Like what?

 

No, not coming across as rude.

OK, I have not driven a Cosworth so my opinion may not be 100% objective but I am talking about the value for money in comparison e.g. with a >2010 WRX STi; I am not saying the Cosworth is a bad car.

The WRX STi linked by Matty is advertised for 18k and the Cosworth 30k (price difference 12k; the parts that contribute to the driving experience which is important to me is the engine and suspension).

If I had 30k to spend I would import a JDM hatchback and have change left.

I am aware how good the Bilsteins are as I am running a custom valved set in my car.

Off topic, is the damping on the Cosworth shocks adjustable?

Personally I prefer seats that provide good side support and having driven a STi with standard seats I was not very impressed with them (2006 Spec C seats are better for me); hence I would prefer the Recaros instead of standard re-upholstered STi seats.

 

The M135i is supposedly a very good car but then again without having driven one you can't rely on road tests.

 

Whilst its a lovely car and well cared for in reality its only worth around £22000 -£23000.

 

The biggest difference really is the feeling of the steering on the saloon, it's little do do with the setup. It uses the quick rack which is faster, though just as annoyingly light in feel - a problem I feel that all Subarus suffer from.

For £30k I think given the age of the car and comparison to others the Cosworth represents good value. You'd be hard pushed to get those wheels, that engine, that suspension, those brakes and a full leather interior plus fitting for £12k. I mean if it's not to someone's liking and they want a hatch, get the cheapest one possible and throw £12k at it on different options. But you'll still likely have paid £25k or so in total.

The suspension on the Cosworth is fully adjustable at the front and partially at the rear.

 

A few I'd be looking at instead
BMW e46 M3 CSL
BMW e90 M3
BMW e60 M5
Audi b7 RS4
Porsche 996 911 Turbo
Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R
Tbh there's quite a lot!!

 

And cover all running costs for a few (many?) years.

Or there's always a T25, 415bhp and a couple (at least) of years' running costs.

In fairness, it's a young car, so any prospective buyer won't have to shell out for repairs etc. but I personally would rather buy a Subaru for 10 or more £k less and stash the cash in case repairs were needed.

 

Yeah, but i'd wager the running costs on everyone of those is at least 4 times as much.

P.S I'd prefer a 22b as well and i'm not fussed about them either, Lightly modded V3 Type R for me.

 

when it says £45k spent, does that include to car price?

and to befair.. those slating spending £26k on a Scoob... I was in the lucky possisioon almost three years ago to be looking at spending that money on a 2nd hand car... after looking round at other cars FRS.. EVO ... AUDI... the 330s ticked my box on price, spec, performance.. has 4wd and I can get two pushchairs in the back... unlike an Evo!

So you buy a car that fits your needs. You don't buy new car hoping it'll go up in price lol.. you know it won't.