15 Sti. I’m building it in stages but the difference imo is noticeable. Great review and clean Sti
I love it! The sti has always been my dream car! Love the vids man. Glad to see someone from Va be successful on TH-cam. Make us Va car guys proud lol 😂
hey there would you be interested in doing a review drive along with my 2001 mustang cobra new edge with the hellion turbocharger system and tons of mods installed... i would love to let you review my cobra if you would be interested!! it is a powerful 4 valve... let me know if you would be down id love to give you some seat time!! also i would absolutely love some of your rim cleaner!! that is what im missing in my life!! -P3T3R
You can tell when someone gives a Real shit when they focus on the important things of making a car fast, and not just "big numbers". Balancing the car correctly is FAR more important than just jamming a bunch of HP into it.
AWD is awesome, i own an xc70 where the awd system has failed but i don't think it's a major issue, but i do miss it and there is no mistake, the AWD does wounders in icy conditions
I think after having two...you're putting your money in the wrong place. Leave them stock and enjoy what they do. Mod them and they become ticking time bombs.
WhatIWant I’d say stock and service regularly. Everyone’s got a different version of lightly modified. Some people say a COBB OTS tune, TGV deletes, exhaust to help them breathe, etc. It’s a poor platform for modification.
Yohan lo that’s like getting upset if a 2jz or k series motor goes kaput before the 200k mark. More often than not they’re long lasting/reliable but every so often you get an outlier. Modified turbocharged Subarus are the opposite. If you spend enough time in the community, you’ll see guys who drop 25k+ into these builds and put them up for sale before they’re barely broken in. Why? Ticking time bombs.
There's ones out there running 400-430whp on the stock motor... but the cast pistons are a bit weak from factory, so if your tune is shit they don't hold up long. Boxer engines are sensitive to AFRs so a good tune and regular maintaince are a must if you want the stock components to last as long as possible. Most people suck with Subarus and don't know what they're doing when it comes to mods or tuning..
@@TTime685 right that's the thing, ej's are kinda like rotaries, you really have to take care of em and get a good tune to make them reliable, where as something like a 2jz, you can just slap on a big turbo on a stock motor and make 500+
Only got about half way through this video. When you talk about whether something is worth it or not, I think it's somewhat helpful to understand: 1. How much did it cost 2. Worth it COMPARED TO WHAT I don't really care about a review of someone else's car, especially when it's ben made up of a Frankenstein list of parts, where the parts list hasn't been disclosed in entirety. How could I build a project that way, without having a bill of materials? I saw a separate review of an STI, where the review covered the parts and costs. A car which cost around $25k to buy, ended up costing around $80k (as I said, with full parts list). In THAT review, it was easier to understand "is it really worth building", because you know what it cost, and what went into it. And no, I don't think the 80k car was worth building. I would love to understand this one, but as I said, I only got about halfway through before you lost me. The reason I'm leaving a lengthy post, is because I think you can do better, and the above are what appeals to ME, and I suspect maybe to other people amongst your 1m+ subscribers.
Subaru or evo? GO!
Subies all the way
Evo’s are a better platform with a budget
Can I cheat and say Mazda 6 MPS?
Evo, just for the ease of working on it.
I think Evo is the better overall car, but Subies provide such a better driving feel imo
Man this is one of the cleanest and well put together STI’s that I’ve ever seen.👌🏽
peeps of Subaru JP when wach this video goes like. "BANZAAAII"
Look at @sky08_g. His sti will change your mind. He probably has around 50k worth of parts in his sti, and goes to Sema like a regular car show
roberto ochoa I like cars that are driven and not just show cars. I’ll check him out tho.
It honestly looks like every other sti out there...
daisbest5.0 facts just faster lol
This is one of the most underrated models. The distinct wide body ,huge wing and huge scoop. One of a kind.
Nah the stinkeye sedans are ugly af.
@@final3119 luckily that’s just YOuR opinion lol.
@@Bang_n_slang a backside that rivals the VBs diaper in ugliness.
