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Can you guys do a video on wheel and tire terminology? I know what certain numbers mean with respect to hp and displacement. However, I have literally no idea what you guys are talking about when you throw around the numbers in wheels and tires. Can you make a video simplifying this?
When I lived in Australia I had a 1997 WRX STi 22B Sportswagon. It had all the style and power of a sedan but had the sleeper value of being a wagon. Still the best WRX STi that they ever made.
My son returned from overseas, saved all his money for 10yrs. I bought him a 2019 STI 1 of 1 series gray special order in WRB. Shinjin tuned with about $15k in the nornal goodies. He absolutely loves his car and he gets to drive exotics daily with no signs he's gonna ever let it go.
@@WesKaine zero common sense I guess ? He wanted a STI since he was a kid so he bought a new one. You already knew that I'm guessing and you're just trolling?
Let's just say the GD chassis STi was the best. Whether it's a hawk or a blob, they are both awesome. Japan really played us by not giving us the ej207, truly a beast
You can always do a swap. Plenty of brand new EJ 207 engines on sale in many different configuration. You can import from UK or Australia. They are quite common over there. The only thing am not sure is the JDM 8k gauge cluster.
@@MegaBrenzy I'm using the JDM 8k cluster with my USDM blob wrx without an issue. Just don't try to rev it to 8k lol. I didn't try it, but a 207 is going in right now :)
I agree, not just because I actually own a 2003 WRX STI, but because you're actually right.. Doug Demuro said like "it feels raw, it feels fun, it feels fast".. and it's so true.. It is such a joy to own one, I will take good care of mine.
@@SzymkowiAK47 For rally, you could make the case for the Type RAs & the Type RA Spec C (which they were essentially road versions of the actual WRC cars). I was just thinking of Subarus for the street, which the S-Lines were made to conquer compared to all the other lines & trims. Would love to see the Type R return as the coupe STi it was back in the day.
@@thenon-vapingsubie Those weren't STis tho, let alone WRXs. They were base model coupes, even under the RS, which were bbelow the WRXs themselves in performance. It's a fun 1st car tho.
Just wanna clear something up as an STI owner before comments get carried away. Headgaskets dont blow up on these cars, rods do. Whether it's from lugging the engine, poor maintenance, or pushing power, the rods and ringlands go boom. It sucks, but that's why there are aftermarket solutions like Air Oil Separators, cylinder 4 cooling mods, or just not driving like a madman (which im not saying you cant but). If you're looking to make power don't lug the engine and give her tons of love. Don't crank boost either. Keep it at below 400hp and you should be good without forging rods, getting a shortblock etc. This is all just what I've come to understand
Have had a Rex and STI and can confirm with the above statement. these are budget rally cars. Wanna go fast in a straight line with crazy power? just get a mustang.. Straight lines aren't what make these cars good. Edit: Haven't blow a gasket or thrown a rod on either vehicle. STI (~50K Miles) Rex(~115K Miles before sold.)
Can also confirm, that's 400 crank, not 400 whp also, those running 85@380~ whp @ 21-23 lbs stock with supporting mods and no internal are playing with fire imo, 85 is insurance but a lick of bad e could bend a rod at that level, plan out a good 8-12k for a built motor, heads, and turbo before you go big on stock and walk home.
My dumbass blew up my OBS by not putting oil in it and driving in up a UTV trail btw bois don't do that it's mad bad for your bumpers ask me how I know
When the fourth gen came out, I was hard pressed on getting it. Then when the 2018 face lift came out, I was more pressed to buy one. But 50k (Canadian) is a lot of money, but it makes sense bc that’s for a fully loaded STI. Then, I started looking at used ones, and the third gen hatch caught my eye. Now, I’m looking at 2011+ hatches bc imo, they’re the best looking STI Subaru has ever made
My first time in a blob eye sti today. Have to say, one of the best moments of my life. But my heart will always be with the gc8 (the first Subaru I was ever in)
I have owned a first generation 2.2L, second generation STi, and third generation STi. I only still own one of them... Blob eye baby. All day! Nothing compares to the enjoyment I've gotten out of my GDB impreza. I love it so much, I bought a 05 9-2X Aero as a work car just so I can drive a GD chassis every day. IMO the GD chassis is one of the best chassis ever made! I have done everything in a GD chassis from smoke a Z06 corvette in the quarter mile to pull a 3/4 ton pickup out of a snowbank.. oh and drive my daughter home from the hospital when she was born and take the whole family on vacation or get groceries... The GD impreza truly DOES IT ALL!!
