I'm gonna forester swap my sti

@kyle618

4 жыл бұрын

do it!

@MCaquaculinaris

4 жыл бұрын

and end up with 28681$

@bruceyyyyy

4 жыл бұрын

I hear you can make a lot of money doing this!

@Mrmudbone_gaming

4 жыл бұрын

Tommy Nakajima you’d save about 30 grand

@surgedtwice

4 жыл бұрын

Most practical 😂👍

Attention KZreadrs, this is how you do a pricing video for swaps and builds. Edit : Thank you for all the likes! Most likes I’ve gotten on KZread so far! LOL

@Loud_ISF

4 жыл бұрын

david chappel thats your opinion. Pistons was all he needed, and thats his choice.

@Chupopy

4 жыл бұрын

@david chappel If it makes him happy, that's all that matters. No need to be a douche about it smh.

@Its_Me_Romano

4 жыл бұрын

@@Chupopy he's probably just jealous that all he has is a rusty bike

@gojitte

4 жыл бұрын

Don't the XT s have the same block as STI?

@swiftripper7557

4 жыл бұрын

@david chappel The XT's had almost identical engines compared to the STIs at this time. The only major differences were the lack of forged internals, smaller turbo, and smaller intercooler.

So this is what it feels like when your hopes and dreams get shattered.

@stevemcdowell123

3 жыл бұрын

Hahah no kidding

@JackJack-oi8py

3 жыл бұрын

Right? That's allot...

@1dkdank

3 жыл бұрын

lmao dude you nailed it right on the head

@Ireef8

3 жыл бұрын

Then it truly isn't your dream lol. Coming back to this video after spending a bit for my forester, still need to get the sti drive train swap but some how I winded up spending a bit on costs that weren't necessary.

@leopoldwhylie5076

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ireef8 be careful your dream doesn't become your nightmare. This was my younger self's dream....now I'm dreaming about a 6bedrolm home with a detached 4 car garage with office space in the loft and an attached workshop....with the fozzy parked there.

Watches whole video... Yeah I need that cup holder.

@markbrown2296

4 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@apollocxv919

4 жыл бұрын

Everyone who has entered my forester has mentioned the "cool" Cupholder

@yovannyvasquez3916

4 жыл бұрын

Same

@BaddaBigBoom

4 жыл бұрын

Ha! My somewhat tatty XT 2.5 (with a lawnmower in the back) has one :-p

@yovannyvasquez3916

4 жыл бұрын

BaddaBigBoom you running stock turbos?

I appreciate you leaving the running total up on screen the whole time. For some reason a lot of “how much was my build?” videos don’t display any onscreen numbers.

@trigun989

4 жыл бұрын

low production and not good with editing. this is why gog is amazing

Exactly why most people don't add up the cost of their modifications because ignorance is bliss. Appreciate the honest vid.

@konstantindufnik696

4 жыл бұрын

Can he insure the car for 35k$?

@nfsfanAndrew

4 жыл бұрын

@@konstantindufnik696 probably not. And if he does its probably a custom policy he had to pay a premium on.

@sinister247

4 жыл бұрын

He can but it will be "custom" but yea you can insure aftermarket stuff on cars. It will be pricey I'm sure.

Moral of the story: Just find the car with the build you want and just buy it with cash. This build was insane.

@swan3609

4 жыл бұрын

The kid that bought my 6mt 300hp 04FXT got a good deal when I let that car go for 8500..

@supercooled

4 жыл бұрын

It's a passion project. There's something intangible and infinitely more gratifying building something your own than going out and buying a all spec'd one. Personally, I bought a 2014 Kia (yes, a Kia) Forte5 with a manual. Doesn't have all the fancy stuff the top trim has but a manual was a must. SLowly building it up and it's now fun to drive and just the way I like it. I could have gone out and bought a GTI like everyone else but my build is as fun to drive and all paid for. Mods included it costs more than the GTI but that's the baggage you knew when you commit yourself. I'd probably regret buying the GTI after seeing one every few minutes on the road.

