Hi, I'm picking up my scoob tomorrow and can't wait to pull it apart this weekend! It's my first subaru (had a bmw 325 for a while) and I'm after some advice. It's got an STi rear box and some dump valve fitted and that is it, the guy I'm buying it off doesn't know of any other modifications but he says he cant be sure it hasn't been mapped.
What I'd like to know from you lot, is there anything I need to check on it? Anything I should give a little clean/tighten/replace etc. It's not due another service for 5K. Basically I need to be sure this car is mechanically sound and would like some suggestions on how best to check it out!
Thanks guys/girls

 

just make sure it has history of services and depending on mileage if had cambelt change. if mapped must be a receipt but can c any1 getting it mapped with just dumpvalve and backbox

 

yeah its got full subaru service and cambelt was done 30K ago (need doing again?)
there is no receipt of the possible mapping and the only reason he thinks it may have been done is because its noticeably quicker than his brothers scoob. Could be a load of nonsense i know!
it needs new tyres and front brakes are low on pads, i was thinking some EBC discs and redstuff pads from scoobyworld and tires, I haven't got a clue! Any recommendations for a 16" wheel?
Thanks!

 

If you fit a cheap boost gauge that should soon tell you if it's been messed with.

We have some great offers on discs and pads at the moment (will PM you).

For tyres I would recommend Goodyear GSD3 F1s or Toyo T1Rs from MyTyres

 

Stay away from EBC discs & pads. enjoy the car

 

and definitely speak to Bob'5

 

redstuff pads are s**t for the road!

 

Thanks guys, I'll definateley fit a boost gauge to find out, what should it be boosting at with a prodrive back box?
Thanks BOB'5, will be in touch mate regarding your pm, probably after the weekend!