Hawkeye gets so much love its insane. Every time I go to my local Subie meets dudes with 15+'s constantly complement my Hawkeye WRX and tell me how much they want it. I honestly find it hilarious since I only bought a GD chassis cause they're more affordable. Id never trade it for a new one though this gen is so unique
I own a Hawkeye STi & hope to add a Bug & Blob to the collection in the next few years. The best model of all is the 2005 Blobeye with DCCD. Forged engine internals make this model more reliable than the Hawkeye/Stinkeye & Raptor (latest model) If you want an older model, grab one now as they're only becoming more sought after, especially cars with low mileage/kilometers on the odometer.
I never really noticed Subaru until around 2005. Just cruising around one day I heard an unusual exhaust note it turned out to be a blobeye Aspen White STi. That was all it took. I've owned 2 Subarus since then, with a third coming soon.
I personally like the Hawkeye Wrx STI or even the 2.5 I RS base model where you could slap some sti mods to make it just as fast, sometimes the Bugeye Wrx STI, and of course the 22B STI or the 2.5 Rs version. Mind you it's all my opinion and I just like some Japanese cars in general.
I bought a brand new Sti in 2017, I’d have taken the blob eye IF I felt it’s engine wouldn’t blow while I owned it, I bought new because I wanted a car that wasn’t thrashed and beat to a pulp. I do love the styling of the blob eye and always will
Just a Type RA owner checking in. I have driven each gen STI we have received in the states. I am that weirdo that loves the bugeye front end coupled with a prodrive front bumper and if I had the space in my garage i would swap the JDM wider bugeye front onto a 06-07 hawkeye and do a WRC tribute build for fun. But for now I will stick to the OEM+ theme for my Type RA.
I don't have an sti but I have a 2019 wrx. Love it. Couldn't come to terms with the MPG and the fact I planned to daily my car so I had to go with the wrx lol.
Blobeye and 22b sti for me :). I haven’t even watched the full video yet... EDIT: 9:36 damn..guess I was right for the blobeye lol. Day 134 asking fitment industries to do an episode on so you want a lotus exige s.
Agree... 04-07 is the best, and probably a very wise car to invest in as a garage queen. But the 06 is the king of the 04-07, IMO. The 06 STi Impreza (there were no WRX STi badged cars in 06, only STi Impreza was badged on the trunk and window stickers this year for some reason dropping the WRX part, who know why?) just had nicer tail lights then the 07. As I don't like the chrome Altezza look the STi and WRX models both came with in 07. The 06 STI had the same tail lights, design wise over all, but the inside was a gun metal dark grey instead of chrome. The 06 WRX had the chrome lights out back also like the 07s did, so I assume only the STi got these that year. The blob eye 04-05, was also almost as good looking to me. (I love the 02-03 STi looks, lucky guys in Japan) I guess it is a personal preference type deal as to which you like. But it is obvious that after 07 Subaru started cutting costs to keep the MSRP low, the cars were still sweet but are missing something that feels like a big elephant in the room that you just can't find. (Do they even still have BBS wheels, Brembo brakes, and MOMO interiors factory standard?) They turned into road cars, not rally cars like they should be. Then you drive a GC/GD STI and you know really quick what it is. Just overall feel and handling of the old lighter car is easily apparent. I really hope the all new 2022 STI lives up to the hype. With the new 2.4 FA STI block, That supposedly has forged rods and pistons installed factory, it should be a great 400 hp area blast. Finally allowing the STI to hit 60 mph in under 4.8 like the old 04-07 used to be capable of.
2007 WRX STi Spec C Type RA-R Comes with equal length headers and a slightly bigger turbo from the factory, lightest model, stiffened suspension, bigger brakes and incredible white and yellow colour options.
i have a plasma blue pearl 2013 wrx and i love the widebody third gen , i feel like i never see them though . 2007 hawkeye STI will always be a strong contender for my fav but im so happy to have my third gen.
I believe you came to the correct conclusion. Not to say other Stis aren't great. If the GD had the rear suspension of the newer models it would be my perfect car.
As much as I hate yo admit it, I think he is right, that's the STI that marked the before and after. Even though I think the current model is the most sold, but couldnt get there without the blob/hawk eye.
