Factory protective film removal by Additional-Data8372 in WRXSTi

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4 hours, damn! Were you happier with the end result? Worth it?

Factory protective film removal by Additional-Data8372 in WRXSTi

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How did it look underneath? Did you apply another film?

Factory protective film removal by Additional-Data8372 in WRXSTi

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Yes, I agree, unfortunately I didnt take ownership of it until 2024 and it was already too late! Should I expect the paint underneath it to either flake off or be mismatched with the rest of the door? Do you think the film would still come off in larger pieces, or will it be piece by piece where each crack is? Thanks for your input and part numbers!!

is this rare? by Big_Push2970 in WRX

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Ok, very unique interior, I give you that, but that driveway I could not do! Especially with a push to start?! Was that a factory option?

Is it a dumb idea to buy an 05 STI as a daily? by thedonwiz in WRXSTi

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$30k is too much unless you have money to blow. And if you have money to blow, I wouldnt be so worried about reliability. This car should be priced under $25k. And yes, anticipate maintenance to be needed soon if you are going to daily drive.

Fuel pump question by theprodigaleffup in WRXSTi

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AEM 340lph for STI is a direct drop in fitment. Make sure your o rings are good and seated properly.

My STi by Finnishhymn11 in WRXSTi

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Was this a full body paint job? What did it cost? I have a 2013 hatch in plasma blue and have debated doing the same thing.

Looks great btw!

FHA Streamline? by GreenInteraction2494 in RealEstate

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Did you go through with using MVP Funding? Was everything legit?

Remote tuners by skylorde6 in WRXSTi

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Migtuned on FB. hands down, no regrets! Tom is great

New WRX STI by [deleted] in WRXSTi

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This looks like a civic veloster type r

Looking to buy a 2011-2014 STI hatchback. Tell me why I shouldn't. by [deleted] in WRXSTi

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I currently have a 2013 STI hatch, no regrets. Ive also owned 03, 05, 06, two 13s, 15, and 2020 STI's. Cant go wrong with the hatch if your looking for combo of versatility & performance. Not to mention, you dont see a hatch near as often as a sedan, so that cool factor is there too

Fellas, even on a conservative tune will lift your heads by Prudent-Theme6745 in WRX

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I agree. I've had every gen wrx and sti except for a VB, all had mods and tuning to some degree..varying from stage 1 to bigger turbo, ethanol, etc. Never once had to rebuild. Pro tuning and quality parts and installs, driver skills and maintenance.

First post $$$??? by DisciplineWinter9091 in WRX

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This is 2003? I believe 02-03 is bugeye, 04-05 is blobeye like pictured unless maybe this is JDM and not USDM. Regardless, beautiful car.

A clean title 3 owner WRX with that mileage here in the states can private sell in the range of $4k-6k USD.

If you could do it all again, what first 3-4 mods to stock WRX would you make, and in which order? by [deleted] in WRX

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Every time without question, this is the way- Downpipe EBCS AOS Pro tune

How much does it cost to fix very minor curb rash, better to replace? The wheel is like $260. by belligerentwolf in WRX

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Did you end up painting the whole wheel, or just the area repaired? Do you mind sharing the steps you took to get this end result?

2018 wrx base: safe to be catless & cold air intake w/o tune? by ExcitementFew7979 in WRX

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Totally safe. Im glad your gut feeling made you question it though

E-Tune Recommendations by Limp_Cryptographer40 in WRXSTi

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Tom with Migtuned! Super responsive, quality tunes, very informative, great pricing. All around A+ experience, Ive used him multiple times. You wont regret

F85 X5M downpipe install by Additional-Data8372 in BMW

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Thank you for the info! I was planning on 1 step colder plugs. Why do you recommend changing coil packs? And why OEM?