Impreza engine life
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Impreza engine life
Hi all!!
I'm new to the forum. I've been a fan of the impreza for years but I'm now at the age that I can afford one (looking at UK 2000 Turbo for insurance reasons).
However I wasn't sure what sort of an engine life to expect from them? i.e. what is the max mileage to look for in ads.
I know it is dependant on how much they are abused, but a rough guide from those with experience would be nice.
Oh and anything else to look out for when shopping for the classic impreza?
Thanks in adv,
Adam
I'm new to the forum. I've been a fan of the impreza for years but I'm now at the age that I can afford one (looking at UK 2000 Turbo for insurance reasons).
However I wasn't sure what sort of an engine life to expect from them? i.e. what is the max mileage to look for in ads.
I know it is dependant on how much they are abused, but a rough guide from those with experience would be nice.
Oh and anything else to look out for when shopping for the classic impreza?
Thanks in adv,
Adam
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Originally Posted by a_fisher
I know it is dependant on how much they are abused, but a rough guide from those with experience would be nice.
You kinda answered the question yourself there. Use some common sense, a high miler with full Subaru service history may be safer than a low mileage that has obviously been ragged and has no service history.
You mention UK Turbo 2000 - so I assume you are looking at classics then.
The last year of classics was 2000, so they are all at least 6 years old already. I would imagine that most of those will be 50-60K +.
I think common sense and detective work will help you out most. Kinda depends on how much you want to spend too.
Hope this helps,
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Hey fella, as above really. Sold my Turbo 2000 to my bro and it had 98k on it at the time, regularly serviced and not ragged to death (warmed up and cooled down properly etc) It was going fine when I sold it and still is, not one problem with it.
As long as they are looked after properly, should get some good mileage of of 'em.
Cheers,
T
As long as they are looked after properly, should get some good mileage of of 'em.
Cheers,
T
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It all depends on who has owned it and how it has been treated.
Mine went pop within 3 months of buying it and i replaced it with an STI shortblock. it only had 60k on it when i bought it. (from a dealer)
My buddy has one with over 100k on it and it runs like a peach
Mine went pop within 3 months of buying it and i replaced it with an STI shortblock. it only had 60k on it when i bought it. (from a dealer)
My buddy has one with over 100k on it and it runs like a peach
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Look after the engine and it will go on and on and on.
As with any engine, thrash it to within an inch of its life each and every time you turn the key and you could open up a world of pain.
Be sensible, don't short cut on maintenance.
It will come back to bite you
mine has 90k on her (my99) sweet as ever
As with any engine, thrash it to within an inch of its life each and every time you turn the key and you could open up a world of pain.
Be sensible, don't short cut on maintenance.
It will come back to bite you
mine has 90k on her (my99) sweet as ever
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They are bullet-proof ...... IF looked after and NOT fooked about with!
Buy a UK car
Buy one with few owners
Do NOT buy an Import
Do NOT buy one off someone who is under 35 years old (even if you are!)
Do NOT buy one which has a CockLink fitted, or any other pointless gizmos
Avoid Gold Wheels unless you plan to replace them
Do a HPI check!!!!
Buy a 1999/2000 Uk Impreza - they are the best of all
Buy a wagon - higher chance that it has been treated well
So, in essence, Check it thoroughly, buy UK, 1 Owner, Wagon, HPI it, accept NO Mods! and NO Gold alloys!!
Buy a UK car
Buy one with few owners
Do NOT buy an Import
Do NOT buy one off someone who is under 35 years old (even if you are!)
Do NOT buy one which has a CockLink fitted, or any other pointless gizmos
Avoid Gold Wheels unless you plan to replace them
Do a HPI check!!!!
Buy a 1999/2000 Uk Impreza - they are the best of all
Buy a wagon - higher chance that it has been treated well
So, in essence, Check it thoroughly, buy UK, 1 Owner, Wagon, HPI it, accept NO Mods! and NO Gold alloys!!
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Originally Posted by pslewis
They are bullet-proof ...... IF looked after and NOT fooked about with!
Buy a UK car
Buy one with few owners
Do NOT buy an Import
Do NOT buy one off someone who is under 35 years old (even if you are!)
Do NOT buy one which has a CockLink fitted, or any other pointless gizmos
Avoid Gold Wheels unless you plan to replace them
Do a HPI check!!!!
