2009 Subaru WRX 265

January 21, 2009

More on Break in and 2009 WRX engine problems

Filed under: Uncategorized — Tags: , , , , , — Samer Forzley @ 5:30 pm

Over the last 2 weeks I did not update this post, I kept it quite until the break in period is over. SO the break in period is over.

I drove the car as instructed, I am willing to take an oath that i did, during the break in period I have to incidents. In both incidents I heard a weird clicking noise out of the engine (maybe i am just paranoid) .Iin both cases I called Subaru as soon as they happened. Unfortunate in both cases it happened on a Saturday and no mechanics where there.

I took the car in today, thought it would be ideal if I get an oil change after the break in is over and wanted them to test drive it and make sure everything checks out. Got the Oil change, and Chatted with the mechanic, No issues from what they can tell regarding the new engine, they tested everything.

Talked him at a bit about the break in. I am going to be as clear as possible. Subaru Mechanic told me today, The Break in period is just a precaution, it is not required. “The car is supposed to be driven”. I asked him about all this discussion online about breaking in the engine. Again, Break in is nice to have he said.

My advice better safe than sorry break in the engine, especially if you are buying not leasing the car.

Mechanic told me that Subaru has identified a common thread between the 09 wrx engines that have failed, even thought he said that no official word is out, what he heard is simply rumor. If there is a common thread and its confirmed soon, I would imagine they would let me know. In any case I am due back in April and will follow up.

In the mean time. I am going to do what the mechanic told me. “Just drive it, its meant to be driven hard”

January 5, 2009

I got my car back – New Engine Installed

Filed under: Issues — Tags: , , , , , , , , — Samer Forzley @ 7:33 pm

Here is the latest update.

First I have to say, that I received excellent service so far from Subaru. They gave me a car right away. And took care of things as much as they can. They where very help full at the dealership. So full marks for that.

Subaru called on Friday and said car is done. I asked for the cause, the person said that the engine was changed and that full analysis from Subaru Canada is not back. I asked him if I needed to do anything when I drove the car. No was the answer. I asked again, do I drive it any special way? No again was the answer. But He did ask me to bring it back at 1000 KM to check to make sure there are no leaks.

I went to the dealership, picked up the keys, chatted with a sales guy. Yea that is weird that this happened, I agreed, asked him if I should drive it any special way, Nope. Then I started chatting with the receptionist dude. Do i need to drive the car any special way? Oh Yes Yes, you have to break in the engine. OH…. How do I do that? well drive it at variable speed. for the first 1000 KM. That is it, yup that is it. Ok thanks. Back to the sales guy. Hey, the receptionist dude says I need to break in the car is that true? Oh yes you have to break in the engine. How do I do that? Well drive it at variable speed for 1000 KM.

It was like pulling teeth. Anyway, at least everyone seems to think the engine needs a break in for the first 1000 KM, which is not what is the manual. Manual says 1600 KM. But what does the manual know, I am going to do what they told me and go from there. Back in 1000 KM, gonna do a long trip this weekend, so that should get the 1000 KM in quick.

BTW, here is what was done on the car.

2009 WRX engine replacement work

2009 WRX engine replacement work

December 30, 2008

No News Yet.

Filed under: Uncategorized — Tags: , , , , , — Samer Forzley @ 9:24 pm

I have not heard back from Subaru yet, Which is ok I guess given its the holidays. Board of driving the station wagon they gave me. Dont get me wrong its a nice car, but not exactly a WRX.

In any case, my story does not seem to be isolated, good feedback on youtube and where i posted the video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3cjXSNxfJfI and by email.

I also got several news groups linking to the blog and chatting about the problem and mentioning my story. Hope Subaru sorts this engine problem out soon.

Here are some of the other discussion online around this issue, lots others as well, wont list all

http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=680384

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1648372&page=12

http://forums.beyond.ca/showthread.php?s=&threadid=246033&perpage=20&pagenumber=2

http://forums.evolutionm.net/2009-lancer-ralliart-general/389234-edmunds-ralliart-wrx-27.html

Will keep you posted

December 5, 2008

Read Defrost – Not so defrosty

Filed under: Uncategorized — Tags: , , , , , , , , , — Samer Forzley @ 9:15 am

Well, I am back in the saddle and wouldn’t you know it, its super cold. In the morning, I gotta scrape me some ice of the windshield to get going. Today was a bit colder than has been in the last 2 days. I scraped the windshield, but though going Id put on the defrost to get the back window defrosted. Yes i am lazy.

Off i go driving, 5 minutes in, Nothing, not a thing, its as if the defrost button was not even checked. i pressed the button 3 times (its on a timer) NOTHING.

Then i blast the heat up, and point the vents towards the back, boom instant meltdown. I wonder if my defrost is defective, I swear our other car defrosts faster.

Anyone else have that issue with their wrx 265?

Oh one more thing, their is a rattling noise coming out of the engine, sounds like something is lose and making a crackly noise, I gotta figure that out as well, will keep you posted. I wonder if having it parked for so long hurt the car.

November 24, 2008

Recently Acquired a Silver WRX265 Sedan

Filed under: Uncategorized — Tags: , , , , — Samer Forzley @ 6:06 pm

I got this email from Don Harold, and with his permission posting it on the blog, thanks Don for sending it in, great email.

