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24 November 2002, 03:45 PM
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Hello people in 2-3 weeks I will have about 8K to buy a scooby with but I dont know that much about them, What would I look out for when looking at a car and how long do the turbos last (mileage) and how long does the average engine last in terms of mileage, would also be handy to know where all the rust hangs around all help very welcome.
Also looking out for any suitible car.
And trying to sell my 1990 200sx
Also looking out for any suitible car.
And trying to sell my 1990 200sx
24 November 2002, 04:40 PM
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You may get a bit more response to the firs part in the "general" forum. I bought a Scoob (a cheap one 
) about a year ago. There is no sign of rust yet. Engines seem to go on for quite some time. I have heard about some 200k milers still on the go! The big thing is the maintainance and not doing any really silly tuning that will make it run lean. A properly maintained (I mean pampered ) Scoob will nearly go on for ever.
For a general overview of Imprezas a good place to start is the SIDC FAQ
Keep looing, as there are some good examples out there, even at £8k. Just be careful with insurance - it's not cheap!!
Welcome to the site as well. I'm sure you will get plenty more responses.
) about a year ago. There is no sign of rust yet. Engines seem to go on for quite some time. I have heard about some 200k milers still on the go! The big thing is the maintainance and not doing any really silly tuning that will make it run lean. A properly maintained (I mean pampered ) Scoob will nearly go on for ever.For a general overview of Imprezas a good place to start is the SIDC FAQ
Keep looing, as there are some good examples out there, even at £8k. Just be careful with insurance - it's not cheap!!
Welcome to the site as well. I'm sure you will get plenty more responses.
you could have it for that price.
26 November 2002, 09:43 AM
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I'm selling a 94 2.0 Turbo WRX SA wagon. It's a very rare beastie as it's a manual!! Email red_dog104@hotmail.com if you are interested! I'm looking to get £6,199 ono. Loads of security/extras! 
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26 November 2002, 10:05 AM
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Im selling my 51 plate WRX a few mods,mint car,will accept two balloons and a goldfish,the goldfish must be alive though.
Will throw in 5 years free insurance if your interested.
Later Yoza
Will throw in 5 years free insurance if your interested.
Later Yoza
26 November 2002, 12:37 PM
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Nick
Why not pop down and see me here at Beechdale, i have just bought a Green 4Dr Turbo, on the R plate. it is the face lifted model so comes with the reccaros and white dials, it also has Air con fitted.
Give me a ring on 0115-9882958, or drop in for a coffee!
Oh yes! the Asking price is £7995.
hope this helps in your search!
Cheers
Gavin....
Why not pop down and see me here at Beechdale, i have just bought a Green 4Dr Turbo, on the R plate. it is the face lifted model so comes with the reccaros and white dials, it also has Air con fitted.
Give me a ring on 0115-9882958, or drop in for a coffee!
Oh yes! the Asking price is £7995.
hope this helps in your search!
Cheers
Gavin....
26 November 2002, 01:21 PM
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Nick,
Good money well spent. As for rust, I don't think it's a real problem, I haven't seen any posts on here about rust problems.
The turbo will last a long time as long as you remember to idle the engine after a thrash to let it cool down or drive steadily for a few miles (preferable).
Keep up the oil changes at least every 7500 miles and get the servicing done by someone who knows what they are doing.
Other than that enjoy racking the miles up and watching the petrol guage go down.
Good money well spent. As for rust, I don't think it's a real problem, I haven't seen any posts on here about rust problems.
The turbo will last a long time as long as you remember to idle the engine after a thrash to let it cool down or drive steadily for a few miles (preferable).
Keep up the oil changes at least every 7500 miles and get the servicing done by someone who knows what they are doing.
Other than that enjoy racking the miles up and watching the petrol guage go down.
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