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Old Aug 31, 2007 | 05:01 PM
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hello to you all,

Right where to start, really looking at getting a scooby, with a budget in mind. just dont know nothing about them at all, which model to go for, do i stay away from imports etc, What i want is: £5k, low miles(ish) highest reg if poss, and loads of power, , Just been going through autotrader and there is alot out there under £5k.

Is there any common faults on them, what to look out for when looking at them, really need some help guys,

Just came across this:

1995 M SUBARU IMPREZA WRX TURBO STI Spec 4 Door Saloon
Starmist Silver, 59000 Miles, Electric Windowsx4, Central Locking, Electric Mirrors, ABS, Traction Control, Air Conditioning, Climate Control, Power Steering, 16" STI Type Alloy Wheels and suspension,.Sti rear spoiler.HKS Mushroom Induction kit.Loud Jap spec exhaust.Turbo Timer,Colour coded Bodystyling.Fresh Import.Immaculate condition.12 months mot,6 months tax included.Warranty also included .All major credit/debit cards accepted. All for £3995, cant find the option to post pic.

Is it anygood????
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Old Aug 31, 2007 | 05:31 PM
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welcome.........you need to view the car to know if it any good _
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Old Aug 31, 2007 | 05:34 PM
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Always best to go to a import dealer with a good reputation. You may pay a little extra but worth it for the peace of mind.
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Old Aug 31, 2007 | 06:14 PM
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Get a import they are faster than the uk model
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Old Aug 31, 2007 | 06:16 PM
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cheers for that looking at the website they say they are specialist in high performance imports, is there anything to look out for with these cars or imports
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Old Aug 31, 2007 | 07:30 PM
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Originally Posted by beaniebcfc
Get a import they are faster than the uk model
so true
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Old Aug 31, 2007 | 07:32 PM
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think i might be getting it then if i like it, is there anything to look out for
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Old Aug 31, 2007 | 08:43 PM
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Originally Posted by help2003
think i might be getting it then if i like it, is there anything to look out for
There's a scooby meet in York on monday,pop along there is plenty of advice going around
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Old Sep 4, 2007 | 12:11 AM
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Originally Posted by beaniebcfc
Get a import they are faster than the uk model
not always faster have had a go wrx's in my standard turbo 2000 and have came out on top
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