What do we think of this
13 February 2009, 04:42 PM
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SUBARU IMPREZA WRX 2.0 TURBO on eBay, also, Subaru, Cars, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 16-Feb-09 17:13:26 GMT)
Needs a good clean up but im into that.
Only thing that concerns me is the engine bay. Looks a bit grotty
Lad says its got all history, no knocks,rattles,smoke
Was going to see this one tomorrow aswell. Also he will take £1600 cash tomorrow
What do you think??
Needs a good clean up but im into that.
Only thing that concerns me is the engine bay. Looks a bit grotty
Lad says its got all history, no knocks,rattles,smoke
Was going to see this one tomorrow aswell. Also he will take £1600 cash tomorrow
What do you think??
13 February 2009, 04:55 PM
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For the sake of spending £500 or so more, you could have a car that is right from the off...and won't end up costing you anything, which this car potentially could - although saying that, they all potentially could.
It's had an induction kit and exhaust system fitted for a good while without any sort of mapping. So what if it's been running lean? Also, engine bay is rusted to **** and the whole car doesn't look particularly well cared for...and with that mileage?
Could get an enthuasiast owned car which was mint, but maybe still high mileage for not much more IMO.
It's had an induction kit and exhaust system fitted for a good while without any sort of mapping. So what if it's been running lean? Also, engine bay is rusted to **** and the whole car doesn't look particularly well cared for...and with that mileage?
Could get an enthuasiast owned car which was mint, but maybe still high mileage for not much more IMO.
13 February 2009, 04:56 PM
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You pay £1600.
It could cost you another 2 grand (engine ropey, clutch on last legs - bodywork) just to get it to a position that other cars of the same age are which are about 2 grand anyway.
It could cost you another 2 grand (engine ropey, clutch on last legs - bodywork) just to get it to a position that other cars of the same age are which are about 2 grand anyway.
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13 February 2009, 05:09 PM
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It's not just as a project, it's what it could keep costing you the whole time you have it, if it's not been looked after. Could just fall to bits over time.
13 February 2009, 05:34 PM
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For the sake of spending £500 or so more, you could have a car that is right from the off...and won't end up costing you anything, which this car potentially could - although saying that, they all potentially could.
It's had an induction kit and exhaust system fitted for a good while without any sort of mapping. So what if it's been running lean? Also, engine bay is rusted to **** and the whole car doesn't look particularly well cared for...and with that mileage?
Could get an enthuasiast owned car which was mint, but maybe still high mileage for not much more IMO.
It's had an induction kit and exhaust system fitted for a good while without any sort of mapping. So what if it's been running lean? Also, engine bay is rusted to **** and the whole car doesn't look particularly well cared for...and with that mileage?
Could get an enthuasiast owned car which was mint, but maybe still high mileage for not much more IMO.
i read through the ad and it seems genuine enough, warts and all, does not look like anything is being hidden.
It is a 10 y old car with a couple of marks on it and a average mileage - worth a punt i think.
I would rahter have an honest car than one possibly tarted up for sale. Best to inspect is to see what sort of life it has had - wear and tear, the usual suspects.
13 February 2009, 05:45 PM
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Bodywork - accident damage, signs of over-spray on rubbers, panel fit, engine bay - over-spray, all straight - tow bar or mounting visible???
Interior - steering wheel pedals for signs of wear and wear - more that 120k's worth
engine and running gear
Check oil and fluids before start up. New oil filter/clean oil?
run from cold, listen for rattles, and knocks at one end, watch the exhaust for smoke (colour).
Let it warm up whist you chat about the car, get to know the owner and see if you trust them and what they say, take the ad and ask around the ad content.
Once warm take for a spin, does it drive nice, does it drive/break in a straight line with hands off.
Try to pull away In 3rd or 4th gear from standstill, it should stall, if it does do this the likely clutch slip.
If you mate knows his stuff then get him to smell the coolant and check for oil ingress or gas in the water.wheels - condition of them and the tyres - uneven wear and how much rubber left.
Check chassis numbers and Vin.
Any history with the car
Any receipts for recent work
There a few to get you started
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13 February 2009, 06:03 PM
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By the looks of it there is no history, and the seller hasnt mentioned the number of previous owners (unless Ive missed it).
Keep looking, I'm sure you'll find a cleaner one for similar.
Keep looking, I'm sure you'll find a cleaner one for similar.
13 February 2009, 06:18 PM
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Is it me or does it look like its had a fire above the intercooler? There is a classic for sale in the welsh section for £1500 and only needs a rear shock absorber.
13 February 2009, 06:35 PM
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Just spoke to the guy for 15mins
Service history to 90k when he bought it
Serviced last week
cambelt done at 90k before he got it
5 owners him being the 6th
new tyre today
Solid underneath says i can go to his mates garage an have a poke about
Has loads of reeipts for it
He will leave the car cold an let me drive it
Says the clutch judders a small bit(mine has done this since day 1)
Baileys DV
Greddy clutch
Boosts to 1 bar
Remapped
drilled/grooved EBC discs an pads
Uses no oil or water
Im going down Sunday to see it. He said he will happily let me take it on a 15 mile run to test the car
I asked why the engine bay was dirty he said he hasnt got round to cleaning it an they are pics from last year.
