[krs03]

Head gaskets and timing cover leaks are not common issues (for now at the age these cars are) with these engines at this current time. I can pretty much put money on that the initial issue with this car was the fairly common spark plug tube seal splitting and causing a fairly heavy oil leak. It could be mistaken for something else by an inexperienced workshop, which this place sounds like they are inexperienced with Subaru boxer engines.

I highly doubt this will be a buy back "lemon law" case because this car can easily be repaired correctly and be in perfect working order if a competent workshop removes this engine and re-seals and replaces the gaskets all correctly. Good luck with it.

 

[krs03]

Pretty spot on. I've already had both sides replaced with new gaskets and seals.

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Yup, I’ve had mine done both sides and I’ve seen a dozen other Gen 2 BRZs and other 22+ model Subarus have this exact same problem. It can turn into a heavy leak fast and can be hard to pin point if you have never looked at a Subaru boxer engine before.

 

[krs03]

I chose that frequency as I hardly drive it (it still doesn't have 1600kms on it lol). It take 30 seconds and I've done it before while my coffee machine gives me a shot.

Holy hell only 1600 kms 😂

They will put your car in a museum in 30 years time