@@final3119 I have no idea what you’re talking about now lol lay off the drugs lol
@@Bang_n_slang im saying its dooker is a dookie lookin piece of poop
Yes.
throtl when can we see those sweet new headlights on the giveaway car? 😏
Christian Woods next video!
throtl ohhhhhhhh snappp! I’m excited! (I received insider pics, but can’t wait to see them in action!)
@throtl ayyy. Just curious, who runs the channel, like commenting and stuff? Evan, Rickerman (lmao I had to), Mickey, Rickie, or someone completely different? Lol.
@@kasper_429 This is Evan. :)
This is my favorite version of the Impreza STi. Sleek, rumbling with joy.
Andrew rumble is rice. EL headers>>>UEL headers
@@sleeper.simulant7327 this guy again? 🙄
pdeuce2985 until you ricers get it, yes. Why sacrifice performance, efficiency and reliability to make your car sound like a lawn tractor? It just makes absolutely no sense..... fast Subaru’s don’t run UEL’s.... don’t be a ricer
@@sleeper.simulant7327 UEL headers>>>arguing in the youtube comment section for fun. 😁
Driveitsideways 1 Dude sit down somewhere. What you got 1000hp cars sitting in your garage? “uEl HeAdErs MaKe YoU a RiCeR”. Do you even know what a ricer is?
I know Jeff, had my 16' STi serviced at the dealership he works at in Gwinnett county. Good dude. Even better car.
pdeuce2985 🙏🏻🙏🏻
@@BowmanOverland can you share the built list please im gonna copy you if you allow me for your honor 🙏🏻
@@BowmanOverland and if you have inistagram to follow?
Instagram: @Westernsti
@@BowmanOverland💥💥 awesome thank you so much
#respect
“You get the classic boxer noise that everyone loves” Except my neighbours lol
Nah they love it too
@@ihaka70377 they don't have a choice tbf :)
mine complained on stock exhaust lOL.
my neighbor threw a sledgehammer at my car when i had to leave for work late at night
This is an incredible build and specs, thanks for the review. I have an 05 STI, only Stage 2 but have had it like that for 15 years (140k miles). Still on original clutch, turbo still boosts strong, and shifts like new.
Wasn’t always a fan of this generation but I absolutely am diggin how she looks! Sounds amazing too. Sucks you have to pour so much money into it to achieve a higher hp but such a well done car! Love the interior a ton too. Looks like you were on Skyline Drive in this review!
Skyline is faster
Bob The I actually meant Skyline Drive like the State Park haha.
Bob The Found the 13 year old supra fanboy lmao
Dat racecar life when you have two gas cans in the back seat lmao
ImFlyLikRedBull First thing I think about before taking my car somewhere new! Lololol I hate the 93 oct hp drop, so I try to not to do it lol
LOL
Recent purchaser, fist time owner of an 05 Subaru legacy gt. Everything about a subaru that i couldn't put into words to describe myself, you nailed it. Shifting, handling, overwhelming under the hood at first.. etc. And the excitement i get when i drive it.
I know Jeff! He’s an awesome dude with an amazing car! He works at a Subaru and always get my wrx serviced good! Great Build!
I LOVE my 2018 STI. But like a broken record, I wish it would’ve evolved more. When the STI came out in ‘04 300 HP was a big number for the price. An ‘04 mustang GT had 260hp. However, the 2020 mustang GT has 460 hp, it’s had a 200 hp bump in 16 years. The STI went from 296 to 310 In the last 16 years. I really like my car and it super fun and engaging to drive through the twisties. Love the manual trans and hydraulic steering and awesome brakes. But the STI used to be fast, and it’s not fast anymore. I have high hopes for the 2021 though.
Different purpose car. Mustang is a big V8 muscle car, while the STI is for rally, time-attack through narrow, tight roads. I agree they should notch the HP up a little but not too much.
@@kzz8971 100% Agree
We're in 2023 and may as well say farewell yo subaru. They're going down the nwo path like everything else. Will end up getting the mustang mach e treatment.