@sandy2k

4 жыл бұрын

The Yellow Cursor I drive a modded 2013 6mt gti and I couldn’t care less about how many are on the road...don’t know why you even have to bring it up lol

@krob_

4 жыл бұрын

@@sandy2k i guess he meant "do i buy a less powerful car and mod it to the power of a gti, or do i just buy a gti and do not mod it". he has his "own" car now, made it more powerful by himself with the help of the passion that he put into this car. he wouldnt have the same passion for a car thats at the top of his budget, cuz he cant mod it.

@Mrmudbone_gaming

4 жыл бұрын

Cory Spears moral of the story, buy a 15 ZL1 for 35k and get more bang for your money...

Gawdamn I spent that much on my 2017 WRX Premium with a 7 year 100,000 mile warranty with premium sound system and other factory extras. Makes me respect your build so much more. Definitely eye opening, so in love with this build.

@Chocolate_dragon

4 жыл бұрын

now you are stuck with a completely stock WRX for 7 years....AP and stage 2+ mods make it worth voiding the warranty.

@southpaw1995

4 жыл бұрын

Chocolate dragon I wouldn’t say stuck because I have enjoyed the car but I’m coming close to paying it off and hopefully moving on to something different soon.

@khawerozi5313

4 жыл бұрын

But did u make money from your car nope it works for him with KZread money

@chooseymomschoose

4 жыл бұрын

That's right, you're STUCK with a stock car that won't detonate and will be under dealer care for the duration of the loan. You SIMPLETON.

A brand new sti, will never be as unique as this forester. Amazing car.

Something to note about this video: We no longer endorse Jspec as a source for buying JDM parts. Jspec was supposed to be a reputable source to buy parts from instead of buying from the classifieds. It's sad to hear there are allegations against them for selling stolen parts from Japan. Because of this, we can no longer endorse them as a source for buying JDM parts.

@ruskibruski

4 жыл бұрын

Gears and Gasoline imma buy some Jspec parts

Didn't realize how expensive Cobb was. $405 for an oil catch can is straight up murder considering that's how much your rods cost. Damn son.

Man, if only. I love the look of the Forester STI, but I can't even comprehend spending anywhere near that much on a car.

@mathewsenn

4 жыл бұрын

just throw a stage 2 on an FXT and call it a day

@loganchapman5677

4 жыл бұрын

Currently building one myself. I was hesitant at first but once you start building you kinda get lost in it all and then realize it wasnt so bad to spend all that cash.

@InvidiousIgnoramus

4 жыл бұрын

@@loganchapman5677 No, you don't understand. I can't even comprehend that. It would take me over a decade to have that kind of spare money to do something like this.

@thechillywinds5810

4 жыл бұрын

@@InvidiousIgnoramus People with disposable income usually have an incredibly hard time understanding just what it means to have no disposable income. Honestly the worst part about car culture is it really is an upper middle class experience. Modding cars is a high cost, zero return profit hobby. If you are lower income it really isn't feasible. I've thought about getting a built shortblock for my legacy gt which I eventually could find the money for but then if it breaks I am completely and utterly fucked. Being a paycheck to paycheck car nerd is honestly really depressing.

@chooseymomschoose

4 жыл бұрын

You can get a southern (presumably non-rusty) 2015 Forrester XT with touring trim and 50K on the odo for $18K. It ONLY makes 250HP tho... ;-)

I really needed an honest video like this, thank you my dudes.

@supercooled

4 жыл бұрын

That's why these guys are one of the better automotive channels. I mean automotive in the "oh look I review cars for a living saying the same shit video after video"... The Bens are real and down to earth. Just a couple of friends hanging out, doing car things and a sprinkle of life on the side and there's a Truman-esque camera for us to follow along. Makes me wish we'd have more of these channels and less of those "car journalists" channels. /rant

If anything, I am glad you shows us love to the most loved version of forester. Good work.

Thanks for producing an actually useful cost summary video. So many channels just fob off the question with "oh you can't put a price on your passion" type statements. But it's genuinely useful to understand the true costs of major projects before jumping in. Can totally sympathetise with the mind set though, I've put way too much money into my legacy which defies logic, but at the same time I don't regret it.

