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I'm quite excited (duhh!) but have to endure the excruciating wait thru the break-in period where I have to drive it like a Civic. A 2002 Altima had to be turned down for a stoplight race (I woulda killed him anyways).
Went to California's highest volume (100 cars/month) Subie dealer, Carlsen Subaru in Redwood City (30 minutes south of San Francisco) and was quite surprised. They had 20+ WRXs, all going for a fixed 2.75% over invoice ($631, in my case)! No haggle, no hassle, no bull! A very pleasant experience.
Got the spoiler & security.
Might get tinting, short-throw shifter, and bass box later. Was considering the Morette headlamps, but I think I'm happy with the stock lights.
Dave C.
Thanks..oh and I hate Monday mornings
Eric
shopping. :-)
Andy - Funny story. You need to turbo the MP5.
Extended warranties? Have two Subarus with a total of 114,000 miles and haven't regretted not getting one yet (knock on wood). I've seen other owners use theirs though. Peace of mind I suppose.
Quality issues - More people tend to complain when they have problems. Fewer people tend to post when they're content. I've had clutch problems with my OBS and Subaru of America has stepped above and beyond the call of duty.
-Dennis
-mike
I-club Member #197
We've had our wagon for six months and it's still like new. On cold days, there's sometimes a little squeak in the back when you hit a bump, coming from the cargo cover insert. Also, after driving in a heavy rainstorm, a lot of grit got into the spring beds and started hearing a creaking noise--dealer cleaned it out and lubed the coils with wheel bearing grease and no problem since. Those are the only two things to complain about on ours. The car has been great to drive and still feels solid as a rock.
--RA
Bob
Another issue is that most people have nothing to say when their cars are working fine. They only post when there is a problem. That makes it look like there are far more problems than there really are.
Actually, if you read the I-club forum enough, you'd get the impression that there are very few WRX's left that haven't been crashed. This is obviously not the case.
Your power train (engine/trans/awd system) is covered for 5yr/60k mi, and your turbo/intercooler is covered under the federal emissions defect warranty. Here in Calif, the turbo/IC is covered for 7yr/70k mi under the state federal emission defect warranty. That's a pretty good warranty. It won't cover things like the A/c, but most of the really expensive stuff is covered for at least 5 yrs. Even with the 7yr warranty, you'll only gain 2 yrs or 40k mi. I would go without it, simply because it's hard to judge the actual cost of the warranty (I've heard that the 7yr gold warranty costs around $1000), so it's hard to negotiate the price and come up with a price that you think is reasonable.
Silver_bullet,
I just wanted to echo what others have said about the i-club. I have gotten Check engine lights (CEL), and I also hear some grinding type noise coming from the drivetrain (clutch maybe). The CELs are minor, especially when it is steadily on. The drivetrain noise is more concerning, but lots of Subaru owners report this noise. But Subaru is in general a very reliable brand (except for the Justy and the SVX transmission), so the noise may be normal. Some people have succeeded in getting it fixed by a new clutch. If you don't drag race, and drive it normally, you'll have a reliable and unbelievably fun car that you can drive everyday. Even with my CELs and the drivetrain noise, i've driven about 1000 mi in two weeks!
Stephen
The turbo engine is so active (read=fun) that it was difficult to break it properly with the 5-speed (keep below 4,000rpm for 1,000 miles?). Am I the only this problem? :-)
Does anyone know if it is okay to bring this car to a normal automatic car wash considering the functional hood?
One more question, I did not read any where that I need to keep the engine running after driving it (to cool the turbo). I seemed to remember that some turbo engine requires a cooling period. Am I doing something wrong?
Thanks you in advance for your feedback.
Just keep in mind that an internal combustion engine is controlled explosions which means heat and that having a turbo makes that already hot engine run even hotter. If this image doesn't do it for you, understand that the slower you go from relatively cold to hot or vice versa, the less thermal stress you're inflicting on something breakable
tires for now. Looking at the xs air intake in latest issue of turbo as well. Ok just excited to have the car that i have researched for 8 months. The best part is that my boss bought it for me with all the extras. I am stoked
to note: my car has 2000+ miles,, CEL light came on once for 4 days,,,,,,,,,went off and that was last month ,.,,,,,,,,,,,wonderful car! no regrets here
I am still debating on the tires. Maybe the Dunlop SP sport 5000s or so. It is just the timing. Should I wait till about 10,000 miles and then replace the tires or should I do it right away ??? Wifey says to wait a while....
Later...AH
I personally like to have a fun car to drive, which is why I can't wait to get mine in January, but I'd like to have fun in it for a bunch of years rather then months of weeks
I think I'm staying out of the i-club for awhile, those accident pics are brutal.
Eric
old guy, TWRX
There's a picture of a silver WRX on the cover - they've named it Car of the Year.
So I try to follow a few simple driving rules which I'm happy to pass along, but I'm sure not everyone is going to agree with these 100%:
1) Around town, I try to drive my Rex just like any other car. Normal take-offs from traffic lights, don't try to race anyone, maybe driving with a little more gusto down wide boulevards with light traffic. When in-town, the name of the game is defensive driving and self-preservation (and no tickets! .
2) Once in a while someone will start showing me a little disrespect and I'll end up in a little stop light duel. Then I'll gun the car just enough to beat him by a car-length or so, never going all out (it's just too hard on the engine and drivetrain). And only do this when traffic is light and conditions are safe.
3) Save the really fun driving for the open, windy roads in the country-side--this is what the car was made for and here is where you really get your money's worth--pure driving bliss!
4) Under any circumstances, never show up anyone with a new-car sticker (I know that new car feeling and don't want to spoil it for anyone else), an economically disadvantaged person, or anyone out with his girlfriend.
That's it-- Happy WRX-ing everybody!
--RA
Is there problems with Subaru realiablity or what? I give my Toyota a lot of he**. It goes to the floor many times, and well into the redline. I know Toyota's can take it, so I'm not too worried, besides I have a warranty. Most people are going to freak when they read this, but Toyota's are known to last. I'll be getting rid of mine before I hit the 3/36,000 anyway.
The reason I ask is, I am thinking about a possible Subaru next time around - the STI if available. I don't want to have to baby a vehicle all it's life. Help me out please!
-mike
With the rules in WRC as they are now, there really isn't that much difference between the top manufacturers. The biggest difference is how the top drivers test to tweak the performance and customize the cars.
As rally press calls it, the end of every year is the "Silly Rally Season" where the drivers play musical teams.
Dennis
I'm a fan of dropping into 2nd at about 40mph. That's my floor/red-line talk.
Dennis
edit: Yeah, most likely 206's are not available turbocharged and with AWD. Check http://www.rallycars.com for more info.
pros: good power, AWD, handling, front seats, cargo room, funky styling
cons: rear seat small, limited content options, funky styling
Others that finished with good marks: RSX, Mustang, Camaro.
DjB
Thanks,
Eric
Eric
enjoy your WRX,
Phil