Every video like this always skips the blob eye, thanks for not :D. It is defs my favorite and I owned a base model one for a while and have just upgraded to a 2021 sti
The 2019-2021 Subaru WRX STI is the greatest STI of all time. I am not talking about the Type-RA or the S209. Just the regular STI. My reason for this is because unlike the 2015-2018 and any previous generation Subaru STI's, the 2019-2020 has the Type-RA engine which produces 310bhp stock and can way more than any other STI can on the stock block. I know a few people running 450whp reliably with a completely stock bottom end, and the reason for this is because of the upgraded internals in the Type-RA engine. Previous generation STI's can reliably handle around 350whp before you start running into issues. And the Type-RA can handle way more than 450whp. While I don't recommend it, one of my coworkers is making around 600whp on the stock block and actually daily drives his car. But the reliability really comes down to just having a good tune with supporting mods. Just goes to show how much the Ej257 has improved over the years. Despite its design flaws and common issues the EJ engine will always hold a special place in my heart, especially the EJ257 and EJ207.
I've heard it. But most of the ppl call the 8-14 a GR for the chassis code. Just like the 2015+ are VA chassis. All the ppl I've talked to stop with the "___ eye" after 07.
@@junglemassive10 Yeah. And the whole mean eye/evo eye thing is also stupid. I just think chassis code is what's best after 07. Even the 02-07 ppl just call them GD's
Still remember the day I pick up my 13’ hatch, was aiming for a Hawkeye sti at the beginning, but that car got picked up by a guy with a bag of cash right at the same day I see the car, so got a hatch instead. At the beginning I don’t really like it as much as GD one( cuz it looks not as cool as GD imo), but with 5 months ownership till now, have to say I would never sell this bad boy, just such a good old-fashioned turbo car to drive
This makes me miss my '13 Subie Hatchback :'( .. But yeah I could vouch for blobeye/hawkeye being the best.. Good vid, need more like these, like maybe the Z's next! :D
I find it funny they used a GTA pic for the importing and Forza for the year pics. As a proud owner of a Hawkeye(sadly a 2.5i but plan on sti swapping some stuff) I still think it's the best. Also as I've had the car, I've come to love the bugeye look with the amount of hate that it gets, but wouldn't change my choice.. You should do what the best generation of Evo is.
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Blob eye is the best
Hawk eye is overrated because of baby driver
Can you guys do a video on wheel and tire terminology?
I know what certain numbers mean with respect to hp and displacement.
However, I have literally no idea what you guys are talking about when you throw around the numbers in wheels and tires. Can you make a video simplifying this?
When I lived in Australia I had a 1997 WRX STi 22B Sportswagon. It had all the style and power of a sedan but had the sleeper value of being a wagon. Still the best WRX STi that they ever made.
@@djrattis They never made a 22B wagon. It was probably a GF8 (Wagon) STi, but still a cool car.
Blobeye imo
Customer ratings are the 06-07 STI. But cmon, the 04 STI is just timeless
Agreed
Hell yea. I love my bug eye WRX
@@joshuawilliams1477 lmao, 04 isn’t a bug eye. They’re blob eyes.
Hawkeye for the win!!!!
@@ginobenedetto4943 lmao. I didn’t realize they stopped it so soon. I honestly thought it went from Bug to Hawk
The 'Best STi' is the one you actually paid money for to park in your Garage. Everyone else is either hating, pretending or likes something else.
💯
Yes this. My favorite STi is my recently blown and replaced 2013 non STi Impreza WRX lmfao
I just bought a 2021 STI after wanting one since I was a kid
Damn, that's amazi
My son returned from overseas, saved all his money for 10yrs. I bought him a 2019 STI 1 of 1 series gray special order in WRB. Shinjin tuned with about $15k in the nornal goodies. He absolutely loves his car and he gets to drive exotics daily with no signs he's gonna ever let it go.
You've wanted a 2021 STI since being a kid?
@@WesKaine zero common sense I guess ? He wanted a STI since he was a kid so he bought a new one. You already knew that I'm guessing and you're just trolling?
2021 aren't even out yet... must be a 2020
Let's just say the GD chassis STi was the best. Whether it's a hawk or a blob, they are both awesome.
Japan really played us by not giving us the ej207, truly a beast
Or the bugeye
gc cahassis by far
I have a 2009 STI with an ej207 swap for sale😁
You can always do a swap. Plenty of brand new EJ 207 engines on sale in many different configuration. You can import from UK or Australia. They are quite common over there. The only thing am not sure is the JDM 8k gauge cluster.