Never thought I'd see another Subaru on the channel but I'm glad there is
im more glad
Favorite generation Subaru! I love the hatch personally but I can see the love for the sedan
By FAR the best looking 3rd gen sti I've seen. Absolutely perfect👌👌
Well time to go back to fixing my shit box. Thanks for the break David
Elantra Dude XD #relatable
language
@@BobThe9534 English
@@Whiskeyactual9531 omg, im talking bout stop cursing
@@BobThe9534 yes, I was aware of that, and I was being a smart gluteus maximus. (Better 😜)
I see Subaru, I click.
I'm not crazy about Subaru but that is a real sick build. He did everything right and give the builder props! I wanna see the arrow package when its done.
I swear the universe is telling me to get an STI. Too much synchronicity the last few days. Keep up the great work Mr. Blue.
I feel you 100% on the steering wheel buttons, makes me want to get an aftermarket steering wheel since I’m afraid to push a button and the thing turns to dust like a thanos snap
I'm sure you know, but we may be in luck with the STI finally getting a new engine! Well, it either has to or the STI is dead, since the EJ engine finally ended production. FA24 STI here we come!
I can’t wait to see what they do! I’m really hoping they hit close to 400 horsepower like the rumors are claiming. Rip EJ but I’m excited for the future of the WRX!
@@skippychompy916 There is someone out there already making 500 HP on an FA24 from the Ascent. Did over 50 dyno pulls with no issues on all stock internals. If the STI engine has upgraded internals over the Ascent, different cams, and a different turbo, it could absolutely make 350-400HP in stock trim. Hopefully reliably. We'll see!
fuck the ej >:( im excited for a new platform that wont blow gaskets and piston rings and burn valves so often
802 Garage how would the sti be dead? You can still get built blocks for them
@@ducksauce2746 I was saying if they don't switch to a new engine it would mean no STI. The EJ is officially out of production after basically 30 years.
I liked that he did a balanced out build not just go for huge HP in some fashion. The exhaust definitely sounds good on it too. Thanks for posting, good video as always.
My son in law had a 2015 STi that had been built with COBB parts. Even at idle it sounded like it was pissed off. I rode with him several times. I drove it once and if you pushed on the go pedal at all, you couldn't row the gears fast enough to stay off the rev limiter. The thing was dangerous, but a blast to drive.
holy crap, that’s literally my dream car! i love the 2013 wrx sti’s and that wr blue 😍🔥
Subie for life! Currently working on getting too 500whp! Can’t wait to experience the journey!
Doesn't matter what you build , it's always more satisfying when you've built it ! Love Subies and Evos !
One of the best looking STis of this generation I’ve ever seen. That wheel/suspension setup alone is to die for. It purpose built. Amazing example
Easily the cleanest STI I’ve ever seen. Holy shit that’s so nice.
Yes. The answer is yes. I built my subaru in my garage with my dad... STI swapped an 02 and made it the single most obnoxious turbo-laggy loudmouth it could be. I love that car and I can say that it was worth every second I spent on it. The STI is a wonderful platform and I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a cool japanese platform with a ton of support and an awesome community.
Edit: My patterson car care foam cannon arrived and can confirm I am LOVING it.
If you have the knowhow, tools, and money, then sure, if you habr a company do it, forget about it. Will spend 10k min just to get a meh reliable 400 hp.
For the aero stuff, just a little carbon lip onto the spoiler would work the best
2022 - still love this build and watch this :) STI is all about the driving experience and this is the perfect build.
That hatch STI’s are a lot more desirable and worth more. They also look better and are less common
💯
id say the hatches get a little more love, but personally i love the sedans. and i’d say they’re both rare, i literally only see 15+ where i live..
Taylor Mitton Neufeld the sedans aren’t rare. The hatches are. Less number produced. The sedans are a dime a dozen up in New England.
CrxKid nice! either way, the gvb and grb chassis were only produced for 4 model years so obviously they’re not very common cars, neither have anywhere near “high” production numbers. i wish i got to see more subaru’s in general besides vab chassis here in Canada
I had a plasma blue 2011 limited subaru STI. I like the rear fenders better than my 17 limited STI. My 2011 had a factory option that i thought was unusual, DVD player, i used it once for half an hour while sitting in the garage. On Monday i almost traded in for the series white sti but turns out that one comes in base trim. So i decided to keep it and make an appointment on this monday for a new COBB exhaust. Ive had 2.5 years of SPT drone so looking forward to great sound and quieter cabin.
