andy8301

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After a long wait i am now able to afford a new impreza i used to own a classic WRX import a couple of years back but had to sell when i lost my job I am now in a position when i can afford to buy a new on . Looking at either a P1 or a 03-05 blob WRX or STI any advice on any thing to look for and avoid would be appreciated i want something fast and reliable, looking to spend around £6k here are a couple i have been looking at:

http://www4.autotrader.co.uk/classif...ge/1?logcode=p

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3078121.htm

http://www4.autotrader.co.uk/classif...ge/2?logcode=p

Any feedback would be greatly appreciated

the hamster

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Depends what you're looking for really mate. The classic is the the rawest of the 2 so is more of a drivers car where as the blob is going to be heavier but better build quality.

Most enthusiasts would go P1, most family men who need to keep the missus n kids happy would go for the blob.

andy8301

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The car will be my weekend run around purely for fun, both me and the mrs have our run around cars, so this be my guilty pleasure.

the hamster

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P1 it is then mate. You'll blend in too much in a blob. If you dont mind getting your hands dirty and want a "pride n joy" car then the P1 is the car to go for, plus theres more options available for the Classics in terms of power and styling.

andy8301

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Found another car, what do you guys think?

http://www4.autotrader.co.uk/classif...ge/2?logcode=p

r1c

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That's your one mate! Looks nice

andy8301

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i have been to see this one but the paintwork is in pretty bad condition lots or chips and 2 dents :/

Captain-Sticky

what he said, nice motor

Rob Day

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If its a toy your after, why bother with the P1? there are loads of options available to you for you 6K

Captain-Sticky

something to barter with...

andy8301

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Rob what would you suggest? I fell in love the impreza after the first drive of my old wrx, would love a WR1 but funds are limited lol. any feedback would be grat

the hamster

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Have you seen it in the flesh then? its only 13 miles from you but I cant see from the pics what the bodywork is like.

End of the day, the cost of mechanicals far outweighs the cost of cosmetics. A full respray would be about a grand but on the flip side, if you found one with mint bodywork and wanted to start modding then you'll have to spend 3 times that on the cars we've compared so far

Price wise, i've seen P1's fetch 10k in mint condition but the price range is vast. The price is a fair one but i'd be looking to get it for £5500 if poss.

PS, your inbox is full mate so you cant recieve PMs

Cammy5106

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I think I would sway to P1 too or a nice type R import with lots of toys on it

andy8301

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When i went to see it the dealer was adamant that he would not drop under £8k saying he was in no rush to sell, then all of a sudden he has dropped by a grand? Is there reason to be synical?

Matt_F

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i had a gander at that black 1, u seen the orange lambo in the background? rich ******,haha

topshot

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Type R Classic better value for money than P1 imo

andy8301

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Matt you tell me you dont have a Lambo as a daily runaround lol

Cheers for all the input guys, strongly leaning toward this car:

http://www4.autotrader.co.uk/classif...ge/2?logcode=p

Despite the poor bodywork condition, i will try to get a test drive this weekend what sort of things should i look for inspection and paperwork wise as a dont want something that will got pop in a couple of thousand miles.

Spanair

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Let us know how you get on then fella

subarutom

Was reading on this forum the other day about a chap who went in search of a p1. Did a check on one and found it was a cat d. maybe the owner didnt know himself or he was pulling the wool. I dont think he bought it so its still out there. and as there isnt many for sale its bound to be one you look at if your luck is anything like mine.

Rob Day

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Just listen to what's already been mentioned mate. It's all about personal preference. I've had 4 impreza's and I think for my requirements it now needs to be a nice blob spec c, however as my car would meet track day action I'm now going track day car, so a cheap daily runner and toy in garage is the way forward for me.

Sti RA with some goodies is in my sights

For a weekend toy, it would not be a P1 for me, but that's my personal opinion.

Rob

andy8301

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Cheers for the heads up Tom, after a bit of searching i managed to find it:

https://www.scoobynet.com/scoobynet-...-cat-d-p1.html

Matt_F

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haha, i wish i had a lambo, the closest ive got to 1 is takin a lp640 round a track in kenilworth

bighead

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guys..£5K ish for a low mileage P1 is a bargain, I know I will never let mine go for £5-6K

andy8301

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Found another one, 2.5 engine conversion but high milage

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...1500?logcode=p

the hamster

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yeah but its 7k and that buys you a lot more options

andy8301

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Been doing a lot of searching and i am starting to leen slightly toward a Blob JDM found this one what do you guys think of it, cant see any bad reviews or any issues with the dealer has anyone ever had any dealings with them?

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3333028.htm

Rob Day

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You have missed quite a few good'ens imho:

one here

https://www.scoobynet.com/subaru-444...3-sti-ppp.html

andy8301

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Seen that but its a bit too high milage nearly £6,400 for a car with 93k , dont get me wrong its looks nice just the milage put me off.

the hamster

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I think i've just had a trouser accident

Rob Day

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Ok, few questions that you dont need to answer on here, but you need to consider. a) are you after a concours car with low mileage, if so your guna pay much more. b) are you just looking for an unmolested low mileage, if so good luck, who knows how many times its seen the red line bouncing the shells to their near death, c) Standard with Full Service history from Subaru direct, I would sooner have one that has been tweaked with higher mileage knowing that it had been in the hands of a reputable mapper and driven by a mature enthusiast...

Im 33 and I have never purposely pushed my previous cars to the redline, nor polished every weekend, or restricated the mileage i have done to keep it low, or had it serviced by Subaru direct. However they have always been looked after by the "professionals" and "driven enthusiastically" but well looked after.

Good luck with your search, just dont become **** or you will miss some real bargains.

Rob