Agree with all the reason you bring up! I’ve done a lot to my own but the handling alone is one of the things I love most. Also, (if you really know what you’re doing) how easy it is to work on the car and that it doesn’t need a lot of maintenance. So easy to customize to your own taste with the aftermarket. Even before I changed anything the rumble it would give off on start up was just something I love. Definitely need to do upgrades for mfd and radio but even the stock stuff was great.
Depends on your goals and budget, as a WRX owner I LOVE my WRX but I couldn't afford a STI. STI envy is real, get what you want. That rumble, BBK, and badge hold a lot of weight lol. One day ill upgrade.
xRaviing absolutely. And there is nothing bad to say about the wrx. It’s all about progression and the process. It makes you appreciate everything much more when you work your way up.
I'm having a hard time choosing between the two as well. I can get a 2016 STI Limited with 34K miles for just under $23,000 or get a 2017 or 2018 WRX with similar mileage for the same price. I have wanted an STI forever but the WRX seems like it will be cheaper to own and generally seems more reliable. Does anyone have any input if I should go with or not go with the STI?
I traded in my MK7 GTI to get the 2020 STI. I had that car for 3 years and absolutely loved it, but I decided to jump on what's speculated to be the final EJ STI and I'm so happy I did.
Car looks really nice in the garage. This car is on my list to buy. What color is your car, Lapis blue? Also, I know how to drive a manual technically, but have no real world experience. Can someone who doesn’t know learn on this car? Should that stop someone from buying it? Thanks
I have a 16 STi as a daily driver, fun car! I traded in a 15 wrx for the STi no looking back .Flex fuel kit and a protune is your best bang for your buck.Nice color!
Such an enjoyable car to drive. I had a '15 STI, LOVED it, sold it for a Tesla, and got bored of that car in a week. Now I just sold my Tesla and picked up a 2020 STI. I feel right back at home now. I wanna be in control, I want a third pedal, shift my gears how I damn please. The Tesla was quick, but my god being quick does not necessarily mean fun. It was SO boring.
@@Autofreakgarage Thanks man! Exactly bringing joy is key, and damn I can't help but smile at least at some point during a drive just since I love it. Great video by the way! Your points are exactly the reasons why I fucking love STI. I'm torn between the Invidia r400 and a non resonated perrin. Which one would you go with personally if you were in my shoes? I had Nameless Axleback on my '15, but wanna get a full cat and preferably legal this time around
EagleLogic depends on what you are going for. R400 is louder than the Perrin and it drones a bit. I had a nameless catback on my wrx and loved it. Currently running a delta motor works catback and love it too. But between your two choices, I prefer the r400’s tone over the Perrin.
i've been a life long fan of subaru, and still am a big fan of subaru let's face it, subaru isn't known for a great design, luxury nor being the fastest. It's got a great pricing point, great reliability (depending on how you play with the motor/mechanics), relatively cheap to maintain, fun to drive, and that motor I agree sounds 100x better than any E46 engine or F80s (don't know about E9x...lol) With that said, however, STI lately has been a great 90 point car to me...it's a great 90 point car, but never a 100 pt car. I like it but i don't love it. I don't necessarily think i'll own it more than 3 yrs...Cars like MK4 R32, B7 RS4, E90 M3, Evo 9, I drive it, look at it, experience it and think "I want this in my garage for a long time", i don't know...I just don't feel it with the recent STIs
And that’s totally ok. And pretty much how I feel. It’s a 90 car for me. It’s not all the way there, but it does it well for my needs currently. I’m a dad of 2 and wanted something fun and manual and cheap to maintain and mod. It fit the bill and currently no real need to change other than just to try something different. But you are right. It’s not a forever car for me as well. Just a part of my car journey.
It's your car. If you love it, that's the best! Subaru & STI recommend you to change the engine oil 1~2 a year. So, it's about each 5000km. As long as you give clean oil to your machine, your buddy will be fine.
Drive it everyday. I don’t do highway driving, just backroads mostly. I try my best to stay away from cars and don’t tailgate. I have a few little chips since it is inevitable, but it’s pretty clean for 25k miles.
