For anyone new to Subaru this is the best place to start tbh. You get to have a bit of fun with no real drawbacks. From here you can slowly go backwards if you decide Subarus are your thing, imo.

@Smeedia

5 ай бұрын

Tbh really solid platform for new peeps coming into the Subaru world

@ReefyBmx

4 ай бұрын

Honestly subaru gets better and better every year with the way the cars drive but on the styling side i cant say to much but what can you say if you dont try it? I just like older subarus and hard to accept the new but i can absolutely say they preform well.

@pullinstringsarchery

4 ай бұрын

I’ll be honest, being 40k in for a premium after fees, then another 5-10k in mods to have a car similar to his… not worth imo. Buy a used STI or a CTR stock for that price. Those cars are built to rip off the lot and don’t require the many aftermarket mods, both performance and appearance, that this car needs. Car looks amazing but its not worth that price in my opinion. It needs too much help to have the presence of the aforementioned cars. For the casual daily great car! But the fact that a knowledgeable enthusiast such as Tanner put that much money to make the car livable should say something. Also note, even with a newer Subie, my guy can’t stay away from a GD! Insert clapped out Hawkeye meme here.

@WarriorsPhoto

4 ай бұрын

Good point. Subaru makes a great platform. This VB platform is very well engineered. 😊

@Br0dacious

4 ай бұрын

@@pullinstringsarchery40k for a premium 😭😭😭 I snagged mine for 32 my guy shit was cheap

Fellow 23 VB owner, I absolutely love mine. The things you talked about were spot on!

There a quite a few of these "Six months of VB ownership" vids out there, but I've got to say, it's WAY easier listening to yours and staying focused on the content than some of the others I've had to bail on two minutes in. Well done! Love the constant expose on the VB. I'm still thinking about a TR and the car I own at the moment is superlative in every metric save for passenger volume, but an absolute PITA as a daily where I live due to EVERY single ingress and egress in every parking lot anywhere being a seemingly 45° ramp. LOL.

I’ve had quite a few of the different generations of the WRX and STIs and the VB is a great platform. It makes power very easily and is solid all around.

It’s an awesome car for a daily driver that you can have some fun with. If you need a track car or you want 500+whp it’s best to just start with a more appropriate vehicle

@Smeedia

5 ай бұрын

This 100%

@Jesussaves33_

4 ай бұрын

It's just too early as far as aftermarket for that kinda of power with this car you nailed it I own a 2022 as a daily intake exhaust a conservative e85 tune its perfect for daily usage

@doubleflo7

4 ай бұрын

Just traded in my VB because I want 500hp awd without a transmission swap. Loved the car otherwise, awesome handles and torque curve.

@d--om489

4 ай бұрын

@@doubleflo7what car are you looking to get?

@doubleflo7

4 ай бұрын

@@d--om489got a BMW i4 M50 😅

You're one of the original guys that I followed back before when the new Sti was "Supposed" to come out. Glad to see you enjoying the new platform. It's definitely a different beast than the EJ Motors!

Thanks for doing this video it answers a few questions I had 🤙🏻

Great review, no click bait BS wording in the title, no making yourself out to be a victim of any issues, no attention seeking activities in the video. Social media needs more people like this.

I really enjoy this. Very informative and it gives me a lot of thought about a plan of going toward the VB.

Growing up in the GENX era and having kids at an early age with my wife I have always wanted something with 4 doors with a manual transmission.....................I am almost 48 and looking at this WRX like Hell Yes I can do this now!

@SavageBluetick

4 ай бұрын

I got my first at 45 and now I'm 46 with a 4 year old and we both love it. The wife likes it but not the suspension so much. Go for it!

@zibsa843

2 ай бұрын

I’m 30 drooling over it

@worldofnateg

10 күн бұрын

43 here. I hope you bought one. It's worth it. :)

I have a 2022 WRX as well. Bought it used, but I'm about 6k miles into it myself and I enjoy it myself. Tbh I learned to love the look of the stock vic. Love this channel! Keep up the great work and give me more ideas on what to do with it!

