alb-scooby

Hi, im thinking about buying an sti type r, does anyone know if they are prone to their engines going like the P1, which has put me off buying one of them!! Is the engine different stronger/uprated etc..?? Also is there anything else i need to look out for with them??
thanks.

Darc174

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What Year Type R mate?

darc

alb-scooby

version 5 or 6

tathan

Same engine but at least you know you're supposed to use 99+ RON

dazdavies

iTrader: (22)

If you find a decent one the thing you should do is to get it remapped.
If you top end thrash it to see what it can do then expect to rebuild it.

Stick to v5 V6 as earlier models cant be remapped unless you change ECU

redduc

My v6 type r for sale if interested!

type-ellis

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Any car will blow up if you drive it like you stole it all the time, if you treat it well, keep the mods safe and use the right fuel it will last as long as any car mate.

KAS35RSTI

iTrader: (73)

I agree.

DDS789

iTrader: (2)

Maybe if you owned it from new. But you have to consider previous owners, and not just the "previous" owner.

My advise would be to buy the car in the knowledge it may/will need a rebuild, budget for it ect. Then theres no shocks or sadness when/if it happens

alb-scooby

I wont be ready to get one for about 6 months yet. Nice looking motor though mate.