Is the 2007 Subaru WRX STi the LAST of the GREAT ones?

The Subaru WRX STi first came to the USA in 2004. This 2007 "HAWK EYE" version is one of the most coveted by Subaru fans world wide. Under the hood is that 2.5L turbocharged flat-4 engine mated to a bullet proof 6 speed gearbox. Connecting this rally car to the road is Subaru's amazing AWD system. Check out the details as to why many people consider this the last great Subaru WRX STi.
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[@joemama8341]

Don’t tell people about these cars I’m trying to buy one

[@RaitisRides]

The cat is already out of the bag! lol I want want badly! Let me know if you get one!

[@TheGenuineDriver]

So have you gotten it?

[@joemama8341]

@@TheGenuineDriver :,(

[@Wonsdloc]

I bought my 07 with 11k miles and have had 0 issues now at about 70k miles. I’ll never sell it because it’s just too much dang fun. Great Review

[@JoedT]

This is my favorite of the WRX/STi's. I have a 2013 STi but I appreciate the people who maintain these throughout the years!

[@RaitisRides]

I am right there with you!

[@1Stormrider1]

This is the pinnacle of the STi IMO. This is an awesome quick review of the car, with tons of accurate info about it, thank you.

[@RaitisRides]

I really appreciate you saying tat and letting me share it with you!

[@ja-p]

Nice review Joe. I own one just like this one and it is so much fun to drive that I never want my drive to end and we won't talk about the beautiful sound that is music to my ears.

[@TheFinalBoss68]

One of the best! All the facts and detailed review. This guy constantly delivers good. Solid work!

[@RaitisRides]

That is so really awesome of you to say! Thanks for letting me share this one with you!

[@alexbetancourt414]

I bought an 06 STI with only 12k miles fully stock with ringland failure, I slapped on some CP forged pistons and is up to 18k miles and it drives like it just came out of the factory ✌

[@RaitisRides]

I would love to review that Alex!

[@gordyboy01]

Still got my 06 STI, bought mine with 4k on the clock, it's still my daily drive to work, now with 140k on the original OEM block and stock internals.

[@bonniebuckhalter9393]

12k with ringands wtf?

[@Matsci101]

@@GermanDriver What are you saying?

[@slicko911]

My all-time favourite version of the STi's, there is just something about the hawkeye that gets me.

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@WhiteBuffalo-ou6ew]

"What are you talking about? Birds?"😂😂

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you got my little jokes!

[@kogiekobayashi3421]

For show and go!!!!!!!love it Joe....continue what you love doing.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad you liked that! Thanks for your kind words!

[@LS1007]

Wow! That’s a well kept WRX. Thanks for sharing it and thanks to the owner. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@RaitisRides]

It really is so hard to find these in this condition!

[@VaggelisKatsikokeris2001]

One of the most iconic cars Nice review 👌👌

[@luxurycars254.4]

I have never seen such good review. Good job @Joe keep it up

[@wilberrosales6345]

As a new car enthusiast, I have fallen in love with the Subaru Wrx. This video was amazing man!

[@RaitisRides]

Welcome to the club! Thanks for letting me share this one with you!

[@shaunchristensen4386]

Great review Joe!!! It amazes me how you can remember so many facts, history and details about each car you review!! There is so much that I learn about the cars you review!! Thanks for everything!!! Have a great week Joe!! God bless!! 🚘👍🏽🚙

[@RaitisRides]

Thant really means so very much! Thanks for your great support!

[@shaunchristensen4386]

You’re welcome Joe!!!🙏🏻😀🚘🚙

[@RaitisRides]

You are the man!

[@KyleH_03]

I use to own a 2007 STi. I loved that car. The 07 had longer gearing than the 04-06 as well.

[@RaitisRides]

Very good point!

[@niyjt]

Just bought one of these. 2007 Subaru STi in black. 1k miles on engine and 112k on body. Pushing 400hp with 10 mods including COBB v3 accesport. It was a really good price for what it is.

[@amsevo712]

Great review of a beautiful STI... Love the old school. So much different than my 19 STI...

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for letting me share it with you!

