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28 September 2015, 11:11 PM
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Thanks. I thought they would be great. When I was 20/21, I had 2 sierra sapphire cosworth replicas based on 2.0l pinto engined GLSi. Most insurers wouldn't touch me, some quoted it as a cosworth (5-8k a year!) Flux did it for £1066 a year. Can't understand it tbh
29 September 2015, 12:07 AM
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When it comes to imported cars, there's a few places that get a good reputation on here: Torque GT and Hurst Cars. Hurst Cars, although I have had no dealings with them, come highly recommended. All prices, unless otherwise stated, are 'on the road' prices, including UK registration.
Stay away from anywhere with the name 'Cheshire' in it...
I've only ever owned Classics, an Imported WRX and two Turbo 2000's so can't give much advice on Bug's and Blob's but stay away from anything that has a 2.5 litre engine unless you have deep pockets.
That Adrian Flux quote was crazy aswell...
And again, it comes down to what you want from a car but personally, after reading your post about probably getting rid in a year, why waste your time with one if your not keeping it for more than a year?!
Stay away from anywhere with the name 'Cheshire' in it...
I've only ever owned Classics, an Imported WRX and two Turbo 2000's so can't give much advice on Bug's and Blob's but stay away from anything that has a 2.5 litre engine unless you have deep pockets.
That Adrian Flux quote was crazy aswell...
And again, it comes down to what you want from a car but personally, after reading your post about probably getting rid in a year, why waste your time with one if your not keeping it for more than a year?!
29 September 2015, 12:27 AM
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When it comes to imported cars, there's a few places that get a good reputation on here: Torque GT and Hurst Cars. Hurst Cars, although I have had no dealings with them, come highly recommended. All prices, unless otherwise stated, are 'on the road' prices, including UK registration.
Stay away from anywhere with the name 'Cheshire' in it...
I've only ever owned Classics, an Imported WRX and two Turbo 2000's so can't give much advice on Bug's and Blob's but stay away from anything that has a 2.5 litre engine unless you have deep pockets.
That Adrian Flux quote was crazy aswell...
And again, it comes down to what you want from a car but personally, after reading your post about probably getting rid in a year, why waste your time with one if your not keeping it for more than a year?!
Stay away from anywhere with the name 'Cheshire' in it...
I've only ever owned Classics, an Imported WRX and two Turbo 2000's so can't give much advice on Bug's and Blob's but stay away from anything that has a 2.5 litre engine unless you have deep pockets.
That Adrian Flux quote was crazy aswell...
And again, it comes down to what you want from a car but personally, after reading your post about probably getting rid in a year, why waste your time with one if your not keeping it for more than a year?!
You mean ones such as this? I think it seems too good to be true.
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifie...xample/4646948
Thanks for your input.
29 September 2015, 04:02 AM
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Please read this:
https://www.scoobynet.com/scoobynet-...rformance.html
And this:
https://www.scoobynet.com/scoobynet-...ited-read.html
https://www.scoobynet.com/scoobynet-...rformance.html
And this:
https://www.scoobynet.com/scoobynet-...ited-read.html
29 September 2015, 05:46 PM
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SERIOUSLY. If you dont know how to use the search engine, read the instructions on how to , or get a young computer friendly friend to show you. Otherwise you will make a huge boo-boo by not researching.
Cheshire Performance
Clivers
C Performance
Avoid them all. Job Done. Theres your research.
30 September 2015, 05:03 PM
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Anyone had a V4 Sti type R before? Seen a couple on AT I like the look of
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...1000&logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...1000&logcode=p
Opinions on these 2 anyone? Anyone on here a previous owner?
What about an S202? Like very much. I know a little bit about these. Neither of these 2 on AT look totally original though???? Anyone got any input?
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi..._old&logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...=200&logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...1000&logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...1000&logcode=p
Opinions on these 2 anyone? Anyone on here a previous owner?
What about an S202? Like very much. I know a little bit about these. Neither of these 2 on AT look totally original though???? Anyone got any input?
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi..._old&logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...=200&logcode=p
30 September 2015, 05:07 PM
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Anyone had a V4 Sti type R before? Seen a couple on AT I like the look of
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...1000&logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...1000&logcode=p
Opinions on these 2 anyone? Anyone on here a previous owner?