Buy a 1999/2000 Uk Impreza - they are the best of all
Buy a wagon - higher chance that it has been treated well
So, in essence, Check it thoroughly, buy UK, 1 Owner, Wagon, HPI it, accept NO Mods! and NO Gold alloys!!
Buy a UK car
Buy one with few owners
Do NOT buy an Import
Do NOT buy one off someone who is under 35 years old (even if you are!)
Do NOT buy one which has a CockLink fitted, or any other pointless gizmos
Avoid Gold Wheels unless you plan to replace them
Do a HPI check!!!!
Buy a 1999/2000 Uk Impreza - they are the best of all
Buy a wagon - higher chance that it has been treated well
So, in essence, Check it thoroughly, buy UK, 1 Owner, Wagon, HPI it, accept NO Mods! and NO Gold alloys!!
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Originally Posted by pslewis
They are bullet-proof ...... IF looked after and NOT fooked about with!
Buy a UK car
Buy one with few owners
Do NOT buy an Import
Do NOT buy one off someone who is under 35 years old (even if you are!)
Do NOT buy one which has a CockLink fitted, or any other pointless gizmos
Avoid Gold Wheels unless you plan to replace them
Do a HPI check!!!!
Buy a 1999/2000 Uk Impreza - they are the best of all
Buy a wagon - higher chance that it has been treated well
So, in essence, Check it thoroughly, buy UK, 1 Owner, Wagon, HPI it, accept NO Mods! and NO Gold alloys!!
BUT ABOVE ALL, DONT LISTEN TO ANYTHING I SAY!!!
Buy a UK car
Buy one with few owners
Do NOT buy an Import
Do NOT buy one off someone who is under 35 years old (even if you are!)
Do NOT buy one which has a CockLink fitted, or any other pointless gizmos
Avoid Gold Wheels unless you plan to replace them
Do a HPI check!!!!
Buy a 1999/2000 Uk Impreza - they are the best of all
Buy a wagon - higher chance that it has been treated well
So, in essence, Check it thoroughly, buy UK, 1 Owner, Wagon, HPI it, accept NO Mods! and NO Gold alloys!!
BUT ABOVE ALL, DONT LISTEN TO ANYTHING I SAY!!!
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Originally Posted by Torquemada
What a load of ****
Seriously though, most petrol heads regardless of age look after their cars
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ahh the wisdom of pslewis, some bits ae good advice though, which does surprise me.
mate of mine had one running over 140k miles, ran sweet as a nut and he drove it hard, but, he had regular oil changes, all servicing was done, it finaly ended, wrapped round a tree lol.
mian thing to look out for is, full service history and the more receipts the better
mate of mine had one running over 140k miles, ran sweet as a nut and he drove it hard, but, he had regular oil changes, all servicing was done, it finaly ended, wrapped round a tree lol.
mian thing to look out for is, full service history and the more receipts the better
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Originally Posted by pslewis
They are bullet-proof ...... IF looked after and NOT fooked about with!
Buy a UK car
Buy a UK car
Originally Posted by pslewis
Buy one with few owners
Originally Posted by pslewis
Do NOT buy an Import
Originally Posted by pslewis
Do NOT buy one off someone who is under 35 years old (even if you are!)
Originally Posted by pslewis
Do NOT buy one which has a CockLink fitted, or any other pointless gizmos
Originally Posted by pslewis
Avoid Gold Wheels unless you plan to replace them
Originally Posted by pslewis
Do a HPI check!!!!
Originally Posted by pslewis
Buy a 1999/2000 Uk Impreza - they are the best of all
Originally Posted by pslewis
Buy a wagon - higher chance that it has been treated well
Originally Posted by pslewis
So, in essence, Check it thoroughly, buy UK, 1 Owner, Wagon, HPI it, accept NO Mods! and NO Gold alloys!!
Tony
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Originally Posted by pslewis
They are bullet-proof ...... IF looked after and NOT fooked about with!
Buy a UK car
Buy one with few owners
Do NOT buy an Import
Do NOT buy one off someone who is under 35 years old (even if you are!)
Do NOT buy one which has a CockLink fitted, or any other pointless gizmos
Avoid Gold Wheels unless you plan to replace them
Do a HPI check!!!!
Buy a 1999/2000 Uk Impreza - they are the best of all
Buy a wagon - higher chance that it has been treated well
So, in essence, Check it thoroughly, buy UK, 1 Owner, Wagon, HPI it, accept NO Mods! and NO Gold alloys!!