@Smeedia

4 ай бұрын

Glad to hear your enjoying the car 🥳

If it breaks, I can fix it. Best line ever! Love the vids man!

@Smeedia

4 ай бұрын

Ayyy appreciate the support Jay 🫡🙌

Solid review of this newer gen wrx and great video. It took me some time to like the exterior mainly from my love of hatchbacks, I'm biased.

I think your VB has really turned out to be a great car. I love your taste in mods.

@Smeedia

5 ай бұрын

Thank you 🫡 IMO less is more with them

I think the color matched flares look great 👌🏼

@Smeedia

4 ай бұрын

Definitely helps improve it a bit 🙌

Love your content bro. I occasionally run into you on the streets and do the subie wave 😎 keep it up bro hopefully this 2024 is a great year for ya.

I love my VB! just about to reach the first oil change, I've already tuned it and it's really come alive. I work at Subaru so it may help me keep my warranty in case anything happens. Love your VB Tanner, it's given me inspiration for mine and also even at getting all the STi accessories at cost they're too expensive.

@Smeedia

5 ай бұрын

The OeM parts are awesome additions but my god Subaru charges so much for them all 😭

@fundip8676

4 ай бұрын

If it's tuned you will not keep your warranty. Tuning it back to stock doesn't work either, Subaru certified techs will be able to tell if it's ever been tuned.

@christopherrogers8316

4 ай бұрын

sorry even though u work at subaru that warranty gone

@ghostfacedc5534

4 ай бұрын

@@christopherrogers8316 not unless you know what they require for warranty claims: CID's CVN's etc. very easy to warranty if you know you know

@hellobooom

4 ай бұрын

Bye warranty

I just picked up a 23 wrx limited yesterday, and I did the dance with the turn signal a few times! Lol. Now I’m going to start in on a full refresh (and upgrade 😏) of my 02 Bugeye wagon.

This video was so substantive! Thank you. Think for now it convinced me to stick with a BRZ.

Bro, urs looks incredibly Nice with what you have done with it! .. the fender cladding change make all the difference, at least to me..as far as front end and even rear end, I think the ass end looks very cool as is, super attracttive to me.. its all subjective.. exhaust sounds insane, almost like a motorcyle !!! awesome mods overall!

i knew you would make it look good. im a OEM+ type of person too. glad to see you're killin it man~!

@minusmartin

2 ай бұрын

BTW i havent kept up with the channel in a minute due to life and me getting out of the subie game for a bit. I brought back my 97 coupe to finally finish the sti swap lol. time to binge watch smeedia!

i love the lil welcomes lights! I have them on my 2018 forester xt and the honestly put out!! great lil feature

Excellent video!! To me it’s mind boggling on some things that had so much potential but came up short like the head unit Android issue. Maybe there will be an app that will fix that in time or a firmware update on the head unit. Also how aesthetically pleasing fenders and tail lights and rear bumpers were on previous WRX and STI generations is also mind boggling how designers didn’t incorporate that in this generation. It would be awesome if the rear didn’t look like a Civic and the fenders didn’t have corners like a stop sign cut in half. Look at the modern Challenger, it’s modeled after a generation 50 years old. Even the recent Mustangs have lines that you can obviously see where its design ideas came from. Stick with your roots designers! But a very very excellent video my friend!! 🙌🏽

@boosTiMon

4 ай бұрын

I have an idea that might sound janky but might be pleasing to the eyes. Smoke the tail lights with either film or smoked light paint and find some wrap that resembles the lower rear bumper black and wrap only the back or the car to blend the lights and the lower bumper. All this isn’t permanent but might completely change the look and focal points on the rear.

