Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2023 Subaru Brz
The 2023 Subaru BRZ is relatively new with sparse data, but has minimal complaints involving its engine. It's important to focus on this area when considering a purchase.
Known issues to inspect
Engine performance issues
How to check: Listen for unusual noises or vibrations.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for abnormal engine noises.
Red flag: Knocking or loud ticking sounds.
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check for engine smoothness.
Red flag: Rough or uneven idling.
- 03
City driving
What to check: Monitor acceleration response.
Red flag: Lag or hesitation during acceleration.
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Check for engine performance and noise.
Red flag: Lack of power or loud engine noise.
- 05
Post-drive inspection
What to check: Smell for burning odors under the hood.
Red flag: Strong oil or coolant odor.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Have there been any engine repairs?
- Has the vehicle ever overheated?
- Any persistent engine noise issues?
- Is the vehicle still under warranty?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Maintenance records
- Recall completion documents
- Warranty documentation
- Vehicle history report
Generated by gpt-4o on 8/19/2026. Grounded in the NHTSA recall corpus and owner-complaint patterns for the 2023 Subaru Brz.