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28 October 2005, 09:51 PM
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Originally Posted by APIDavid
A bit of a different appraoch to APi then ? See, we've spoilt you !
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03 November 2005, 05:54 PM
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hi folks, have posted a similar thread in the general section but not 1 reply...so thought i would come here!
Have been thinking of buying a scoob for a while now, but have only managed recently to get the funds together.
I have a repmobile for day to day driving , and just want something to inject a bit off adrenaline into the system at the weekends. Don't expect to be doing many miles, so think a sti 5 type r would be perfect. If i can get the right low mileage model at the right price, even though most of the time she would be sitting in the drive with the cover on, at least it would not be losing the same money as a newage model.Colour wise preference is for sonic blue.Based in N.ireland so prob going to have to travel a bit to get the right one.
Just wondering what the opinion would be on going for one with around 40k on it, some mild tuning, or whether to hold out for a lower mileage model that's maybe standard?
Any help appreciated!
Have been thinking of buying a scoob for a while now, but have only managed recently to get the funds together.
I have a repmobile for day to day driving , and just want something to inject a bit off adrenaline into the system at the weekends. Don't expect to be doing many miles, so think a sti 5 type r would be perfect. If i can get the right low mileage model at the right price, even though most of the time she would be sitting in the drive with the cover on, at least it would not be losing the same money as a newage model.Colour wise preference is for sonic blue.Based in N.ireland so prob going to have to travel a bit to get the right one.
Just wondering what the opinion would be on going for one with around 40k on it, some mild tuning, or whether to hold out for a lower mileage model that's maybe standard?
Any help appreciated!
03 November 2005, 06:18 PM
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Your useage would be the same as mine its a toy for me. I think you may struggle finding one with less than 40k on though. Its not unheard of mind i think there are a few tucked away. Get the latest model you can afford not neccessarily any better but id say better resale value.
03 November 2005, 08:37 PM
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Swen6 is yours up for sale???
well i have been told of a 1999 sti 5 type r with 15k on the clock and full history, imported new with 1 owner. Still got the original wheels plus the japanese tyres on(need replaceing). No mods and apparantley "in new condition". At the same kind of price 40k models are being sold for.
What power do the type r's have as standard?
Maybe going for an original example is not the way to go? Buying a car with a few mods saves a few pound????
well i have been told of a 1999 sti 5 type r with 15k on the clock and full history, imported new with 1 owner. Still got the original wheels plus the japanese tyres on(need replaceing). No mods and apparantley "in new condition". At the same kind of price 40k models are being sold for.
What power do the type r's have as standard?
Maybe going for an original example is not the way to go? Buying a car with a few mods saves a few pound????
03 November 2005, 08:42 PM
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Originally Posted by iamevilhomer
Swen6 is yours up for sale???
well i have been told of a 1999 sti 5 type r with 15k on the clock and full history, imported new with 1 owner. Still got the original wheels plus the japanese tyres on(need replaceing). No mods and apparantley "in new condition". At the same kind of price 40k models are being sold for.
What power do the type r's have as standard?
Maybe going for an original example is not the way to go? Buying a car with a few mods saves a few pound????
well i have been told of a 1999 sti 5 type r with 15k on the clock and full history, imported new with 1 owner. Still got the original wheels plus the japanese tyres on(need replaceing). No mods and apparantley "in new condition". At the same kind of price 40k models are being sold for.
What power do the type r's have as standard?
Maybe going for an original example is not the way to go? Buying a car with a few mods saves a few pound????
Have a look in Top marque, there's usually a few nice example's in there.
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03 November 2005, 09:19 PM
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On the hunt for a new v.6 v.ltd. Anyone heard of one for sale recently? Found a handfull of fives but ideally want a six. Also found v.6 RA v.ltd but want to stick with the type r.
Also, what are your thoughts on the continual drop in value of scoobs and do you think this will hit the 22b's aswell? Think im going to go for a 22b if a direct replacement for no.520 cant be found.......
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Also, what are your thoughts on the continual drop in value of scoobs and do you think this will hit the 22b's aswell? Think im going to go for a 22b if a direct replacement for no.520 cant be found.......
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03 November 2005, 10:46 PM
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05 November 2005, 10:27 PM
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Originally Posted by iamevilhomer
Swen6 is yours up for sale???
well i have been told of a 1999 sti 5 type r with 15k on the clock and full history, imported new with 1 owner. Still got the original wheels plus the japanese tyres on(need replaceing). No mods and apparantley "in new condition". At the same kind of price 40k models are being sold for.
What power do the type r's have as standard?
Maybe going for an original example is not the way to go? Buying a car with a few mods saves a few pound????
well i have been told of a 1999 sti 5 type r with 15k on the clock and full history, imported new with 1 owner. Still got the original wheels plus the japanese tyres on(need replaceing). No mods and apparantley "in new condition". At the same kind of price 40k models are being sold for.
What power do the type r's have as standard?
Maybe going for an original example is not the way to go? Buying a car with a few mods saves a few pound????
05 November 2005, 10:32 PM
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very clean car.ive just bought my v6 type r with 48k on the clock with lots of mods for 11k.so they can be found,but i have been looking for about a year.
