@7:06 - this is why you buy a specific car, 100%. It's the car you want to drive and makes you happy. Recommendations for EJ engines: change oil every 3k miles / 5k KM religiously, high octane fuel only, and please please get an AOS - air oil separator (IAG V3). This will increase the longevity of your EJ engine. Also, if you care more about reliability to sacrifice a bit of the beautiful rumble, switch from the stock unequal length headers to equal length headers - much better for the overall engine life. Enjoy.
Thank you for the advice i did its first oil change at 1k and now im doing it every 3k it’s actually do for one i just hit 4k miles on it probably in the next couple weeks i gotta set up the appointment 🤙🏽
Just fyi, the difference in that WRX you drove initially and the STI is way more than hydraulic steering and a wing. The STI has the EJ257 motor while the WRX is an FA20 with direct injection (originally debuted in the BRZ/FRS). Two completely different motors. I believe that the WRX also does not have DCCD. Congratulations on the car!! I have a 2015 STI limited, and it's such a pure and visceral driving experience. I'd recommend following Josh Bader on his BaderBuilt channel to learn what your car is capable of, or if you're looking to do a build in the future. Also, first mod recommendation - IAG Air Oil Separator. Have fun!!
@@Michael-nv4jmI did a little, but some people just don't know. A little research and education goes a long way especially when you're putting out $40k+. I love the platform and it's been my dream car since I was 12. $13k left to pay it off, then 750whp build coming. Trying to share the love. This platform will be the best of the last, so if you've got one, hold onto it!!
@@johncoxisme Agreed. Unfortunately refinement will win over mechanical feel. Undoubtedly the next STI will be direct injection, DCT, and have a power steering rack.
@@Michael-nv4jm You are 💯 right.... the manual transmission alone is all but dead, and when you look at the instant torque and power you get from an EV (think Tesla Plaid), the days are numbered for the 4 cylinder turbos. But people are already paying a premium to row their own gears... just look at the demand for a 6 speed in the 2021 Porsche 911 GT3... it's slower than the 7-speed dual clutch automatic, but the driving experience is just not the same (and buyers are paying MORE). That's why I predict these STI's will continue to hold and even gain value. Driving experience of hydraulic steering, manual only, DCCD, torque vectoring with a low center of gravity horizontal 4 and that blessed 🙌 turbo noise. Yes please 🙏. There's a reason STI (insert golf R, Evo, etc.) owners acknowledge each other like street bikes do. When you know, you know.
You literally almost drove to my pad , I live off Monterey/country club . Have fun , that car is bullet proof and under warranty. I drive mine hard in the heat , it’s fine
STI is arriving in Oct. and already ordering the Q300 exhaust system :) I listen to exhaust reviews with my BOSE headset sometimes to feel/hear the awesome rumble :)
@@Martin944turbo Congratulations bro you’re going to love it! Im saving up for a better microphone so i can get even cleaner sound of that beautiful rumble ☺️
I've got a 2019 mustang gt in a 6 speed with the performance pack but I'm trading it in for a white 2021 sti next month when it gets here. Reason is I want a car that offers superior handling with that all wheel drive and can be thrown in the corners without feeling that extra weight that the mustang has. I'm willing to sacrifice the horsepower for that and I think in the end it will be the better choice for me in the long run 😎
My buddy has a 2020 Mustang with the supercharger installer by the dealer (650 wheel hp). It's great for straight lines and the STI is a completely different experience and more fun for daily driving around bends and curves for sure! Excellent choice and even better if there's snow in your area :)
I agree I’ve had a 19 a 20 and now a 2021. You definitely don’t buy an Sti cause there fast that’s for sure. You buy it cause it’s just fun to drive. But it does get annoying when everyone wants to race you thinking there fast. If you want fast look elsewhere!
Tesla bro specially the way gas is and unless they change the looks of the 2022 sti idk. I was thinking of upgrading to a tesla too after i pay off my STI
@@VelosterRally16_UVexactly, Subaru wrx sti have been my favourite car for years ever since I watched a rally video, my mom owns a Subaru wrx 2016 manual, right now I own a Mitsubishi Lancer limited se manual 2017 as well, after I pay this car off which is in half a year, I’ll be buying a brand new car, my decision is going to either be a Subaru wrx sti 2022 manual or a Tesla model 3 performance, Because if gas I’m going more towards the Tesla, my gf telling me to get a Tesla to but tbh in 3 years I’m going to be owning both cars but in the next year it’s more likely a Tesla…
@@VelosterRally16_UV by the way this year I bought a Mitsubishi Lancer limited se manual because I didn’t have enough money for a Subaru wrx sti not even close, but time is coming and it’ll be a very hard decision
Great vid Bro! I had a 2002 Bug eye and have a 2004 sti now. Love the 2021.
Thanks bro this is my first one and loving every second lol
@7:06 - this is why you buy a specific car, 100%. It's the car you want to drive and makes you happy. Recommendations for EJ engines: change oil every 3k miles / 5k KM religiously, high octane fuel only, and please please get an AOS - air oil separator (IAG V3). This will increase the longevity of your EJ engine. Also, if you care more about reliability to sacrifice a bit of the beautiful rumble, switch from the stock unequal length headers to equal length headers - much better for the overall engine life. Enjoy.