Mau5 - Halo Then why ask a stupid question? The simple answer is if you don’t want rock chips then simply don’t drive it. If you can’t grasp that concept then you’re dumb as shit.
Got my base sti for 34k w/ short throw package and some minor included options, it was originally 35k but i used the $500 loyalty coupon from subaru and $500 off for trading in.
Your sti looks really good with those wheels. What is the specs of the wheels and tire? It looks like you have some camber front and rear. Do you have any rubbing issues? Thank you!
Really enjoy your STi content! What model Recaro's are you looking at? I have a 15 STi and really think seats would totally transform the driving experience. # 1 next mod on my list for sure!
Very nice STi, I love it. I also drive a STi in Switzerland and I love it. I do not want to sell my STi 2016 anymore because it will not be built anymore.
I’ve had thoughts of selling but not in a rush to sell. Really want to get back into an m3, but the STI is fitting my lifestyle of my needs currently. For now, the car is staying.
Your car looks great dude! I’m a 2020 STI owner and I love my car. I’m looking forward to putting some performance mods into mine! I’ve only done coilovers and exhaust. Currently waiting for the AccessPort update before I put on some big power mods!
An STI won’t kill your bank account 🤔. When mine developed a rod knock it kinda killed the bank account. Hey gotta pay to play I guess. Keep up the great videos really enjoying them. IG @subidoosti
Haha any car will kill your bank account when modifying. But in retrospect, it’s a fairly reasonable car to mod and maintain when looking at anything else in the upper price bracket. M tax is no joke! I’m glad you are enjoying the content. I appreciate the support!
Keep in mind, this is my perspective and my ownership. I came from the m world where full exhaust setups cost 4K. Perspective is everything. Never said it’s cheap for all! Well aware everyone is in different financial situations.
Really enjoy watching your videos. More power to your channel
I appreciate it! Thanks for the support.
Looking for a nice ride that I like/ love STI seems to be my ride... nice vid bro.
Thank you for not blasting annoying EDM music over your narration. Much appreciated.🤘
Love my 19 sti......aftermarket support and driver feedback is what I love about the car....not the fastest but so fun to drive
No bashing bro. Just love.
Planning to buy mine in the spring of 2021. The last of its generation.
Wish me luck!!!
Agree with all the reason you bring up! I’ve done a lot to my own but the handling alone is one of the things I love most. Also, (if you really know what you’re doing) how easy it is to work on the car and that it doesn’t need a lot of maintenance. So easy to customize to your own taste with the aftermarket. Even before I changed anything the rumble it would give off on start up was just something I love. Definitely need to do upgrades for mfd and radio but even the stock stuff was great.
Thank you for your honest perspective. I am struggling between a WRX and a STI
Check out my video on this exact topic. I got over why I chose the STI over a wrx. It may help you in your decision.
Scott Fairbrother His video on this topic is a great video. I’ve had both WRX (FA) and a STI and I couldn’t of said it any better.
Depends on your goals and budget, as a WRX owner I LOVE my WRX but I couldn't afford a STI. STI envy is real, get what you want. That rumble, BBK, and badge hold a lot of weight lol. One day ill upgrade.
xRaviing absolutely. And there is nothing bad to say about the wrx. It’s all about progression and the process. It makes you appreciate everything much more when you work your way up.
I'm having a hard time choosing between the two as well. I can get a 2016 STI Limited with 34K miles for just under $23,000 or get a 2017 or 2018 WRX with similar mileage for the same price. I have wanted an STI forever but the WRX seems like it will be cheaper to own and generally seems more reliable. Does anyone have any input if I should go with or not go with the STI?
I second all your reasons.
The STI is such a pleasure to drive with the handling and power.
Great Video!
I traded in my MK7 GTI to get the 2020 STI. I had that car for 3 years and absolutely loved it, but I decided to jump on what's speculated to be the final EJ STI and I'm so happy I did.
Very nice! Enjoy your ownership. It may be old tech, but it’ll bring you lots of smiles per gallon!