@@MegaBrenzy I'm using the JDM 8k cluster with my USDM blob wrx without an issue. Just don't try to rev it to 8k lol. I didn't try it, but a 207 is going in right now :)
Any other Subie owners watching 🤜🔥
WRX sti 2008💪
04 sti for the win
98 2.5rs soon to be rsti
Yeee 13
01 Rsti coupe original owner just swapped ej207 w 6speed dccd 🍻
As a blob eye owner, I watched this video waiting for the moment you spoke the truth and confirmed it was the best gen of all time
As an 05 sti owner I approve this message
I agree, not just because I actually own a 2003 WRX STI, but because you're actually right.. Doug Demuro said like "it feels raw, it feels fun, it feels fast".. and it's so true.. It is such a joy to own one, I will take good care of mine.
I knew the day I bought my 05 Sti that I was never going to regret it. My love goes out to all Subarus no matter what year.🙌🏻👍
U mean the blobeye.
U mean the blobeye?
Yes 04-05 are blobeyes
I see STI, I click.
“So you want a 2nd gen Lexus IS”
That intro goes hard too 🔥
Factory wise, any of the S-Lines: S201, S202, S203, S204, S206, S207, S208, & S209. Tuner wise, the Tommy Kairas or Prodrive specials.
Don't forget about the Type-R's, Type-RA's and Spec-C's
@@SzymkowiAK47 For rally, you could make the case for the Type RAs & the Type RA Spec C (which they were essentially road versions of the actual WRC cars). I was just thinking of Subarus for the street, which the S-Lines were made to conquer compared to all the other lines & trims. Would love to see the Type R return as the coupe STi it was back in the day.
@@xoulmannn me too
Coupé's are my favorite
Don’t forget about the brighton coupes
@@thenon-vapingsubie Those weren't STis tho, let alone WRXs. They were base model coupes, even under the RS, which were bbelow the WRXs themselves in performance. It's a fun 1st car tho.
Just wanna clear something up as an STI owner before comments get carried away. Headgaskets dont blow up on these cars, rods do. Whether it's from lugging the engine, poor maintenance, or pushing power, the rods and ringlands go boom. It sucks, but that's why there are aftermarket solutions like Air Oil Separators, cylinder 4 cooling mods, or just not driving like a madman (which im not saying you cant but). If you're looking to make power don't lug the engine and give her tons of love. Don't crank boost either. Keep it at below 400hp and you should be good without forging rods, getting a shortblock etc. This is all just what I've come to understand
Have had a Rex and STI and can confirm with the above statement. these are budget rally cars. Wanna go fast in a straight line with crazy power? just get a mustang.. Straight lines aren't what make these cars good.
Edit: Haven't blow a gasket or thrown a rod on either vehicle. STI (~50K Miles) Rex(~115K Miles before sold.)
@@GoHardization my STI is at 83k and strong! Only pushing 337whp as well
Can also confirm, that's 400 crank, not 400 whp also, those running 85@380~ whp @ 21-23 lbs stock with supporting mods and no internal are playing with fire imo, 85 is insurance but a lick of bad e could bend a rod at that level, plan out a good 8-12k for a built motor, heads, and turbo before you go big on stock and walk home.
My dumbass blew up my OBS by not putting oil in it and driving in up a UTV trail btw bois don't do that it's mad bad for your bumpers ask me how I know
@@itsyaboimat2393 lmao this guy. Live and learn eh? Haha
2008-2014 Wrx Sti hatchback
I love my hatch. I’m one of the very few in Pittsburgh that own one.
Yesssit
agreed
When the fourth gen came out, I was hard pressed on getting it. Then when the 2018 face lift came out, I was more pressed to buy one. But 50k (Canadian) is a lot of money, but it makes sense bc that’s for a fully loaded STI. Then, I started looking at used ones, and the third gen hatch caught my eye. Now, I’m looking at 2011+ hatches bc imo, they’re the best looking STI Subaru has ever made
Facts
My first time in a blob eye sti today. Have to say, one of the best moments of my life. But my heart will always be with the gc8 (the first Subaru I was ever in)
I have owned a first generation 2.2L, second generation STi, and third generation STi. I only still own one of them... Blob eye baby. All day! Nothing compares to the enjoyment I've gotten out of my GDB impreza. I love it so much, I bought a 05 9-2X Aero as a work car just so I can drive a GD chassis every day. IMO the GD chassis is one of the best chassis ever made! I have done everything in a GD chassis from smoke a Z06 corvette in the quarter mile to pull a 3/4 ton pickup out of a snowbank.. oh and drive my daughter home from the hospital when she was born and take the whole family on vacation or get groceries... The GD impreza truly DOES IT ALL!!