To me this is the best looking sti to date. I mean who doesn't like a factory wide body!
On spring break pool side watching this review, keep it up David! *chefs kiss*
*going to get ready for work and home page refreshes* ooh a vid from david.. hm 12mins late cant hurt
Due to lifestyle changes i not longer have an STI parked in the garage, however i do miss those days and know exactly why you were smiling throughout this great review. Thank You All
As someone who's building a Subaru right now, it's not worth it. But I love it
Jackson Jacoy same. My 2011 sti is finally at 400whp and fucc me 11k later I’m still wondering if it was worth it. I love the car tho
Jackson Jacoy I’m 20k Aus, down, but fukn hell so much fun
@@bambibiggles209 how long's it been there. I'm a little worried about reliability. I want 30k out of my motor.
@@tellyawhatmate that's good go hear, just some more motivation to get it done
Bambi Biggles 11k? Wtf you’ve been doing.
6 years wow.. I'm proud to say I've done 3 I still have mine, in another 3 I wonder where I will be!! This makes me so happy to hear you talk about a build like this bro. Dreams comes true fam 😢😥🥰
I’ve owned a lot of different cars amg ctsv etc but my favorite one I’ve ever owned is my 2 stis made 450whp as well one was a 05 then got a 06 something about a Subaru. It just feels different then other cars I can’t explain it. Love then wish I never sold the 06 :(
Hey bro is 500 whp to the tires still fun to drive? I heard tha when you go past 350 awhp the fun guys away (please respond, thanks
@@alexortega714 not at all. That car was the most fun car I’ve ever owned. And I’ve owned lots of cars amg, ctsv 04 Sti 350whp etc. 500whp Sti is the sweet spot for power but drive ability.
Thanks bro I appreciate your honest answer,I'm in the process offunally getting my 05 sti back from a shop here in Houston , It will put down 500 (maybe a little more) to the wheels on e85 (fp black) looking foward to see how it drives !
@@alexortega714 you will love it I miss mine
@alexortega714 how's the car?
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That's the same thing with an FF, i own a 97 Fiat Punto with 60hp.
Gotta step on the gas to take corners more tightly.
Crazy thought: how hard would it be, to swap an STI engine and drivetrain into my first gen Outback... I'm seriously thinking about doing it. But this one seems better than the new S209 STI.
That blue sued upholstery looks so nice bro
I actually have grown to enjoy subarus even with the problems you can have. Although I want to wait the next year or 2 and see what the next STI brings. I owned a 2015 wrx, bolt ons, on 93 and a pro tune. Holy shit it was fun, fast and reliable. The turbine and the awd is addicting. I love the new FA engine and want to see it in an sti so I think I'll be patient and wait. Plus I needed reliable practical transportation and something to carry tools so I got a truck. Sadly I dont have a fun car at the moment.
Great set-up. Nice to see someone who believes in functionality over performance. 👍
Take the 86/BRZ. It is not an underpowered car. It was designed with the power it has for a reason. Those who say it needs more power, are those who can’t push the car in stock form. Having more power doesn’t make you a better driver. Just like putting an optic on your rifle over iron sights doesn’t make you a better shooter.
The fact it’s still TMIC 100% Subaru
Stephn Gibson too many people think you need some giant front mount on a stock turbo I don’t get it. Tbh I don’t think you NEED a front mount till it has a rotated turbo
@@imdabeast100 The ''need'' is not what it's about, it's about power and consistent power. You can get a extra 10-15 hp from a intercooler change, in any form, but, if you know these cars then you know where the turbo sits. Turbos make heat and bigger ones make more heat. Taking the intercooler from under the hood and putting it in the front will almost eliminate all heat soak. Your car will be able to keep making that HP as you drive instead of losing it to the heat. That being said, I prefer the top mount, and will probably just upgrade that instead of going front mount.
