WR1 vs 03/04 PPP/JDM Sti
17 February 2008, 09:55 PM
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WR1 vs 03/04 PPP/JDM Sti
Can you help, looking at Sti ownership in July funds looking at around 15k. Should i blow the lot on a Wr1 or go for a 03/04 PPP/Jdm Sti and cash in the bank. Is the Wr1 a better car ? is it worth the extra cash ?. Any advice would be appreciated.
17 February 2008, 10:12 PM
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The WR1 has all the goodies on it but if you can get a MY05PPP, PHP & PF7's at simular price 05 would be better buy IMHO
Personally a Sorted 03/04 STi JDM would be better spec and quicker than the WR1, A 03/04 Spec C would eat it alive.
IMHO, IIRC
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17 February 2008, 10:42 PM
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Definitely worth spending the extra on an 05 if you can stretch to it. I'd be looking at a JDM STi at the least, but preferably a JDM based special such as SpecC, T25/20 (possibly SpecC based) or a Type RA.
18 February 2008, 12:17 PM
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I'd get the STi over the WR1. Keep that extra money for mods, there's always something you'll want to change. And if not, then it can go towards fuel. 
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18 February 2008, 09:28 PM
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Thanks, seems a WR1 is a lot cheaper to insure as it not being an import. I am 34, 16 years ncb, garaged and can get it for around £450 Jdm looking at closer £900. Are servicing costs similar Wr1 vs Jdm, being a import does that mean servicing can only be carried out by a specialist.
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try keith Micheals "If you have to amend your policy or need a new quote please call 0208 6427868 and ask for someone in Gary Moulson's team. (Will probably be Jason, Pat or Andy)"
A-Plan or Greenlight
be very careful of "Online" quotes for a Subaru, make a phone Call to double ccomfirm it's correct model etc. I had great quotes not many have been right
both 10km/12months (simular price as both have DCCD cheaper if Non DCCD) and both recommend Engine intermediate services 5Km/6months.
Depending where you live may have more Specialist than Dealers in a 50 mile radius.
It does depend on Waranty, UK are 3 years (extendable) JDM 1 year(extendable)
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18 February 2008, 10:49 PM
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If you use your car for everyday use and shift the family about a jdm sti is the one to go for. If you fancy something a little more extreme go for the spec-c.
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I'm 4yrs older than you 
& pay £480 for a JDM Spec C so not much more than the UK WR1 Just need to know who to get quotes from
I always use a specialist for servicing, don't you?
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& pay £480 for a JDM Spec C so not much more than the UK WR1 Just need to know who to get quotes from I always use a specialist for servicing, don't you?
TX.
Thanks, seems a WR1 is a lot cheaper to insure as it not being an import. I am 34, 16 years ncb, garaged and can get it for around £450 Jdm looking at closer £900. Are servicing costs similar Wr1 vs Jdm, being a import does that mean servicing can only be carried out by a specialist.
20 February 2008, 11:43 PM
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The servicing intervals for the WR! are 5k. although this is just oil and filter change. the reason the insurance is cheaper is because it has been fitted with the PPP from the factory, so it's not classed as a mod
Hope this helps mate
Hope this helps mate
21 February 2008, 10:48 AM
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I opted for the WR1 over the STi/Spec C model etc due to the limited edition resale value, the colour which I love, the creature comforts included, its a UK car, the performance package as a whole and the overall look of the car. Like the P1 before it, I'm a bit of a badge *****, and as such would like to be a little different when standing out from the typical blue and gold of the Subaru's on the streets. No disrespect, obviously, but the ice blue for me is stunning.
I realise there are faster cars out there, but then thats the case with any car; there will always be something better and faster somewhere.
The WR1 for me is everything I need, especially with a 4 month old baby to think about too
Following the remap, I think circa 350bhp is quite enough for the time being
I realise there are faster cars out there, but then thats the case with any car; there will always be something better and faster somewhere.
The WR1 for me is everything I need, especially with a 4 month old baby to think about too
Following the remap, I think circa 350bhp is quite enough for the time being
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