Tanner, thank you for the videos, very insightful and entertaining. Happy New Year, here's to a great 24 :)

@Smeedia

5 ай бұрын

Happy new year 🎉🥳

I had a 2015 WRX. It was fantastic. Very reliable. Zero issues for over 100k miles.. sold it for a pickup Truck. The wife had a Crosstrek.. and recently sold it for a new Outback. If the STi returns.. I’ll likely buy it too. :)

Dude this car is so sick props🔥

I have a 2018 2 door Jeep wrangler, super modded for off-roading. I absolutely love it and how unique it is, but it is horrible as a daily driver. Lots of maintenance required and poor fuel economy. I have a '23 WRX coming to me in about 6 weeks and I'm very excited. Other than paint matched fenders and a possible lip/coilovers, I'm going to refrain from performance mods for now as I really want it to drive like a daily. I'm super excited. My brother has a '21 VA and I'm jealous I can't find the old body style brand new, but regardless the VB is continuing to grow on me, and once it has some cosmetic work it'll be a dream

Loved the OEM+ look and followed your example. I stuck with the cladding.

@Smeedia

5 ай бұрын

Tbh I kinda miss the cladding 😅

@lacoupe5088

5 ай бұрын

Same, bought all the OEM aero from Subaru and kept the cladding stock. It works for me while doing autocross. I hit a cone every now and then and the cladding helps not peel or chip paint.

@vincentmoore9891

5 ай бұрын

@@SmeediaI knew it 😂

I love my vb. Stock is still a ton of fun. My only real complaint is the stupid cold start. I've owned a lot of cars, including a Corvette, and not one of them has ever taken as long to come off of high idle. It's super annoying, especially with a manual. Yesterday was cold. I started the car, got it warmed up, and drove off. I got a few miles away and realized I had forgotten something, so I turned around and shut the car off for the minute or so to run in and grab what I forgot. When I got back to the car and started it up, even though the water temp was normal and the oil was up to temp, it still ran through a 30-45 second cold start sequence. It's super annoying. I wouldn't mind it if the cold start/high idle was 15-20 seconds, but every time I turn the car on, it's 30 seconds to a minute or so of pointless high idle. Subaru claims it's to warm the cat for efficiency, but every time? Even when the cat is hot? It's absurd.

I bought a 2020 STi new and I've been waiting to mod it. I thought about getting a new car but My STi has 26k miles and I haven't done anything to it. It's these videos that remind me to put in some work and make an amazing car. Great vid as always!👍🏾

@Mitsu3kGT

2 ай бұрын

The sti is hands down better. For instance when he’s mentioning how he runs out of RPM top end, that never happens on the sti. The car doesn’t come alive til 3k+ and it just EATS when it’s at 5,500 compared to the direct injection wrxs. The old school sti just has more power and you can tell. I used to have a 2019 wrx and went to a 2021 sti and I’m so glad I did. The transmission is another thing he can’t really bring up because none of these wrx owners would know how much better the sti trans is. I owned both. The sti is so much better. And the brakes are real brembos and are MASSIVE even compared to some other brands of cars

@Mitsu3kGT

2 ай бұрын

Basically the only thing the new 2.4 wrxs have on the old EJs is fuel efficiency

@theglacier3367

2 ай бұрын

Have you driven an FA24 WRX? They’re nothing like the outgoing FA20 other than in architecture.

@Mitsu3kGT

2 ай бұрын

@@theglacier3367 wouldn’t matter. You get the shitty wrx split case trans. And it’s direct injected. You might get some more power from the engine but I’ll still be going at 200k with new head gaskets and the fa24 will be blown up by 120k lol or so choked so death from carbon it won’t matter

@Mitsu3kGT

2 ай бұрын

@@theglacier3367 and normal wrx is still lower in horsepower and turbo size… legitimately just have the drive the sti in the higher rpm’s where the powerband is and I’ll take it anytime, everytime

Awesome video! I’m a Subaru owner myself, but being older and needing space, we bought a 2021 Outback XT Limited. Yeah….I know, I know…😂 CVT’s suck, but I have to tell you…that stock 2.4L Turbo is pretty good with those paddle shifters. Plus my two 100lb dogs love the space in the back. BTW….new subscriber here. Great content! 👍👍

@eskieman3948

4 ай бұрын

Got a '22 Outback XT Limited..... I've driven just about every type of vehicle/transmission combos in my life, and frankly, this drivetrain combo (turbo/CVT) is a LOT better than many I've driven. Much ado over nuttin from where I'm sitting.

just applied for one excited is an understatement

I have a '22 Premium WRB and I've kept it completely stock. Love the way it looks, love how it drives. Most of my driving is on tight, twisty/hilly backroads, often on really bad pavement or in bad weather, and it's perfect for that. If it had more power I'd never use it. I thought I'd hate the infotainment, but it will be fine once the full screen Android Auto update comes out. Only thing I wish I had gotten were a few more OEM accessories when I purchased it (mud flaps, engine undertray) but overall it's been great other than being a parking lot dent magnet.

