Thread 28578412

Got a new job about two months ago now and I came to the conclusion that I need something with at least AWD if not proper 4x4, as I do light off-roading on a daily basis. I wanted a manual too so naturally I've been looking at used Tacomas and FJ Cruisers, however I randomly decided to look at some Subarus and there are a ton of WRXs with low miles and in good condition for less money than worse condition Tacos and FJs. Would a WRX (even an STI) be a decent choice? Does anyone have experience with their performance off road? Thanks.

>>28578412 (OP)
Why the fuck would you pick a vehicle with 5'' of ground clearance and rubber band tires if you plan on going off road frequently?

You're probably going to have to change the suspension (forester suspension is common) and get some different wheels cuz mine is pretty stiff from factory

>>28578412 (OP)
WRXs are exceptionally good on loose surfaces; gravel, snow, mud, etc. But for actual off-roading I'd look elsewhere. Also they're V8 thirsty.

>>28578412 (OP)
get one, you won't regret it. make sure you get winter tires for the snow is you're in an area that sees real winter. the clutch feels like it was designed by a retard but you get used to it.

>>28578416
The off roading really isn't that bad. I have a 2003 Avalon and I've been ok so far, just got stuck in mud once and I think the AWD system should help me avoid that. A coworker of mine has been on the job longer than I have and he drives a salvage title Ford C-max so I figure it can't be that bad

>>28578439
People act weird AF of you show up in a new ride so soon on the job. It's really not a good idea.
>Fuck em though
Yeah but they're your coworkers. Don't rock the boat. I'm middle aged and I showed up in a new truck and my coworkers straight up ghosted me the entire week it was bizarre. I always try and upgrade my vehicle in between positions/ departments or I'll rent a car and say mine got hit to maintain appearances.

>>28578449
this is actually why i'm trying to change my car now before i switch jobs in the next month or so.

>>28578449
These guys are rich as fuck, they do not care. Many of them have 3-4 vehicles they alternate through. Had one guy pull up in his 67 Chevelle one day, then his 24v Cummins, then a saleen 302, all within the same week. Another guy showed up in his 454 swapped c10 one day too.

>>28578449
>>28578450
What the shit type faggot ass field do you people work in? My coworkers couldn't care if I showed up in a $500 shitbox or a $500k Rolls.

>>28578464
the people beneath you get jealous because they see you with a car they can't afford and the people above you see your new car and think they must be paying you too much. i personally always act and talk like i'm broke as fuck when i'm at work. i actually have a significantly higher net worth than my boss.

>>28578412 (OP)
you should probably elaborate on what exactly the offroad conditions are like.
>>28578449
>People act weird AF of you show up in a new ride so soon on the job. It's really not a good idea.
>>Fuck em though
>Yeah but they're your coworkers. Don't rock the boat.
what the fuck cuck shit am I reading? I showed up to my job with a corvette and everyone just wanted to go check it out and hear me rev it in the parking lot.
helps I worked with non-faggots I guess. One guy had an srt8 charger and another had an evo X

>>28578412 (OP)
I have a 98 sti and I don't really have a desire to ever own anything else now.
I wanted an FD for the longest time but got priced out, and now I have the most fun vehicle I've ever been in that's also arguably practical

>>28578416
Because they're RALLY CARS okay!!!

>>28578449
>ebonics

>>28578473
>you should probably elaborate on what exactly the offroad conditions are like
It's hard to describe as it can vary quite a bit. Currently I'm overseeing a crew installing fiber optic cable along the railroad in the upper Midwest. It varies from pretty rough gravel paths, to driving through farms, and things of that nature. My Avalon has done ok but it has gotten pretty beat up in the process. There are a couple guys with RAV4s and crosstreks that seem to be fine which is why I was even considering a WRX in the first place.

>>28578485
Get an actual 4x4 SUV or truck, not a Subaru. Subaru AWD is excellent but not for actual off-roading

>>28578412 (OP)
Just get a crosstrek. WRX is a fun car but I wouldn’t use it as a work vehicle (especially not an STI). Hauling shit around in a sedan gets old quick. Also used WRX/STIs are a dice roll for a reliable daily driver. And even if you get lucky with a clean, maintained example your still filling up your work vehicle with premium gas… fuck that.

>>28578485
>couple guys with RAV4s and crosstreks
Grimagine

>>28578489
all those cars you just listed suck THOUGH lol
Captcha: S.M.H. ytboi
Bruh on GODS fr fr I'm shaking my head and i'm not gonna lie LOLbmaooo0o0o0o

>>28578485
sounds like you should get a beater trugg for work, and an sti for fun
WRXs aren't intended for actual offroading, they're for good roads with bad traction like snowy streets or fire roads.