One of the most well put together build videos. Pay attention you “car” you tubers, this is how it’s done.

“I might as well” -the famous last words

@roadwarrior144

4 жыл бұрын

Justin B Along with “while I’m at it....” and “While it’s apart....” 🤣🤣🤣🤣 HIGHLY impressive build, I tip my hat, sir!

@davidmiddleton-gear8206

4 жыл бұрын

😂 That's exactly how I ended up spending the best part of £800 on trying to make custom headlights!

Your video gives me inspiration that I can rebuild my Saab 9-3 2.0T old gen. even when the my B205R engine blew up, that passion for cars is not always profitable. Thank You and Regards from Poland ✌

@Yarmox

4 жыл бұрын

Piotrek 1982 lol passion for cars is usually not profitable but as long as youre getting by in life its worth spending for the feeling it brings.

I've had my 2005 Forester XT for about 6 months now and have been looking into swapping my Forester to a almost full STI build, slowly but surely I'll get there. This video is extremely helpful since I am pretty new to this whole car thing. Just wanted to say thanks for this!

Great way to show the process of your build. It's much harder than people realize to include everything you've done, and insert a brief explanation of why you did it at the time. Keep it up!

Everyone wants be a lion until you have to spend like one.

@AutomotiveAnatomy

4 жыл бұрын

@@mg1721 what are you talking about? Everyone watching this video is here to see if they would do it themselves. I have the money and for sure would not do this. I rather buy an EVO x for that amount or the newer STI like he mentioned. Some people do not have the money and would rack up credit cards just have an STI forester. That's fine either way. But after seen how much he has spend the likelihood of people will question doing this. Pay to play.

@davidmiddleton-gear8206

4 жыл бұрын

Gentlemen. Chill. G&G's channel is my sanctuary of non partisan car based content from enthusiasts. Keep it civil.

@AutomotiveAnatomy

4 жыл бұрын

@@davidmiddleton-gear8206 well, he started it!!! Hahah 👍

@romariosmith422

4 жыл бұрын

@@AutomotiveAnatomy actually I'm just watch the video. I have no interest in doing a swap

@AutomotiveAnatomy

4 жыл бұрын

@@mg1721 you lost me at " I do not have a car." Your opinions are irrelevant. Have a good day.

Build not bought !!, this is more than just swaping an engine to the car, this is the passion that we willing to do, even the price is to high, but the satisfaction that we get is priceless

It's still one of my favorite builds on KZread. As a wagon fan and a Subaru fan this is a sweet build. That year Forester is absolutely one of my favorite looking vehicles on the road. I can only dream of having something half as clean as that.

The saying Build not Bought makes sense now. Epic build and always love and look forward to more uploads about this build.

@jonnywalker4306

4 жыл бұрын

@SenselessTuning There's a lot more that goes into a build than the labour costs. The months of planning and design also make a car built and not bought because chances are you couldn't buy a car like that

Not a subie guy or a JDM guy in general but really respect the effort you paid toward this forester.

I’ve told several of my friends this exact story. Building a car is about your personal love to complete a project. Economics wise it’s pointless.

Ben what you have done now is just encourage more guys to do this and we appreciate you for that 😎

It all comes down to passion and what you love to do. However this hobby can be really expensive, but if you love it the cost doesn't matter. Great video GG. Keep up the passion.

At the end of the day this car's a passion project

Pushes stock high ass mileage ej motor way beyond factory spec horse power. Engine blows! Ben: 😮

dude i just watched the second half of this video and great job. what a smooth video and graphics and transitions. big thumbs up

an honest look is something every can appreciate- great video

I don't feel as bad now having spent what I have on my Forester. I appreciate, Ben, how you were open enough to share the costs of your 6-speed swap and your experiences to the Internet community. I think a lingering fear that most of us have when spending a significant amount of money on anything is later learning that we got "p0wnd" on the cost, whether it's the cost of mods, a car, a home, etc. And I think being subject to that kind of criticism is what deters others from sharing what can be considered sensitive information. Thanks for being so forthcoming!

