That's a little different that what I've heard. Subaru deny's claims for the notorious second gear failures claiming the only way they could fail is due to abuse. I also know of two SCCA Solo II competitors driving WRX's each on their third gearbox.

Subaru's own press release a few months ago stated their new 350hp motor (for '06 or something) completely overwhelmed the current STi 6 speed and causes it to fail. Most owners of the STi I'm sure will bump the car up a little getting it close to that HP level. Doesn't make me comfortable that Subaru has witnessed the gearboxes self destruct with that much horsepower and recognize it's too weak.

Several tuners (as reported on NASOIC) are also saying the new 2.5L motor fails quite easily with any increases in boost, telling owners to leave the motors stock.

I haven't heard any EVO stories to develop an opinion of their reliability, but other Mitsu cars are far below that of an average Honda. I would expect an EVO to be similar.

However, I've heard a couple of knowledgeable people say that they'd buy the STi instead, simply because of Subaru's reliability record and warranty experience.[/quote:4a8387af13]

 

I appreciate the followup from members knowledgeable about the STi.

Thanks.

It does, of course, make me even happier that I decided to stay with the Hondas.