>>28578485
boy do I have the fucking car for you.

>>28578504
Too USGPMT+

>>28578496
Thanks for adding to the discussion, faggot.

>>28578513
Kek cry pussy

>>28578520
Nice car. What was your suggestion for OP?

>>28578536
https://vocaroo.com/1gSLGVufSLxS
Also add a C5 Z06 to that

>>28578536
stop giving it attention you retard
he posts the same shit in every thread

>>28578543
Damn I got baited

>>28578543
that might have been the only car you could have posted where i wouldn't call you a faggot.

>>28578552
No, the people recommending some ugly, slow, gay, pikachu origami economy MONSTER TRUCK are the ones who ae baiting
>>28578555
Oh, you like 'em SLOW but pretty
I see

>>28578560
>Oh, you like 'em SLOW but pretty
looking cool is the most important thing

>>28578564
Why the fuck does everyone put theirs and their dad's cars on fuckin STILTS like some kind have fuckin MONSTER TRUCKS then?

>>28578572
smol pp

>>28578555

nice trips

>>28578560

posting dead bitch are you?

>>28578536
Don't reply, he's a troll.

>>28578693
No, the trolls are >>28578560
>>28578689
I don't know maybe. Hope not cause she's a cutie

>>28578412 (OP)
>Should I get a WRX for my new job?
are you a door to door vape salesman?

>>28578412 (OP)


If you're going to be pounding this thing regularly for work I would not rely on a subaru to do it.
For hopping over ditches and potholes on ungraded surfaces ground clearance will generally make more of a difference than anything else. Mud basically depends on lower weight and higher contact patch; in other words ground pressure. Something that can fit 30-33 inch wheels would be convenient since most 'all terrain' rubbers only come in those sizes.
Ford Mavericks are cheap, have great gas mileage, and come in AWD.
Mazda 3's or CX-30's are even cheaper and also have AWD.
As usual tyres tend to make more of a difference than anything else.
The mazda has 25-27 inch wheel sizes with 16-19 inch rims stock, which means your best option would be CrossClimate 2's in XL load size.
The maverick has 28-29 inch wheels with 17-19 inch rims, which is something of an awkward spot, but Destination A/T2's are a great tyre, and come in those sizes, which is convenient.

>>28578560
What advantages would you say a low profile sports car provides in bashing rocks and mudding through bogs, what is your reasoning for suggesting this fits OP's use-case?

You should get a Chevy Express 4x4 so you can take naps and masturbate during your lunch break

>>28578806
Hm, I don't know, maybe just ALL of 'em!

>>28578861
oh you a fan of advantages huh? name all advantages then

>>28578412 (OP)
Let me guess, you drive on a dirt road?

>>28578449
Holy shit old men are pathetic. Kill yourself.

>>28578485
Bruh keep the Avalon an keep beating the shit out of it

>>28578450
Smart move. Never rock the boat.

>>28578462
Yeah but are YOU rich af or do you want to be where they are? The fact that you're entertaining dick measuring with guys that have been there long term shows your head isn't in the game.
>>28578464
Everywhere is like this. It's human nature. You probably don't think it is where you are because you're not included in the gossip.

>>28578473
>everyone just wanted to go check it out and hear me rev it in the parking lot.
And your boss remembered it when it was time to consider your 20cpr review.

>>28578967
I'm middle aged. It's called social intelligence. Zoomies should take notes instead of showing up shitting on the boss doing fuck all begging for wfh then wondering why they're fired.

Dough car vs show car. Learn it.

>>28578412 (OP)
No, get a Forester.

>>28579401
>And your boss remembered it when it was time to consider your 20cpr review.
I told my boss I got another job offer for $4 more an hour and they matched it. It's nice working for small businesses.

>>28579422
See, this is why you're a cuck, you never take the offer back, you take your new job and go away, now they know you're a cuck that won't leave it's job when presented with equal pay.

You just fucked yourself over when it comes to raise time because they're never gonna offer you big money ever again, you've already proven to them you won't jump ship, so now they're just gonna lowball you all the time until you do leave.

>>28579574
I left that job like 3 years ago.
you're really fucking weird. Which I guess should be expected from a guy in his 40s-50s still browsing 4chan and getting huffy over someone buying something.

>>28578412 (OP)
>I do light off-roading on a daily basis
The WRX is not an off road vehicle. Get a truck.

>>28579401
you are spiritually female, which makes sense considering your dick doesn't work anymore