If i was making serious money with time. I'd rather build something like this. It's something i would keep for a while, and creates great memories.

Honest answers my man! This is how it is! Plus you will always come across things that turn out even more expensive then you thought

I love your forester! And the content you've made with it. Can't wait for more

@hazgebu

4 жыл бұрын

This forester is one of the reasons why I fell in love with subarus!

This reminded me to put money into my savings account :D

If you would had asked me 10 years ago, I would had told you that building the Forester is the path that I would choose. As I get older though, it’s hard to justify the costs of modding a cheap platform with that much money when you can have a new car with much more value, reliability, and a warranty.

Your car is tremendous. And the design of this Subaru of yours is something marvelous. I can't get enough of admiring it.

wow the dedication from this guy is amazing thanks bro

Damn. For that price, converted to CAD, I could buy two JDM Forester STIs.

@SpeedStik

4 жыл бұрын

I think more like 3!

Honestly an STI swapped Forester would catch my eye more then an STI Impreza. Something about those Foresters.

this video is very important because i just bought my Forester and I plan to do the STI conversion but in my own labor

And you my friend just gained another subscriber. Can't wait to watch the rest of your videos.

I bought a blown up Evo 8 with a rebuilt title to try and get into an Evo cheaply... Almost $24k later, I could have bought a clean title one that ran and drove, but, I made the car into exactly what I've always wanted and I know everything that makes it what it is. Not something you can say about a brand new car.

Subaru’s sure ain’t cheap but don’t forget boys “love is what makes a Subaru a Subaru”

@burlyman3086

4 жыл бұрын

I keep saying this to myself regarding my '98 GF WRX :D Noone will understand, why we put so much money in our cars until they do it on their own..

@aaronrodriguez498

4 жыл бұрын

Burly Man amen brother. I purchased my 07 wrx wrecked on Craigslist for 2k with 70k miles, I’ve got over 10k in the thing and she won’t even come close to 300hp but I wouldn’t trade her for the world

@YZ2502fast

4 жыл бұрын

Aaron Rodriguez how have you spent 10k and still not close to 300whp? Comes stock with 265 already doesn’t it?

@aaronrodriguez498

4 жыл бұрын

Hunter Hambly ohh no not crank hp and keep in mind the car was wrecked so I did need control arms and basically all the front end body panels

@jakiudarac2206

4 жыл бұрын

Worst motors, blows like a ho. Thats why im in the process of doing a r34 swap

You guys have the highest quality videos on youtube keep up the excellent work @gearsandgasoline

I went for the build option for my 2001 JDM SF5. Gives me more satisfaction in seeing the outcome after blood, sweat, tears, trial & error.

I’d rather swap my Forester then go buy a new STI. The storage and capacity with a forester is 2-3x that of an STI. Now with that said....there’s a Forester STI in Japan for the 2020 model you you might be able to import one? Edit 1: My Forester is my daily and I love it, so my swap is going to happen when the motor dies on me likely. And seeing as it’s a 13’ with on 57k on it? I got a while... Edit 2: if you got a comment keep ‘em coming. I’ll try to reply to all.

@fastinradfordable

4 жыл бұрын

Lee Rey til you have problems with aftermarket parts. Remember he did not do the install. A shop full of experts did

@LeelssDelta

4 жыл бұрын

Nathan Brame im from Atlanta. I’m letting AllProSubie in Alpharetta do it. The same place Ben stopped at on the road trip to Alaska to get the drivetrain looked at after he did his swap in like episode 2 I think.

@billybobbobson5346

4 жыл бұрын

Lee Rey nah, you’re headgaskets 6 years old regardless of mileage. Good luck.

@LeelssDelta

4 жыл бұрын

Billy Bob Bobson actually had a blown piston ring and took it to the dealer back in May and they put an entire new short block in no charge. So I only have about 5k on the motor. The trans and clutch at OG tho. No issues with either at the moment

@bosch9905

4 жыл бұрын

So you'd swap your Forester AND go buy a new STI?

