Should i get one?
26 January 2002, 08:33 PM
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Im soon moving jobs and as a result will be able to upgrade from my Saxo VTS. The car Ive always wanted is a scooby and I'm wondering what sort of car I would get for about £10000-11000 (can you get a good one for this money?) and whether to look at uk spec or import? Any suggestions appreciated.
Thanks Dan.
Thanks Dan.
26 January 2002, 08:36 PM
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that will get you a MY97-98 Turbo (private sale) i would have thought.....a big jump from a VTS saxo 
not sure about WRX prices just have a lookin the ForSale section will give you an idea.
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not sure about WRX prices just have a lookin the ForSale section will give you an idea.
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26 January 2002, 08:38 PM
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Should you get one? Silly question to ask a bunch of Subaru nuts
Take a look at the following link. Might give you some sort of indication on what you can afford. Looks a good buy.
http://www.scoobynet.co.uk/bbs/threa...threadid=67759
Not associated with the sale blah, blah.
Take a look at the following link. Might give you some sort of indication on what you can afford. Looks a good buy.
http://www.scoobynet.co.uk/bbs/threa...threadid=67759
Not associated with the sale blah, blah.
26 January 2002, 08:42 PM
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Should you buy one? No, don't bother they're rubbish!
Of course you should buy one
In fact, you should buy two. I don't see how you can have more fun on the road for the money.
Anyhow, I've just bought a MY99 (uk turbo) with 54k on the clock and fsh for 9,900 so look around. You'll be able to find something easily within that price range.
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Of course you should buy one
In fact, you should buy two. I don't see how you can have more fun on the road for the money.Anyhow, I've just bought a MY99 (uk turbo) with 54k on the clock and fsh for 9,900 so look around. You'll be able to find something easily within that price range.
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26 January 2002, 08:44 PM
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yeah it is a big jump but until now that is all i have been able to afford!!! (good track day car tho and lots of fun) I now need something to keep up with my mates Boxter S!!! And the reason i ask a bunch of Subaru nuts is cos you are the people who will be able to give me some decent suggestions!!! (if a little biased!!)
26 January 2002, 08:45 PM
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Thanks I wasnt sure what sort of money you need to spend on one. I will definitely get one!!!! And then i will be coming on here pestering you all for modding tips (cant leave the bloody things standard!!!)
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26 January 2002, 09:02 PM
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Power wise you tend to win there with the import. Insurance wise you get stung rather badly, you also need to run them on SUL and always best to add booster.
I love my MY94 WRX
If I were you and on past experience, if you want less running costs and lower insurance go for a UK.
If you do go for an import, take into account that you will need an extra grand or so for insurance!!!!
I jumped from a Puma to a scoob. As long as you respect the power and learn to drive it over a period of time rather than rushing into it, you will never be able to take that grin off your face.
Any other info on scoobs go to the bible http://www.sidc.co.uk and look at the FAQ.
Cheers,
Michelle.
[Edited by Little Miss WRX - 1/26/2002 9:03:23 PM]
I love my MY94 WRX
If I were you and on past experience, if you want less running costs and lower insurance go for a UK.
If you do go for an import, take into account that you will need an extra grand or so for insurance!!!!
I jumped from a Puma to a scoob. As long as you respect the power and learn to drive it over a period of time rather than rushing into it, you will never be able to take that grin off your face.
Any other info on scoobs go to the bible http://www.sidc.co.uk and look at the FAQ.
Cheers,
Michelle.
[Edited by Little Miss WRX - 1/26/2002 9:03:23 PM]
26 January 2002, 09:02 PM
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Subaru main dealers wont touch grey imports.
There are plenty of independent garages that will though.
If you buy a U.K car they generally aren't as fast but there are plenty of mods you can do to make them alot quicker than standard. Just look through the Drivetrain forum.
There are plenty of independent garages that will though.
If you buy a U.K car they generally aren't as fast but there are plenty of mods you can do to make them alot quicker than standard. Just look through the Drivetrain forum.