@jasonmoyer

2 ай бұрын

Installed the head unit firmware that dropped a few days ago. Full screen Android Auto baby.

Great analysis! Love my 22 WRX. I hate the interior door panels the most. Went the OEM+ route too. I like the exterior styling. It has grown on me a lot. Definitely the best daily I have had since my old Honda days. Around 400 hp is plenty for street driving IMO. I miss the unequal header sound though and brakes are def garbage from the dealer. The 2024 TR trim looks spot on though. Will try and style mine somewhat similar.

I also plan to go the OEM+ route. It looks super clean.

It's a Great looking auto!! All the best Shaun 🦉 of NYC 🗽 P.S Dogs Rule. I keep adding comments, sorry. This video, Great cinematography, Great Auto. Great product knowledge! Love the BRZ, never really looked at the WRX, but Wow!! I'm seriously looking at the WRX, it's turbo, the throws seem hot. No rev matching, but that's okay. Great video. 🎉

I love mine so far. No issues at all. I only have an ETS cat back on it right now when it comes to performance mods. I do want the paint matched fender flares but I I don’t mind the rest of the black trim. The cars can look real cool with paint match ground skirts and diffusers. As far as the interior stuff you complained about…. I like everything about the interior. I have dogs as well and decided to get a “pet hammock” from Amazon to protect the back seats and it works perfectly. For the rest of the exterior I have a deck lid spoiler, roof spoiler and larger hood scoop. The care looks great. I’m happy so far

@jays8816

3 ай бұрын

Oh and I agree. The brakes are not great and it red lines to fast. My wife’s 2023 crosstrek has better brakes

It's a great wrx out of the box. I agree the ej has had the r&d and can make significantly more power. That being said if you're ever in NC we can hoon around in my VB with the ETS Turbo kit.

@Smeedia

4 ай бұрын

Saw you got that! Curious to see what yours does. I’ve debated going down the path of turbo kits, six speed swaps etc and I just can’t justify it. So I’ll be watching yours closely 😅

So, I just bought this as my first Subaru. I am 90% happy with it. I am a Father of two and I can't really afford anything much more like an Audi or BMW. This gives me all the "speed" I need for a 40 Year old dad. With your tips I've been watch the last few days I think I will be doing a lot of the body work before I hit some of the really heavy works in performance. So far this video nails everything, some things I am not happy with. Yet like you said, it's a 35k dollar sports car... that holds my kids and is my daily..... Overall this is a win. Thanks for the head start. It has helped me make this purchase. I almost bought a Mazda 3.

Great work!

@Smeedia

5 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏

I just bought a 2023 premium with an automatic love it

Great vid Tanner - lol shes only feeling a little lacking cause its not the Blubaru with 1000+ whp... but yeah - really wish we could've seen a new gen STi...

Since you've been thinking of getting rid of some of your cars. I volunteer this one for the axe. It was fun watching you try to make it "likeable". And admittedly, if it is indeed pushing 400whp with just those mods and a tune, I'd be very impressed. But I can tell that it isn't one of your favorites. However, I can see it's value as a platform for relevant content on your channel considering the growing number of VB owners.

@Smeedia

4 ай бұрын

I’d be lying if I said it wasn’t one on the chopping block. It’s on that block lol

@esoterikk1

4 ай бұрын

​@@Smeedia what are you considering as a replacement?

@benmajor8365

3 ай бұрын

@@Smeedia This is my first time watching one of your videos, I'm curious why this car is on your chopping block? Would you mind elaborating?