I would have your forester over a new sti

These videos are so beautifully put together and so well done

Buy the car you want or build the car you want. I subscribed to this channel because it involved a STI swapped forester, not because someone went out and bought a brand new STI.

Good lord lol! So with labor I’d say you’re looking at almost $40k? I loved the JDM Forester STi but I think I’ll wait till they’re eligible for import here and try and buy one. As someone who STi swapped my 98 RS coupe many years ago where that swap was considerably cheaper I’m scared to start spending that kinda money again lol

@scott6361

4 жыл бұрын

You can actually get an importer to bring over an 07 i believe which is legal for NHTSA importation and on their list... the epa, now thats another story.

@Walterrinho

4 жыл бұрын

How much was the Rs swap? And when did you do it?

@rolfevonkamper

4 жыл бұрын

Actually you can import a sti forester from2004 to 2007 ,they were made to usdm specs and you get the motor for 3500 they are plug and play with the xt

@SimpleEnigma331

4 жыл бұрын

@@rolfevonkamper Actually no you can't. The only Forester on the approved list is the 06-07 Forester.

How do you go about insuring it? Are you able to insure it for its full value - aftermarket parts included?

@bbbugeye2744

4 жыл бұрын

Curious as well!

The hunt for parts and the installation.... priceless!

I absolutely love this swap! It came out awesome!

keep in mind them labour costs especially for the engines prob gonna add another 7 to 10k

B E A UTIFUL as Bruce Almighty would say.

I want to STI swap my Forester so badly that I actually watched all your videos and manually calculated the price of parts. Thank you for clearing the air and confirming my doubts. Sadly it'll be a while..

Thank you thank you THANK YOU for making this video! Far too often people start down the dark path of a build like this with a spitballed idea of what it will cost and end up thousands of dollars beyond what they planned and in terrible situations, can afford. With the IS300 project we did still the #1 question we get despite trying to readily explain everything that was done is... how much did this all cost?! So thanks for shining a bit of light into the builds corner!

wow and i thought 10k into my Evo was crazy

@Walterrinho

4 жыл бұрын

@Sideways G that better make some crazy power

@wavyskiii1498

4 жыл бұрын

david chappel because driving in a straight line is boring

@TyB_23

3 жыл бұрын

@Sideways Gahhh this... this reminds me of my $6 pillow, which has a $40 silk pillowcase around it...

@roboticunclephil

3 жыл бұрын

@Sideways G That is bad ass dude

Shout out to the homies that been talking about starting their swaps for 3 years now 😭

This is lovely 😊, I’m not a Subaru fan, but I respect ✊ your build, and your love for your Forester.

Love the video , most definitely glad you made this

Now my 2015 STI feels inadequate with its 300whp and 321 wtq. Ugh.... More parts to buy.

@jacobbaker9389

4 жыл бұрын

My 2016 is stock power 😥

@Mikey6048

4 жыл бұрын

@@jacobbaker9389 Keep it that way. It's rabbit hole I'm currently lost in. I'm about to drop some Tomei Headers, upipe and a External Tial wastegate setup on mine. I really don't want to........ But the Subi gods demand it.

@jacobbaker9389

4 жыл бұрын

@@Mikey6048 just bought the cobb v3 access port 😁 I think I'll be happy with an intake , catback, and tune. I want to hear the rumble in the back and the woosh in the front.

@Mikey6048

4 жыл бұрын

@@jacobbaker9389 lol. That is where it begins. I highly recommend the Titanium Catback. It sounds incredible. I may post a sound clip soon. I have a turboback setup, SF Intake, Cobb Bypass Valve, 3 port Boost solenoid, Cobb AOS and a protune. Also, save for a AOS. High on your priority to keep the motor running.

@chron151

4 жыл бұрын

Your numbers aren't bad at all. My 2004 STI dyno'd out at 300 whp and 354 wtq with a VF43 running 92 pump (stock fuel system and TMIC) professionally tuned. The car ran really well and was more than enough for the street.

I think I'd rather by 34 $1,000 mitsubishi Eclipse turbo dsm's with aftermarket mods.