Finally a correct built STI. I think too many people go for big power in Subaru's vs building a well balanced car for carving back roads. Its a rally car and they are best when built for that style of driving IMO. 0-100-0 cars that can turn are just a blast to drive. Sure it wont win a roll race on a highway but not much beats the joy of winding a car out in the mountains in my book
That's the best sounding scoobie I've heard in a while
The front view with the blacked out headlights and the bulging stock front fenders really makes the STI look MEAN. I LUV IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.
The 512hp blobeye he reviewed is blown up as of a few months ago, I owned it sold it to someone and they blew it up lol
Damn really
how much you think we put into the build?
@@Peteiredale8812 sorry for late response but yup that’s what happened, it’s currently being built again at baxleys speed shop in windham maine,you can follow build there,but new owner is shooting for 800whp dumping like $30k into it
@wheeliemaster415 lot of money for it to blow up again. These engines aren't designed for this power even modded. Sure can get a few passes and a few dozen k miles if you don't go nuts but not worth 30k
Awesome video, David! Keep up the good work!!
I like it, but i personally like the body of the 2015 or hawkeye/blobeye more.
That interior is literally the best interior I’ve seen. Respects to this man!
Gotta love Subaru’s 🔥💯
The fake Bruh no doubt 💯
wow, that blue looks awesome, especially on the dash.
and that Tomei, sounds very nice.
My favorite gen (post-facelift), next to the GC/GM platform. None of that "narrowbody" 07-11 stuff tho, they just look off to me.. I mean, is a WRX w/o flared/blister fenders even really a WRX? LOL!
I'd mod an STi. My buddy and I did wheel/tire, brake and front lower subframe brace to his 2014 WRX and he's in heaven. He bought the 2014 to replace his 2006 WRX Limited that was wrecked from behind.
Beautiful. Everything is Just Right.
The sti is awesome and gives me a good feel that I can't wait until my WRX done. It's going on a 3 year project now.
I love Subaru.. I have a built jdm ej205 that I love only other thing in need to to do my full 6 speed swap
But why though?
So I can can push more power and not have to worry about the 5 speed blowing up on me lmao
i think my head gasket just blew from watching this, gotta go check it real quick
Sir Wattson L
I love the sounds these built subies make. I drive a GTI so it's just a tractor with farts lol
I have a Mk7 haha and I love it. Just the sound that's lacking in my opinion haha
Hahahaha. I like how your car looks though.
Ummm you could pull more power out of any vw 1.8t for dirt cheap than any sti
ayeee thats litt bro my subi is coming soon !
that's cringe bro.
I have built a 17 STi with FA20DIT and it’s is very very nice so I definitely agree with Subaru needing to move into the next generation engine. 😁😁
Mike Ceja You mean WRX? Unless you put an FA in an STI 🤔
WesternSTi Started with a WRX and swapped literally everything from A STi I mean everything including interior and subframes Dccd controller everything minus the engine. Because swapping a FA into a STi would be a lot harder a lot more wiring to be done. But yes WRX 😁
Mike Ceja I had a feeling that’s what you meant.... that’s actually really awesome! Do you have photos/build list somewhere? Mine(the STI in the video) is on Wheelwell.com
WesternSTi unfortunately no video 😔my friends told me the same thing that I should of recorded the whole swap however the process took me roughly 30hours of labor using 2 lifts to have the two cars side by side. But thanks
Unpopular opinion: sedans look better than hatchbacks
I agree, however, where i live the hatchbacks are sort of the rarest model, and in a way im sorta curious to get one for that fact,lol
2011+ no , 2007 and down yeah
They do but the back of the 2011 hatch wrx looks fyre
Always thought they did myself.
I totally agreee! I own one and its the best
I currently am picking up a 2013 Subaru wrx sti in tangerine orange! I’ll be slowly buying parts to build it up to 500 whp!
running a 450whp sti on a tmic? Wow. Interesting. When I had my 06 Hawkeye it had a built motor and and similar power leve. Of course I went fmic bc my tuner told me this whole thing of fmic having lag is a myth. I mean it will but with the right tune u almost wont feel it
Agreed. Its not a myth but definitely not perceivable.. 05-07 are the best STIs
Goals for a subaru right there, clean, reliable, and actual handling mods. Did the mods help with understeer David? or could you tell?
