the_boy

Looking for some advice really (and not biased if that's at all possible )

Have decided to change my car and am looking at one of the following options:

Celica GT4 ST202
Mitsubishi Legnum Type S / Galant VR4
Subaru Impreza Turbo UK Model

All cars have roughly the same amount of performance with regards to 0-60 times and all manufacturers have good levels of reliability and service.

At the moment I have to say I quite like the look of the Mitsubishi with plus points going to it's use of Active YAW, Traction Control, Tiptronic and is a 4 door to mention but a few.

Can anyone provide any recommendations or opinions on these?
I know this is a scooby forum but a few people on here seemed to have been around the block a few times. I can see this being a tough choice as all cars are quite good in the twisties

[Edited by the_boy - 10/8/2003 10:27:20 AM]

the_boy

I know what you mean with regards to Toyota reliability, used to have an old 1979 Celica. For the year it had almost electric everything.

Not sure I agree that the GT4 is more different than the VR4 in terms of scarceness. It's also a bit of a wolf in sheep's clothing as it looks almost identical to a normal Galant.

Think you've got me on the Tiptronic bit , I can't justify that.

Basically I'm looking for pace (in standard format)from a standing start, since you can't really do prolonged levels of top end speed on the UK motorways. As much reliability as I can get and something that will stick to the road like glue.

[Edited by the_boy - 10/8/2003 1:33:31 PM]

TopBanana

I hear good things about Toyota build quality / reliability

RESSE

iTrader: (1)

I can second Toyota's reliability - my wife's 1994 Rav 4 has proved 100% reliable since we bought it a year ago.

Well built too.

LanciaChris

get the gt4 - its at least a bit different.

scooby_si

slightly different images as well it really depends on what you seek but having owned a UK scooby the fellowship is absolutly brilliant but as i say what do you want from yer car exactly?
Si

scooby_si

can i quote you saying tiptronic is a good thing thou
Si

TopBanana

Personally I'd feel a bit uncomfortable driving a scoob these days - I'd certainly drive around with the doors locked. Sad but true

hail-hail

BTW a uk scoob is also 4 door or 5 if you want

Brendan Hughes

Bigger reliable BHP from the Celica, if that's what you want?

Scoob "nippier" on B-roads, bit more involving?

VR4, isn't that bigger, more like a Legacy B4 or Forester Turbo?

topboss

Proof is in the test drive and whether they suit your lifestyle etc.....try and get an "extended" test drive in each and take it from their.

day tripper

Get the vr4, acceleration is awesome and so smooth, while the handling is unbelievable. Such an underated car.

GTI

SUBARU IS FANTASTIC FUN! but and there always will be a but you get thieving scum on your case (i know and have therefore gone back to good old audi!)
Get the TOYOTA!

MarkCSC

A friend of mine use to have a VR4. It was big heavy and didn't feel that quick, although it would shift some. Bit wobbly round the "twisties" (c). In the end he sold it as it wasn't involving enough for him. Bought a GT4 and is very happy

obi

Could I interest you in a Legacy RS. 4 doors, room for 4 adults and their luggage and acceptably quick thanks to the twin turbo's but discreet.

Roojai

Toyota tops for quality. Not just my experience but also obvious in the slow depreciation in comparison to the other 2 makes. Subaru most fun but more expensive to run than toyota. Mitsubishi's begin to fall apart when they get a bit over 6 years old but very good when young. VR4 is a wolf in sheeps clothing but it's not a small car and wont be so much fun on B roads.

Get the toyota.

stanmo

iTrader: (1)

GT4 has it on looks, exclusivity, etc.

More likely to be a future classic because of the rarity ?

MattN

I have a ST202 but if I were you I'd go for the ST205 which is turbocharged and similar in performance to the other cars listed.

chrisp

I wouldnt have either of them over an impreza turbo. It just depends on running costs as the scoob will be the most expensive to run.