@norgepalm7315

4 жыл бұрын

You're an idiot

@RoaringPistons

4 жыл бұрын

@@norgepalm7315 chill bro. everyone has an opinion lol

I have a 2011 WRX Hatch. You helped me figure out the direction I ultimately want to go. Gonna be pricey, but feels more worth it

@jakeheavlow

4 жыл бұрын

Derrick Spenhoff 6 speed swap is definitely worth it man

wooohooo new upload!

My favorite car 🇰🇪🇰🇪 sti

@FEVERNOVAA

4 жыл бұрын

True, the only sports car that wasent ruined by its company

@davidngash2120

4 жыл бұрын

True even the body itself still original

Shoulda just bought a 07-09 Cayman S

@ahhh6201

4 жыл бұрын

And had a completely different chassis that doesnt provide any utilitarian properties wowee what a good suggestion.

@chron151

4 жыл бұрын

As inferred by the prior comment, the Cayman S is a pure mid-engine sports car. It's going to be way better suited to a road course even in stock form when held against an WRX STI, much less a highly modded Forester. Not exactly a 1 to 1 comparison.

GREAT video! Love it. This is the content i subscribe for.

Great video and information given 🤙🏽 gl on the build

fun fact: the Subaru Forester was originally marketed for lesbian couples!

@thejanusproject32

4 жыл бұрын

what?

@zimmejoc

4 жыл бұрын

@@thejanusproject32 yes. Back in the 90s Subaru analyzed who was buying their cars and a significant percentage of buyers were lesbians. Subaru leaned into that with their marketing.

@v8_sami

4 жыл бұрын

@@thejanusproject32 search "up to speed forester" by donut media lol. I think they mentioned that in their video too.

@v8_sami

4 жыл бұрын

@@zimmejoc also wasn't the outback more of a shot towards that consumer market?

@zimmejoc

4 жыл бұрын

@@v8_sami Subaru identified over 50% of its cars were being purchased by teachers, doctors, IT wonks, outdoorsy types, and lesbians. It hired an ad agency to focus on those 5 groups for all its cars. The original comment wasn't entirely accurate in saying the Forester was marketed toward lesbians, it's that Subaru marketed their entire line toward that demographic (and the other 4 mentioned above as well). The reason it wasn't entirely well known is the advertising took the form of little sly nods toward the community that lesbian consumers would pick up on, but the blissfully ignorant mainstream breeders wouldn't. When the anti-gay folks finally figured it all out, they went nuts and Subaru was inundated with complaints and threats from that group saying they would "never, ever buy a Subaru again." A little more research on Subaru's part quickly showed that most of those people had never even owned a Subaru so the company stuck to its guns and continued its marketing strategy.

200$ for a jdm cup holder!!!!

@troy3821

4 жыл бұрын

JDM bro, won't break down lol

Great insight, amazing format, thanks a lot💪

very well shot, edited and presented

I would take the swapped Forester over a new STI sedan. No brainer

Yeah not worth the $

@fakeanimegirl

4 жыл бұрын

i need money

@khawerozi5313

4 жыл бұрын

Worth videos

Great build. I think you did a great job. keep up the great work with these videos

Pretty dope video. Very eye-opening for when we start our builds.

Please don’t exclude labor and other costs. I have zero mechanical ability and would need someone else to do all the work.

Waste of money tbh

Great video! Very informative on the reality of building a fast and reliable car!

I have a 02 WRX with a bunch of bolt ons and a 6speed swap. Its been sitting in the garage since December of 2012 with a spun bearing. Life happened and even though I bought a engine for it I have not got around to swapping it. January of this year I bought a 2009 Forester X. Was supposed to be my winter beater but I fell in love with it. So much more space and flies under the radar. So far I have lowered it on ISC coilovers. Threw on my Pro Drive PFF7's from my WRX and did the ISC lca's in the rear to correct camber. Also Nameless Performance axle back exhaust. I may give the WRX to my son because I think a STi swap is in the Forester's future.

I spent 3 days watching EVERY video that you have posted, I love the road trips so much! I have a 2004 sti swaped foz too with a alot of upgrades, You guys should come to australia!

