2008 STI Bugs?

Dj Hurricane · 01-09-2008, 05:22 PM

Hello all. Thanks for all the feedback on my pre-order disaster!

Instead of kicking a dead horse, I figured Id ask you guys opinions abut something that troubles me some...

When I bought my LGT in 05, it was the first of a totally re-done platform.
I love my LGt; however, there were alot of issues with the 2005's... (Bugs)
from CELs, to thermostat issues, to ECU and injectors needing replacement...
the 06, and 07 models were a great improvement, and offered extras
(Nav at the time). Cant say it was enough that i wish I would have waited, but then came THE SPEC B!

So, my question is..

How much of this will we see in 08 with the new STI platform?

Or..

Considering the new STI is on a revised Legacy platform, will most "bugs have been worked out with the LGT?

Im hoping for the latter!!

waktasz · 01-09-2008, 05:31 PM

No way to really tell yet, but Subarus have become one of the most reliable brands over the years.

Pre · 01-09-2008, 05:34 PM

My main concern with a car is its engine. This engine isn't some new deal for the company, and one guy on this site has already taken the new engine apart. Find and read his posts. I wouldn't be that concerned with it myself. It's under warranty anyways.

Dj Hurricane · 01-09-2008, 05:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pre

My main concern with a car is its engine. This engine isn't some new deal for the company, and one guy on this site has already taken the new engine apart. Find and read his posts. I wouldn't be that concerned with it myself. It's under warranty anyways.

Well they did introduce the whole Variable Valve thing this year for the first time...

or

Still,
Im not suggesting that they will be un-reliable...

chmura · 01-09-2008, 05:52 PM

I NEVER buy first year models. You get two huge negatives when doing that. You pay full or close to MSRP and plus you are a "guinea pig" to work out first year bugs. No thank you.

I have a car to drive so I will get a 2009 STI.

When I got my 2007 Lexus IS250 I really wanted it in 2005 when they were coming out. People were paying MSRP and really close to it for the IS250. I waited patiently and got almost $6000 off MSRP plus I got an 2007 with a few known minor bugs worked out. I got double the deal.

waktasz · 01-09-2008, 05:55 PM

I'd agree somewhat, but Subaru has a good (great?) track record with these cars. The 02, 04 and 06 models have been reliable as any. I have an 06 WRX and have had zero issues at all. I'm confident the 08 will be a solid car. And for once I'm going to keep it stock for a while, so I'll even have a warranty! What a feeling!!

JD_STI · 01-09-2008, 06:02 PM

The 07's came with one gigantic C0ckroach of a problem. One that SOA decided to shove under the rug.

EDIT: apparently ****roach is a bad word.

waktasz · 01-09-2008, 06:03 PM

That's true but they weren't a first year model

JD_STI · 01-09-2008, 06:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by waktasz

That's true but they weren't a first year model

which makes even less sense, I know.

MY06SILVERSTi · 01-09-2008, 06:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JD_STI

The 07's came with one gigantic C0ckroach of a problem. One that SOA decided to shove under the rug.

EDIT: apparently ****roach is a bad word.

I need to make that my signature. That is so true and so sad.

polyol · 01-09-2008, 06:37 PM

What exactly has been the problem with the 07's?

***Draco-REX*** · 01-09-2008, 06:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by waktasz

That's true but they weren't a first year model

I think the 07s were a trial-run of some of the changes for the 08s.

Rootus · 01-09-2008, 06:39 PM

I believe Subaru is one of the brands for which Consumer Reports feels comfortable recommending new models without any history. A distinction shared by Honda, Scion, and up until recently, Toyota. That speaks well for Subaru. Toyota, on the other hand, apparently has slipped a bit and needs to refocus on quality or risk losing their reputation.

***Draco-REX*** · 01-09-2008, 06:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dj Hurricane

Well they did introduce the whole Variable Valve thing this year for the first time...

or

Still,
Im not suggesting that they will be un-reliable...

AVCS has been on the STIs since 04. However, I believe it was just on the intake cam. For 08 it is now on both cams.

**Digitalfiend** · 01-09-2008, 07:10 PM

I was a bit torn between waiting for MY09 or buying an MY08. The only really new thing on this car is the rear suspension and even that is somewhat a derivative of the Legacy setup, which seems to be working well. The engine, tranny, brakes, etc, are all tried and true so I doubt there will be any real problems. The quad exhaust looks like it might pose a small challenge for an aftermarket exhaust options, but the potential is still there.

The fact that this car has so many pluses going for it, I think I'll survive any minor issues that come with the first model year of a new car. The only reason to wait for an MY09, in my opinion, is that we might see Recaros, the push-start button, and other minor improvements (maybe a small power increase.) I can't wait for Subaru of Canada to announce pricing for the new STI. I wish they would get on with it...

