Artin Ghazarian's 2009 Forester SH
Member #58454
Car Description:
This car is a sleeper, a street beauty-an undercover killer.Full STI swap-2020 motor, tranny 6spd, suspension, 6 piston calipers, gas tank wiring harness and everything STI complete clean swap. Also includes 2015+ Quick Steer Rack and Pinion steering upgrade, Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) certified. (BAR sticker located on driver side door frame). Can still pass smog and rip.
Not too flashy. Not too subtle. A perfect balance of period correct modifications to bring out the best of the STI spirit and look plus more. Can compete with the best of them on the track or canyons with a full race spirit and afterward still be able to enjoy a nice drive back home with music and a/c in the wagon on a cruise with some comfort still.
The engine is mild as the motor is brand new so still trying to enjoy the best of the stock perks. But the suspension modifications all around have made this wagon come down to size and stature of an STI sedan where I feel so comfortable throwing the car around at will knowing it will grip.
The overall look of this car follows the “less is more” feel so I hope the lack of some flashy colorful parts and upgrades don’t shy away from the raw approach and minimal but tasteful additions.
SPECIAL NOTE:
*the entire undercarriage is beautifully painted black to show the underbelly and suspension parts better* and to provide a protective layer against the elements.
Exterior:
JDM HID Front HID Headlights
JDM Rear Taillights
Interior:
JDM STi Recaro Spec C driver side seat.
Chassis:
Cusco Brace Yo Self Kit (full kit), which individually includes the following:
* Cusco Front Member Power Brace pn 692 492 FM
* Cusco Power Brace Power Steering Rack pn 692 026 ALHD
* Cusco Power Brace Rear Lower pn 692 492 R
* Cusco Power Brace Rear Member pn 692 492 RM
* Cusco Front Lower Arm Bar Type II pn 692 477 A
* Cusco Power Brace Floor Center pn 692 492 C
* Cusco Power Brace Rear Member Side pn 687 492 RS
* Cusco Power Brace Crossmember 692 492 M
Suspension:
WHITELINE 24mm Front Sway Bar
WHITELINE 24mm Rear Sway Bar
WHITELINE Front Roll Centre Kit
WHITELINE Adjustable Ball Socket Endlinks Rear Comfort
WHITELINE Front Bump Steer Correction Kit
SPL Rear Adjustable Control Arms
SPL Titanium Rear Toe Arms
SPL Front Toe Arms
TEIN Mono Sport Coilovers
Cusco Front Upper Strut Bar
Kein Fab Rear Strut Bar
Kein Fab Fender Brace Bars (not visible-located inside front fenders-can be seen when door is open and inside fender exposed)-please see pic
Engine:
2020 EJ257
IAG Performance Street Series w Pickup & Windage Tray Baffle Oil Pan
IAG Air Oil Separator
Cobb Tuning SF Air Intake and Air Box
ETS Top mount Intercooler upgrade
Cusco Battery Tie Down
Kein Boost Control Solenoid Cover
Tuning:
Cobb Tuning Access Port
Transmission:
6 Speed Manual
WHITELINE Rear Diff Positive Power Kit Inserts
Cusco Reinforced Differential Carrier
Perrin Pitch Mount Brace
Kein Fabrications Transmission Mount
ACT Stage 2 Clutch
Drive Terrain/Steering:
2015+ Quick Steer Rack and Pinion
Brakes:
Hawk Ceramic Front and Rear Brake Pads
Steel Braided Brake Lines
Exhaust:
Custom Performance Engineering Austenite Axle Back Exhaust
DPW Electric Exhaust Cut Out Kit - used for alternate exhaust route, exit and sound
**CUSTOM 3” Cat back stainless steel hand crafted piping created by DMC Exhaust Werks (must see)
Wheels:
STI 18” wheels
Ichiba WS-25511466C Version II Wheel Spacer (5x114.3) (25mm)
Tires:
Michelin Pilot Sports 245/40/18
Misc & Engine Bay:
2015+ Quick Steer Rack and Pinion
Cobb Tuning Access Port
WHITELINE Steering Rack Bushings
Perrin Master Cylinder Brace
Kein Boost Control Solenoid Cover
JDM Subaru Alternator Cover w 2.5L STi Badge
Exterior Body Accessories:
STI Front Under Spoiler w Front Lip (may not end up arriving on time from Japan :/ for the show)
STI Rear Under Spoiler Diffuser