Hi. I recently acquired a silver wrx265 sedan. I previously owned a ’04 wrx wagon and a ’05 legacy gt (5sp turbo), so I am familiar with Subarus. I did not have much to go on, other than a couple of early tests which I read online. I moved up from the wrx to the legacy to take advantage of the superior interior and engine (2.5 l vs 2.0 on the wrx). I was very happy with the legacy, but ultimately wanted a smaller, better handling vehicle, hence the wrx265. I don’t think the interior of the 265 is better than the legacy… in fact it is a bit of a step down with respect to the controls. The 265′s seats are much better suited to a high performance vehicle, but the first long trip will tell the tale.

I place more value into the mechanical and performance areas, and in this sense the new 265 is a much better vehicle. The engine pulls right through to redline, and pulls very strongly I must say. The handling is on par with the engine, based on a limited amount of driving. I think the feel of the shifter is also much improved.

The look of the sedan is ok with me, despite the slagging it’s gotten in the press. I like the sedan’s look better than the hatch, which has been born out in a number of positive remarks I have received. The gun metal wheels are a nice compliment to the silver color of my car. I do appreciate the toned down hood scoop and spoiler as well.

Many people do not really get what a Subaru is all about. One must have a certain appreciation for AWD and turbo power delivery to even consider this kind of vehicle. In a way I am happy to be one of a small group that seems to appreciate it, and enjoy it’s unique character. I hope I will be talking this way 2-3 years from now…

November 2, 2008

WRX265 0 – 60

Filed under: Drive,General,review,WRX — Tags: , , , , , , , — Samer Forzley @ 10:30 pm

I just read an article posted by the Autotrader in the UK that did a good review of the WRX 265. Don’t be thrown off by the models and the competition, its a bit different out there. It looks interesting for those of us who drive on the right side of the road to look at the interior picture of the WRX where the steering wheel is on the right side of the car.

In the interest of remaining on topic, Autotrader clocked the WRX 265 and I quote.  “Acceleration from 0-60mph takes 6.1 seconds, which is best-in-class performance”. The car reached a top speed of 130 mpg.
0 – 60 in 6.1 is pretty fast folks, I feel it when i drive it, the car just whips you back into your seat and goes. I can’t wait to be able to get back in it and drive it.

0 – 60 in 6.1 seconds is very excellent, given that a 2009 Porsche Carrera does it in 4.5 at 4 times the price, and faster than a BMW 330i, which takes 6.5 seconds to get to 60.

October 22, 2008

Parked

Filed under: Drive — Tags: , , , , — Samer Forzley @ 4:25 pm

Well i had to go through surgery on my Achilles heal, its been two days days now since my operation. Here is what really sucks.

I am in a cast for 6 weeks, when that cast is done, i am moved to something called an air cast, and i stay in that for another 6 weeks. So 3 month in a cast, you guessed it. NO DRIVING. I cant imagine.

Mean while my wrx is parked in the drive way, So sad, I just want to get and drive it as fast as i possibly could…. My doc tells me that my insurance maybe void if i am in a cast.

Having the wrx parked is just painful to watch. Man.

October 11, 2008

Why I bought the WRX

Filed under: Drive,General,WRX — Tags: , , , , , , , , , — Samer Forzley @ 7:25 pm

I had a couple of things in mind when I went car shopping this time around.

  1. I wanted a fun car
  2. I wanted a small car
  3. I wanted a family car (with 3 seats in the bag)
  4. I wanted a well built car
  5. The price had to be reasonable

With that in mind, i made a list of all possible cars i could test drive. On the list, cars that fit the bill where not that many.

The North American cars, other than the Mustang where not that fun. Toyota and Honda had nothing really that is fun either. BMW, yes they had fun cars for sure, the new 1 series looked good, and of course the 3 series is also awesome, but both the 1 and 3 series are pricey. Further the 1 series only had a 2 seater in the back.

So the list was quickly narrowed down to 3 cars. The WRX 265, the Mini S and the Mitsubishi Evolution

I test drove all 3, and the WRX 265 fit the criteria best. So far, day 4 with the car, i love it

The Mitsubishi.

That car is a great car, i have to tell you, you would fall in love with the seats alone, well built, and a fun ride as well. But why did i not go for it? a) it was a bit too loud b) the price tag was high, you can get a BMW for that price, so i passed, but great car

The Mini S

This is also a fun car, performed well, and at 170 HP for that little car, the thing flys, but the car is also too small, and only 2 seats in the back. Also the price put it close the WRX, which offered more kick and more room, So i passed. The Mini i have to admit has the coolest interior of any car i have seen. whoever designed it, deserves serious brownie points

The WRX

Well the winner by far

Different WRX'sff

Filed under: General,WRX — Tags: , , , — Samer Forzley @ 6:58 pm

There are different types of WRX’s, and a slight difference in how they are named in Canada and the USA.

The WRX is of course from the Impreza family.

In Canada There are 3 types for WRX’s: GT, 265, and STI, while in the US, the GT is classified as an Impreza and WRX’s are only classified as WRX (265) and STI

The GT is a 228 HP engines, the 265 (WRX) is obviously 265 HP, while the STI is the super crazy ride at 305 HP.

What is this blog about

Filed under: General,WRX — Tags: , , , — Samer Forzley @ 5:54 pm

I wanted to start a blog about my 2009 Subaru WRX 265 experience, I just bought bought the car, I think I was the 3rd person in my city to get one, certainly the first one to get the sedan.

This blog is about that experience and the journey in the WRX for the next few years

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