[@RuffRhyno]

EpicSubaruTube what don’t you love about your 19 STI? I’ve wanted one since the mid 2000s and may finally jump on a 2019 this week due to the 0.9% financing through Subaru right now. My heart is telling me to get a 19 Type R, though. Seems like a better driving experience with better gas mileage, albeit worse driving in the snow

[@guillermosanchez2783]

@@RuffRhyno I have a 2018 STI and I can tell you, there will be cars like the Type-R being produced in the future, but with that rumble coming from a boxer engine that doesn't build up on carbon, manual transmission, hydraulic steering, 3 LSDs, etc., and evething combined, no. The times I drove near a Type-R, I felt so happy with my decision to buy the STI because of all the feelings it returns to you. I you like driving something special, the car is the STI. A 2008 M3 might have more power than the 2005 M3, but the latter is the one to have.The STI is a car that you will fall in love with it. At least until now.

[@amsevo712]

I love my 2019 STI. I was just saying that I still like the older o es as well. I got 1.9% on mine

[@Acdetomaso]

Raiti is well on his way to 500k subs congrats man

[@RaitisRides]

That is so very awesome of you to say! Thanks for believing in me!

[@MrIrish1]

I've a blue 2004 sti. Daily driver for the last 4years very reliable

[@RaitisRides]

You are a lucky person! Thanks for sharing that!

[@greatestnitemare6626]

I have a 2006. I think 04 is better. More raw. I love the hood scoop on the 04

[@davewilliams5721]

I've got a 2007 WRX that has been built to STI specs, along with forged internals, has about 361hp to the wheels. Absolutely love this freaking car!!!

[@RaitisRides]

Nicely done Dave!

[@BecamePneuma]

Makes me miss my GD Bugeye. The GD chassis was by far the most influential to the North American Subaru culture. Yes the pre 02 models are legendary and timeless in their own right, but when these came stateside in 02, it cultivated what is the Subaru culture of today. The 07s are legendary being the last GD body style, so it’s no surprise that they’ve kept their value. Great video!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your Subaru history!

[@Jvilleman400]

44k subs? You’re growing my friend! Congratulations

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for taking the time to say that! I appreciate you being part of the team!

[@KenseisGarage]

Love that engine sound, love the car, but for whatever reason I love the 2014 STI hatchback, wish they would bring that back. It's all about the business when you're behind the wheel there, pure old school performance. Great video Joe

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I could share this one with you! The extra wide fender look on the 2014 was really hot looking! It will be interesting to see what the next generation holds!

[@KenseisGarage]

@@RaitisRides so true!

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@TheMrFlyBoy18]

Subcribed because of your well detailed and knowledge of the car man. I’m looking at on this Friday rare Aspen White O7 STI wish me luck on the test drive beautiful video by the way. I enjoyed every minute and became part of the riders family

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Tad for joining the Raiti's Rides family! I really appreciate you saying those really nice things! Good luck with your search! Let me know how it goes!

[@TheMrFlyBoy18]

Raiti's Rides Thanks for the acceptance. I am already liking the community here! I speak from what I feel and I most definitely will. I’ll find out tomorrow when I go see the subie

[@TheMrFlyBoy18]

Raiti's Rides it went really well! The rumble, the reliability driving 8hours and some minutes from state to state, awd and the 6speed manual transmission! The gold BBS wheels and eating corners like it was breakfast! The handling is unreal! 07 Aspen white pearl with 83k miles! A few things I want to take care of on it but just need the time to work on it. What a beautiful subie I love my Hawkeye!!! Its been my dream car so I’m keeping it forever

[@gjtt]

Still have an 05 STI 130k miles. Only thing I ever needed to do to it was change rotors, pads, radiator and few other basic maintenance items. Still on stock clutch, stock turbo even being Stage II for most of it's life (18 psi). Runs as strong as ever. Great commuter, street car, and track car on weekends if you want.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very lucky!

[@shivneelrup3967]

If you find an untouched mint unit like this one, better hold on to it, these things are going crazy expensive now.

[@gohardorgohome7687]

Hey man Awesome review love your inthusiasm such a clean unmolested example pretty hard to find these days I've got an 05 Rs with a jdm wrx engine and drive train swap hands down the GD impreza from 02 to 07 was the best one ever made I'm not a fan of the new ones

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you so much for taking the time to say that! I really appreciate your input!

[@olivevideogames]

I really had no idea people disliked the hatches...to me, THEY were the last of the greats.

[@lemanruss7218]

I love my 2019 STI but I would really be down to pick on if these up in the future.

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED! Thanks for watching!

[@OrchidEleven]

love this car more than any other, there was a 07 sti in white only done 70k km but I missed it, would've been amazing but can't even drive manual yet

[@RaitisRides]

They are really special cars!

[@dfw1fast143]

Yep that’s a case of when a manufacturer should’ve left well enough alone. Great looking car and informative video as always. Later Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share this one with you!