"too toned down" and "too tame" - i totally feel this, it seems like this is the trend modern cars are going towards. kind of interesting how the same trend exists in the bike industry - i recently built up a modern road bike w/ all custom parts, and i found myself thinking the same thing. the older bikes from the 2000's and 2010's were sharper and more performance-oriented.

My complaint about the VB's is its stk form. A couple mods and personalitie and it changes everything. Same was said about all Subaru's. Fam is fam👍🏼 As a homies a homie. Lol + I got the 6spd supra next to my subie🎉 the mustang didn't cut it lol. Awesome start to the new year T!

@Smeedia

5 ай бұрын

Real talk how do you like the 6speed Supra? It’s been on my watch list for the cars 👀

@omialmanza1900

5 ай бұрын

@@Smeedia 100% honest here, It was not what I had in mind. The 6 speed is great no doubt. But the interior, and over use of plastic under the hood, reminds me of my coworkers 2015 BMW 535i gt or Xdrive. We even compared the 2 together. Modding it will be a challenge as I expect alot of bolt to strip givin the weird places thier located. But Its a really quick fun car I've had it for 8 days now still getting used to and to know it better. Though our only choice was to finance it given the price of over 60k Honestly its to me, its my 1st real car due to their limited production. Something of a humbling feeling. I now understand why old timers never let go of their old classics. Tho getting tuned is gonna be a b#%#@! Thats my 2cents.

This car seems pretty good. I've mostly driven American V8s and previously a 2016 Mustang Ecoboost that was tuned by Ford, before getting the 22 BRZ. I love the handling of the small Subie, but but the lack of space is constantly a challenge. I've been thinking about getting the TR and going with IIR's power packs since it's about that time to get 4 doors. It's a shame Subaru dosen't offer similar dealer installed, and factory warrantied where you can get dealer installed power packs.

Your subtle changes were one of the cars that made.me.get a VB from a higher miles VA. I like the OEM+ look.

@Smeedia

5 ай бұрын

The OEM+ look on these is where it’s at 🔥

Hello! I really love the vid! The only thing is that I prefer a twisting key ignition (I have had nothing but problems with them from my past 3 vehicles). As a result, I think I would go for a base model instead

I felt that when you said you kinda want something else. I love my VB, it's an ideal daily and it's a blast to drive. But it does leave me wanting more sometimes, and I'm not sure if I wan't to spend the money to mod it to try and get that extra out of it or just get something else sooner rather than later

@steve8803

4 ай бұрын

@andypierce2758 everything will leave you wanting more. That always means more money.

Nice review.Thinking seriously about buying the WRX Ts wagon soon.CVT but hey.As far as aircon controls go,isnt there manual knobs next to the screen as well? Cheers.

I love them, loads of potential! Too many haters out there!

Man I guess I'm one of the few.... I actually dig the way the VB looks. Especially when you start to modify them. A guy that works near me has a white one. Looks good IMO. Reminds me of the hate the Evo X styling had in the beginning. Including myself haha (based on pics online). Needless to say I ended up buying one after seeing it in person and driving it.

I couldn't find anyone with a video of all sti accessories i just got a 24 tr with all dealer accessories and sti kit had to sub looks dope

I like your VB but in stock trim it does leave you wanting it to be different. It’s very cool to what can be done tastefully to the car. I’d love a newer steering wheel for the Fozzy…

@Smeedia

5 ай бұрын

In stock form they are incredibly meh but with some love they’re not bad 🔥

Hit a branch in the road and it punctured my radiator. Besides the waiting on parts on backorder, the removal was sonmuch easier than I though, and im sure the install will be just the same. Very easy to work on so far.

“ learn to live with it’ That should be the VB owner official saying

I bought my 22 VB limited brand new and I love it. The styling doesn't bother me at all. I've been sticking with the OEM+ look as I add to it. Major mods were, Oil pressure gauge, tint, dual catch cans, drivetrain mounts, ETS intake with sleeve, Remark catback muffler delete system, 18x9.5 +35's. Next up will be suspension, and BBK. I daily this, so im looking for around 400hp when it comes time to tune. I love it, I get lots of compliments in my area where there arent many drivin around. She's fun, yet reliable, and I've had zero issues. I track bikes so I dont expect anything crazy from it from a performance to dollar ratio. I tell people to give it a chance and appreciate it for what it is.

