a true uk turbo or fake sti ???
02 April 2006, 06:14 PM
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a true uk turbo or fake sti ???
right people. as far i know i thought i had a uk turbo 99 sti.
sti because the dials have the symbol and the lights the short throw gearbox and a few other bits.
uk because all the windows are kite marked and the fuel cap restricter is done plus the chassis no. is ...gc8k... which i got told was a uk version.
and one of u guys said the the sti was only available as a jap import from that year at 260-280bhp depending if its a red top.
my last problem i believe it to be a uk is the power. feels like 215bhp not 260-280bhp.
can anyone shine nelight on my slight problem please and whats the best way to find out for sure.
sti because the dials have the symbol and the lights the short throw gearbox and a few other bits.
uk because all the windows are kite marked and the fuel cap restricter is done plus the chassis no. is ...gc8k... which i got told was a uk version.
and one of u guys said the the sti was only available as a jap import from that year at 260-280bhp depending if its a red top.
my last problem i believe it to be a uk is the power. feels like 215bhp not 260-280bhp.
can anyone shine nelight on my slight problem please and whats the best way to find out for sure.
02 April 2006, 06:29 PM
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imported, think so not sure? as im the second owner so it might of been brought over from england as the guy before solded it on before he went so would of got here 3 yrs ago 2003 if it was new 4 yrs old he easily cud of brought it with him from england but it also has the clocks in kph
im so confused
im so confused
02 April 2006, 06:34 PM
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There was no uk sti in the classic shape.
If it is an is a MY99 sti, it will have a red intake manifold, single stainless backbox to name but a few. Check out www.wrx.co.uk to confirm.
If it is an is a MY99 sti, it will have a red intake manifold, single stainless backbox to name but a few. Check out www.wrx.co.uk to confirm.
02 April 2006, 06:36 PM
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Originally Posted by cypruswrxsti99
imported, think so not sure? as im the second owner so it might of been brought over from england as the guy before solded it on before he went so would of got here 3 yrs ago 2003 if it was new 4 yrs old he easily cud of brought it with him from england but it also has the clocks in kph
im so confused
im so confused
http://www.sidc.co.uk/faq.htm#1.4
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ok so it could possible be an australian sti. which would explain the kite marked windows and the kph clocks but still dont explain why the power is down and feels like an 215bhp uk version. gonna have to get it dyno'd. how did u mean check the engine number on that website????
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02 April 2006, 07:04 PM
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Originally Posted by cypruswrxsti99
how did u mean check the engine number on that website????
Look on 2.1.1 "Japanese Production Runs". I meant the applied model code on the VIN plate.
HTH.
02 April 2006, 07:04 PM
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Have a look under the carpet on passenger footwell .Then remove metal shield for ecu .If it got ae800 801 802 then it has 215bhp thats what the my99/00 uk turbos had for ecu or go on ecutek website they list the ecu's for uk ,sti from 99onwards
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There is a RR in Limassol. After passing Elite motors on your right you go through a set of traffic lights on a left hand bend follow the road round and I think it is at the next set of lights on your left hand side. If memory correct it is called Pole Position and usually has a couple of rally cars in front or in the window. I have not used them or heard of anyone using them whilst I was out there. Steve
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Just a thought if the car was imported from the UK to Akrotiri then customs might have a copy of any paperwork. could be worth popping to their office at the terminal and asking.