Things I like about the STI:
1) EJ25 rumble
2) AWD, although not exclusive to STI
3) Styling of the car
4) Aftermarket support.
So true aftermarket is what made me get an STI, btw nice username man, tell Richard to stop using his 4 banger mustang to get Wendy’s chili.
Really nice STI!
Car looks really nice in the garage. This car is on my list to buy. What color is your car, Lapis blue? Also, I know how to drive a manual technically, but have no real world experience. Can someone who doesn’t know learn on this car? Should that stop someone from buying it? Thanks
Thank you Yes, lapis blue pearl.
Scoobyfreak86 awesome. What do you think about the second part of my question?
I have a 16 STi as a daily driver, fun car! I traded in a 15 wrx for the STi no looking back .Flex fuel kit and a protune is your best bang for your buck.Nice color!
Such an enjoyable car to drive. I had a '15 STI, LOVED it, sold it for a Tesla, and got bored of that car in a week. Now I just sold my Tesla and picked up a 2020 STI. I feel right back at home now. I wanna be in control, I want a third pedal, shift my gears how I damn please. The Tesla was quick, but my god being quick does not necessarily mean fun. It was SO boring.
Wise words my friend! The car doesn’t have to be the fastest thing in the world. As long as it brings joy to your day, that’s all that matters.
@@Autofreakgarage Thanks man! Exactly bringing joy is key, and damn I can't help but smile at least at some point during a drive just since I love it. Great video by the way! Your points are exactly the reasons why I fucking love STI. I'm torn between the Invidia r400 and a non resonated perrin. Which one would you go with personally if you were in my shoes? I had Nameless Axleback on my '15, but wanna get a full cat and preferably legal this time around
EagleLogic depends on what you are going for. R400 is louder than the Perrin and it drones a bit. I had a nameless catback on my wrx and loved it. Currently running a delta motor works catback and love it too. But between your two choices, I prefer the r400’s tone over the Perrin.
@@Autofreakgarage Sweet man thanks for your advice. I am going with the r400. Appreciate it brother
Well said👍🏻👍🏻
Your car is so shiny and reflective I love it. Good on you for LBP.
Side mirrors are not stock right?
They are stock. Just have a few mods on them.
YOU are the man. So humble. You make me want to get a Subie
whats your wheel/tire dimensions and what are you lowered on if you dont mind asking?
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i've been a life long fan of subaru, and still am a big fan of subaru
let's face it, subaru isn't known for a great design, luxury nor being the fastest. It's got a great pricing point, great reliability (depending on how you play with the motor/mechanics), relatively cheap to maintain, fun to drive, and that motor I agree sounds 100x better than any E46 engine or F80s (don't know about E9x...lol)
With that said, however, STI lately has been a great 90 point car to me...it's a great 90 point car, but never a 100 pt car. I like it but i don't love it. I don't necessarily think i'll own it more than 3 yrs...Cars like MK4 R32, B7 RS4, E90 M3, Evo 9, I drive it, look at it, experience it and think "I want this in my garage for a long time", i don't know...I just don't feel it with the recent STIs
And that’s totally ok. And pretty much how I feel. It’s a 90 car for me. It’s not all the way there, but it does it well for my needs currently. I’m a dad of 2 and wanted something fun and manual and cheap to maintain and mod. It fit the bill and currently no real need to change other than just to try something different. But you are right. It’s not a forever car for me as well. Just a part of my car journey.
It's your car. If you love it, that's the best! Subaru & STI recommend you to change the engine oil 1~2 a year. So, it's about each 5000km. As long as you give clean oil to your machine, your buddy will be fine.
Is this your daily driver? How do you prevent the paint chips? My 18 has so many 😭
Drive it everyday. I don’t do highway driving, just backroads mostly. I try my best to stay away from cars and don’t tailgate. I have a few little chips since it is inevitable, but it’s pretty clean for 25k miles.
@@jameslapine678 What?? How are you not supposed to drive a daily driver?
