what dont wrx'rs like about thier car??
05-16-2004, 07:30 PM
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what dont wrx'rs like about thier car??
This IS a stange topic for a board that loves thier cars...but I really need to know for a couple reasons. I am about to purchace a WRX soon. It fits all my needs. Safety of AWD, Speed, Looks, and interior niceties and comfort. and the last and most impotant its a 4 door!
But, seems alot of owners expecially in the past few months are selling?? No one saying why. Alot want to trade for Hondas?? WTF?? :O
FWD---AWD hmmm not hard on that one. Turbo..fast as crap stock----hondas, not....dont get it. Ive owned tons of different kinds of cars most of them hondas...and I want to know what possibly are the reasons people are selling these if they CAN afford them.
Different things you dont like about your car-- or why you would sell it?-- or what you think you would like in another car? are some questions I would like answered.
Thanks so much,
Brian--- married, father of 2...love fast cars, selling my 99 GT mustang!
But, seems alot of owners expecially in the past few months are selling?? No one saying why. Alot want to trade for Hondas?? WTF?? :O
FWD---AWD hmmm not hard on that one. Turbo..fast as crap stock----hondas, not....dont get it. Ive owned tons of different kinds of cars most of them hondas...and I want to know what possibly are the reasons people are selling these if they CAN afford them.
Different things you dont like about your car-- or why you would sell it?-- or what you think you would like in another car? are some questions I would like answered.
Thanks so much,
Brian--- married, father of 2...love fast cars, selling my 99 GT mustang!
05-16-2004, 07:45 PM
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Greetings Brian. I drive an 03 WRX. I guess the main thing that bugs me the most is the WRX tranny. Shifting into reverse almost always gives me trouble. But otherwise, I love my car.
05-16-2004, 07:53 PM
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Don't really like the stock stereo, but that sucker got taken out and replaced with a new headunit anyways. Also, wish it had more cupholders/storage space, but I fixed that too... 
And on the newer 05 models, they have some interior redesigns as well.
Now that the new 05 Legacy GT is coming over with the 2.5L turbo, I would seriously consider that just for the little bit more of power, legroom, and luxury, but other than that, I'm very happy with my 04.
And on the newer 05 models, they have some interior redesigns as well. Now that the new 05 Legacy GT is coming over with the 2.5L turbo, I would seriously consider that just for the little bit more of power, legroom, and luxury, but other than that, I'm very happy with my 04.
05-16-2004, 08:49 PM
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In the ballpark?
another thing I noticed in shopping for this car..I always tryu to look at what else is in the same ballpark... Theres not much!!! Thats what maks it so easy..or tuff, however you care to see it.
I guess the only cars close would be:
Evo= too expensive and dont like mitsu's reliabality
which taks me to the next one: Neon SRT4= Dodge crap! Also FWD and full of rickity plastic and did I mention it was a Doge Neon!
I just dont see boosting that thing for a year and not having serious motor and tranny problems...
And mabey the Mazdaspeed protoge= Have you even seen one for sale?? also just FWD and from what I gather not too fast at all.
As for 4 door, all wheel drive, fast turbo cars, with reliabilty, under 20 grand...I believe its in a ballpark of its own??!!
Brian
Thats what maks it so easy..or tuff, however you care to see it.I guess the only cars close would be:
Evo= too expensive and dont like mitsu's reliabality
which taks me to the next one: Neon SRT4= Dodge crap! Also FWD and full of rickity plastic and did I mention it was a Doge Neon!
I just dont see boosting that thing for a year and not having serious motor and tranny problems...And mabey the Mazdaspeed protoge= Have you even seen one for sale?? also just FWD and from what I gather not too fast at all.
As for 4 door, all wheel drive, fast turbo cars, with reliabilty, under 20 grand...I believe its in a ballpark of its own??!!
Brian
05-17-2004, 02:45 AM
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Originally Posted by BrianTownsend
Different things you dont like about your car-- or why you would sell it?-- or what you think you would like in another car? are some questions I would like answered.
Thanks so much,
Brian--- married, father of 2...love fast cars, selling my 99 GT mustang!
Thanks so much,
Brian--- married, father of 2...love fast cars, selling my 99 GT mustang!
as most people in here know i was raised on subarus,and i also sell them and i have a wrx wagon(03) and a sti(04). my only comment in terms of both is that the doors have a hollow sound when you close them(with window down). other than that i have not had the problems experienced with most in regards to the tranny. once you get used to the spool up issues in the 2.0t you're fine(it takes a little while to get a "sweet spot" for shifting)
as for the sti- there are no issues to discuss except for road noise/rattles. but then again. . . one buys this car for performance and practicality-not comfort/luxury.
that said both cars are made extremely well. both are made completely in japan.(which speaks highly in itself). the reason why WRteams love the impreza platform is that the frames/cont is so stiff(notice no STB in either car) if you lift the rear seat off you will find another added brace underneath(added stiffness). every year the cars are rated high in almost any unbiased magazine. one note on fuel economy though. i average 22-23 in my wagon and about 17-19 mpg in the sti. ironically i am thinking about getting a mustang again!
good luck in your quest
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05-17-2004, 09:18 AM
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the reason why the doors sound hollow is because there is no frame around the window on the door itself. it does sound kind of tinny, but its no biggie
i love my rex and stoked i bought it. the awd is a huge bonus as well
i love my rex and stoked i bought it. the awd is a huge bonus as well
05-17-2004, 09:51 AM
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Interesting question Brian; as for an answer, the only thing I don't like about the WRX is the wheels/tires they came with. Upgrading to 17" wheels/tires combo (which can be had for under $1K) made a big difference in the areas of handling and looks. Other than that, I love my WRX and agree that for the money, it's the best out there.
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05-17-2004, 10:30 AM
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There's only really 1 thing I didn't like about my '02 WRX ..... tranny. But now that I have an '04 STi 6-MT .. fun fun
Hope you get one, driving doesn't compare to a Mustang in my opinion; but there's something to be said about Mustangs
Hope you get one, driving doesn't compare to a Mustang in my opinion; but there's something to be said about Mustangs
05-17-2004, 11:28 AM
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I LOVE my '04!! I used to be a Honda owner and now I'm Subaru for life! For me the car doesn't rattle like a honda, very, very solid. I love the pull of AWD. The only problem I have with it is....
The gas milage. But what can you expect from a 227hp turbo? As for the tranny, you do have to get used to it. Just find the sweet spot and you'll be just fine. Also the stock stero SUCKS! I have the bass and trebble set at '0'. To much destortion!
The gas milage. But what can you expect from a 227hp turbo? As for the tranny, you do have to get used to it. Just find the sweet spot and you'll be just fine. Also the stock stero SUCKS! I have the bass and trebble set at '0'. To much destortion!