Mar 20, 2022 · With an upgraded center differential, stronger transmission, and stronger clutch, the WRX STI could handle a lot more hard-driving than ever before. According to Hagerty, this made the Hawkeye WRX and STi very desirable, and called them "the best-regarded years of …

Nov 5, 2020 · The Mean Eye WRX STI with its 2.2L engine is known for its impressive performance, and the Forester STI SG9 offers a great blend of versatility and power. It’s clear that you’re a true Subaru enthusiast.

Oct 18, 2021 · Dubbed the “Bugeye” by Subaru fans, the WRX was pretty much everything we'd hoped. It had a five-speed gearbox, all-wheel-drive, and a turbocharged 2.0L engine making 227 hp in factory form.

Aug 1, 2022 · Compared to the Bugeye, the Subaru WRX Blobeye offered greater power, outputting 225 horsepower and 300 newton-meter (or 221 pound-feet) of torque. Apart from better looks, the WRX Blobeye...

Jan 30, 2011 · 100% of bugeye STis are right hand drive and were sold to overseas markets. If you found a left hand drive, street legal US 2002 or 2003 STi, it is merely a replica or an engine swap in a US WRX body.

overall, favourite i’ve owned is probably my first WRB wrx, was a 2003 bugeye. Nicest one is probably my current 2007 WRX, unfortunately haven’t had an STI but i’ve been in lots of them. the best of all worlds for WRX would probably be 2002/3, the best of all worlds STI is probably 2005.

Dec 27, 2022 · Is the Bug Eye WRX a good buy in 2022? I found the pictured bugeye wagon listed for 5k in my state. The seller didn't seem to know about any major services, such as engine overhauls, turbo replacements, and the like.

Oct 26, 2022 · I've got a 2002 sti bugeye that had 233k KMs on its original motor when I bought it and it's still going strong. The earlier ones can sometimes be better with the 2.0L due to thicker cylinder walls. WRX 5-speeds can be a bit dodgy and start to break once you start pushing about 300~hp if you're driving it hard.

The Subaru WRX is an automotive legend. It’s the rallying car of choice for the World Rally Championship (WRC). Here’s the second generation WRX story, from the Bugeye to the Blobeye and...

May 17, 2011 · Do you think that in a matter of 5 years the Bugeye WRX will be considered a classic among Subaru enthusiasts? Do you think it will have an effect on price? and what impact would modifications have on the appeal? I would also like some insight into your thought process.