Subaru issue turbo STOP SALE on certain 08-09 models - Page 22

aznboi320 · 04-08-2008, 03:20 AM

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Originally Posted by subaru_sti293

Why is it the STI 2.0 liter has no problem than STI 2.5 USDM lots of issues .
Subaru issues temporary stop sale on all vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbo engine

they have been using the 2.0L for decades now, the 2.5L is practically a new engine, introduced in the 04 STi

***Bownse*** · 04-08-2008, 03:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Giant

I'm applauding the way Subaru is handling the paint chip issue...very aggressive

what paint chip issue? i have had a DGM STi for the past 2 months (and 2k miles) and haven't had any chipping.

and it is taking some gravel hits from our trash-laden streets.

(at 700 miles)

HRCboy · 04-08-2008, 03:48 AM

That is what my intercooler looks like as well. No rock chips but the intercooler is taking a beating!

***Bownse*** · 04-08-2008, 03:49 AM

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Originally Posted by HRCboy

That is what my intercooler looks like as well. No rock chips but the intercooler is taking a beating!

so far, this mod has been working out well (and no heat issues like some were concerned about).

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sti2relaxxin · 04-08-2008, 04:01 AM

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Originally Posted by DrPhyzx

Well... what is the part? Does he even know?

The missing part on backorder from Japan is a "stop sale" issued by Subaru. That is just what they are telling customers to not freak anybody out.

hairlesswookiee · 04-08-2008, 04:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Bownse

so far, this mod has been working out well (and no heat issues like some were concerned about).

2008 Subaru WRX STi - DIY Stone Guard

Awesome!!! i was wondering what happens when rocks, bags, misc. gets in there. thanks for that. i was hoping subaru would have something offered that did this job.

S'poreSTI · 04-08-2008, 05:09 AM

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Originally Posted by IceAgeTLC

That is my general opinion on it, however I'd like to hear what someone who works at a dealership would say about it. I hate coming off as an unreliable person, I have never backed down from any deal, but this happening to a $35,000 car I'm about to sign onto actually makes me feel queezy.

I wouldnt blame you for feeling a bit sick, this is not a great situation. my 2 cents would be to be patient and see what the details turn out to be. When the info on the issue & the fix is clear, if you are not feeling happy with it in any way, then get the 2k back & move on.

jmswinger · 04-08-2008, 05:26 AM

I know what you guys mean. I just got off the phone with my dealer and made the deposit for mine that hopefully will show up at the end of the month.

I also asked him and they seem to have NO clue on what subaru is going to do. He even said they might replace those cars but was not sure what the solution is going to be.

He did seem to imply that the issue is for a certain number of cars built within a certain time frame and that the new new ones are fine or at least that is what he says..

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Originally Posted by IceAgeTLC

That is my general opinion on it, however I'd like to hear what someone who works at a dealership would say about it. I hate coming off as an unreliable person, I have never backed down from any deal, but this happening to a $35,000 car I'm about to sign onto actually makes me feel queezy.

Merchgod · 04-08-2008, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by eracer22

Is real. Bought my STI on 4/5 and wasn't allowed to drive it off lot because apparently is missing a "backed-ordered part from Japan" as the salesman calls it. Looked at forums and found this thread. Guess i won't be getting my car anytime soon.

So, they sold you a vehicle that was part of the stop-sale? They should have known that by then, so it sounds like they wanted to make the sale regardless. That was one day after the annoucement came out. I guess it is possible they didn't read it, but the fact the salesman tries to sugar coat the issue by saying it is simply a "back ordered part from Japan" rather than an internal wear issue causing failed motors that Subaru still doesn't know the cause of makes me wonder. I would tried to get out of that sale if possible - call SOA.

Kilya · 04-08-2008, 06:00 AM

Id ask for my money back and just wait it out see what happends.

ETCMSSJoe · 04-08-2008, 06:17 AM

IMO, in order for Subaru to actually stop selling these cars, they must anticipate taking a SUBSTANTIAL financial hit on all of them that were already sold. It sounds like they have already acknowleged internally that drastic action will likely be required. Like everyone else here, I'm very anxious to find out exactly what's going on.

On another note, last night I gassed mine up (ouch) and drove the c*** out of it anyway - its just so much fun. I also tried to reproduce the "knocking" around 3000 RPM that has been discussed here. Nothing.

hef · 04-08-2008, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Bownse

what paint chip issue? i have had a DGM STi for the past 2 months (and 2k miles) and haven't had any chipping.

and it is taking some gravel hits from our trash-laden streets.

wash your car. inspect the bottom part of the seam between your rear door and rear fender flare. i had my car for 200 miles when i noticed it. i would have never noticed it had i not read about it here because there were only a couple paint chips. but because i knew where to look, i could see a couple chips. if you have no chips at all, you are lucky.

fstwrx02 · 04-08-2008, 08:15 AM

i'm on week seven of waiting for my sti to come in and i just received a call from the dealer this morning informing me that it is part of the "stop sale"

bklynpanman · 04-08-2008, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by fstwrx02

i'm on week seven of waiting for my sti to come in and i just received a call from the dealer this morning informing me that it is part of the "stop sale"

and.......... what else did they tell you

fstwrx02 · 04-08-2008, 08:22 AM

that they would keep me informed...they didn't tell me much more than what appeared on the initial post of this thread

04-08-2008, 03:48 AM	#318
HRCboy STI Driver Car: 08 STI and 07 R6 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 230 Join Date: Dec 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Subaru issue turbo STOP SALE on certain 08-09 models That is what my intercooler looks like as well. No rock chips but the intercooler is taking a beating!

04-08-2008, 06:00 AM	#325
Kilya STI Driver Posts: 227 Join Date: Aug 2007 Trader Rating: (1)	Re: Subaru issue turbo STOP SALE on certain 08-09 models Id ask for my money back and just wait it out see what happends.

04-08-2008, 06:17 AM	#326
ETCMSSJoe Silver Member Car: OBP 08 STi Fav Mod: Coming Soon Posts: 24 Join Date: Feb 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Subaru issue turbo STOP SALE on certain 08-09 models IMO, in order for Subaru to actually stop selling these cars, they must anticipate taking a SUBSTANTIAL financial hit on all of them that were already sold. It sounds like they have already acknowleged internally that drastic action will likely be required. Like everyone else here, I'm very anxious to find out exactly what's going on. On another note, last night I gassed mine up (ouch) and drove the c*** out of it anyway - its just so much fun. I also tried to reproduce the "knocking" around 3000 RPM that has been discussed here. Nothing.

04-08-2008, 08:15 AM	#328
fstwrx02 Amateur STI Driver Car: 2008 OBP sti Fav Mod: Coming Soon Location: Pa Posts: 16 Join Date: Apr 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Subaru issue turbo STOP SALE on certain 08-09 models i'm on week seven of waiting for my sti to come in and i just received a call from the dealer this morning informing me that it is part of the "stop sale"

04-08-2008, 08:22 AM	#330
fstwrx02 Amateur STI Driver Car: 2008 OBP sti Fav Mod: Coming Soon Location: Pa Posts: 16 Join Date: Apr 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Subaru issue turbo STOP SALE on certain 08-09 models that they would keep me informed...they didn't tell me much more than what appeared on the initial post of this thread This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.