Are these cars selling?
14 June 2016, 09:17 AM
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Are these cars selling?
These 'nice' sti's on eBay for 5/6/7/8 thousand?
Pulled my V6 Sti out the garage the other day for its oil change and have been running it around for the last few days.
Always intended to keep it for future investment (think all the cars I've kicked myself about their current value) being as it's low mileage and got a really good history and a rare colour. But I think I've kind of had enough of this type of car, I've done it for many years. Normally when I pull the Sti out I remember why I love them, it's not hit me this time.
I really like the idea of a more modern car that's still able to be tweaked. I'm thinking Audi S3 8p model. Nice interior, still nippy and 4wd. I'm not interested in chucking it around and just want something that accelerates well when I want.
Looking at the prices people are asking I could sell my Sti and my WRX wagon (bug) and get an S3.. But, has anyone sold a nice classic Sti for this strong money lately?
I'm talking V6 STI, 75k miles, superb history file, remapped by GGR when imported as not far off a new car, runs like a dream.
Pulled my V6 Sti out the garage the other day for its oil change and have been running it around for the last few days.
Always intended to keep it for future investment (think all the cars I've kicked myself about their current value) being as it's low mileage and got a really good history and a rare colour. But I think I've kind of had enough of this type of car, I've done it for many years. Normally when I pull the Sti out I remember why I love them, it's not hit me this time.
I really like the idea of a more modern car that's still able to be tweaked. I'm thinking Audi S3 8p model. Nice interior, still nippy and 4wd. I'm not interested in chucking it around and just want something that accelerates well when I want.
Looking at the prices people are asking I could sell my Sti and my WRX wagon (bug) and get an S3.. But, has anyone sold a nice classic Sti for this strong money lately?
I'm talking V6 STI, 75k miles, superb history file, remapped by GGR when imported as not far off a new car, runs like a dream.
14 June 2016, 10:04 AM
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my mate had a high spec'd v6 sti couldnt really sell it, he cut the price drastically as he found a skyline he wanted bad
Though a standard one might be easier to shift maybe?
Though a standard one might be easier to shift maybe?
14 June 2016, 12:01 PM
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Standard is the new modified and used GC8 prices will reflect this. Thankfully those who know have not chavved up, bolted on tatt or turned their cars into whiteline sniffing death traps are now earning.
The 25 year US rule kicks in soon and good imports will cost a fortune.
A 205 GTi recently went for £23k in standard trim, read into that what you will.
14 June 2016, 04:40 PM
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It's a shame as I think there's still a stigma attached to owning an "STI." Mark my words though, the humble turbo 2000 prices will level out and be very similar to an STI as people will have a soft spot for a nice turbo 2000 (I hope anyway 
) ...despite an STI being a much more capable car.
) ...despite an STI being a much more capable car.
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14 June 2016, 04:54 PM
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14 June 2016, 04:56 PM
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It's a shame as I think there's still a stigma attached to owning an "STI." Mark my words though, the humble turbo 2000 prices will level out and be very similar to an STI as people will have a soft spot for a nice turbo 2000 (I hope anyway ) ...despite an STI being a much more capable car.
) ...despite an STI being a much more capable car.Sioc have ruined the last few turdo 2000s along with rust
14 June 2016, 06:09 PM
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Last few? Still over 3,000 of them taxed according to how many left.
I've never really agreed with the keep it standard argument with these cars though. For example, a UK classic is not a fast car by today's standards, so a few well executed mods to take them closer to STI performance is no bad thing in my eyes.
The argument I use is - look at MK 1 Escorts with Cosworth engines. Not exactly harmed their values has it!
Done well and expensively, a modified car is just as desirable as a standard one when it comes to rally reps. Apart from a 22B obviously.
I've never really agreed with the keep it standard argument with these cars though. For example, a UK classic is not a fast car by today's standards, so a few well executed mods to take them closer to STI performance is no bad thing in my eyes.
The argument I use is - look at MK 1 Escorts with Cosworth engines. Not exactly harmed their values has it!
Done well and expensively, a modified car is just as desirable as a standard one when it comes to rally reps. Apart from a 22B obviously.
14 June 2016, 06:58 PM
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Last few? Still over 3,000 of them taxed according to how many left.
I've never really agreed with the keep it standard argument with these cars though. For example, a UK classic is not a fast car by today's standards, so a few well executed mods to take them closer to STI performance is no bad thing in my eyes.
The argument I use is - look at MK 1 Escorts with Cosworth engines. Not exactly harmed their values has it!
Done well and expensively, a modified car is just as desirable as a standard one when it comes to rally reps. Apart from a 22B obviously.
I've never really agreed with the keep it standard argument with these cars though. For example, a UK classic is not a fast car by today's standards, so a few well executed mods to take them closer to STI performance is no bad thing in my eyes.
The argument I use is - look at MK 1 Escorts with Cosworth engines. Not exactly harmed their values has it!
Done well and expensively, a modified car is just as desirable as a standard one when it comes to rally reps. Apart from a 22B obviously.
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14 June 2016, 09:41 PM
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Of course, I'm planning and working towards this currently. Upgraded Prodrive exhaust, air filter, fuel pump and a ecutek remap will take my Turbo 2000 from factory 215bhp to 280bhp which will keep up with most things. Perfectly fine doing something like that IMO as that won't affect value.
14 June 2016, 09:56 PM
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Of course, I'm planning and working towards this currently. Upgraded Prodrive exhaust, air filter, fuel pump and a ecutek remap will take my Turbo 2000 from factory 215bhp to 280bhp which will keep up with most things. Perfectly fine doing something like that IMO as that won't affect value.
14 June 2016, 10:35 PM
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Well I've bought one recently. 1 owner from new. 42k miles. In the process of having a cambelt kit fitted. Full service. Water pump, all fluids. All calipers refurbed. New discs, pads. New tyres. Wheels refurbed. Will be a good investment,and a lovely car to drive once finished. Nice to own along side my Hawk Sti.
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16 June 2016, 04:50 PM
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17 June 2016, 09:58 AM
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Wow sounds nice, decent price?
Well I've bought one recently. 1 owner from new. 42k miles. In the process of having a cambelt kit fitted. Full service. Water pump, all fluids. All calipers refurbed. New discs, pads. New tyres. Wheels refurbed. Will be a good investment,and a lovely car to drive once finished. Nice to own along side my Hawk Sti.
17 June 2016, 02:10 PM
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A UK classic will be perfectly fine at 280 bhp. Being a 2 litre, the torque will be more like 240-250? at that level.
My WRX 752 gearbox with exedy clutch has been perfectly fine on 300 lb/ft since 2006. Albeit no track work and fairly low mileage.
Abuse it and you'll break it - simple.
My WRX 752 gearbox with exedy clutch has been perfectly fine on 300 lb/ft since 2006. Albeit no track work and fairly low mileage.
Abuse it and you'll break it - simple.
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