MY03 WRX STI
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MY03 WRX STI
Hi All,
Im currently thinking what car to get. Its a hard choice between a EVO 8 MR or 03 WRX STI PPP.
The maintainence of the EVO is a big problem and the AYC pump failure. Im just trying to gather some info on the WRX STI PPP, is there any known issues with this model, i am aware that the classic suffers from detonation and MAF problems and the 2.5 litre engine has problem also.
I am aware that the JDM model is better but its a bit too expensive.
Any owners out there with any advice
Im currently thinking what car to get. Its a hard choice between a EVO 8 MR or 03 WRX STI PPP.
The maintainence of the EVO is a big problem and the AYC pump failure. Im just trying to gather some info on the WRX STI PPP, is there any known issues with this model, i am aware that the classic suffers from detonation and MAF problems and the 2.5 litre engine has problem also.
I am aware that the JDM model is better but its a bit too expensive.
Any owners out there with any advice
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Hi All,
Im currently thinking what car to get. Its a hard choice between a EVO 8 MR or 03 WRX STI PPP.
The maintainence of the EVO is a big problem and the AYC pump failure. Im just trying to gather some info on the WRX STI PPP, is there any known issues with this model, i am aware that the classic suffers from detonation and MAF problems and the 2.5 litre engine has problem also.
I am aware that the JDM model is better but its a bit too expensive.
Any owners out there with any advice
Im currently thinking what car to get. Its a hard choice between a EVO 8 MR or 03 WRX STI PPP.
The maintainence of the EVO is a big problem and the AYC pump failure. Im just trying to gather some info on the WRX STI PPP, is there any known issues with this model, i am aware that the classic suffers from detonation and MAF problems and the 2.5 litre engine has problem also.
I am aware that the JDM model is better but its a bit too expensive.
Any owners out there with any advice
Decent little cars, just a re-map will see you at 330-350 bhp with nice early spool and MOT friendly.
Good Luck.
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Hi mate ,i've had my 03 sti ppp with a remap and i think its an amazing car , never regretted buying it and it has been worth every penny ,i dont think im ever going to part with it . I was torn between this and an evo 7 at the time but the servicing put me off as well . So glad i bought the sti as i dont think there is much between them as everyday road cars exept the cost .
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Thanks for the replys lads.
Just a remap will see her around 330 BHP, will i need to do anything else ?(change MAF...)
The EVO is a nice car but its more expensive and cost a fortune to run.
@handsome rob
Over the 4 yours anything major happened, also what do I need to look out for when viewing, apart from the normal (check exchaust smoke...)
Cheers
Just a remap will see her around 330 BHP, will i need to do anything else ?(change MAF...)
The EVO is a nice car but its more expensive and cost a fortune to run.
@handsome rob
Over the 4 yours anything major happened, also what do I need to look out for when viewing, apart from the normal (check exchaust smoke...)
Cheers
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Alot of people uprate the fuel pump (though on that model its not necessary) as they are pretty cheap, otherwise a panel filter (no induction kits needed) an your away (maf is ok and you wont need to do anything with it until your well into 400bhp)
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Great time to be buying, cars have dropped in value since I brought mine 9 months ago ,so you should get alot of car for your money.Good luck with your search
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Check the condition of the rear struts on the STi. Any Knocking or creaking will be at least a repack but more likely a couple of replacements. Most people will swap them out for coilovers of some sort (BC Racing on mine, but after less than 2 years the NSR is knocking)
If it's a PPP make sure they have the certificate to prove it has been fitted .
If it's a PPP make sure they have the certificate to prove it has been fitted .
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Ive got an 05 Wrx Sti (well its the wifes) and I had an Evo 9, they are both totally different cars, the Scooby is more praticle imho, although I havent had any issues with either cars.
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If you have the money for an evo though then you should consider a MY05 car as they have quite a few improvements over the earlier cars, and a jdm one would be even better if you can find one.
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I ahve just ordered some KYB ultra's - adjustable shockers from camskill. Very good on price will let you know they outcome as they are going on in jan with a whiteline rear arb and a front lower h brace. Should sort all the knocking out and tighten the chassis. My car is also an my03 sti
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I ahve just ordered some KYB ultra's - adjustable shockers from camskill. Very good on price will let you know they outcome as they are going on in jan with a whiteline rear arb and a front lower h brace. Should sort all the knocking out and tighten the chassis. My car is also an my03 sti
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