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Sound Deadening the WRX

October 11, 2017

Sound Deadening the WRX

It's been a few weeks since I picked up my WRX, so I've had some time to feel out its strengths and weaknesses. I've taken the car on a few multi-hour road trips, cruised it through some windy backroa...

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XPEL Ultimate Review

October 4, 2017

XPEL Ultimate Review

In the months leading up to the delivery of my WRX, I spent a lot of time researching what kinds of mods/upgrades most owners recommend. One of the most frequently mentioned was paint protection film...

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Perrin Shift Stop Review

September 20, 2017

Perrin Shift Stop Review

Having driven my 2018 WRX for a few weeks now, I've become accustomed to most of it's quirks and differences from the Fiesta ST. However, as I mentioned in my prior post, one of the most challenging a...

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Taking Delivery of My WRX

September 14, 2017

Taking Delivery of My WRX

My phone lit up unexpectedly across my desk. As I reached for it, I noticed the caller was my Subaru salesman. I ripped off my headphones and pulled the phone to my face. "Ben, I need to you to take d...

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Buying a WRX

August 9, 2017

Buying a WRX

A few months ago I shared my thoughts on my ownership experience of my Fiesta ST, which you can read here. In short, I praised the ST for its sharp handling, peppy personality, and balance of power an...

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Should I Buy a Dashcam?

October 19, 2016

Should I Buy a Dashcam?

What is a dashcam? A "dash cam" is a video camera designed for use in a vehicle, whose primary function is to record anything that might happen while you're driving. Dash cams tend to differentiat...

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Fiesta ST - Long Term Review

October 19, 2016

Fiesta ST - Long Term Review

As the odometer on my 2014 Fiesta ST recently ticked over 36,000 miles, it seems fitting to take some time and reflect on the last few years of ownership. While I can't say the last ~32,000 miles of...

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DIY Fiesta/Focus ST Front Plate Relocate

July 6, 2016

DIY Fiesta/Focus ST Front Plate Relocate

From the dealership, most Ford ST models have their license plates riveted directly to the front bumper. Many owners, myself included, have found this to be aesthetically unappealing, or in some cases...

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Sound Deadening the Fiesta ST

March 16, 2016

Sound Deadening the Fiesta ST

For all its performance and fun, the Fiesta ST is still an economy car, and keeping the price affordable means making some sacrifices. No place is this more evident than when driving at highway speeds...

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