@cr4zygoose201

4 жыл бұрын

Im not a fan of foresters but ill be damned if i cant admit that you made yours look nice lol 👍

@dga9393

4 жыл бұрын

@@cr4zygoose201 You talking about their foz or mine? lol @dga93 on IG

quick, informative, to the point. thanks!

It's some money, but that's also your car, you've put (money we know that already), but also time, passion, dedication and part of your soul. Something you'll never find in a brand new car. Newer stuff is great for sure, faster, reliable blablabla, but we all know down deep why we are spending too much money on our stuff, because it's an extension of our personality, and a way to express ourselves ;) And I maybe right or wrong, but after seeing the total, if you've asked yourself was it worth it objectively ? You would say no, but I'm pretty sure the little voice in the back of your head saying hell yeah, worth every penny ! Cheers from France guys

Solid honest advice 👍🏻

Hey man! Great vids. I’m taking the plunge soon, and I blame you. 2005 xt manual is currently being checked out and I’m hoping to immediately start with power and suspension mods. Keep making great vids!

I've done a V160 6 speed swap on my Toyota Soarer. This video is pretty much on the money. So many variables

Speechless, I just want to swap mine right now! Inspiring...

For a few minutes while watching the roadtrip episodes, I thought about doing a swap on my Forester because it looks awesome. Now I've seen how expensive that would be, I'm happy keeping it as my people and parts hauling, snow-day, and crappy weather DD. It's slow, it's comfortable, and at the very low frequency I drive it, it will likely last forever.

im not going to sti swap my forester, but the part list gave me some ideas on what to upgrade

Big props for not including the labor costs. Labor costs are something that I, personally, wouldn't even think about being able to do much of this myself. Everybody includes labor costs and it blows the budget out of proportion for home mechanics which can be a real dream killer.

Love your build and love this channel. I have a AW FXT SG9 5MT with 90k on the clock. I have thought about swapping the tranny to make it a FSTi however I really enjoy the 5MT that comes in the SG5/SG9. It is not the glassbox that comes in the WRX but rather the early 5MT that came in the JDM GC STi. I have a decent amount of suspension and power modifications but mostly running it conservatively to last longer. It pulls hard and is super quick. My opinion, 6 speed swapping is more about the bling than it is with performance for most people who end up doing it. The FXT 4.44 5MT or 4eat can easily hold 350 whp. Unless you are building for big power or absolutely love the DCCD, the 6 speed does nothing but adds weight. You can have Brembos on 5x100 but for actual stopping power, the FHI 4/2 pots are just as good for half the price and on real budget the LGT big brake set are a great upgrade for pennies compared to Brembos or FHI. The 05-08 FXT and 06-07 WRX have the same engine (EJ255) which is basically the same engine as the STi(EJ257) except a slight different compression ratio that doesn't have the high top end which the STi does. The 257 does have some forged internals but again, unless you are going for big power the 255 is a great power plant for USDM. I wish you would have disclosed separately how much you did pay for labor and give a ballpark figure how what parts you got for free/ step discount to really get a true sense of your total investment, unless that is something you did not want to divulge, just to get a true idea what you have into your Foz. Either way, love your car and hope to see you in CO some day. #FozLife

And I thought I spent a lot of money on my Subaru 😦 Best of luck to you ben, easily the cleanest forester build I’ve ever seen!

3rd..or 4th not sure but ... I am so proud of what you have done with this channel and your cars.

The dream. I have a forester xt 🇬🇧. And I'm still planning on doing this 😁

Crazy money 😲 . That's a brave move and shows just how much you love the car. Just looked and In the UK we can grab a 2006 STi Litchfield edition 97k for £8500 ( $10998). Dam that US law !

I have the same make, model, color, I'm 20k in so far, and had buyers remorse after watching your videos, this makes me feel a little better, but I am still mostly stock.🤑 Wish I would have spent the 20k on the Forester forum for one that was completed. Although if I could start over I would get a complete wrecked STI and flooded Forester off COPART.