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Old Feb 16, 2016 | 01:50 PM
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Hi All,
There is an amazing community of Scooby enthusiasts here, a community I would very much like to join by becoming the owner of a good car. It has been 10 long years since I owned an Impreza - just a standard WRX but it was unquestionably the best car I have ever owned in terms of being huge fun to drive yet practical.
Lifestyle and economics now allow me to indulge in Scooby ownership once more - I appreciate they are rare but I would be extremely grateful to hear of any good examples of a T25, or a high quality machine which offers similar performance and characteristics.
Thanks all,
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Old Feb 16, 2016 | 02:21 PM
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Hi,

The Spec C models are high quality machines, I've PM'd you.
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Old Feb 16, 2016 | 02:58 PM
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Might be worth a look, I have at 2003 version. I think it is a road and track car rolled into one.
http://www.hurstcars.co.uk/used-cars...01511218894773

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Old Feb 16, 2016 | 06:39 PM
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which T25 are you looking for the blob or the more respected hawk ?
All down to budget really
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Old Feb 16, 2016 | 06:50 PM
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http://www.hurstcars.co.uk/used-cars...01507034862743

would be my preference
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Old Feb 16, 2016 | 07:47 PM
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In response to Crazy Dave's question, a 2006/7 Hawkeye would be my preference but I am guessing that, given the relative scarcity of these magnificent machines, choice will be limited. I think patience is probably the watchword here. Perhaps in the coming weeks someone will mention my post to someone who is thinking of selling a T25 and I'll get a chance to own one.
Whenever and wherever the car comes from, it will be going to a good home!
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Old Feb 16, 2016 | 08:37 PM
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Not wanting to open a can of the proverbial, but it's worth reading up on the 2.5 block if you haven't done so already, before diving in. The hawk has the Cosworth bottom end which is reputed to be stronger, but you'll pay a big premium assuming you can find one at all.

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Old Feb 16, 2016 | 09:29 PM
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one has just been posted on a fb 30 minutes ago.-subaru swap shop.seems far too cheap tho.
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Old Feb 16, 2016 | 10:24 PM
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Originally Posted by woodcrafter
Hi All,
There is an amazing community of Scooby enthusiasts here, a community I would very much like to join by becoming the owner of a good car. It has been 10 long years since I owned an Impreza - just a standard WRX but it was unquestionably the best car I have ever owned in terms of being huge fun to drive yet practical.
Lifestyle and economics now allow me to indulge in Scooby ownership once more - I appreciate they are rare but I would be extremely grateful to hear of any good examples of a T25, or a high quality machine which offers similar performance and characteristics.
Thanks all,
Chris
I'd buy a spec c RA over the Litchfield personally. Just my opinion.
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Old Feb 16, 2016 | 10:40 PM
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You already had the best, forget the rest.
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Old Feb 16, 2016 | 10:45 PM
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Originally Posted by ditchmyster
You already had the best, forget the rest.
cheers mate your so right, half regret selling it. Got a jdm hatch coming soon so fingers crossed its a good en. Hope your keeping well Ditchy.
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Having own two LITCHFIELD models a type 20 Hawkeye and a T25 2005 blob 100km. And driven most SUBARU JDM versions from 2003-2012 and all uk versions from 1998 Terzo to 2014sti uk including cosworth CS400

My preference would be a Spec C version on a 2005 blob model but sti Hawkeye is as good.

1st type 25 mk2 Cossie hawk

2nd T20 hawk

3rd CS 2008 cosworth
3rd RA-R Hawk & S205 hawk
3rd T25 mk1 04-05 Partial cosworth
3rd T20 06 spec C

4th T20 05 spec C
4th RB320
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5th T20 05 STi

6th 05 Sti PPP
6th T20 2003-2004

7th Sti uk PPP 2003-2004

This is my personal opinion and experience driving.

Tony

Ps I own a 2005 T25 full cosworth and a uk 2011 340r

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Old Feb 17, 2016 | 02:30 AM
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you have pm
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Old Feb 19, 2016 | 08:36 AM
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Would let mine go for less than that .
( actual one off fifth gear )
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Old Feb 19, 2016 | 08:06 PM
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Just bought an 06 blob Sti PPP from Hurst. Fantastic guy and the one I picked up from him is a minter! (touch wood)

Just as a side note, the pictures don't do his cars justice, They're all immaculate!
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Old Feb 19, 2016 | 09:41 PM
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Originally Posted by CRAZY DAVE4
Would let mine go for less than that .
( actual one off fifth gear )
Is your one the one Jason Plato drove? My one was in Evo magazine when it was a Spec C Limited, it was tested against a P1 a WR1 and a T25. It then got the T25 treatment from Litchfield.
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Old Feb 19, 2016 | 09:44 PM
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Hi ,
shame I am not looking at selling at the mo I could have the car for you?


A line t 25 hawkeye.
in crystal silver with enike 18 inch wheels.
forged and linned block one of 3 I belive . bob rawl has one of these blocks.
tweaked lm 500 turbo.


stripped and re built by alan Jeffery and running 550 hp at the mo,

tien suspension


will be up for sale next year but sorry to say not at the mo
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Old Feb 20, 2016 | 01:14 PM
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Originally Posted by scoobiepaul
Is your one the one Jason Plato drove? My one was in Evo magazine when it was a Spec C Limited, it was tested against a P1 a WR1 and a T25. It then got the T25 treatment from Litchfield.
Yes the very one , all i can say its a remarkable car
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My jdm 09 type 20 up for sale very soon fully forged rcm tgv delete had lots done will be putting an ad up tomorrow have every reciept Inc car adds to about 60k only done 41k

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Originally Posted by brocksey
My jdm 09 type 20 up for sale very soon fully forged rcm tgv delete had lots done will be putting an ad up tomorrow have every reciept Inc car adds to about 60k only done 41k

Love this car..
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Old Feb 21, 2016 | 01:06 PM
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Thanks Darren it's my pride and joy but me and my partner want another child so another house is needed but I shall have another scoob in time
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A stunning car for the money bargain.
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Been told to advertise it more but I'm happy at that price I feel like I've missed alot more off on spec
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