Still waiting for a 2015+ WRX review. No love for the WRX as the STi or even the older WRX’s on here
I'd love for him to review a clean gc8 on the channel! Or a newer one
That sound at 4:36 just sick Subaru forever
I’ve seen STi’s go 50,000 miles at 400whp on stock internals. Is that crazy? Not necessarily but it goes to show it is possible if you actually take care of the car properly and don’t beat the shit out of it constantly
How often do you use that 400 though? I know a guy with a stage 1 iag block in a 2005 STI with a 3.5 dom turbo pushing 600WHP with e85 and to be honest hes at 67k on the current block BUT he barely uses that 600whp only when he feels like it, which is like 3 times a month. The rest of the time hes just cruising. He also does 100 miles a day too.
I'm just curious because I have an 04 sti and I bought a stage 2 block from iag because I had planned at one point to push 450whp on 93 and wanted to be somewhat safe about it.
MrDjvas People chase hp numbers just for bragging rights really. You’re right, a lot of the time people rarely use their hp. Once you get to a certain level of fast, the only place you can use your car to its true potential is at a track. So unless you have a track nearby that you plan on visiting often and don’t want to risk trouble with law enforcement, funneling money into making your car faster is not really worth it.
The key is engine oil viscosity, heating up the motor properly and also constant oil changes. Ej25 is a bit like the bmw e9X m3 motor s65. Bearings need to be taken care of.
@@RK1FX thank you
If you can only get 50 k with 400 who you've wasted ao much money. 20k bare min on any sti 06' and up plus easily 20k in mods unless you risk stock internals.
I’d like to make that drive from South Carolina to Georgia to let you drive my 15 Sti. I’m building it in stages but the difference imo is noticeable. Great review and clean Sti
Steps for a fast STI
1. Sell it
2. Buy S3/RS3
3. Slap a tune on it and make more power than a modded STi
4. Saves you more money for vape gear.
Automatic
No hatch, no manual, no symmetrical awd, no boxer sounds, no hood scoop.
Brady Parlin better quality interior, warranty, no bad stereotype, not every other 16 year old has one 😬
BIG FACTS
I chose to go the M3 route instead 🤓
Nice setup. This is my ideal setup for this chassis. Hopefully I can get similar results
8,5:1 insane cr? Isnt that stock?
insanely low imo especially for e85
Thats what David said. Stock.
not stock. stock ej257 (sti) have 8.2:1, where ej255 (08-14 wrx) have 8.5:1
@@bradyparlin9626 by no means is that insane, with e85 you can easily run 10:1 and upwards..
Gregor Ment Isn’t higher compression more harder to tune with?
I love it! The sti has always been my dream car! Love the vids man. Glad to see someone from Va be successful on TH-cam. Make us Va car guys proud lol 😂
Makes me wanna double down and build mine out!
Me too bro. Lol
same
I might be buying a 2012 built STI soon, everything’s been touched
hey there would you be interested in doing a review drive along with my 2001 mustang cobra new edge with the hellion turbocharger system and tons of mods installed... i would love to let you review my cobra if you would be interested!! it is a powerful 4 valve... let me know if you would be down id love to give you some seat time!! also i would absolutely love some of your rim cleaner!! that is what im missing in my life!!
-P3T3R
He has a video on the process of how to get in touch with him if you want to offer your car to review.
Peter Piccolo no
Im sure you're just looking to get your rim cleaned
You can tell when someone gives a Real shit when they focus on the important things of making a car fast, and not just "big numbers". Balancing the car correctly is FAR more important than just jamming a bunch of HP into it.
8.5 :1 is low...
"Insanely" low 🤷? I don't know how to defend that gaffe.
Yeah I kinda laughed at that. 8.5:1 is pretty well standard for turbo cars lol. A lot of the guys after big power are in the 10-11:1 range
And not that far off from a stock ej257 at 8.2:1
@@MichaelKaufman257 its funny because that generation wrx with the ej255 already have higher compression at 8.5:1
That's why on 1atm/15psi(double the atmospheric pressure) of boost it has like 250hp out of 2.5...
