1996 Subaru Impreza wrx STi v2 review from Australia and New Zealand
"Mechanicals are a problem, but power is not"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Blew clutch up at 73000.
Replaced gearbox 3 times in 6000 kms.
Motor snapped valves at 103200 got motor reconditoned $4900.
New motor melted piston at 103900.
General comments?
I have don't have any problems with the cars acceleration or handling as it feels like a jet taking off and handles like sh*t on a blanket.
Quicker and handles better than a evo 2, 3, and a 5 as proven in my town.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | ej20 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 71000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 104000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Nissan Cefiro |
| Date of Entry | 4th October, 2005 |