si-thee

got a choice between 2 scoobys and was wondering what most people would pick?
the 2 are-

1- 2005 sti blob eye low millage 320ish bhp

2- 2001 p1 with forged engine around 400bhp

both very tidy cars at a similar price

cheers for help

bulldogtwy

i would go for the p1 personally but there getting harder to get parts for. blob eye may be better off because its newer and has better comfort boot space.

jayallen

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Which parts would that be?

I would take the STI, if the P1 is running 400 then its only a matter of time before the box goes bang....wont have to worry about that with the STI.

bulldogtwy

wheels are no long available you can be waiting a while for susp,eng, and gearbox like you said obvsiously depending if you want oe parts.

si-thee

really was hoping you all would say p1, remember when they 1st come out always said im having one of them ha ha,
how strong are the sti 2l engines i had the hawkeye sti and the engines are made of cheese

bulldogtwy

imo they are good strong blocks but depends how you look after it mainly to how long itl last. long as you keep it serviced and topped up with oil you shouldnt have a problem.

Glowplug

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All You've only had 2 replys

Head says STi.

Heart says P1.

So i'd end up buying the P1

si-thee

1st 2 both sway towards sti dont want any1 to say that

but you are right my head is saying get the newer car, but i really want the p1 they are such a good looking car

rock and hard place

Cd09

Is it going to be an everyday car or a weekender/second car?

si-thee

weekender with the casual in week use when not at work

m@t STImulation

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all depends who has done the mods to the p1 and receipts to prove. i.e has it got a dog box or a 6speed it should have 1 of those for that power what ecu who mapped it etc...

The Sheep Worrier

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P1 for me mate, little more exclusive than the more common blob sti, stunning colour lighter car etc. its a no brainer for me!!!granted you dont have the luxury of a newage but you got some serious raw power with the p1, and a (should be) very reliable forged rebuild. perhaps the box may go but i rekon youd be able to source a replacment/upgrade through someone like API etc, good luck with your choice whatever it may be!
Rob

Cd09

Ah well if thats the case P1, dont matter about reliablity then if its not your main car... well thats my view. Only because your heart says P1, and seeing as its not going to be your main car then it doesnt matter if it blows up so much (appart from the cost of fixing it).

si-thee

all work carried out by scoobyclinic, not sure about the box will ask the question thou

si-thee

my thoughts exactly loose count on how many blob eyes i see driving about and when you do, you dont look twice but you see a p1 and your eyes are fixed to it.

scatty

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having a blob, reckon id be tempted with the fully forged p1..i think i have a weight issue, or my car has anyway...

as long as it had the 6speed box, or get saving up for one.........


i think either way you would be happy....

si-thee

good point

m@t STImulation

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very good rep company how recent. got a print out for power?? it wont be spot on 400, service history at the clinic?? check with scoobyclinic as some people make up the paperwork. 400bhp p1 would be an animal and imo the best looking scooby bar the 22b.


just need to do your homework on it don't rush wish i had that advise when i got mine lol

you can get a mapper to check the car to see if its knocking, or if its got an apexi ecu the will be a knock readout. also is it a 2.0 forged block? is it a closed deck block? could be a 2,5 conversion or a 2.1 stroker. just ask all the questions and maybe get the clinic involved to check it over (worth while) and if they are happy with the car, it should be a very good perchace

m@t STImulation

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very good rep company how recent. got a print out for power?? it wont be spot on 400, service history at the clinic?? check with scoobyclinic as some people make up the paperwork. 400bhp p1 would be an animal and imo the best looking scooby bar the 22b.


just need to do your homework on it don't rush wish i had that advise when i got mine lol

you can get a mapper to check the car to see if its knocking, or if its got an apexi ecu the will be a knock readout. also is it a 2.0 forged block? is it a closed deck block? could be a 2,5 conversion or a 2.1 stroker. just ask all the questions and maybe get the clinic involved to check it over (worth while) and if they are happy with the car, it should be a very good perchace

si-thee

he said its been bored out to a 2.2 with forged pistons uprated cam and bearing got all receipts but i will double check, i have spent alot of money at sc over the years tried getting hold of adam to see if he can shed some light on it for me.

The Trooper 1815

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If it's a UK Blob then P1. If it's a JDM Blob, then JDM all the way

si-thee

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Steve T

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My thoughts exactly. Steve.

si-thee

why are the jdms better

dunx

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You need to try both, the classic feels quicker and more lively anyway, but at 400 bhp it should make you grin !

New-Age STI is comfier and tougher, but less edgy...

dunx

P.S. After 8 years in a bug, I'd love a 2 door to stick in the garage...

More_Boost

Off the top of mi head,they rev upto 8k rpm,level headers,quick rack steering,internal DCCD and a standard car pushes just over 300 bhp from the box and they have a give away windscreen wiper at the back,an all round sexy car.
And I would not swap mine for a P1.