@Smeedia

4 ай бұрын

I definitely think they have their place and overall as a good fun daily it definitely fills that spot well. The styling is subjective but using the car everyday it has not let me down yet

@MotoMadness66

4 ай бұрын

@Smeedia For sure, and I 100% agree with it being pricy to really change the aesthetics. That's my only complaint buying a brand new gen. It's gonna take some time for us to get a variety of options. I love what you've done with yours. Diversity in taste is what makes the community.

@atmosphere2001

4 ай бұрын

Did those 9.5s fit with out having to roll anything?

@MotoMadness66

4 ай бұрын

@atmosphere2001 zero fitment issues. I mounted the OEM Dunlops on them. Still on stock suspension.

@atmosphere2001

4 ай бұрын

@@MotoMadness66thanks for the info sorry for another question what size are those dunlops you are running as well?

Love my 23 premium! I opted for the 7 year warranty, don’t plan on any engine mods but it’s very temping. I think I’ll only add an axle back to get a better subi sound!

I recently acquired a 23’ premium in WR pearl blue, of course. Let me tell ya the way I ran to grab my keys to clip em to my belt and try out the lock/unlock by grabbing the handle, that rocks, thank you.

Your WRX is beautiful.

I love how he grounded the fascia into the driveway while putting a new lip on it. 😂😂😂

The dog, its so cute

the best place to start is a stock 04-07 sti. but those days are over. I enjoy my vb but I miss my stock 06 sti every day. would trade that back in an instant for my vb.

Such a beautiful car. I want this color but a Cvt.

If you keep getting the itch to find something else look for a July 2017 + manufactured Focus RS with low miles. I just picked up a 2018 in blue this past summer with 13k on it via carmax. I've had a stage 2 wrx gr hatch, then got into a 6 speed mk7r, then a brz ts, and now have the RS. The RS is the complete package if you want a raw track ready car. The seats are incredible, the turn in is sharp and quick, the suspension is stiff with very little body roll and plenty of feedback, and it has plenty of character with the factory tune.

It’s funny how we’re all so different. I love keeping my car oem and couldn’t imagine making mods especially the engine.

I love what you did to make the exterior pop. What trim is this?

Just ordered one today, partly thanks to this review. Been walking around looking at WRX in different trims. So this video came out just in time for me. Decided to go for a CVT, it looks more all-rounded, perfect for our family, and for my wife to be able to drive it too. Only modification I want now is this colored stripe on the steering wheel. Any tips on how to do it with minimal effort are very appreciated 👍 looking forward to getting my hands on it now. Hopefully it all goes well

@Smeedia

4 ай бұрын

Congrats on the order! Tbh I’d suggest the Faction Fab replacement steering wheel as it already comes with it. And you can get it an any material you like 🫡

@gallivantingsprt

4 ай бұрын

@@Smeedia thanks a lot for the pro tip. I am looking at their website now. They have some great designs 👍 Keep up the great work! Will be following your channel now

@LongLiveJapan87

4 ай бұрын

So, I was wondering what the pros are of getting a CVT WRX over the Legacy XT 🤔. I have an Outback right now and was debating on getting a WRX or not. I would think that the Legacy would be more usable if not having a manual transmission wasn’t a dealbreaker.

@gallivantingsprt

4 ай бұрын

@@LongLiveJapan87 I'd say that WRX and Legacy are totally different animals. While WRX is a more individualist car with family capabilities, the Outback is mostly family car which provides the driver with all necessary features. I wouldn't have picked a WRX if I didn't have a decent size family car already. Overall an Outback is a much more versatile family car solution.

@LongLiveJapan87

4 ай бұрын

@@gallivantingsprt definitely 👍. I would for sure keep my Outback. The other vehicle would be a 2nd vehicle.

Look-wise, I actually think it looks pretty great!

I’m at 25k miles even after a new trans, center diff, radio, and driveshaft I love it. Yes I wouldn’t mind if someone stole it and wrecked it and bought me something else but tbh I love it.