[@theprivyninja]

I’ve had an 02, 06, 07, and an 08 hatch. Hawk eyes are definitely the coolest. Now I have a brz and it even more fun to drive. Only time a brz needs more power is when somebody is trying to street race cause they aren’t fast but they are a blast to drive.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts one this one.

[@justinyoung4299]

I had a 05 white/gold Sti, best street car I've ever had

[@RaitisRides]

Do you miss her! I would!

[@justinyoung4299]

@@RaitisRides oh ya. I vow to own another one. Beat the shit out of it too. Cobb Stage II,was just a fun and fuctional car

[@RaitisRides]

I want a blob eye very badly!

[@hamerplayer1229]

Miss my 2003 Bugeye Wagon. So simple, quick and fun.

[@RaitisRides]

I totally know how you feel!

[@PrinceDavid]

My 2004 WRX wagon just died on me for the last time. 200k miles and 15 years later, it's given us a lot of love. Just bought a 2015 I will be picking up next week but going to really miss my wagon.

[@Capp2015]

love it! Blake is a cool dude.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right! It was an honor to review this car!

[@amill1563]

You must be going for 50k subs asap!

[@RaitisRides]

I actually don't shoot for anything sub count wise! I just keep doing what I love to do which is bring these great cars to you guys! I let the reviews speak for themselves and everything else will just happen as a result! You have been here since the beginning!

[@ruehem3219]

It alway been my dream car thinking of pulling the trigger soon and own one

[@adamb2619]

Nice review! Still loving my bone stock '04 STI with 59k miles

[@RaitisRides]

I have to admit I am a little jealous! ;-)

[@adamb2619]

@@RaitisRides Thanks! Its a great car, certainly not without its faults, but puts a smile on my face everyday. Plan to keep it stock and just enjoy the drive. Come to St. Louis sometime if you ever want to check it out.

[@RaitisRides]

Actually I have relatives that live in St Louis and we visit for every Thanksgiving!

[@vaggeliskats5409]

7:46 - 8:00 that sound.. 👌💪

[@RaitisRides]

I know right!

[@linchester8464]

The GC and GD Blob eye chassis based STi are still my fav STis the GC chassis was def iconic because of the 555 Impreza in the WRC but the brand had to be subtle due to the ban of cigarettes ads in racing there is one Acronym for the WRX, it is known as World Rally eXperimental when it was introduced in 1992 The best GC chassis is was def the 22B STi I will give an arm and a leg and a kidney for a mint condition 22B STi Nice to see this STi in good condition

[@RaitisRides]

I feel the same exact way as you!

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

Thumbs up Raiti

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you so much for saying that!

[@andr3w27]

The first stick car I had driven was a ‘06 STI in wrb like this one in the late 2000s. Still remember how heavy the oem clutch is haha.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Andrew for sharing that memory!

[@Ricky94pr]

Hey I just subscribe 💪 love the Subi Can you do a review on a lancer ralliart? Those are forgotten don’t see much of them at all

[@RaitisRides]

Hi Richard! Thank you so much for joining the Raiti's Rides family! You are so very right about the Ralliart being forgotten! I will try to track one of those down!

[@AJ-ed7mx]

Im going to look at 2007 hawkeye in white today at an auction. 170k miles. Wish me luck 😃

[@scrawnybeaver1967]

Good vid man , I own a 05 JDM hawkeye with only 30,000 miles I absolutely love it .

[@RaitisRides]

If you are every going to sell that I will buy it in a heart beat! It would make for a great review!

[@joshstroven8284]

05 would be a blob eye

[@scrawnybeaver1967]

its a import (JDM) the hawkeye came out late 05 in japan

[@Matsci101]

Mine is the same! And its time for my BBS rims and Blizzaks to get put on! Supposed to get lots of snow this winter!

[@RaitisRides]

That AWD will not let you down.

[@Matsci101]

XOXOXOXO!

[@Salvi_J2]

Something about the interior of these gc/gd chassis subarus i just love

[@Mistadontplay89]

Good review!! Man I love this car. The current generation looks and feels like a Corolla to me...at least until you start going fast of course.

[@RaitisRides]

I really appreciate you letting me share it with you!

[@boss4330]

Turbocharged Corollas...could not agree more.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

[@PremierChoiceFitness]

One of the best STI's!

[@RaitisRides]

It really makes me regret selling my 06 years ago!

[@d-a-e]

Should have kept the stock headlights / taillights for that unique 07 look. People argue that blob tails are nice, well yes, but hawkeyes come with projector headlights which are way better than blob reflector headlights.