Buy a UK car
Buy one with few owners
Do NOT buy an Import
Do NOT buy one off someone who is under 35 years old (even if you are!)
Do NOT buy one which has a CockLink fitted, or any other pointless gizmos
Avoid Gold Wheels unless you plan to replace them
Do a HPI check!!!!
Buy a 1999/2000 Uk Impreza - they are the best of all
Buy a wagon - higher chance that it has been treated well
So, in essence, Check it thoroughly, buy UK, 1 Owner, Wagon, HPI it, accept NO Mods! and NO Gold alloys!!
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Originally Posted by pslewis
Avoid Gold Wheels unless you plan to replace them
LOL what a load of bollocks Pete, Subaru actually sell their cars fitted with the above
what on eath does gold wheels have to do with reliability
Avoid Gold Wheels unless you plan to replace them
LOL what a load of bollocks Pete, Subaru actually sell their cars fitted with the above
what on eath does gold wheels have to do with reliability
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Originally Posted by pslewis
Avoid Gold Wheels unless you plan to replace them
LOL what a load of bollocks Pete, Subaru actually sell their cars fitted with the above
what on eath does gold wheels have to do with reliability
Avoid Gold Wheels unless you plan to replace them
LOL what a load of bollocks Pete, Subaru actually sell their cars fitted with the above
what on eath does gold wheels have to do with reliability
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Originally Posted by mikepaul
and don't buy from anyone who rents their house or is single or lives in Reading and wears their jeans the wrong way round with their bums hanging out.
Seriously though, most petrol heads regardless of age look after their cars
Seriously though, most petrol heads regardless of age look after their cars
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Originally Posted by pslewis
They are bullet-proof ...... IF looked after and NOT fooked about with!
Buy a UK car
Buy one with few owners
Do NOT buy an Import
Do NOT buy one off someone who is under 35 years old (even if you are!)
Do NOT buy one which has a CockLink fitted, or any other pointless gizmos
Avoid Gold Wheels unless you plan to replace them
Do a HPI check!!!!
Buy a 1999/2000 Uk Impreza - they are the best of all
Buy a wagon - higher chance that it has been treated well
So, in essence, Check it thoroughly, buy UK, 1 Owner, Wagon, HPI it, accept NO Mods! and NO Gold alloys!!
Buy a UK car
Buy one with few owners
Do NOT buy an Import
Do NOT buy one off someone who is under 35 years old (even if you are!)
Do NOT buy one which has a CockLink fitted, or any other pointless gizmos
Avoid Gold Wheels unless you plan to replace them
Do a HPI check!!!!
Buy a 1999/2000 Uk Impreza - they are the best of all
Buy a wagon - higher chance that it has been treated well
So, in essence, Check it thoroughly, buy UK, 1 Owner, Wagon, HPI it, accept NO Mods! and NO Gold alloys!!
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Originally Posted by a_fisher
Hi all!!
(looking at UK 2000 Turbo for insurance reasons).
Adam
(looking at UK 2000 Turbo for insurance reasons).
Adam
have a ring round first, you might find that an import isnt out of your reach insurance wise.
I got quotes ranging from 3k to the £700 i paid on my import, and the company was fantasticly helpful, no problems at all when I wrote the car off! Folk do advise you to think about what company you go with, not just the cheapest, so you dont have problems should the worst happen.
I have no opinions regarding the merits of uk cars over imports or the other way round, but if you phone round you might be pleasantly suprised, and have more cars to pick from!
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Very robust engines IF looked after properly i.e. As Subaru say!! 100k+ should be no problem at all for a cared for example.
Loads on here (including me) run 30-50% more power than std (using packages developed in consultation with experts) with no detriment to reliability whatsoever.
As Pete says:
Few owners a possible
Mature owners (in attitude if not in age- you see a cap, you run!!!)
Fully stamped service book (independent specialist are fine -even preferable- as long as they specialise in Scoobies)
HPi check
AA inspection or equivalent
Avoid nasty mods like dawes devices etc.. If you want more power out of a scooby, you should do it properly or not at all!
Happy hunting
Ns04
Loads on here (including me) run 30-50% more power than std (using packages developed in consultation with experts) with no detriment to reliability whatsoever.
As Pete says:
Few owners a possible
Mature owners (in attitude if not in age- you see a cap, you run!!!)
