Bugeye STI PPP/ Blobeye STI PPP
15 March 2011, 10:14 PM
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Bugeye STI PPP/ Blobeye STI PPP
Hi All,
Whats the main differences between the two?
Do they share the same engine/suspension....
I know they have the same BHP, what one is the better car
Thanks in advance
Whats the main differences between the two?
Do they share the same engine/suspension....
I know they have the same BHP, what one is the better car
Thanks in advance
15 March 2011, 10:24 PM
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Most people will say the Bug is ugly 
I have a Prodrive style and I actually think it's a nicer looking car than the blob with the different bumper.
Mechanically I think most will agree that the Bug has the strongest mechanicals of all the UK spec cars.
I have a Prodrive style and I actually think it's a nicer looking car than the blob with the different bumper. Mechanically I think most will agree that the Bug has the strongest mechanicals of all the UK spec cars.
15 March 2011, 10:29 PM
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Until the wider track / DCCD of the later blobs, the UK bug and the UK Blob were basically the same underneath the skin.
I think Subaru had a shock with how ugly people thought the bug was and simply dressed it in a new blob skin............
Shaun
I think Subaru had a shock with how ugly people thought the bug was and simply dressed it in a new blob skin............
Shaun
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15 March 2011, 10:34 PM
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Why? Cause I prefer the car I bought?
Really Shaun? I was sure quite a few in the know here suggested the Bug had the strongest running gear 
15 March 2011, 10:47 PM
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The "early" bug had different internals, in particular the pistons were stronger, I'm not sure how long that lasted as I guess they like to build them to the lowest budget they could.
Shaun
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16 March 2011, 01:57 PM
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you dont have to cut or change the rear bumper to fit blob lights on a bug you only have to remove the backing as i know a few who have done this on bug and none have changed the bumper
prodrive style rather than blob unless 05+ with dccd v7 sti forged pistons
prodrive style rather than blob unless 05+ with dccd v7 sti forged pistons
16 March 2011, 02:08 PM
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Did the Prodrive Bugeyes have the stronger internals?
As said above, unless its a late 54 (you can get them on 54) UK DCCD-A car then I just don't see the point buying a blob over a bug.
I know we spend alot of money on our cars but I would really resent paying £400 tax on a hawk - even if I could afford to spend £1000 a month on mods it would pi55 me right off.
Black Prodrive STI, chunky FMIC, lowered a bit and with those big offset wheels you can get (in white) with maybe green calipers and detailing. Thats my plan "when" I get one.
As said above, unless its a late 54 (you can get them on 54) UK DCCD-A car then I just don't see the point buying a blob over a bug.
I know we spend alot of money on our cars but I would really resent paying £400 tax on a hawk - even if I could afford to spend £1000 a month on mods it would pi55 me right off.
Black Prodrive STI, chunky FMIC, lowered a bit and with those big offset wheels you can get (in white) with maybe green calipers and detailing. Thats my plan "when" I get one.
16 March 2011, 02:20 PM
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Prodrive bug-fan-boy here...
1. They changed the synchros as some early cars had problems ( STI ).
2. They tweaked the front suspension for improved "feel".
3. They add a nasty face-lift.
4. They put the price up !
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1. They changed the synchros as some early cars had problems ( STI ).
2. They tweaked the front suspension for improved "feel".
3. They add a nasty face-lift.
4. They put the price up !
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one of the bulb holders are different so you need that,fitted a pair to mine (way better)
16 March 2011, 06:54 PM
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Bug rear lights look like something off an old orion 