What about an S202? Like very much. I know a little bit about these. Neither of these 2 on AT look totally original though???? Anyone got any input?
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi..._old&logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...=200&logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...1000&logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...1000&logcode=p
Opinions on these 2 anyone? Anyone on here a previous owner?
What about an S202? Like very much. I know a little bit about these. Neither of these 2 on AT look totally original though???? Anyone got any input?
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi..._old&logcode=p
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...=200&logcode=p
Top company never heard off,second one is a reputable dealer.
Basically avoid anything in Bradford and Cheshire and you should be ok
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30 September 2015, 05:10 PM
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Cheers fella. Appreciate it.
02 October 2015, 01:46 PM
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Anyone dealt with RASP in Yorkshire?
Like this a lot
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifie...import/4300715
Like this a lot
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifie...import/4300715
02 October 2015, 01:52 PM
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Anyone dealt with RASP in Yorkshire?
Like this a lot
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifie...import/4300715
Like this a lot
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifie...import/4300715
No doubt associated with the other cowboys.
As said before avoid Bradford at all costs and Cheshire too
02 October 2015, 05:31 PM
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Hi Trinity and 4u2nv2. I have done some research and my questions are basic as I'm no mechanic (don't even have any basic engine knowledge) and never owned anything like this before. I don't mean to come across as lazy. I've been looking at Impreza's and researching as best I can for the last 2 months. I'm not just going to do what people say. I'm only looking for advice/opinions to help me decide.
Just phoned adrian flux for a quote on this WRX STi WR1 to get an idea.
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifie...p-2004/4746124
£1450 a year! Are all Impreza's this expensive to insure? It's not that it's unaffordable, it's justifying it. I'm 32 with 10 years NCB, been driving 14 and am a lorry driver. Expected cheaper after doing some comparisons on line. Thought Flux were a specialist. Was just thinking whether I might be better off starting with a WRX and upgrading later. Flux seemed to be concerned that I am not used to such powerful cars having had a commercial policy the last 4 years and nothing with Scoob performance ever.
Are WRX's that bad?
Thought the hawk eyes 2.5 was a problematic engine compared to the 2ltr?
What makes the JDM cars so good? And what's JDM stand for? I know they are imports.
Don't know how to use the search engine. In fact, don't even know what that is. I'm very new to this. Owning an Impreza is just a phase for me really as well. I've always wanted one but, I get bored. Had nearly 30 different vehicles in 14 years, mostly Fords. Give me a year tops in a Scoob and I'll probably be back in a Ford of some description...
Just phoned adrian flux for a quote on this WRX STi WR1 to get an idea.
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifie...p-2004/4746124
£1450 a year! Are all Impreza's this expensive to insure? It's not that it's unaffordable, it's justifying it. I'm 32 with 10 years NCB, been driving 14 and am a lorry driver. Expected cheaper after doing some comparisons on line. Thought Flux were a specialist. Was just thinking whether I might be better off starting with a WRX and upgrading later. Flux seemed to be concerned that I am not used to such powerful cars having had a commercial policy the last 4 years and nothing with Scoob performance ever.
Are WRX's that bad?
Thought the hawk eyes 2.5 was a problematic engine compared to the 2ltr?
What makes the JDM cars so good? And what's JDM stand for? I know they are imports.
Don't know how to use the search engine. In fact, don't even know what that is. I'm very new to this. Owning an Impreza is just a phase for me really as well. I've always wanted one but, I get bored. Had nearly 30 different vehicles in 14 years, mostly Fords. Give me a year tops in a Scoob and I'll probably be back in a Ford of some description...
Ring around insurance companies, you will definately get it cheaper! I pay £300 for a scooby (modified) as a second car, the first car is an Evo 5 which costs £450 (heavily modified). i have max NCB too.
My insurer is Sky
http://www.skyinsurance.co.uk/modifi...insurance.html
ALthough do not discount Performance Direct as they are a direct rival of Adrian Flux.
02 October 2015, 07:12 PM
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Ring around insurance companies, you will definately get it cheaper! I pay £300 for a scooby (modified) as a second car, the first car is an Evo 5 which costs £450 (heavily modified). i have max NCB too.
My insurer is Sky
http://www.skyinsurance.co.uk/modifi...insurance.html
ALthough do not discount Performance Direct as they are a direct rival of Adrian Flux.
