Hi Guys,
Need your help agin I was set at buying a htchback wrx sti but those engine probs i read about them have put me off.So what salon should i get
i like the sti with prodrive, want the car as a daily use. Have about 16 or 17k
to spend as a newbie any advice please great forum also want about 10 plate or late 59..

Thanks for your help guys..

 

If you don't want the 2.5 your only option is a jdm import, don't think many are around though. You could find the latest hawk spec c, a few we're registered very late but again not easy to find

 

Hi Daz, Thanks for getting back to me, I still like the wrx sti hatchback if i got a late 09 or 10 plate would the engine be ok in that??
As you can see i dont no jack about the cars all i no i like them they handle well fast and in my buget. Also were would the best place to look for a good hatch or car??? Much appreciated guys for any help....

thanks simon..

 

Hi Guys any more advice on the above
Please thanks Simon..,

 

get a blob sti for 5k and put 12k in bank as a nissan gtr fund

 

The problem is that from 06 onwards the uk version Impreza used a 2.5 engine that as you well know has a history of HG and ringland failure so you either have a choice from the following-

Buy a uk hatchback with a forged rebuild already done

Buy a JDM version that has the superior 2.0 engine and much better spec


Or


Just buy a low mileage Hatchback Sti that is still within its 3 yrs take it back period

 

If you want a 09-10 plate then you will have to accept the engine horror stories

As said all UK 06 onwards cars had the 2.5 so there's not a lot you can do other than hold out for a jdm sti as they had the 2.0 but they are very rare

To avoid the 2.5 you will have to go UK 01-06 for a newage 2.0, or classic if the age thing is not an issue or lastly a jdm

Other thing is there are plenty of 2.5's running absolutely fine, I'm not saying the 2.5 isn't without its issues but you never here the good stories only the horror ones. If you're that concerned hold out for one from a dealer with 12 months warranty or buy one with a forged build from a reputable garage.

 

Thanks very much guys for the great
Advice you have given me.
Are there garages that specialise
In the wrx sti hatch that have had the rebuild.
Or are there places in the uk who bring
The imports in are they a good option
If so were do I look???
Done the norm piston heads auto trader .

Thanks again Simon...

 

I'd ask here:

http://www.litchfieldimports.co.uk/

In case they've got anything in the pipeline.

 

Thanks guys i ask here and keep checking the sites....

 

Might be tempted to sell my 2008 JDM S-GT Hatch, 2.0 Twin scroll engine in rally blue.

 

Hi mate any pics??

 

Click on my user name, a couple of pics in my garage, & spec.

 

Any pics interior mate?? Also
How many owners, what mileage?
Thanks

 

How about this one:

http://www.hurstcars.co.uk/used-cars...01247493353916

A Spec C Type 25 Hawk. And I believe the seller has an excellent reputation on here too.

 

Thanks mate had a look nice motor but dont like red lol..