Thank you for the advice i did its first oil change at 1k and now im doing it every 3k it’s actually do for one i just hit 4k miles on it probably in the next couple weeks i gotta set up the appointment 🤙🏽
Just fyi, the difference in that WRX you drove initially and the STI is way more than hydraulic steering and a wing. The STI has the EJ257 motor while the WRX is an FA20 with direct injection (originally debuted in the BRZ/FRS). Two completely different motors. I believe that the WRX also does not have DCCD. Congratulations on the car!! I have a 2015 STI limited, and it's such a pure and visceral driving experience. I'd recommend following Josh Bader on his BaderBuilt channel to learn what your car is capable of, or if you're looking to do a build in the future. Also, first mod recommendation - IAG Air Oil Separator. Have fun!!
I think all car enthusiasts who watched this cringed when he said the WRX Performance was basically an "STI without the wing". lol.
@@Michael-nv4jmI did a little, but some people just don't know. A little research and education goes a long way especially when you're putting out $40k+. I love the platform and it's been my dream car since I was 12. $13k left to pay it off, then 750whp build coming. Trying to share the love. This platform will be the best of the last, so if you've got one, hold onto it!!
@@johncoxisme Agreed. Unfortunately refinement will win over mechanical feel. Undoubtedly the next STI will be direct injection, DCT, and have a power steering rack.
@@Michael-nv4jm You are 💯 right.... the manual transmission alone is all but dead, and when you look at the instant torque and power you get from an EV (think Tesla Plaid), the days are numbered for the 4 cylinder turbos. But people are already paying a premium to row their own gears... just look at the demand for a 6 speed in the 2021 Porsche 911 GT3... it's slower than the 7-speed dual clutch automatic, but the driving experience is just not the same (and buyers are paying MORE). That's why I predict these STI's will continue to hold and even gain value. Driving experience of hydraulic steering, manual only, DCCD, torque vectoring with a low center of gravity horizontal 4 and that blessed 🙌 turbo noise. Yes please 🙏. There's a reason STI (insert golf R, Evo, etc.) owners acknowledge each other like street bikes do. When you know, you know.
You literally almost drove to my pad , I live off Monterey/country club . Have fun , that car is bullet proof and under warranty. I drive mine hard in the heat , it’s fine
Oh dang yah you’re only a couple mins away im down we gotta set something up would love to show beast on my channel!
Yes , I’m down . My car is pretty much stock but I’ve got a Tomei exhaust. Mine is new also
@@VelosterRally16_UV I’m down to meet up and cruise the STIs or just park/chill . Video content would be cool I’m sure
Just by watching this video and hearing that rumble, i feel the need to drive my STi lol
That’s awesome bro! Im glad to hear it! Yah its such an addicting sound 😌🤙🏽
STI is arriving in Oct. and already ordering the Q300 exhaust system :) I listen to exhaust reviews with my BOSE headset sometimes to feel/hear the awesome rumble :)
@@Martin944turbo Congratulations bro you’re going to love it! Im saving up for a better microphone so i can get even cleaner sound of that beautiful rumble ☺️
That shift knob fireeee , which one is ??
I've got a 2019 mustang gt in a 6 speed with the performance pack but I'm trading it in for a white 2021 sti next month when it gets here. Reason is I want a car that offers superior handling with that all wheel drive and can be thrown in the corners without feeling that extra weight that the mustang has. I'm willing to sacrifice the horsepower for that and I think in the end it will be the better choice for me in the long run 😎
My buddy has a 2020 Mustang with the supercharger installer by the dealer (650 wheel hp). It's great for straight lines and the STI is a completely different experience and more fun for daily driving around bends and curves for sure! Excellent choice and even better if there's snow in your area :)
I agree I’ve had a 19 a 20 and now a 2021. You definitely don’t buy an Sti cause there fast that’s for sure. You buy it cause it’s just fun to drive. But it does get annoying when everyone wants to race you thinking there fast. If you want fast look elsewhere!
Next year for me will be a really hard decision it’s either a Tesla model 3 performance 0-60 in 3 seconds or a Subaru wrx sti 2022…
Tesla bro specially the way gas is and unless they change the looks of the 2022 sti idk. I was thinking of upgrading to a tesla too after i pay off my STI
@@VelosterRally16_UVexactly, Subaru wrx sti have been my favourite car for years ever since I watched a rally video, my mom owns a Subaru wrx 2016 manual, right now I own a Mitsubishi Lancer limited se manual 2017 as well, after I pay this car off which is in half a year, I’ll be buying a brand new car, my decision is going to either be a Subaru wrx sti 2022 manual or a Tesla model 3 performance, Because if gas I’m going more towards the Tesla, my gf telling me to get a Tesla to but tbh in 3 years I’m going to be owning both cars but in the next year it’s more likely a Tesla…
@@VelosterRally16_UV by the way this year I bought a Mitsubishi Lancer limited se manual because I didn’t have enough money for a Subaru wrx sti not even close, but time is coming and it’ll be a very hard decision
The new 5.0 mustang are quick. Did u test drive one?
Yah i tested out a pp1 it was really nice but gas was gonna be killing me 😂 balling on a budget lol
@@VelosterRally16_UV i see. STI still nice but a lot of quicker cars out there now for 40k. If you're just a family man then STI is a good choice.
You are right by my pad , we should do a video together one day about the STIs
When are the race videos coming?
Once gas prices drop 😂 4.80 for 91 atm lol
@@VelosterRally16_UV bro, Costco gas. Remember? Lol
4.15 a gallon at Costco