01-09-2008, 05:22 PM	#1
Dj Hurricane STI Driver Car: 08 DGM BBS NAV Fav Mod: Cobb AP Location: Miami Beach Posts: 297 Join Date: Jan 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	2008 STI Bugs? Hello all. Thanks for all the feedback on my pre-order disaster! Instead of kicking a dead horse, I figured Id ask you guys opinions abut something that troubles me some... When I bought my LGT in 05, it was the first of a totally re-done platform. I love my LGt; however, there were alot of issues with the 2005's... (Bugs) from CELs, to thermostat issues, to ECU and injectors needing replacement... the 06, and 07 models were a great improvement, and offered extras (Nav at the time). Cant say it was enough that i wish I would have waited, but then came THE SPEC B! So, my question is.. How much of this will we see in 08 with the new STI platform? Or.. Considering the new STI is on a revised Legacy platform, will most "bugs have been worked out with the LGT? Im hoping for the latter!! This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

01-09-2008, 05:31 PM	#2
waktasz Professional STI Racer Car: 02 Penis Extender Fav Mod: Autotrader.com Location: Philly Posts: 818 Join Date: Jan 2006 Trader Rating: (1)	Re: 2008 STI Bugs? No way to really tell yet, but Subarus have become one of the most reliable brands over the years.

01-09-2008, 05:34 PM	#3
Pre STI Driver Posts: 222 Join Date: Feb 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: 2008 STI Bugs? My main concern with a car is its engine. This engine isn't some new deal for the company, and one guy on this site has already taken the new engine apart. Find and read his posts. I wouldn't be that concerned with it myself. It's under warranty anyways.

01-09-2008, 05:52 PM	#5
chmura STI Driver Car: 07 Lexus IS250 Fav Mod: Future 09 STI Owner :) Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 211 Join Date: Dec 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: 2008 STI Bugs? I NEVER buy first year models. You get two huge negatives when doing that. You pay full or close to MSRP and plus you are a "guinea pig" to work out first year bugs. No thank you. I have a car to drive so I will get a 2009 STI. When I got my 2007 Lexus IS250 I really wanted it in 2005 when they were coming out. People were paying MSRP and really close to it for the IS250. I waited patiently and got almost $6000 off MSRP plus I got an 2007 with a few known minor bugs worked out. I got double the deal. Last edited by chmura : 01-09-2008 at 05:56 PM.

01-09-2008, 05:55 PM	#6
waktasz Professional STI Racer Car: 02 Penis Extender Fav Mod: Autotrader.com Location: Philly Posts: 818 Join Date: Jan 2006 Trader Rating: (1)	Re: 2008 STI Bugs? I'd agree somewhat, but Subaru has a good (great?) track record with these cars. The 02, 04 and 06 models have been reliable as any. I have an 06 WRX and have had zero issues at all. I'm confident the 08 will be a solid car. And for once I'm going to keep it stock for a while, so I'll even have a warranty! What a feeling!!

01-09-2008, 06:02 PM	#7
JD_STI Spec C Club Car: 07 STI Fav Mod: Zzyzx Coilovers Location: SoCal Posts: 1,196 Join Date: Jul 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: 2008 STI Bugs? The 07's came with one gigantic C0ckroach of a problem. One that SOA decided to shove under the rug. EDIT: apparently ****roach is a bad word.

01-09-2008, 06:03 PM	#8
waktasz Professional STI Racer Car: 02 Penis Extender Fav Mod: Autotrader.com Location: Philly Posts: 818 Join Date: Jan 2006 Trader Rating: (1)	Re: 2008 STI Bugs? That's true but they weren't a first year model

01-09-2008, 06:37 PM	#11
polyol Spec C Club Car: 04 STi Fav Mod: Motor Mounts Location: Eugene Posts: 2,263 Join Date: Oct 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: 2008 STI Bugs? What exactly has been the problem with the 07's?

01-09-2008, 06:39 PM	#13
Rootus S204 Racer Location: Mahan, OR Posts: 2,904 Join Date: Sep 2005 Trader Rating: (1)	Re: 2008 STI Bugs? I believe Subaru is one of the brands for which Consumer Reports feels comfortable recommending new models without any history. A distinction shared by Honda, Scion, and up until recently, Toyota. That speaks well for Subaru. Toyota, on the other hand, apparently has slipped a bit and needs to refocus on quality or risk losing their reputation.

01-09-2008, 07:10 PM	#15
Digitalfiend Super Moderator Car: 08 DGM STI Fav Mod: My wife :) Location: Brooklin, Ontario Posts: 5,514 Join Date: Oct 2003 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: 2008 STI Bugs? I was a bit torn between waiting for MY09 or buying an MY08. The only really new thing on this car is the rear suspension and even that is somewhat a derivative of the Legacy setup, which seems to be working well. The engine, tranny, brakes, etc, are all tried and true so I doubt there will be any real problems. The quad exhaust looks like it might pose a small challenge for an aftermarket exhaust options, but the potential is still there. The fact that this car has so many pluses going for it, I think I'll survive any minor issues that come with the first model year of a new car. The only reason to wait for an MY09, in my opinion, is that we might see Recaros, the push-start button, and other minor improvements (maybe a small power increase.) I can't wait for Subaru of Canada to announce pricing for the new STI. I wish they would get on with it... This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.