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MikeK · 2004-09-22, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Dean

I don't know... He was at the dealership getting an oil change.... I think he loses points on that front...

I think it was $350 for oil changes for life every 3k miles. When I factored in how much it would cost me in replaced engines if I applied my procrastination to the job it seemed like a bargain

MikeK · 2004-09-22, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeSTI

and for only $500 I got the lifetime oil chage deal

man are they going to want to re-think that one soon

Ouch, they must have been running a "special" that day

doubleurx · 2004-09-22, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeK

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Originally Posted by MikeSTI

and for only $500 I got the lifetime oil chage deal

man are they going to want to re-think that one soon

Ouch, they must have been running a "special" that day

OK so, STI?

or Tranny.

And wait, you need to change your oil????????/

Kevin M · 2004-09-22, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by doubleurx

OK so, STI?

or Tranny.

Defeated advantages of Sti vs. your WRX:

Brakes: check.
Power: check.
Suspension: check.
gearbox:...uhhh....

Go with the 6MT in your WRX. I think you and sperry both would be just as fast as if you started over on an STi.

Kevin M · 2004-09-22, 10:40 PM

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Originally Posted by doubleurx

STI injectors
VF-34
STI intercooler
Stoptech brakes (Nate has first dibs)
Vishnu Sig series exhaust.

Of those, only the VF34 will transfer to the STi. I think the Stoptechs would, but that would be kinda silly. The injectors are the wrong type, and the Vishnu Signature downpipe doesn't clear the 6MT. Guess you gotta sell that anyway, or have Nate rotate or move the catalytic converter downstream for you.

sperry · 2004-09-22, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by BAN SUVS

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Originally Posted by doubleurx

STI injectors
VF-34
STI intercooler
Stoptech brakes (Nate has first dibs)
Vishnu Sig series exhaust.

Of those, only the VF34 will transfer to the STi. I think the Stoptechs would, but that would be kinda silly. The injectors are the wrong type, and the Vishnu Signature downpipe doesn't clear the 6MT. Guess you gotta sell that anyway, or have Nate rotate or move the catalytic converter downstream for you.

Really!? What about the non-signature version that I have? If I get a 6MT, will I need a new exhaust?

Kevin M · 2004-09-22, 11:19 PM

The Aussie exhaust fits fine. The divorced wastegate tube on the Signature forces the cat too close to the 6MT to fit.

doubleurx · 2004-09-23, 08:29 AM

If I did this, I was only planning on transferring my suspension and the gauges. Everything else would be up for grabs.

However, last night I was thinking (rare occurence for me), and Lithia right now would need 10K on top of my car for Jason's white STI with the no cat invidia exhaust. While that doesn't seem to unreasonable, it occured to me that I would have to get it smogged here in Truckee. It certainly will not pass if the check engine light is on and/or they notice there are no cats. That would turn into a royal PIA. Also I would be paying taxes at 7.75% on the 28,500 purchase. That means an additional $2200. So considering we are now 12K apart, I am still strongly considering the tranny solution. I'm sure I could sell some of my performance parts for around 2,000 - 3,000, but considering the smog issue, I think I would need to find a stock STI or go for an 05.

Either way, I'm gonna spend a ton of cash in the next few weeks which completely sucks!. That does suck about the exhaust, but Nate thinks he would have a buyer ready to go to buy either the stage 1 or the full stage 2.

MikeSTI · 2004-09-23, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by MikeK

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Originally Posted by MikeSTI

and for only $500 I got the lifetime oil chage deal

man are they going to want to re-think that one soon

Ouch, they must have been running a "special" that day

I can go in more then 4 times a year is the difference. every 3k which is like every month and a half you can find me at the dealer

JC · 2004-09-23, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by doubleurx

Either way, I'm gonna spend a ton of cash in the next few weeks which completely sucks!. That does suck about the exhaust, but Nate thinks he would have a buyer ready to go to buy either the stage 1 or the full stage 2.

