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Old 10 September 2011, 11:39 PM
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Are there any known issues with imprezas after a certain mileage.
i've read a few threads on here and other forums and there a lots of people who say avoid cars with higher mileage.
i looked at loads when buying mine and was more concerned with the overall condition and servicing history.
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to be honest with you mate if the car has been well looked after it will be fine ie serviced regulary with the right oil

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yes that what i thought most modern cars should go on to 150k or more with proper servicing.
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thats it bud i had a 1995 turbo 2000 with 138k on it full service history and it was sound ran a beaut
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I've never been too concerned with mileage providing that the car has been well cared for. Regular services with good oil and generally looked after overall.
I'd be a little more wary if buying and old classic with +100K as so many have fallen into the wrong hands.
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mines done 70k and i keep getting told thats high for an 04 sti
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No, it's not high chap. And anyway, newage STI lumps are as strong as ****.
Ignore them.
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Originally Posted by MattyB1983
No, it's not high chap. And anyway, newage STI lumps are as strong as ****.
Ignore them.
im not concerned at all as it has full service history etc, just wondering what the fuss is all about ?
i.e. the bottom end drops out at 85k or something
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I sold a 05 plate STI earlier this year with 100K on the clock. Ran as sweet as a nut !!! Many people on here were turning their noses up because of the ''high mileage'' even though it had really nice and documented service history.
As far as I know it's still running perfectly. Good engine these newage STI's have, I'm actually running one in my classic.
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Hi there

as above mileage can be concern if its car not properly maintained(poor if you want).
Forging engine on your i don't think you are need at moment,if you are running still OE turbo.

Or if you are not looking for 450bhp+ anytime soon,but still OE STi 2.0L are build run above this bhp(450bhp),some running more than 500bhp without the problem 10-20k miles without the problem.

If you want be sure visit your nearest Subaru specialist for health check for sure,if its something wrong he will tell you.


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