@Smeedia

4 ай бұрын

This is an accurate description of how I feel 😂

@PsunnProductions

4 ай бұрын

The hell did you do to grenade your driveline? Lol

@hunterneli182

4 ай бұрын

@@PsunnProductions badly machined center diff unaligned bent the shaft, also sent metal shavings into the trans

I actually like the looks of it.. it's brawny, masculine, strong edges and the cladding's not too bad.

I have a Crosstrek and one of the things I like about most all of the modern Subarus is how easy it is to reach everything in the engine bay (aside from plugs lol). Compared to many other brands that shoehorn everything into the engine bay, Subaru fully exposes the front struts, headlights, battery, etc…it’s ALL right there and easy access. On these new WRX vehicles, is Rotella T6 still a thing, or nobody’s really using it much anymore?

I like the factory cladding, but I've owned multiple MINIs so it's basically the same.

I’ve been following this build dince day one and i have some question about the platform! Like you mention, subaru are like lego bricks…I own an outback xt for 2 years (50k miles in)and thinking about adding a little pep to it!! So the question here, how many parts can be fitted from wrx to xt(since its the same fa24)?? I’ce been looking around for goodies and it seem to be not supported!! Bought it has a family car, now i found it a little boring hahaha

I love the old one too much to go for this one!

Love mine. Even more than the 2018 sti I used to own

@Smeedia

5 ай бұрын

Both fantastic options 🙌

@Narsissy

5 ай бұрын

@@Smeedia Agreed

@Mitsu3kGT

2 ай бұрын

Big down grade. I had a 2019 wrx and upgraded to a 2021 sti and the sti is night and day better. Real steering. Perfect transmission. It can actually take a beating. The brakes stop you. I have recaros.

What would you consider moving to? I've got a VW MK7 GLI and I'm looking at either the wrx or the brz (for the fun factor rwd and higher redline), or if I want to spend more $$, the 400z. I don't really care to have something insanely fast - I want something fun and engaging to drive in the mountains (I'm up on Vancouver Island and there's tons of twisties). What are your thoughts?

Honest;y you have your WRX very tastefully modded. I'll be taking some inspiration from what you did for my build. I went a bit more mild on my performance mods. Intake, Catback Exhaust and a tune. SItting around 318 WHP and it definitely changes how the car acts and feels. Now it feels like it's actually fast. The only real complaint I have are the seats. I wish they weren't so tight hugging. I get why they'd have that kind of seats, but I'd like something more comfortable for a daily driver.

@Smeedia

4 ай бұрын

I wish they offered the Recaros in other models as an Add on. They’re so much better fitting than the cloth seats

Good Video. What oil are you running?

You said you also have(had?) a 22 BRZ... Which do you prefer, the VB or BRZ? Thanks for the content!

61k miles daily driver love it. Just hard to decide if i want to do a tune lol

Btw, one of the best Subaru’s ever made (talking about the engine) more reliable than ever, despite everyone likes on the aesthetics of the car, its a very well and fun drive experience. Btw Imo for a daily driver I think its more than enough 275hp I think tuning for power here a daily its a mess that you’ll regret later on, if you plan keeping the car leave it stock, most of the people out there can’t use the full potential of a Subaru (its not for straight roads)

OEM + is the way to go. Where did you get the steering wheel? Looks awesome.

@Smeedia

4 ай бұрын

Snagged it from rallysport. It is the faction fab one 🫡

I feel like the FA24 sounds more like how I expect a Subaru to sound than the FA20 ever could.

The autodimming side mirrors with lights are an option, but its a cheap upgrade and super easy to install.

@Smeedia

5 ай бұрын

Even as an option totally worth it. I did not even know mine had it until they dimmed 😅

Taking delivery of my 2023 sapphire blue wrx I tell today found the turn signals to drive me nuts but I'm starting to dig the set up. First several drives was left right turn signal left again 😅😅😅

@Smeedia

4 ай бұрын

You get used to it after a while. I definitely still dance with it every now and then lol

Very nice Subi. Do you get Feedback or Fine knock learned on your ‘22 WRX? Just wondering cuz I get feedback knock all the time on my ‘14. It’s been pro tuned already.