26 January 2002, 09:09 PM
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I should be able to drive it reasonably well!!! I am a class 1 police driver so have in theory a little ability! But obviously will treat it with respect till i get used to it!!!
Thanks for the advice, i think on what you all are saying It will probably be a Uk spec i go for (only 25 so insurance is a concern!)
Thanks for the advice, i think on what you all are saying It will probably be a Uk spec i go for (only 25 so insurance is a concern!)
26 January 2002, 09:13 PM
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No no it was a valid point!!! And going from a Saxo VtS to a scooby for most people would be a huge jump!!!! But I've got (a little) experience of driving fast!!!
26 January 2002, 09:22 PM
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I'm already prepared for the quotes!!!! 
But the Scooby has to come so I will pay whatever i have to!!
25 no convictions (anymore) 3 years no claims, class 1 driver.....
Surely i must get a (half) reasonable quote!!!
But the Scooby has to come so I will pay whatever i have to!!25 no convictions (anymore) 3 years no claims, class 1 driver.....
Surely i must get a (half) reasonable quote!!!
26 January 2002, 09:36 PM
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Good man!!! 'speed dont kill....its the driver'
you are very right about that.
What is this class 1 driving can anyone do this.
i have my Pass Plus and i also need something esle to lower my insurance. any ideas
you are very right about that.
What is this class 1 driving can anyone do this.
i have my Pass Plus and i also need something esle to lower my insurance. any ideas
26 January 2002, 09:42 PM
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A big jump not really - like most cars until you get stupidly fast cars their shouldn't be a prob. You'll get used to the power quite quickly. A VTS is nippy anyway! It doesnt matter what car you buy it could always do with being faster! Robertio did the jump from a VTR with no probs!
not really - like most cars until you get stupidly fast cars their shouldn't be a prob. You'll get used to the power quite quickly. A VTS is nippy anyway! It doesnt matter what car you buy it could always do with being faster! Robertio did the jump from a VTR with no probs!
26 January 2002, 09:51 PM
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Well the class 1 ive done is a bit different to the advanced course that public can do, but it can lower your insurance anyway with certain companies. If you want I'll find some companies that do it and post em tomorrow.
27 January 2002, 12:20 AM
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Just out of curiosity you have to get an insurance quote for an Sti (you could get a nice sti3 or scrappy Sti4 for 11k) - you may be surprised seeing as you are a professional driver. Also, you would have to modify a UK car a great deal to match Sti performance, and I'd wager your insurance would then be worse than a standard Sti. Shop around... Why give it a go? 280bhp and 26olbs ft vs 215 bhp and 215 lbs ft? No competition, and that's just for starters........
Sorry Uk guys, you have lovely cars, and yes there are many reasons not to buy an import, but buy wisely and you get a very different car for your money.... Horses for courses.
Sorry Uk guys, you have lovely cars, and yes there are many reasons not to buy an import, but buy wisely and you get a very different car for your money.... Horses for courses.
27 January 2002, 05:46 PM
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As a guide I am 23, have 3 years NCD, 3 points (SP30) & I got a quote for a 1999 STI Type R. It came out to £1641, this was from Direct Line. Try a quote from their web site - www.directline.com.
As a guide I am 23, have 3 years NCD, 3 points (SP30) & I got a quote for a 1999 STI Type R. It came out to £1641, this was from Direct Line. Try a quote from their web site - www.directline.com.
27 January 2002, 05:50 PM
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Thanks for the advice guys, I will do a fair bit of shopping around I think! Will probably have to come to a meet sometime and have a look at everyones cars then to give me some ideas!
27 January 2002, 05:50 PM
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Danbo the best thing you can do is to go out and have few test drives on various types of models.You can buy a decent bit of kit for £11000 but remember (Get an hpi report before buying)
27 January 2002, 05:55 PM
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Danbo, I moved from a Saxo VTS about 6 months ago. Saxo was and is still a quick car. You will need to drive the Scoob at higher speeds to get the same on the edge thrill. Trouble is, if you then loose it.. big money. There's nothing like the mid range punch of a turbo car in my book.