Can anyone help me find a pair of aftermarket speakers for the rear shelf of my UK2000 please?
I don't want anything special or have to cut the shelf to size. I just want a direct replacement for the OEM speakers.
There are 100s on eBay etc to fit the doors but nothing for the parcel shelf so any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

Hi All,

Anyone upgraded the rear parcel shelf speakers on a 1998 Turbo? I'm in the same boat as the OP, I presume they are the same size? I want 4 ohm that are a bit more bass tuned, but must fit the same diameter hole, so I can just drop them in. I've got speakers for the front door cut outs, (which seem to be a bit larger holes than the parcel shelf) but I could also do with a new plastic mount, because my front door speakers only fit if I remove this, and put the directly onto the door. This is not so bad, except I loose the top speaker guard, so nothing to stop crap dropping onto them. I will add tweeters to go behind the grill next to the door handle.

The speakers I got for the front don't fit the rear, and if I take the OEM mounting plate out to enlarge the hole, what is left is an oval, which while the speakers would fit, they end up not behind the grill.

Suggestions please, oh and I don't want to spend huge amounts.

Thanks,

Tom.

 

Dont thunk you know who your messing with. ID like some cheese with a side of that

 

AI Overview

For a 1998 Subaru Impreza Turbo 2000 (GC8 Saloon), the factory rear parcel shelf accommodates (6x9) inch oval speakers. However, because factory speaker baskets are relatively shallow, upgrading to modern, deep-mount coaxial or component speakers typically requires custom MDF or plastic speaker spacers to prevent the magnets from hitting the underlying metal deck.
Upgrading the rear parcel shelf speakers in a classic Impreza involves a few specific considerations:

1. Speaker Sizing & Fitment

• Standard Fit: (6x9) inch speakers will drop into the factory oval cutouts, but require care regarding mounting depth.
• Alternative Sizes: If you prefer round speakers, you can use adapter plates to drop in (5.25) or (6.5) inch speakers.
• Shallow Mounts: Because the metal shelf sits tight against the torsion bars, you may need to install 10–20mm spacer rings to push the new speakers upward, especially if you buy high-powered units with large magnets.

2. Parcel Shelf Removal
To access the speakers on a 1998 Impreza Saloon, the rear seats and parcel shelf cover must be removed:

1. Remove the rear seat: Unbolt the lower bench cushions (usually two bolts at the front) and remove the backrest to expose the shelf edge.
2. Remove C-pillar trims: Carefully unclip the plastic trim pieces running up the sides of the rear window.
3. Lift the shelf: Carefully unclip and pull the parcel shelf forward and out.

3. Wiring & Acoustic Upgrades

• Wiring: Factory Subaru wiring uses a proprietary speaker plug. You can purchase plug-and-play Subaru to ISO speaker adapters at most auto parts retailers to avoid cutting the factory loom.
• Sound Deadening: The factory metal parcel shelf is prone to vibrations. Before dropping in your new (6x9)s, line the metal shelf underneath with Sound Deadening Sheets (such as Dynamat or Skinz) to dramatically improve bass response and prevent rattling.

4. Highly Rated Replacement Options
If you are looking for drop-in (6x9) replacements designed for standard head units or small aftermarket amplifiers, consider:

• Pioneer TS-A6961F: Highly popular 4-way (6x9) speakers that produce deep bass and clear vocal ranges.
• Pioneer TS-G6930F: A budget-friendly (6x9) 3-way option that offers excellent power handling and fits well in shallow profiles.

 

Thanks very much for the advice, I put smaller speakers in by JVC. But the whole thing sounds really poor. I think what I'll have to do is get a professional to do it, when I have some more spare cash to lavish on this project.