Just a quick ponder, I have a 22B Type Uk however whenever I need any parts I seem to be having trouble ordering them I think this is due to the fact that the cars chassis number starts with a GC8 which I am told is a Japanese chassis number can anyone out there with a 22B Type Uk tell me if their chasis number also starts with the GC8 or is it just mine?

 

As far as I am aware they all carry the same sequence of chassis numbers - the UK cars just went through the relevant tests and had the speedo etc mods that separated them from grey imports - but the imports and UK cars were all identical cars when they originally came off the line in Japan.

[This message has been edited by Dave T-S (edited 05 April 2001).]

 

dc911,

GC8 is the Impreza chassis code for a 4 door shell, it's shared by all 4 door cars, since they all have the same shell (bar MY01 maybe).

If it's a Type UK then it will be fully covered by IM, so give 'em hell, and if they don't wanna play, get in touch with Prodrive, their customer support for official cars such as yours seems to be well above average

Cheers,

Pat.

 

dc911,

If your 22b has a 4 door shell, you'll have more to worry about than getting spare parts

Pat, are you sure you are correct

Dave, Type UK 22b's also have different gear ratios - there was a bit more to it than just UK type approving them .

D

Suggest you ask here :

 

Yup Pat is correct as usual

This is from the SIDC faq

GC8E2DD WRX R STi4 2 door
GC8E2DD WRX R STi4 V-Limited 2 door Special edition
GC8E2SD WRX R STi 22B Wide bodied 2.2 litre special edition
GC8E27D WRX RA V-Limited 2 door Special edition 2 door RA
GC8E48D WRX 4 door
GC8E47D WRX RA 4 door
GC8E4ED WRX STi4 4 door
GC8E4DD WRX RA STi4 4 door
GC8E4DD WRX RA STi4 4 door V-Limited Special edition
GF8E58D WRX 5 door
GF8E5ED WRX STi4 5 door
GF8E58P WRX 5 door AT

The 7 digit "applied model" code found on the vehicle identification plate inside the engine bay is decoded in the following way.


1. Series code G=Impreza S=Forester B=Legacy etc.
2. Body type F=Wagon C=Sedan
3. Engine type 8=2.0L Turbo
4. Year code A=MY93 B=MY94 C=MY95&96 D=MY97 (facelift) E=MY98 F=MY99 G=MY00
5. Number of doors 2=2 door coupe 4=4 door saloon 5=5 door wagon/hatch
6. Model type 8=WRX 7=RA type E=Sti D=Sti Type R & RA
7. Transmission D=5 Speed Manual AWD P=4 Speed Automatic AWD

For more info see

 

Er - yes, Pat is right, but according to those codes GC8 *also* covers 2 doors models - ie a 22B !!
So dc911 is safe - I agree also - speak to prodrive, there customer service is excellent.

Gastro

 

I have the list of all the chasis nos for all type UK's - all 16. email me off line and I will confirm if it is on this list. If it is ring IM give them the no (yes it does start GC8)and they will supply the part. No chasis no. no part I am affraid so I am led to believe
Regards
Geoff P

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Diablo:
[B]dc911,

Dave, Type UK 22b's also have different gear ratios - there was a bit more to it than just UK type approving them .

D
I know - avidly pored over all the roadtests at the time - just simplifying things.....Muppet tendencies you know

 

It is true though that Prodrive/IM are very cautious when supplying parts for 22B type UKs. My dealer used to get the third degree when trying to get me parts - original owner, original reg etc etc. Not a problem anymore though, luckily I like the dealer and I'm happy to stick with them now.
Chuck

 

Geoff P/Chuck.

Is that in case you were trying to get a part for a grey import?
But wait, the 22B type UK are grey imports!!!

Ooops, there I go again.........

Neil.

 

ah yes they are greys
but!!!
I also have a 5 year unlimited mileage warranty.
Geoff