HE DID IT
OH MY GOD I REMEMBER ASKING AND THEY DID IT
As a 13' hatch owner, I gotta say Hawkeyes are my fav, 22Bs are dope too
Not an STI, but the 2.5rs coupes from 98-01 are amazing
They are amazing when they are EJ207 swapped
Yea they decent when modded but the 22b is the one that's amazing
@@bakihanma7247 or Type-R
Friend back in Florida has a full STI swapped 2.5rs he got from Germany. And it’s fucking MINT!
The US never got the my99 00 sti right ? Should have included that
Where all my bugeye boys at?
Let’s gooo
Aye aye aye
Here boss
You already know we rollin in the wagon 🥶
Yessir baby!! We in this btch
Lightweight GC8 always. First is always best
04 sti (blob eye) owner here and I love my year. It’s just too iconic!
rrrrriiiigggghhhhtttt
People love the Hawkeye!
Warms my heart every time I get in mine.
Thank me for keeping your dream alive. Thank me for my service. Now.
Hawkeye gets so much love its insane. Every time I go to my local Subie meets dudes with 15+'s constantly complement my Hawkeye WRX and tell me how much they want it. I honestly find it hilarious since I only bought a GD chassis cause they're more affordable. Id never trade it for a new one though this gen is so unique
I own a Hawkeye STi & hope to add a Bug & Blob to the collection in the next few years. The best model of all is the 2005 Blobeye with DCCD. Forged engine internals make this model more reliable than the Hawkeye/Stinkeye & Raptor (latest model) If you want an older model, grab one now as they're only becoming more sought after, especially cars with low mileage/kilometers on the odometer.
It's purely style but the Bugeye is my fave by far.
picked up an 06 wrx last year and absolutely love it
For me I always love from 2004 to 2007 STI
2008-2014 wrx sti hatchback. May be a little biased cuz I have a 2011 wrx hatch🖤
The STi widebody hatchbacks are one sexy beast.
Personally I like all subaru wrx's/sti's its the community subaru bring thats makes these companions worth it.
I never really noticed Subaru until around 2005. Just cruising around one day I heard an unusual exhaust note it turned out to be a blobeye Aspen White STi. That was all it took. I've owned 2 Subarus since then, with a third coming soon.
The 2005 sti is my personal favorite of the bunch
Hands down the 22B! I guess the 11-14 sedan/hatch as well lol
The sedan is so f'in ugly though.
My Hawkeye is almost done. Hope I can get in one of these vids
The blobeye is my favourite.
As a GF8 WRX owner, I still don’t think you can beat the OG ones. Shame the US didn’t get them in the full send mode. 🤘
I personally like the Hawkeye Wrx STI or even the 2.5 I RS base model where you could slap some sti mods to make it just as fast, sometimes the Bugeye Wrx STI, and of course the 22B STI or the 2.5 Rs version. Mind you it's all my opinion and I just like some Japanese cars in general.
In my opinion it’s the 7-14 stis they just have a sweet spot in my heart sure there not the most loved but they can and will really grow on you
I bought a brand new Sti in 2017, I’d have taken the blob eye IF I felt it’s engine wouldn’t blow while I owned it, I bought new because I wanted a car that wasn’t thrashed and beat to a pulp. I do love the styling of the blob eye and always will
I've always loved the Hawkeye the most hence why I own one.
love my Hawkeye I just recently picked up such a fun vehicle!
The one that leaks oil.
All of them 🥲😂
The one that blows it's head gasket
@@cryo2156 all of them😂
@@Isthissully ringlands... 😑
Love me a bug & blob eye but i will always want a 2013/14 sti hatchback
The best one is the one that has an "STi" badge on it
Yeah pissed the guy I bought it from debadged my STi.
Hawkeye ❤
Just a Type RA owner checking in. I have driven each gen STI we have received in the states. I am that weirdo that loves the bugeye front end coupled with a prodrive front bumper and if I had the space in my garage i would swap the JDM wider bugeye front onto a 06-07 hawkeye and do a WRC tribute build for fun. But for now I will stick to the OEM+ theme for my Type RA.