He is sending me more pics tomorrow
Im quite keen seems a very genuine lad
Service history to 90k when he bought it
Serviced last week
cambelt done at 90k before he got it
5 owners him being the 6th
new tyre today
Solid underneath says i can go to his mates garage an have a poke about
Has loads of reeipts for it
He will leave the car cold an let me drive it
Says the clutch judders a small bit(mine has done this since day 1)
Baileys DV
Greddy clutch
Boosts to 1 bar
Remapped
drilled/grooved EBC discs an pads
Uses no oil or water
Im going down Sunday to see it. He said he will happily let me take it on a 15 mile run to test the car
I asked why the engine bay was dirty he said he hasnt got round to cleaning it an they are pics from last year.
He is sending me more pics tomorrow
Im quite keen seems a very genuine lad
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13 February 2009, 06:40 PM
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i would say go and look if its not milles away . sum times u have to look at a few **** ones to know when u have found a good one . if that makes sence
13 February 2009, 06:50 PM
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just because the engine bay is dirty doesn't mean its not been looked after, i cleaned my engine bay and was spotless less than 6 months ago now its black again 
looks like a real good car for the money & advert looks genuine
go for it
looks like a real good car for the money & advert looks genuine
go for it
13 February 2009, 07:44 PM
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I paid £2500 for my RA a year ago December.
It was totally standard, perfect inside, underneath, engine was spotless, gearbox nice and tight, worth every penny. The front and rear bumpers had two scuffs, easy fix. It had 61k on it, with full JMVA cert for milage, and full jap service history.
What im saying is there is the perfect car for you out there, but it may take a couple weeks/months to find it. Don't rush it, see as many as you can till you find the one.
Then, like me spend a year and 4k on it!
It was totally standard, perfect inside, underneath, engine was spotless, gearbox nice and tight, worth every penny. The front and rear bumpers had two scuffs, easy fix. It had 61k on it, with full JMVA cert for milage, and full jap service history.
What im saying is there is the perfect car for you out there, but it may take a couple weeks/months to find it. Don't rush it, see as many as you can till you find the one.
Then, like me spend a year and 4k on it!
13 February 2009, 08:12 PM
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I paid £2500 for my RA a year ago December.
It was totally standard, perfect inside, underneath, engine was spotless, gearbox nice and tight, worth every penny. The front and rear bumpers had two scuffs, easy fix. It had 61k on it, with full JMVA cert for milage, and full jap service history.
What im saying is there is the perfect car for you out there, but it may take a couple weeks/months to find it. Don't rush it, see as many as you can till you find the one.
Then, like me spend a year and 4k on it!
It was totally standard, perfect inside, underneath, engine was spotless, gearbox nice and tight, worth every penny. The front and rear bumpers had two scuffs, easy fix. It had 61k on it, with full JMVA cert for milage, and full jap service history.
What im saying is there is the perfect car for you out there, but it may take a couple weeks/months to find it. Don't rush it, see as many as you can till you find the one.
Then, like me spend a year and 4k on it!
I would bin her off the insurance an get her a car but she loves scoobys as much as me so it wouldnt be fair.
I will go an see it an have a look about it.
P.s my mates Scooby is on 61k he bought it for £3100 an UK spec. Owned it 2 weeks an suffered engine failure which resulted in a rebuild an his car was a minter.......... full subaru stamped history 2 owners totally standard
13 February 2009, 08:49 PM
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From what i have seen these engines are good for high mileage an with it having service history this one should be safe... I hope
Could someone take the time to make me a check list for a turbo please.
I know is stupid but i would like a proper list so i know what to look for. As i have never owned or driven a scooby turbo before. Only my sport
Thanks for the time. An if someone does make me one. Thanks for your time
P.s What mpg are we talking under normal driving 60mph.. Just curious
Connor
Could someone take the time to make me a check list for a turbo please.
I know is stupid but i would like a proper list so i know what to look for. As i have never owned or driven a scooby turbo before. Only my sport
Thanks for the time. An if someone does make me one. Thanks for your time
P.s What mpg are we talking under normal driving 60mph.. Just curious
Connor
14 February 2009, 07:59 AM
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It does not look like a wrx import to me as it has no rear windscreen wiper think it may only be a uk 2000 turbo so not as ad says, it will not be the 285bhp wrx , but more like the uk 208bhp .
Are you lookin for a uk or import one as the insurance is quite a bit different have you had quotes for the two , also there is a big difference mechanically between the two , some people just put wrx stickers on and try there luck be careful don't rush in only to regret it , there are plenty of straight clean examples with history out there . Good luck .
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Are you lookin for a uk or import one as the insurance is quite a bit different have you had quotes for the two , also there is a big difference mechanically between the two , some people just put wrx stickers on and try there luck be careful don't rush in only to regret it , there are plenty of straight clean examples with history out there . Good luck .
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14 February 2009, 08:14 AM
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Also aerial is on drivers pillar by windscreen which makes it uk , as the 1998 wrx aerial is on the passenger rear pannel by the boot !!!!!!!
Also the 97-98 models still can't be remapped so you have to buy a remappable ecu eg apexi if you want to go any further with mods .
Mark
Also the 97-98 models still can't be remapped so you have to buy a remappable ecu eg apexi if you want to go any further with mods .
Mark
14 February 2009, 08:59 AM
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I asked him on the phone an he said he thought all turbos were WRX but its 110% a uk car.
Im looking forward to going to see it. if all goes well im taking it back tomorrow
Also going to get the Scot ads in a min to check for any local Scoobs
Yep had quotes on uk for £850 for me 22 with 3 points mylass 20 no points
Import was about £3500 lol pointless
Im looking forward to going to see it. if all goes well im taking it back tomorrow
Also going to get the Scot ads in a min to check for any local Scoobs
Yep had quotes on uk for £850 for me 22 with 3 points mylass 20 no points
Import was about £3500 lol pointless