[@alexandrefauchon7755]

Favorite sti!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@alexandrefauchon7755]

I remember playing this car on nfs prostreet!

[@RaitisRides]

That is where the love started for so many of us!

[@MrJon246]

lol Raiti loves his Subarus

[@RaitisRides]

You can say that again!

[@simplesubie8248]

07 sti has the best trans gearing! But they changed piston material in 07...say bye bye ring lands. Aspen white 05 sti is my favorite 👍

[@RaitisRides]

The 04-05 Subaru is my favorite!

[@wtre428476]

At the time I viewed Subaru's as toys not worthy of A race with American muscle ...now I have more respect

[@RaitisRides]

I am so happy to hear!

[@MrSkarbek36]

Blobeye is my favorite of all time but I enjoy having my unicorn 10 Sti with gold BBS wheels. Went on CarGurus yesterday an there's only one across the country same spec, gonna hang onto it for awhile!

[@RaitisRides]

You are a lucky guy Nick!

[@Geeoh392]

Heck yes! I love my unicorn ‘08 White STI hatch with gold wheels!

[@MrSkarbek36]

@@Geeoh392 Instagram?

[@RaitisRides]

Very, very nice!

[@RaitisRides]

Great question!

[@charlesbish1]

Love it

[@koreyhimself]

Legendary

[@RaitisRides]

You can say that again Korey!

[@TdMega]

I still have mine, 06 white, bought brand new in 05😜

[@AnonymousZaoGaming]

Love my 06 STi, she's putting down 322whp, and should be closer to 350whp once I get the GS TMIC and retune. Question though, do the 08+ STi's still come with the shift light? I feel like that's a feature so many people forget about in the 06/07 STi, but I don't think I've seen it on any model since after the 2007.

[@stopspin]

That wing is not a air down force wing for road course racing. It utilizes the air pressure for the side fins on the wing when sliding the car on dirt roads at high speeds like dirt oval track sprint cars. This provides more control when going sideways when rallying. Yes I have seen some crazy people sliding these cars on dirt roads.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for the info.

[@anthonyhernandez1953]

The only sti I would get , 2006 , in white , beautiful car , although only reason why I haven’t gone to a sti from a civic si is cus of the technology it has , like the lane watch , my 2005 Acura rsx type s had cruise control , I see this 2007 doesn’t , but either way I’m definitely going to have to get a 2006 sti in the future, while still keeping my 2014 civic si

[@jacksonmcmaster9833]

Love the 944 in the backrojnd

[@RaitisRides]

I love a good 944 as well! Mine has to be Guards Red!

[@jacksonmcmaster9833]

Raiti's Rides my 944 was Guards Red!!! Burnt in Malibu fire :(

[@RaitisRides]

Oh know! I am so sorry to hear that!

[@timephire]

You have a secret twin brother name Moe, don't you? That's how you're able to pump out all these awesome videos right! ;o)

[@RaitisRides]

I just had myself clones a few months ago! lol Thanks for watching!

[@timephire]

@@RaitisRides Well you and your clone just got a new sub!

[@RaitisRides]

Him and I appreciate you joining the Raiti's Rides family! ;-)

[@shannonharris2816]

Very cool man, I want one. Shannon

[@RaitisRides]

Hi Shannon! I am so glad that I could share this one with you! Thanks for watching!

[@shannonharris2816]

@@RaitisRides I love your enthusiasm, it is infectious. Shannon

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Shannon for saying that! I just really love sharing my passion for cars!

[@loooooooool4795]

So nice condition!!!!!!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@braticuss]

Still love the hatchbacks

[@RaitisRides]

The are really great Al!

[@ryanz9513]

this is the most exciting reviewer in the world, so funny,

[@brooklynknightss]

I remember the wars between Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution and the Subaru Impreza WRX STI

[@RaitisRides]

I miss those days!

[@spidey6067]

Please review more of these subarus

[@RaitisRides]

They will be coming so please stay tuned!

[@anthonysinclair2684]

wholly crap! I've been following that guy on IG for a hot minute already lol!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share this amazing car with you!

[@brooklynknightss]

two great cars

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@Geeoh392]

My goal since i was in elementary was to get a hawkeye! When i finally was in the market to buy my STI i fell in love with the 2008 Hatch. Which is what I have now, I love it.

[@RaitisRides]

Can't go wrong with wither! I see your youtube account name! ;-)

[@EddieNuffSaid]

GD Chassis is the best looking (Besides GC) imo

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@Mr.Thermistor7228]

Ayyyy it’s Eddie

[@brooklynknightss]

That was a great car

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right!