05 November 2005, 11:45 PM
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I have already spoke to the owner on the phone, trying to arrange a viewing. He bought it brand new from an importer in 99 and has used it as a weekend car. Claims its in mint condition, just needs a new set of tyres as the original jap ones are on their way out. It actually also has the roof vent, so is it the RA??
BUT...i am actually thinking that maybe the best and most financially sensible option is to go for a slightly modded car with more miles. Not sure though, as 12k is a good budget and could even buy a Evo 6.
BUT...i am actually thinking that maybe the best and most financially sensible option is to go for a slightly modded car with more miles. Not sure though, as 12k is a good budget and could even buy a Evo 6.
Originally Posted by Swen6
To be honest i've only had it a couple of months so i have no intention of selling it, but hey everything has a price, and i don't know who gave you the used car price guide but you'd be dreaming to find one like that [fair play if you do], was he on fairy dust at the time of the statement?
05 November 2005, 11:47 PM
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Sounds like a good one.... has the engine been rebuilt or am i incorrect in thinking all the engines are a timebomb just waiting to go off?
Originally Posted by big daz2
very clean car.ive just bought my v6 type r with 48k on the clock with lots of mods for 11k.so they can be found,but i have been looking for about a year.
06 November 2005, 09:35 AM
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Originally Posted by iamevilhomer
Sounds like a good one.... has the engine been rebuilt or am i incorrect in thinking all the engines are a timebomb just waiting to go off?
06 November 2005, 11:14 AM
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Is it not just the V5 with the dodgy ECU?, i was lead to believe it is the same as the P1, and we know how good that is, look throught the trader 70% have probably had new engines.
If it goes it goes but i'd rather it gave me a chance to save some money ready......for the 2.2
If it goes it goes but i'd rather it gave me a chance to save some money ready......for the 2.2
06 November 2005, 12:39 PM
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Originally Posted by iamevilhomer
I have already spoke to the owner on the phone, trying to arrange a viewing. He bought it brand new from an importer in 99 and has used it as a weekend car. Claims its in mint condition, just needs a new set of tyres as the original jap ones are on their way out. It actually also has the roof vent, so is it the RA??
Sounds like a Ltd to me, even more reason to get it!
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06 November 2005, 12:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Swen6
Is it not just the V5 with the dodgy ECU?, i was lead to believe it is the same as the P1, and we know how good that is, look throught the trader 70% have probably had new engines.
If it goes it goes but i'd rather it gave me a chance to save some money ready......for the 2.2
If it goes it goes but i'd rather it gave me a chance to save some money ready......for the 2.2
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06 November 2005, 01:20 PM
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Originally Posted by simb 2
Sounds like a Ltd to me, even more reason to get it!
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06 November 2005, 05:12 PM
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Originally Posted by iamevilhomer
and whats the differences between a standard type r and a Ltd? Apart from the roof vent? He says it has abs, and airbags......i was under the impression that the type r's had none of these.
WRX Type-R V-Ltd is the same as the WRX Type-R but with just the roof Scoop. They have ABS and no DCCD.
All the models have Airbags with passenger Airbags as an optional extra.
06 November 2005, 05:58 PM
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Originally Posted by big daz2
my engine is the original but i think your right all type r's are a time bomb,as my mates type r (simb 2)is one of the best looked after subaru's ive ever seen he does everything by the book never cuts corners,and his bottom end let go,so im just waiting now and the more miles i do the better,you cant do anymore than that.
06 November 2005, 06:01 PM
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Originally Posted by DannyBoy007
but simb does drive like a girl!!!!!!!
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07 November 2005, 09:31 AM
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Don't V limited's have a higher 5th gear ratio compared to the regular g'box? - so better for motorway cruising. I believe there's also things like colour coded door handles and side skirts and so on with the V limiteds.
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07 November 2005, 12:17 PM
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Originally Posted by CyprusScooby
WRX Type-R STi V-Ltd is the same as the WRX Type-R STi but just the Roof Scoop (V6 had blue seats and dash). They have DCCD, therefore no ABS.
WRX Type-R V-Ltd is the same as the WRX Type-R but with just the roof Scoop. They have ABS and no DCCD.
All the models have Airbags with passenger Airbags as an optional extra.
WRX Type-R V-Ltd is the same as the WRX Type-R but with just the roof Scoop. They have ABS and no DCCD.
All the models have Airbags with passenger Airbags as an optional extra.
08 November 2005, 07:56 AM
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Originally Posted by APIDavid
Don't V limited's have a higher 5th gear ratio compared to the regular g'box? - so better for motorway cruising. I believe there's also things like colour coded door handles and side skirts and so on with the V limiteds.
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All the Type-R's come with colour coded side skirts, door handles etc.
Only the STi's have the pink STi suspension.
08 November 2005, 07:39 PM
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Yes, the ver6 v.ltd has a taller 5th gear. I think all the STi's had pink suspension but the v.ltd might have been different. Mine sits 30mm lower than the std STi setup and was a factory fitted item. Maybe just an option....