I don't have an sti but I have a 2019 wrx. Love it. Couldn't come to terms with the MPG and the fact I planned to daily my car so I had to go with the wrx lol.
Same here and I'm glad now looking at the price of gas . I paid 5.79 a gallon 2 days ago for premium. Gas Mileage is terrible in the sti
@@jesusisking1-v6v I still have my wrx but it's about 4.69 a gallon for premium currently where I live. Definitely unpleasant filling the car up lol.
Although not covered, I would take a GC8 Coupe!!
2014 STI Hatch.
Hella big mad!
22b is the greatest and will be forever.
Blobeye and 22b sti for me :). I haven’t even watched the full video yet... EDIT: 9:36 damn..guess I was right for the blobeye lol.
Day 134 asking fitment industries to do an episode on so you want a lotus exige s.
Real legends keep them old ones running
My 2014 sti hatch is the best match for me. Every year they don’t make another hatch, mine goes up in value can’t complain!!!
Man thanks for featuring my video of the subi (IX) fiji rep ) ..appreciate it ..love from fiji
my bro got the blobeye and i liked it alot but when i saw the hawkeye come out it was love at first sight and thats what I drive today !!
Bugeye is my favorite
Definitely the Blob-eye is the OG. I had one but sold it and kick myself everyday for it
My favorite is the gc8 sti
Agree... 04-07 is the best, and probably a very wise car to invest in as a garage queen. But the 06 is the king of the 04-07, IMO. The 06 STi Impreza (there were no WRX STi badged cars in 06, only STi Impreza was badged on the trunk and window stickers this year for some reason dropping the WRX part, who know why?) just had nicer tail lights then the 07. As I don't like the chrome Altezza look the STi and WRX models both came with in 07. The 06 STI had the same tail lights, design wise over all, but the inside was a gun metal dark grey instead of chrome. The 06 WRX had the chrome lights out back also like the 07s did, so I assume only the STi got these that year. The blob eye 04-05, was also almost as good looking to me. (I love the 02-03 STi looks, lucky guys in Japan) I guess it is a personal preference type deal as to which you like. But it is obvious that after 07 Subaru started cutting costs to keep the MSRP low, the cars were still sweet but are missing something that feels like a big elephant in the room that you just can't find. (Do they even still have BBS wheels, Brembo brakes, and MOMO interiors factory standard?) They turned into road cars, not rally cars like they should be. Then you drive a GC/GD STI and you know really quick what it is. Just overall feel and handling of the old lighter car is easily apparent. I really hope the all new 2022 STI lives up to the hype. With the new 2.4 FA STI block, That supposedly has forged rods and pistons installed factory, it should be a great 400 hp area blast. Finally allowing the STI to hit 60 mph in under 4.8 like the old 04-07 used to be capable of.
2007 WRX STi Spec C Type RA-R
Comes with equal length headers and a slightly bigger turbo from the factory, lightest model, stiffened suspension, bigger brakes and incredible white and yellow colour options.
This model you mention is the king (alongside the 22b) but I think only 600 were produced for Japan.
While I agree the Hawkeye is timeless. I still love my 12 Blurple hatchback
I own a 2003 bugeye and it's been the best car I've ever owned.
I honestly want a hatchback sti because I wanna go camping in it.
Nailed it. Hawkeye is the #1
I have a 2019 STi and it's a joy to drive.
YES BLOBEYE IS THE GOAT BEST LOOKING EYE LETS GOOOOO
Hawkeye looks better in my option but I do love my blobeye:)
@@arrowjohnson8965 raptor eye is the best in my opinion
I've always loved the meaneye, bugeye, and blobeye but the meaneye is definitely my favorite and I would fs own one.
i have a plasma blue pearl 2013 wrx and i love the widebody third gen , i feel like i never see them though . 2007 hawkeye STI will always be a strong contender for my fav but im so happy to have my third gen.
My favorites are mean eye, bugeye, and blobeye, and my guess is that blobeye will win just because it’s so iconic
I believe you came to the correct conclusion. Not to say other Stis aren't great. If the GD had the rear suspension of the newer models it would be my perfect car.
Hawkeye is the best eye. Periottt.
