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Old 03 November 2007, 06:01 PM
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Hi all,

I've currently got a 1999, Turbo 2000 with about 59k on the clock.. but my doggy requires transport and I was thinking of exchanging my car for an estate ! Or Wagon as you call them

Do you think this would be a mistake ?
Old 03 November 2007, 07:39 PM
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I made a joint purchase of a classic Wagon with the wife (with a baby in mind). I originally wanted a saloon/coupe but she didn't like the big rear spoilers so I agreed to a compromise (no big deal as it's still the same car).

I actually grew to like the look whilst test-driving them. I wouldn't say I prefer it to a nice coupe but a Wagon with a few minor cosmetic tweaks is still on a par to me (except for the view from the rear).

It's good as there seems to be fewer wagons around.
Old 03 November 2007, 07:44 PM
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Pimmo, I went from a MY97 wagon to a MY99 saloon (both turbo 2000) and actually prefered the wagon. There was no noticable difference in speed and the wagon seemed to handle a little better. I've now got a MY03 WRX wagon and am more than pleased with it, only draw back is that it seems a little slower but i think thats down to the added weight.

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Old 03 November 2007, 07:56 PM
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I prefer the wagon too, they seem to be even more fun handling. I like the practicality and the fact chavs turn their noses up at them
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hm.. sounds good, all I need now is a swap.. no money so either money my way or a straight swap depending on Wagon !

I want one ideally already modded
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Old 04 November 2007, 08:55 AM
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Get the real 'dog' option in a Forester turbo, either UK with the 'responsive' turbo or JDM with the same engine as the WRX wagons..

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just got mine,and prefer it to my old wrx saloon,more fun to drive.go on you no you want one.
Old 04 November 2007, 10:49 AM
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much cooler than salons
Old 04 November 2007, 04:22 PM
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i'm after a change dude, i have a 95 wrx wagon in dark blue only 66 on the clock great condition get in touch.
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I absolutely love my wagon,handles and goes well enough for me! And you dont see many modded
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Old 04 November 2007, 06:08 PM
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Originally Posted by trails
much cooler than salons
Depends which salon you visit. Vidal Sassoon is quite cool!
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I have to say that I always wanted a saloon until I saw mine... see my scooby in my profile. I just love the look of the wagon very classy especially in white although I may be biased
I did hear at the time that they are actually stiffer than the saloon, but if this really was the case then wouldn't we see them more in rallys so I really don't know?

What I do know is that wagons have more chance of having any easy life... so finding a straight one is a little less of a minefield!

It kind of falls into the 205GTI and the 309GTI rule book.

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I think there is a difference in how far the driver's seat will go back - I found I couldn't get as comfy in the wagon as the saloon. May just be me, but check before you change!
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Also there is the potential for more exhaust boom due to the more open format of the car. I found it kicks in at around 75-80 mph which, as it is my motorway cruise speed, made the car a no-no. Again, check before you change.
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Originally Posted by mgcvk
Depends which salon you visit. Vidal Sassoon is quite cool!
lol, I prefer Toni & Guy for the eye-candy

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