considering whether to get a low mileage looked after W/X reg Turbo 2000, or an 01/02 Bug-eye.

Have had an 01 WRX and 03STi in the past, but the missus has given up work for the kids, so need to economise - any thoughts?

I think the Turbo 2000 may be a bit more economical than the WRX, which would help, and have noticed a few nice ones about lately.

comments please...........

 

Not sure about economy, but the classics have more rawness and driver appeal about them. And of course they are much better looking cars

 

I've just gone from a Bugeye Sport to a MY00 Classic Turbo... fantastic !!!!

 

yep classic everytime :-)

 

you may find a late classic is more expensive than an early bugeye, purchase wise

 

I wonder why

 

Classic definitely! No doubt! Wonder what car i have!

 

Did a thread myself a couple of weeks ago on virtually same subject and I have still not made my mind up. I already have a white X-plate classic sport and I am swayed into turbo ownership with the classic because they look like a scoob should and are by far the nicer of the impreza family IMO. But I have seen a white bugeye and there is something about it that I cant put my finger on, but build quality definately seems better

 

I was in same situation... heart set on a UK300 when I found a 21k 00 classic turbo..I couldn't resist and haven't regretted it.

 

classic >>> its the real SUBARU ,

 

I very much doubt that. Perhaps a high mileage younger car vs. a low mileage old shape. You be a fool to pay more for an outdated base model, not that there's a lack of fools out there.

 

I own an oct 00 from new which had ppp fitted last june at 45k miles I find it a better drive than the bugs and blobs ive driven maybe its a weight thing.I also owned and sold a wr1 because sadly it attracted too much of the wrong kind of attention, Im not comparing the two its just the classic is less in your face yet still gets the adrenalin going especially on a cold dry day.I dont think i will ever sell it.Regards The Rat.

 

boring........zzzzzzzzzz, If the classic was so much better then why did they change it?

 

Unlucky , things change , they never stay the same

 

Tough choice - doubt you'll be disappointed in either. Speaking as someone who has owned both an MY00 and MY01, both cars have pros and cons.

MY00 in terms of its shape, is probably the most recognisable. In terms of build quality, the MY01 wins hands down. Interior wise there is no contest. MY01 is a bit heavier, but it also has a much stiffer chassis with virtually no bumpsteer. My MY01 certainly handled better than my MY00. Speed wise, I would say that an MY99 would be quicker - I found little or no difference between an MY00 and MY01.

Looks comes down to personal choice, but seeing as most people mod their cars in some way, this is not a big problem. I wasn't overly keen on the headlights, but I could see the advantages in the newer car overall. Morettes sorted the looks out and there are also numerous wheel / spoiler options you can choose. My car is currently for sale - have a look at the pics for some idea of what you can do.

I've enjoyed both cars. They have been reliable, fun and pretty quick

 

Load of drivvle! Take the Golf GTI as an example, has only just returned to form after over a decade spent as a slouch.

 

Do a search through autotrader, think youll be surprised at your results. Certainly its highly stupid saying only fools choose 'outdated' classic instead of weightly ugly replacements

 

The classic is hardly a featherweight! People do get hung up on the weight issue, but that isn't the only difference. Adjusting the tyre pressures can help negate the effects of the extra weight - it isn't a huge problem - just different. Price wise, it is difficult to judge. If you look at the main dealers then the new shapes go for more money. Private ad wise it is more difficult to judge. There aren't many cars that you can do a direct comparison on so it would pay to shop around. My advice would be to go and test drive both and see what YOU prefer.

 

Here here

 

best advice you can get, I still chose a classic mind you after driving all three!!!

 

>Certainly its highly stupid saying only fools choose 'outdated' classic

I certainly didn't say that. You won't find me calling an Impreza a classic for a good few years yet.

 

Better buy a bugeye, you might get called a chav with a classic

 

that has crossed my mind, given the recent coments on here..........

 

Go for the bugeye . The classics are like bum holes .

 

They are both outdated models

I am not saying its better and I am not saying its worse, just seems a lot people seem to be looking for my99 and my00 models. Simple supply and demand issue.

 

I had the same decision too make a month back, and ended up going for the Bugeye.

As others have said, I would suggest driving a few and pick the car you like the best.