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Old 31 May 2006, 07:06 PM
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Question im getting a scooby...

hey all im new here and as im getting a scooby just thought i would say hi and ask a few questions...

the one im getting is a 03 wrx with PPP. its on 32k with full service history.

what should i look out for when test driving it, and looking over it.
how do i make sure the clutch is fine still and anything else.
Old 31 May 2006, 08:31 PM
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Shouldn't have to look at anything in particular, just make sure all the docs tie up and the bodywork is straight. Everything else should be fine at that age and mileage

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Old 31 May 2006, 08:37 PM
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Originally Posted by mr_spaceuk
hey all im new here and as im getting a scooby just thought i would say hi and ask a few questions...

the one im getting is a 03 wrx with PPP. its on 32k with full service history.

what should i look out for when test driving it, and looking over it.
how do i make sure the clutch is fine still and anything else.
Dead easy way to test the clutch, With the sales rep in the passenger seat pull up at the the lights dial in about 4500 RPM and just step off the clutch in first as the lights go green ! You will know if there's a prob !

JOKING ! The clutch should be fine in a car that age.
But the REP might not be
Old 31 May 2006, 09:03 PM
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Only probs on my MY03 has been battery! Should be fine, dents like a thing that dents easily but dealer should be able to sort before pick-up. Make sure its got a PPP cert for that car. Try and get as many cheap/free upgrades as you can!!! You will pay top wack after you bought it and its easier to discount on the paper work before the car is sold to you. If you want PD springs tell them you are interested if you can do free or discounted a, b, c, etc. I would push for this on any new Imp I bought as I thought standard springs were rubbish.

Push hard local dealers here have had some Imps on their lots for 12 months. I bought July last year and there is an 05 imp I looked at still for sale. Its really good but too much money without extra upgrades. They give supergard and posh mats pretty easily too. Go for it.

Happy shopping.

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Old 31 May 2006, 11:22 PM
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Don't be so sure on the clutch, mine was needed replacing at 17K!! (thats when i bought it)
So depends on previous owners and their launches
Old 31 May 2006, 11:29 PM
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why is everyone assuming this is from a dealer

anyway ensure you do a hpi check. clutch will be fairly evident when accelerating hard up a slight incline. it may still have warranty, if not be cheeky, ring the servicing dealer and ask what work they have done on it.
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I have a MY03 WRX and have just changed my clutch at 34K....................whilst having a FULL engine rebuild!!

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Old 01 June 2006, 12:15 AM
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Originally Posted by *AL*
I have a MY03 WRX and have just changed my clutch at 34K....................whilst having a FULL engine rebuild!!
YOU have a way with words,Subtle, Real subtle
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