My insurer is Sky
http://www.skyinsurance.co.uk/modifi...insurance.html
ALthough do not discount Performance Direct as they are a direct rival of Adrian Flux.
04 October 2015, 04:21 PM
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Hi Scoobhunter
Comments on the 2.5 Hawkeye engine are justified but a little one sided. The torque you get from the 2.5 is something else and very noticeably superior to the 2 litre as to how it delivers it. The other benefit is that you don't need to rev the nuts off the engine to deliver the performance.
The problems with the 2.5 are twofold - headgasket and piston failure. Many of them will have already had the headgaskets replaced thereby solving what I believe to be the most common problem so I'm not convinced you should discount them from your searches. In my opinion they are the best looking Scoob out there.
Co-incidentally,
I have a Hawkeye for sale which has had the headgaskets replaced and forged pistons installed, along with many other enhancements, and has performed brilliantly ever since. Check it out https://www.scoobynet.com/subaru-444...h-sunroof.html
Before I bought this car I had a JDM WRX, which had the 2 litre 280PS engine, for 7-8 years and those engines also suffered from problems - big end and dodgy oil pumps to be precise. Not sure why you are considering buying such old cars with your budget.
The key to all these cars is to find out their shortcomings and make sure you are aware during purchase.
Good luck.
Comments on the 2.5 Hawkeye engine are justified but a little one sided. The torque you get from the 2.5 is something else and very noticeably superior to the 2 litre as to how it delivers it. The other benefit is that you don't need to rev the nuts off the engine to deliver the performance.
The problems with the 2.5 are twofold - headgasket and piston failure. Many of them will have already had the headgaskets replaced thereby solving what I believe to be the most common problem so I'm not convinced you should discount them from your searches. In my opinion they are the best looking Scoob out there.
Co-incidentally,
I have a Hawkeye for sale which has had the headgaskets replaced and forged pistons installed, along with many other enhancements, and has performed brilliantly ever since. Check it out https://www.scoobynet.com/subaru-444...h-sunroof.htmlBefore I bought this car I had a JDM WRX, which had the 2 litre 280PS engine, for 7-8 years and those engines also suffered from problems - big end and dodgy oil pumps to be precise. Not sure why you are considering buying such old cars with your budget.
The key to all these cars is to find out their shortcomings and make sure you are aware during purchase.
Good luck.
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Hi All,
Now, I know I have been advised to avoid any dealer in Bradford, but, I am looking at a car that was recently for sale on here from Harley87, but Scotland was just TOO FAR to go. Now the car is a bit closer to home, I really want to have a look. Can anyone vouch for this car? Anyone dealt with Auto Prestige?
Now, I know I have been advised to avoid any dealer in Bradford, but, I am looking at a car that was recently for sale on here from Harley87, but Scotland was just TOO FAR to go. Now the car is a bit closer to home, I really want to have a look. Can anyone vouch for this car? Anyone dealt with Auto Prestige?
20 October 2015, 03:47 PM
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Hi All,
Now, I know I have been advised to avoid any dealer in Bradford, but, I am looking at a car that was recently for sale on here from Harley87, but Scotland was just TOO FAR to go. Now the car is a bit closer to home, I really want to have a look. Can anyone vouch for this car? Anyone dealt with Auto Prestige?
Now, I know I have been advised to avoid any dealer in Bradford, but, I am looking at a car that was recently for sale on here from Harley87, but Scotland was just TOO FAR to go. Now the car is a bit closer to home, I really want to have a look. Can anyone vouch for this car? Anyone dealt with Auto Prestige?
Only J9 of M25
https://www.scoobynet.com/subaru-444...h-sunroof.html
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20 October 2015, 03:58 PM
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Similar sort of distance as Bookham, Leatherhead really.....
Only J9 of M25
https://www.scoobynet.com/subaru-444...h-sunroof.html
Only J9 of M25
https://www.scoobynet.com/subaru-444...h-sunroof.html
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You've got to try haven't you!
Just out of interest, how many years "free" running do you get on the tax difference between the cars compared with the price difference of a car which is two years younger and which has had a major amount of work carried out in servicing and replacing major components in the last 7K miles?
I'll leave you alone now whilst still wishing you good luck with your future purchase and that you convert from a hunter to an owner.
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