Gc8 is my favourite but I wanna own the hatchback
As much as I hate yo admit it, I think he is right, that's the STI that marked the before and after. Even though I think the current model is the most sold, but couldnt get there without the blob/hawk eye.
My personal opinion all of gd chassis is the "best STIs", but va chassis has brought a whole new level to family sedan sports car
I think the new generation look the best .. not the 2022 wrx but previous wrx and sti gens .that's what I bought .I love it
They're one of my favorite styles too! Lets see what they do with these. -Edgar
GD chassis for the win but the Hawkeye is my favourite.
Every video like this always skips the blob eye, thanks for not :D. It is defs my favorite and I owned a base model one for a while and have just upgraded to a 2021 sti
i would say the first gen subies like 23gc and 22b
I have a 2013 STI, but hands down the Hawk Eye is the best!
JDM GC8 STI chassis weighs 2700 lbs same power as other gens but 500 lbs lighter.
Inferior engine, worse chassis. Weight doesn't make everything on a car, hence why GD STIs are quicker on the track, they are an improvement.
My satin pearl white 07 Hawkeye STI is in dry storage, not many in her colour!
What kind of question is this?? The 22B of course!
I had a buddy in high school that had a bug-eye STI so I'm a bit partial to those, but also really like the hawk-eye's.
They are all cool but the 04 Peter Stevens design kicks ass!
GC8 FTW.
tip if you want a 06 or 07 wrx wagon look up saab 92x aero (turbo model) rebadged wrx wagon i have one just like the wagon
Best subaru STI will always hackeye 2.5 turbo. Look amazing and have good engi :D
The 2019-2021 Subaru WRX STI is the greatest STI of all time. I am not talking about the Type-RA or the S209. Just the regular STI. My reason for this is because unlike the 2015-2018 and any previous generation Subaru STI's, the 2019-2020 has the Type-RA engine which produces 310bhp stock and can way more than any other STI can on the stock block. I know a few people running 450whp reliably with a completely stock bottom end, and the reason for this is because of the upgraded internals in the Type-RA engine. Previous generation STI's can reliably handle around 350whp before you start running into issues. And the Type-RA can handle way more than 450whp. While I don't recommend it, one of my coworkers is making around 600whp on the stock block and actually daily drives his car. But the reliability really comes down to just having a good tune with supporting mods. Just goes to show how much the Ej257 has improved over the years. Despite its design flaws and common issues the EJ engine will always hold a special place in my heart, especially the EJ257 and EJ207.
blobeye my fav but can't deny the 15+ are better in almost every way..
I’ve always loved the blob eyes ❤️
The evo
Yuh
BugEye Impreza is legendary!!!
My name says it all! S202 was most brutal factory wrx sti
I love the 2014 sti. Believe it's called stink eye. Someone correct me if I'm wrong
That's the only name I've heard used.
I've heard it. But most of the ppl call the 8-14 a GR for the chassis code. Just like the 2015+ are VA chassis. All the ppl I've talked to stop with the "___ eye" after 07.
Agreed. I think the stink eye name is stupid. I use GV/GR.
@@junglemassive10 Yeah. And the whole mean eye/evo eye thing is also stupid. I just think chassis code is what's best after 07. Even the 02-07 ppl just call them GD's
I prefer eagle eye
Gc8 sti in my opinion
Still could have put a pick or video of the GC chassis, gave it a good mention since it's the original one
Still remember the day I pick up my 13’ hatch, was aiming for a Hawkeye sti at the beginning, but that car got picked up by a guy with a bag of cash right at the same day I see the car, so got a hatch instead. At the beginning I don’t really like it as much as GD one( cuz it looks not as cool as GD imo), but with 5 months ownership till now, have to say I would never sell this bad boy, just such a good old-fashioned turbo car to drive
This makes me miss my '13 Subie Hatchback :'( .. But yeah I could vouch for blobeye/hawkeye being the best.. Good vid, need more like these, like maybe the Z's next! :D
I have a 2020 STI so I’m biased but I love the Hawkeye and the jdm bugeye STI
Feeling justified in my recent purchase of an 04 impreza rs
I find it funny they used a GTA pic for the importing and Forza for the year pics. As a proud owner of a Hawkeye(sadly a 2.5i but plan on sti swapping some stuff) I still think it's the best. Also as I've had the car, I've come to love the bugeye look with the amount of hate that it gets, but wouldn't change my choice.. You should do what the best generation of Evo is.