Mau5 - Halo Then why ask a stupid question? The simple answer is if you don’t want rock chips then simply don’t drive it. If you can’t grasp that concept then you’re dumb as shit.
I thought I was the only person to give up my e46 m3 for a 19 sti. People think I'm crazy for doing it but I never think about the m3. I love my subie
35k? When you got the STI was it used or new ?
I bought it brand new
Got my base sti for 34k w/ short throw package and some minor included options, it was originally 35k but i used the $500 loyalty coupon from subaru and $500 off for trading in.
did you ceramic coat your car?such a clean color...lapis blue😍
Not ceramic coated currently but plan to do it soon. I have power lock, collinite, and beadmaker on the car currently.
Can you do a video about how you clean your engine?
It’s on my list of videos to make!
Why doesn’t this man have more subs?
Slowly, but surely getting there!
Scoobyfreak86 yessir
How do you keep your bay so clean?
I plan on making a video on my engine bay cleaning method. Stay tuned!
Whats the mount called for you AP?
I just used an old phone mount. It’s made by iottie
where did you buy that sti on your engine bay?
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Your sti looks really good with those wheels.
What is the specs of the wheels and tire?
It looks like you have some camber front and rear.
Do you have any rubbing issues?
Thank you!
Check my wheel video for all specs
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I don’t care how much better the FA motor is, I still choose the EJ. Hands down.
Whats your wheel specs? lol its cleannn!!!
18x9.5 +35
Really enjoy your STi content!
What model Recaro's are you looking at? I have a 15 STi and really think seats would totally transform the driving experience. # 1 next mod on my list for sure!
Thanks man. I am looking at recaro sportster cs’s or gt’s.
where can i get a access port mount like yours?
It’s an old phone mount made by iottie. Not sure if they make it anymore.
I love my 2019 wrx got it for $28,000
I have a limited WRX with an STi Wing.
philboytano christ is watching you
philboytano lolll is it automatic?
What is your wheel spec?
18x9.5+35
Very nice STi, I love it.
I also drive a STi in Switzerland and I love it.
I do not want to sell my STi 2016 anymore because it will not be built anymore.
former bmw owner myself. Its the working mans bimmer. With + 10k after market investment.
Sounds familiar haha.
So do you plan on keeping the car? I saw your FB ad that you're selling the car.
I’ve had thoughts of selling but not in a rush to sell. Really want to get back into an m3, but the STI is fitting my lifestyle of my needs currently. For now, the car is staying.
what year is it?
2017
Let’s talk about the cost of doing the brakes lollll just saying ... I have the same car 😁😁
Brakes on the STI are fairly cheap considering other cars.
Scoobyfreak86 this is true... I totally understand... but I’m sure that will make other people shit their pants lollll
Your car looks great dude! I’m a 2020 STI owner and I love my car. I’m looking forward to putting some performance mods into mine! I’ve only done coilovers and exhaust. Currently waiting for the AccessPort update before I put on some big power mods!
Congrats! Enjoy your STI! Let me know if you have any questions.
An STI won’t kill your bank account 🤔. When mine developed a rod knock it kinda killed the bank account. Hey gotta pay to play I guess. Keep up the great videos really enjoying them. IG @subidoosti
Haha any car will kill your bank account when modifying. But in retrospect, it’s a fairly reasonable car to mod and maintain when looking at anything else in the upper price bracket. M tax is no joke!
I’m glad you are enjoying the content. I appreciate the support!
Well least he don’t have a car payment... I assume 🤷🏽♂️
Cheap to mod? 😒 Wheels 2k, lip $500, coils 1k, tires $800, skirts $400, headunit $500, new shift knob $100, subispeed headlights 1.3K, taillights $500.
Keep in mind, this is my perspective and my ownership. I came from the m world where full exhaust setups cost 4K. Perspective is everything. Never said it’s cheap for all! Well aware everyone is in different financial situations.
Cheap compared to something like a Porsche. Ots tunes are 3k vs 1k. Or performance exhaust are 6k vs 1k in a sti.
What center console screen do you have in there?
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