@Smeedia

4 ай бұрын

Typically I’ll see -1.41 but nothing very more than that

I ordered one when they were announced so I’ve had it almost 2 years. I don’t have a ton of miles on it since it’s my 2nd car but my main issue has just been a misaligned creaking windshield in cold weather that eventually got replaced under warranty. Other than that, it’s been fine. I wish the dash didn’t rattle so much. Coming from a GTI that has good interior fit and finish, it’s taking some getting used to. I’ve come around on the cladding and it really doesn’t bother me. I’d still prefer not to have it. I do wish the OEM accessories were a little more affordable though! I haven’t done anything to mine yet but I’d like to.

Does the WRX have auto-rev match? I've been doing manual for like 25yrs but in heavy traffic just having the car do it for me is SO nice.

Can you set up the touch screen for voice activation? That could be cool. "Hey subi, turn the heat down" I agree though, much too tame to get me out of my GD. I'm also not that impressed with the engine. It makes good power, but if they had something like the ej207 that revs to 8k, that would be a lot more exciting.

Some of the new tech is great but for me you cant beat it he older subies. They are very light with the ej we all love.

@Smeedia

4 ай бұрын

I love me some older Subarus. But for a lot of people who are not super mechanically inclined a used EJ car can be a huge gamble

What launch control you need for manual. Rev to 3-5k and dump the clutch. Your feet are the launch control

I have a 2022 wrx and have had some issues with it. Same problem as you with the radio (screen), did THREE updates and still that day the screen can freeze and stop working for hours. (rarely) I had to change the right window (front passenger) because it was not working properly At 14,000 km the engine struggled to start for 4 seconds, it was summer and it was around 22 degrees Celsius. After this strange situation it never happened again, I did an engine check with Subaru and everything was fine. For the past six months I have been hearing a strange noise in front of the dashboard every time I turn off the car (like a ping pong ball bouncing between the walls) I also had a problem with the high beams opening for no reason And... That's all lol. So electronic rather 4/10 Mechanical (all-wheel drive, handling, suspension, overall performance) 9/10 I got the base model and honestly for 34,000 Canadians dollars, you get a 271 horsepower all wheel drive flat engine...it's a steal Even with my little problems with the car, I don't regret having had it for a single day 💙

You should do a video on your take between the VB & VA. Which one did you prefer?

I love mine. Soon I’ll be putting the new tail lights on. Right now I’ve got them blacked out.

See I love the cladding! Especially in ny for rock chips, road turds. Mines black so it hides it a little more

@Smeedia

5 ай бұрын

The cladding really doesn’t look bad anymore. I kinda miss mine 😅

@Mpompi315.

5 ай бұрын

@@Smeedia it’s nice being able to switch it though. Could do cladding winter and painted summer 🤷🏼‍♂️

Third brake light messing with the acceleration is bizarre. Would adding sealant to the fog light housing prior to install have solved the issue?

I had 2 WRX models (2012 and 2017), and while I enjoyed my time with them I can't help but feel Subaru barely changes these things. I personally can't get past the cladding, and I don't want to buy a new car and then have to drop another few grand to "fix" the issues. I already did that twice with the past models I had, and don't have the time and money to dedicate to upgrading everything. When I was looking at my next car this was only on the list because of the AWD. Deal breakers for me was that massive screen and the exterior looks. Ended up going with an Elantra N. Similar price, great power and handling. Also has better legroom and trunk space along with a solid exhaust all stock.

@gustavogo2915

4 ай бұрын

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@smeedia do you use premium gas? Or regular? Since I plan to get a stick shift daily driver, I'm curious to know.

Great video also Fun fact bbr just broke the the sti dyno world record yesterday I think

@Smeedia

4 ай бұрын

He’s tuning my WRX right now on E30 🤭

@chasestoddard6984

4 ай бұрын

@@Smeedia hott

@chasestoddard6984

4 ай бұрын

@@Smeedia I’ll at some point take mine to him too, once I get a built block lol