[@IAmChuckNormous2484]

I miss my 07 WRX😭😭😭

[@RaitisRides]

I miss my 06 my friend so I know how you feel!

[@essteeeye1932]

THIS is my dream car... One day

[@RaitisRides]

You can do it!

[@mazenkano1811]

just picked up 07 sti blue

[@RaitisRides]

Congrats! You are very lucky!

[@lukejolley8354]

STI awesome!!🇨🇦🇬🇧

[@ThePrudence23]

The 07 is a very nice sti

[@RaitisRides]

ÅGREED!

[@Matsci101]

I bought my 07 off a Gynecologist he put 123, 000 on it by 2011! I have all the records and have only put 2400 on it since then! Its stock and is Pristine! Plus I have every record for it! DLUX! Hey the Guy had a long haul to work! Always parked inside!

[@Matsci101]

The wing is designed to lay dust down ASAP for the next car coming!

[@RaitisRides]

No it isn't

[@Matsci101]

@@RaitisRides Thats the reason! This is not a Formula F1 car!

[@S13Keng]

wanted to see the intercooler spray in action 😢

[@nickdoe9307]

I use to hate this gen of sti but now it’s probably my favourite. It just looks freaking mean

[@greatestnitemare6626]

Do you like the blob eye or hawk eye

[@QuickshiftCars]

Wow, that Porsche in the background is gorgeous! 😂

[@RaitisRides]

I was waiting for you to chime in!

[@carrillo100100]

Nice car.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you liked it and I could share it with you!

[@djaborabiahmed4962]

Yes it is, and the best one for me

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@binaykc4248]

Next year I will buy 2007 WRX sti in Tokyo

[@RaitisRides]

That will be a dream come true I am sure.

[@bn1011]

Best mod on this 07 would have to be the 04/05 taillights👌🏼👌🏼

[@RaitisRides]

You make a valid point!

[@mattiloponen92]

Ikr the 06-07 taillights look like poop.

[@miriamvivo4279]

Have a 2006 sti so far very reliable has 125,000 miles except for a evap code po448 can not fiqure out how to clear . Cleared po442 and 456. Just bought a sdt- 206 autool smoke machine

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing about your ownership!

[@TORUTANIKA]

This cas is still my most favourite. If someone would give me Ferrari or sti2006/7 I would definitely choose the latter.

[@RaitisRides]

This is one of my all time favorites as well!

[@bullridermusic2054]

Dude people think I'm crazy for saying exactly what you said! They just don't get it, I'm in love with this car. I hope one day you get an STI!

[@RaitisRides]

I am right there with you!

[@TORUTANIKA]

@@bullridermusic2054 I am quite relieved now knowing that I am not the only one thinking that way:)

[@MrDeepzek]

Wow stock Subaru? 😲 I want it

[@RaitisRides]

I want this one too!

[@xXghtningCubeXx]

Love the video but this engine isn't a flat four. Flat fours have two pairs of pistons firing at the same time. This is because in flat fours, there is one crankpin (what connects the piston to the crankshaft) for every 2 pistons/cylinder. That is to say that there are two oppositely arranged pistons on the same crankpin. Boxer engines have a crankpin per piston, that is to say that every piston is connected individually to the crankshaft. They all turn in the 4 strokes at an equal rate ofc

[@WraithlingRavenchild]

Hatch is life. Also more weight on the rear better traction, wang is just for show.

[@blank-pi9cc]

Do you think the STI Hatchback will appreciate in value similar to the 1990s Toyota Supra in the future?

[@RaitisRides]

I think it eventually will! Should be interesting to see how it turns out!

[@nickt5978]

i mean considering a low mile 04 to 07 sti it’s already 12-20k possibly. but i think the price they go for is ridiculous to be honest.

[@blank-pi9cc]

Tomei the absolute coochie monster you are so right; I was thinking the same thing when I seen this video. Because the Hatchback was only made for 7 years (2008-2014) I can see the value greatly appreciating regardless of mileage especially if it is kept as stock

[@K24Eddy]

Answer is yes. Nothing better than a blob eye/ hawk eye sti

[@zitakys1335]

This guy love every Single comment i like this guy

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks! I also try tp reply to everyone as well!

[@zitakys1335]

Such a nice guy have a good day

[@RaitisRides]

You too!

[@keithfreeman4015]

Yes

[@ASpec818]

2007 was the last good year of the STI period.