Ya but either way you will end up with a sweet car.

MikeK · 2004-09-23, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by MikeSTI

I can go in more then 4 times a year is the difference. every 3k which is like every month and a half you can find me at the dealer

Ahh, that explains it, I think I can only go in 4 times a year.

MikeSTI · 2004-09-23, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by doubleurx

If I did this, I was only planning on transferring my suspension and the gauges. Everything else would be up for grabs.

However, last night I was thinking (rare occurence for me), and Lithia right now would need 10K on top of my car for Jason's white STI with the no cat invidia exhaust. While that doesn't seem to unreasonable, it occured to me that I would have to get it smogged here in Truckee. It certainly will not pass if the check engine light is on and/or they notice there are no cats. That would turn into a royal PIA. Also I would be paying taxes at 7.75% on the 28,500 purchase. That means an additional $2200. So considering we are now 12K apart, I am still strongly considering the tranny solution. I'm sure I could sell some of my performance parts for around 2,000 - 3,000, but considering the smog issue, I think I would need to find a stock STI or go for an 05.

Either way, I'm gonna spend a ton of cash in the next few weeks which completely sucks!. That does suck about the exhaust, but Nate thinks he would have a buyer ready to go to buy either the stage 1 or the full stage 2.

in the end your the one that has to live with the chose you make, but I'm sure we can get a solution to the invidia exhaust :wink:

MikeK · 2004-09-23, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by doubleurx

Also I would be paying taxes at 7.75% on the 28,500 purchase. That means an additional $2200. So considering we are now 12K apart, I am still strongly considering the tranny solution.

I didn't realize you had to pay tax on used vehicles. That sucks, the tranny is definately looking like a better option.

In fact, a new 05 is looking better than the used STi. New cars are about 31k + tax these days right, so for $2500 more you don't need to worry about whether it has been beaten or getting smog checks or anything else.

For some reason in my mind I thought you could do the trade for a couple of thousand more than fixing your tranny, but with those numbers I would say just fix your WRX.

BTW if you buy an STi privately, they seem to be going for around $26k ... I asume there is no tax with a private seller, but then you have the hassle of getting rid of your car somehow. I don't think a dealer would be so generous if you weren't about to buy a car off them.

p.s. "$200 for a track day? Wow that is cheap!"

doubleurx · 2004-09-23, 08:55 AM

Mike, that's true, some of you guys, maybe you still have your stock sti exhaust. I would gladly pay a rental fee for the smog check.

You are all correct, while I'm whining about the cash, in the end it will be a cool car one way or the other.

Thanks for all the input and keep it coming. My offer from Subaru expires Nov.1., so I do have time to make the decision.

doubleurx · 2004-09-23, 08:57 AM

p.s. "$200 for a track day? Wow that is cheap!"

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Thanks Mike. Yah, the $5,200 track day! on the low side or the $13,000 on the high side.

ArthurS · 2004-09-23, 08:58 AM

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Originally Posted by MikeK

I asume there is no tax with a private seller, but then you have the hassle of getting rid of your car somehow.

There is sales tax on private party sales. It is based of the vehicles original MSRP or based on a appraisal you get at the DMV.

MikeSTI · 2004-09-23, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by doubleurx

Mike, that's true, some of you guys, maybe you still have your stock sti exhaust. I would gladly pay a rental fee for the smog check.

You are all correct, while I'm whining about the cash, in the end it will be a cool car one way or the other.

Thanks for all the input and keep it coming. My offer from Subaru expires Nov.1., so I do have time to make the decision.

I plan to one day have my own TBE and my stock down pipe and cats I will keep around for anyone to use for smog

MikeK · 2004-09-23, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by ArthurS

There is sales tax on private party sales. It is based of the vehicles original MSRP or based on a appraisal you get at the DMV.

Ouch!! We obviously need more slot machines around here then!

doubleurx · 2004-09-23, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by ArthurS

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Originally Posted by MikeK

I asume there is no tax with a private seller, but then you have the hassle of getting rid of your car somehow.

