Ej25 still problematic? - Page 2

hotdog · 01-09-2021, 07:07 AM

I'd also say people are buying the STI in spite of the EJ25, not 'because of'. In the market place today, the STI is a uniquely 'old new' device; the drivetrain is uniquely good, the 'analogness' of it all is unique in a more and more digital world. Hydraulic steering, the 6 speed, the differentials, all make the car special and 'different'. After having a 2015 WRX w/ the FA for 5 years, I can appreciate what that motor is: It's better. And a slightly amped up version ("Stage 2") with the STI parts (drivetrain) would be a fantastic car; it just doesn't exist today.

So you can either take a crappy 6 speed and 'boring' differential setup (WRX) with a good engine, or an old-and-not-as-good engine and the rest of the parts being better (STI).

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01-09-2021, 07:07 AM	#26
hotdog Scooby Specialist Member#: 197520 Join Date: Dec 2008 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: Columbus, OH Vehicle: 2020 WRX STI Magnetite Gray Metallic	I'd also say people are buying the STI in spite of the EJ25, not 'because of'. In the market place today, the STI is a uniquely 'old new' device; the drivetrain is uniquely good, the 'analogness' of it all is unique in a more and more digital world. Hydraulic steering, the 6 speed, the differentials, all make the car special and 'different'. After having a 2015 WRX w/ the FA for 5 years, I can appreciate what that motor is: It's better. And a slightly amped up version ("Stage 2") with the STI parts (drivetrain) would be a fantastic car; it just doesn't exist today. So you can either take a crappy 6 speed and 'boring' differential setup (WRX) with a good engine, or an old-and-not-as-good engine and the rest of the parts being better (STI). * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.