2011 Subaru WRX STi
My project car and daily driver.
Core Specs
- Power
- 296 BHP
- Top Speed
- 155 mph
- Mileage
- 55,000 mi
The Garage
A place to track the maintenance, modifications, and history of my daily driver, a 2011 Subaru WRX STi.
Why I Daily Drive It
Most Impreza owners treat theirs as a weekend toy. Mine's on the road every day.
Truth is, I don't do the miles to justify anything else. Around 400 miles a month, mostly a 10 minute commute - which is exactly why I only see 20mpg around town. Let the car actually stretch its legs on an open road trip and it'll happily return 30+.
The AWD makes it genuinely useful through a UK winter, and the hatchback is more practical day-to-day than people expect. Road tax is steep either way, whether it sits in a garage all week or gets driven - so I'd rather get the use out of it. Every "repair" I've made so far has been fixing something that existed before I bought it, not wear from driving it daily.
Low miles, no drama, and I get to enjoy the car every single day instead of just on sunny Sundays. Works for me.
Future Plans
- Exhaust system
- Aftermarket headlights
Vehicle History
July 2026
Lots of bodywork!
Front lip removed, rusty arches sorted, all alloys refurbished and a full machine polish.
November 2025
MOT
First MOT and service under my ownership. Passed with flying colours!
July 2025
Air Con
Spent a ridiculous amount of money getting the AC system working. Got it regassed, it leaked, replaced the condenser, regassed again, all working now!
July 2025
Custom Number Plate
Got a personalised plate!
June 2025
Stereo Upgrade
Upgraded the stereo headunit complete with wireless Android Auto.
March 2025
Wax Oil Treatment
Protected the undercarriage with a wax oil treatment. There was a lot of rust on the underside!
January 2025
Purchase Day
Brought the car home! Mostly stock 2011 hatch in great condition.