There is sales tax on private party sales. It is based of the vehicles original MSRP or based on a appraisal you get at the DMV.

In CA it's based on what you pay for the car. That allows family members to sell cars for $1.

But yes, I would be paying California taxes on $28,500. Naybe I can get the dealer to sell the car for $23,000 and give me $12,500 for the trade-in?

ArthurS · 2004-09-23, 09:32 AM

This guy is selling his STi 6-speed:

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=634649

doubleurx · 2004-09-23, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by ArthurS

This guy is selling his STi 6-speed:

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=634649

Thanks Art. Unfortunately I would need not only the 6 speed but the subframe as well. Parts alone - $6,000 + install.

I am watching an ebay full set-up dissassembled that is currently at $2550. I would guess an additional 2500 for install with a new clutch and flywheel.

Keep em comin'

BOO · 2004-10-07, 10:43 PM

To me. It goes back to the same "worth it's weight in gold in 10 or so years"
(Resale value).. Are the HID's, DCCD, Gauges worth getting a 2.5 STi??

2004-09-22, 11:19 PM	#32
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	The Aussie exhaust fits fine. The divorced wastegate tube on the Signature forces the cat too close to the 6MT to fit. __________________ FWD is the new AWD

2004-09-23, 09:32 AM	#45
ArthurS EJ207 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 3,707 Car: 2011 Chevy Battle Wagon	This guy is selling his STi 6-speed: http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=634649 __________________ Captain Murphy: I dub thee Sir Phobos, Knight of Mars, beater of ass. Be a hitter, babe.

2004-10-07, 10:43 PM	#47
BOO EJ205 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, Nevada Posts: 2,076 Car: 12+tires Class: Spec. without hard work, nothing grows but weeds	To me. It goes back to the same "worth it's weight in gold in 10 or so years" (Resale value).. Are the HID's, DCCD, Gauges worth getting a 2.5 STi?? __________________ LOL.. The other White Meat ... lol ------------------------------------------------ subaru(STi) is a boys car, mitsubishi(evo) is a man's car - Jeremy (Top Gear) GC,GD,GM

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2004-09-23, 08:29 AM	#33
doubleurx EJ205 Join Date: May 2004 Location: Truckee Posts: 1,948	If I did this, I was only planning on transferring my suspension and the gauges. Everything else would be up for grabs. However, last night I was thinking (rare occurence for me), and Lithia right now would need 10K on top of my car for Jason's white STI with the no cat invidia exhaust. While that doesn't seem to unreasonable, it occured to me that I would have to get it smogged here in Truckee. It certainly will not pass if the check engine light is on and/or they notice there are no cats. That would turn into a royal PIA. Also I would be paying taxes at 7.75% on the 28,500 purchase. That means an additional $2200. So considering we are now 12K apart, I am still strongly considering the tranny solution. I'm sure I could sell some of my performance parts for around 2,000 - 3,000, but considering the smog issue, I think I would need to find a stock STI or go for an 05. Either way, I'm gonna spend a ton of cash in the next few weeks which completely sucks!. That does suck about the exhaust, but Nate thinks he would have a buyer ready to go to buy either the stage 1 or the full stage 2.

2004-09-23, 08:55 AM	#39
doubleurx EJ205 Join Date: May 2004 Location: Truckee Posts: 1,948	Mike, that's true, some of you guys, maybe you still have your stock sti exhaust. I would gladly pay a rental fee for the smog check. You are all correct, while I'm whining about the cash, in the end it will be a cool car one way or the other. Thanks for all the input and keep it coming. My offer from Subaru expires Nov.1., so I do have time to make the decision.

2004-09-23, 08:57 AM	#40
doubleurx EJ205 Join Date: May 2004 Location: Truckee Posts: 1,948	p.s. "$200 for a track day? Wow that is cheap!" [/quote] Thanks Mike. Yah, the $5,200 track day! on the low side or the $13,000 on the high side.