SO I bought a 1999 Legacy EJ22 Auto well equipped, with 168k miles in march of 2013, for $2500. The carfax was clear and showed the second owner from 2002-2009, then no rego till I got it.
lots of dirt and dog hair, but the engine revs very well, and it feels nice driving it. the dealer I bought the car from Replaced a few belts and "Cleaned" it, the radiator is also new. I just replaced the coolant temp sensor, Vacuum Purge Valve (Broke it installing the sensor). anyways, I've noticed some valve noise at all temps and running conditions, and a lifter tap when cold.
would it be wise to dump some marvel mystery oil in there?
what Kind of issues should I look for being as the car sat for so long?
I'm new to the flat-4 but LOVING it so far!
also, Hoping for a bit more power, would an exhaust and intake be noticeable enough for the price??
What performance swaps are common on the EJ22
any information is welcome!
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