Fully stamped service book (independent specialist are fine -even preferable- as long as they specialise in Scoobies)
HPi check
AA inspection or equivalent
Avoid nasty mods like dawes devices etc.. If you want more power out of a scooby, you should do it properly or not at all!
Happy hunting
Ns04
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carrying on from petes advice.....
DONT buy one with 4 wheels
DONT buy one wich has had petrol put in the tank
DONT buy one which has been used to drive around in
DONT buy a blue one
DONT buy a scooby off anyone who is wearing a watch on there left hand
If the previous owner was male/female STAY WELL CLEAR OF IT.
DONT buy one with 4 wheels
DONT buy one wich has had petrol put in the tank
DONT buy one which has been used to drive around in
DONT buy a blue one
DONT buy a scooby off anyone who is wearing a watch on there left hand
If the previous owner was male/female STAY WELL CLEAR OF IT.
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lol, some very amusing comments there guys.
The reason I mentioned a UK car and insurance is because I got a quote for £750 - but I'm 22, 3 years no claims etc. But no one will touch me when it comes to the WRX (which i gather is the jap classic equivelant).
Its a shame because there are loads of imports around at more of a reasonable price
The reason I mentioned a UK car and insurance is because I got a quote for £750 - but I'm 22, 3 years no claims etc. But no one will touch me when it comes to the WRX (which i gather is the jap classic equivelant).
Its a shame because there are loads of imports around at more of a reasonable price
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The Imports are cheap simply because no-one wants them, why? because they are ****!! No history, probably stolen, usually owned and thrashed by chavs who cannot afford a proper UK car! AVOID LIKE THE PLAGUE.
Avoid Gold Wheels .... why?? Well do you REALLY want to buy from someone who likes Gold Wheels?? No, really, do you?
The 35 age limit I put is simply that those under this age cannot drive properly ...... its a fact, they have more accidents, are caught speeding more often, they see their cars as an extension to their manhood - those over 35 just use it as a fast car, thats all - no testosterone driven reason other than that!
HPI check - well thats just sense.
The 1999/2000 Classic because its the best looking and the fastest standard Impreza you can buy.
No CockLinks and suchlike because the owner clearly knows NOTHING about how the car works and is just following the sheep - you want to buy off a leader, someone who knows what engines do and how they work.
Few owners because buying a car that has had 1 owner for 7 years is HUGELY better than buying one which has had 5 owners, why? Well, with 1 owner you get to see the driver of the car throughout its life ....... very important for assurance of how the car has been treated - buy one that has had 5 owners and you can only see the last owner!!!
Avoid Gold Wheels .... why?? Well do you REALLY want to buy from someone who likes Gold Wheels?? No, really, do you?
The 35 age limit I put is simply that those under this age cannot drive properly ...... its a fact, they have more accidents, are caught speeding more often, they see their cars as an extension to their manhood - those over 35 just use it as a fast car, thats all - no testosterone driven reason other than that!
HPI check - well thats just sense.
The 1999/2000 Classic because its the best looking and the fastest standard Impreza you can buy.
No CockLinks and suchlike because the owner clearly knows NOTHING about how the car works and is just following the sheep - you want to buy off a leader, someone who knows what engines do and how they work.
Few owners because buying a car that has had 1 owner for 7 years is HUGELY better than buying one which has had 5 owners, why? Well, with 1 owner you get to see the driver of the car throughout its life ....... very important for assurance of how the car has been treated - buy one that has had 5 owners and you can only see the last owner!!!
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Originally Posted by a_fisher
lol, some very amusing comments there guys.
The reason I mentioned a UK car and insurance is because I got a quote for £750 - but I'm 22, 3 years no claims etc. But no one will touch me when it comes to the WRX (which i gather is the jap classic equivelant).
Its a shame because there are loads of imports around at more of a reasonable price
The reason I mentioned a UK car and insurance is because I got a quote for £750 - but I'm 22, 3 years no claims etc. But no one will touch me when it comes to the WRX (which i gather is the jap classic equivelant).
Its a shame because there are loads of imports around at more of a reasonable price
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I tried A-Plan last week ...... STILL waiting for the post to bring the quote as they promised
This is when they WANT business - not sure this bodes well for when you need their help in a claim situation?
Keith Micheals quote arrived in the post within 2 days - recommended!
This is when they WANT business - not sure this bodes well for when you need their help in a claim situation?
Keith Micheals quote arrived in the post within 2 days - recommended!
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