AWD is awesome, i own an xc70 where the awd system has failed but i don't think it's a major issue, but i do miss it and there is no mistake, the AWD does wounders in icy conditions
I think after having two...you're putting your money in the wrong place. Leave them stock and enjoy what they do. Mod them and they become ticking time bombs.
I wouldn't say stock, but I'd say light mods.
WhatIWant I’d say stock and service regularly. Everyone’s got a different version of lightly modified. Some people say a COBB OTS tune, TGV deletes, exhaust to help them breathe, etc. It’s a poor platform for modification.
woweye GG 450whp stock block for 3 years doesn’t sound like a ticking time bomb to me.
Yohan lo that’s like getting upset if a 2jz or k series motor goes kaput before the 200k mark. More often than not they’re long lasting/reliable but every so often you get an outlier. Modified turbocharged Subarus are the opposite. If you spend enough time in the community, you’ll see guys who drop 25k+ into these builds and put them up for sale before they’re barely broken in. Why? Ticking time bombs.
That Boxer rumble is like music to my ears
Get an Evo won't have to rebuild as soon. Stronger internals.
Michael Pullins sounds like he touched a bit of a nerve I see?
depressedsweater Haha Only good thing about evos is the motor. Everything else is crap.
Finally someone who keeps the exterior simple and clean
Sad that you have to build the motor just to make 450hp, but hey, anything for that rumble amirite 😂
There's ones out there running 400-430whp on the stock motor... but the cast pistons are a bit weak from factory, so if your tune is shit they don't hold up long. Boxer engines are sensitive to AFRs so a good tune and regular maintaince are a must if you want the stock components to last as long as possible. Most people suck with Subarus and don't know what they're doing when it comes to mods or tuning..
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@@TTime685 right that's the thing, ej's are kinda like rotaries, you really have to take care of em and get a good tune to make them reliable, where as something like a 2jz, you can just slap on a big turbo on a stock motor and make 500+
You’re right. But hey, no ragrets. I’ve invested too much into my 04 already but I love it.
@@Jsmoove917 amen brother 🙏 would love to build an 06 one day if I have the money 😅
That Doode was really in alot of BLUE!
😂😂😂
Sti hatch > everything else
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Love that generation of sti’s. I’ve seen them in the southern Ohio forest rally’s in recent years and these cars tear up!
No one:
Not a single soul:
Subie bros: do you vape bro 💨
No I do not vape
David F my bad
Love it. The look and the sound are just so good. I do like wagons, though.
WRX’s & STI’s are like civics here in NH, absolutely everywhere. So glad I have my EVO.
Evo Guy 603 It’s because you Evo guys are too busy being on jack stands.
Funny you say that, have some I can borrow?
I remember when my dad had a 450hp bug eye, it sat next to his usdm itr
Now thats a freaking build! 6 years my guy? Wow! Respect dude
Tadthebrave 🙏🏻🙏🏻 And there’s always more to do!
Sitting behind a STI in chic fil a parking lot. Thought I recognized it from somewhere and it’s this car haha
Only got about half way through this video. When you talk about whether something is worth it or not, I think it's somewhat helpful to understand:
1. How much did it cost
2. Worth it COMPARED TO WHAT
I don't really care about a review of someone else's car, especially when it's ben made up of a Frankenstein list of parts, where the parts list hasn't been disclosed in entirety. How could I build a project that way, without having a bill of materials?
I saw a separate review of an STI, where the review covered the parts and costs. A car which cost around $25k to buy, ended up costing around $80k (as I said, with full parts list). In THAT review, it was easier to understand "is it really worth building", because you know what it cost, and what went into it. And no, I don't think the 80k car was worth building. I would love to understand this one, but as I said, I only got about halfway through before you lost me.
The reason I'm leaving a lengthy post, is because I think you can do better, and the above are what appeals to ME, and I suspect maybe to other people amongst your 1m+ subscribers.
Just ordered FA510s and "whiteline everything as well" lol can't wait to see how it all feels!!
liked for a fellow GA STi owner Way to go Jeff