Are you BETTER OFF with a 2017 Subaru WRX STI Limited or just buy NEW? - Raiti's Rides 

Man you need to be a Subaru salesman...you’d be the sales champ at any dealership. I’m ready to go out and buy one of these after watching the video. Nice job!

Would be smart to stick with one of these or a 2016 until 2020, apparently its a complete redo instead of a refresh. Can't wait to see what they have coming up, I've always liked them but never owned one though I've had a chassis once and it just never got done. I hope they do more than change the look, maybe a turbo boxer 6 or go blasphemous and put a straight six in it this time. Thanks for a great review Joe, cheers!

I like the face on this one better then the 2018. The fog lights make it look better also. The 2018 nose i'm not a fan of.

I'm so glad you mentioned the reliability on these cars! Subaru makes these cars pretty darn reliable from what ive seen. Those who get those blown engines are the kids who absue them doing donuts, launches, driving it hard before it's properly warmed up, and soo much more. They aren't corolla bulletproof, but as long as you drive maturely and do proper maintenance they will last! I've modded my 2018 with some proper quality materials and a pro tune! Car has handled beautifully for the past 5k miles with no burning oil or any check engine lights!

I'd take the taller tires (18" v. 19" rims) for the roads up in the mid-atlantic and NE USA to help mitigate winter road damage -- the potholes are still widespread in PA. In fact, I'd probably research 17" rims for snows or even summers if the correct tire diameter could be achieved and the rims ID could fit the brakes.

You sure know how to review a car man!! Great work, keep it up!! You just gained yourself a new sub💯🤝

always enjoy your knowledge and the effort you put into reviews

It's a grand preasure than you show us cars where in countries as my county doesn't exist them and I am surprised the variety of models

Here we are 2020, my new sti ain't here yet raiti!!! Jk. As the new brz post... anticipation makes the heart grow fonder...2022

This guy needs more subscribers

I've always been tempted to get an STi .... great vid

Super nice Ride. Great in-depth overview Joe.

I want the sexually transmitted infection edition 😂

You don't see many of the sleeper STI cars. I actually prefer those sleepers. Glad to see the fog lights too.... :D Limited STI way to go.... Not a fan of cop attraction wings. I also wish they had given the WRX the center diff options as an upgrade. Although I guess you don't need it in Florida, lol.

Agreed with wing delete it’s perfect

only thing i don't like on my 17 sti limited is the sun roof

Another great video thanks! Can’t wait to see what they do for 2020. This design is getting a little old .I was looking at these a lot ! before I bought my current car .After I didn’t I was E- Mailed by Someone from Subaru . I told them I would have bought a hatch if they still made it. She said well I can’t say anything but keep an eye out for what’s coming for the 2020 model.

Hey Raiti I was just gonna say I love your videos and saw your story on how you were a pro race car driver and retired doing youtube videos. I'm glad you encouraged those of us who are thinking about this because your proof it can be done. I'm no professional race car driver, but was a professional in a different area within my military career until I got injured and sent home. I've been wondering what to do for a long time now and tried the whole college thing without any real direction so I've been wondering about doing something with youtube. By the way, I live in Wisconsin and am looking to buy something fun to drive as well as to be able to handle the winters here. Would the Subaru wrx sti be a good option or do you think I would get tired of it? Take Care Chris

I was watching a report on these 6.1 percent of owners trade these in. i would wait 1-2 years and the price will be cheaper even tho they hold there value.Ive seen 2017 Sti's for sale for like 33k and that was for a white STI and it's like $800 more for a white. I would just save up the money and pay for it in full they're over 43k new

I just cant get behind a preowned sti the premium i see dealers charging you might as well get new

I've always liked the Sti..one of my dream cars is a pearl white hatchback sti

Funny you mentioned ringland issues. It’s mainly caused by people who A.) beat the shit out of these cars. B.) mod the shit out of them and not getting the proper tune. Or C.) both A and B. 😅

That is a sexy car, it's different like a NASCAR.

from what i've seen and i was looking for months and the base 17 sti and limited 17 sti have been basically the same price so i got the wingless one and love it

I'm surprised the dealer doesn't have you on retainer, or do they? :-) One thing is for sure, the owner should make it mandatory that his sales personnel whatch your video. I'm sure they would learn a thing of two . . . . . or a baker's dozen worth of information. What a great detailed review. On a different note, what's the story with yellow 2-door coupe next to this sedan? Maybe it too should be reviewed?

One of those perfect sedans for an average mature enthusiast. It's just a shame Subaru not offering the Levorg to the US market. One of those perfect family wagons. Great stuff Joe...

The only thing that prob holding me back getting a STi of my own is the price tag in Singapore. It a whooping 175,800 dollars!!! Eeks!!! And the EJ25 while a great engine. Will meet its demise in the 2020 STi. The WRX already has the updated FA20 turbo engine which is way more fuel efficient because of the direct fuel injection and multi port injection system and higher compression for better fuel burning. The only drawback with the new FA20 isnt the ringland failure but now the con-rods... *facesmack* Really? Subaru?

I like that Subaru is making a new WRX and I hope they bring back the hatchback but I'm not giving up my Mustang GT for one.

The 2018 wrx sti i don't like the 19" wheels being colored blackish and I don't like the yellow colored brake calipers, however I do like the Type RA everything is cool about that except for the price-i think they still have one at a local dealership that is still new and not bought yet!

I love your reviews man! keep it up! :)

That's the exact car an color I'm getting 😊

The new WRX and STI come out in roughly 1.5- 2 years. Buying one new now is just a waste. just wait for the new platform.

Great review!

Good advice bro thanks!!

thanx for the sti content👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽

Just isn’t the same without the big wing

I fuckin love that sounds

Your reviews are my favorite ❤️ I still watch all your old STI reviews!

buy new. even skip the 2018 wrx. i would rather look in to the new 2019 sti's have reinforced pistons just like the RA model along with a more aggressive tune/adjusted final drive (+5-10 HP). it basically has bits from the RA model for a lot cheaper not to mention apple carplay.

What month is the 2020 version expected to drop

Subaru has not made any "official" announcement on the change in 2020. It is all speculation. They probably will, but nothing official yet.

What you think about a 2017 sti unlimited? Worth buying it now at 2021?

Can’t you have the option to add fog lights on the 18+ models?

Your reviews remind me of "Joe Tunney's in 3 minutes, you'll be an expert" reviews.. Talks about a lot of things not pertaining to this specific vehicle, then gives erroneous info. As you can now see, the 2020 STI is still the same vehicle. I know this was filmed 2 years ago, but still. But, that is my 2 cents worth, no one else's.

Great video, keep up the good work! I have a MY16 STI Premium here in Australia in the same colour white but with the spoiler. Our top model in Australia is called the Premium.

I noticed a 9:31, the 2017 has the cabin engine sound ducting?

Can you do a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox and a 2018 Chevy Traverse?

Is it confirm that they are going to have a new design on 2020 model?

God said get that car for Bekey

Any updates on your RS?

that's in philly though

Eargasm - you should copywrite that. Maybe add eyegasm too...

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