Advice for a Scooby Newbie
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Advice for a Scooby Newbie
Hi One and All
I'm about to buy my first Scooby at the age of 31 wanted one since i was 18.
Ive a few questions but wasnt sure where to post them so ive stuck them in general. Go easy on me moderators im a newb after all.
So Question One.
Im Looking to buy a 01 -03 WRX with 3-4K avalible ive seen sime high mileage ones, the most recent being a 03 Immaculate Bug Eye, the only problem in my mind being that its done 98K, So any advice on milage would Really Helpfull.
Question Number Two.
Where the best place to buy ICE for this damn thing, the stereos are so dated my kids dont recognise the tape player and asked me what it was??
Again appologies if i've posted in the wrong part of the forum.
I look forward to your help
Will Maxted - About to pop my cherry with the car i've always wanted.
I'm about to buy my first Scooby at the age of 31 wanted one since i was 18.
Ive a few questions but wasnt sure where to post them so ive stuck them in general. Go easy on me moderators im a newb after all.
So Question One.
Im Looking to buy a 01 -03 WRX with 3-4K avalible ive seen sime high mileage ones, the most recent being a 03 Immaculate Bug Eye, the only problem in my mind being that its done 98K, So any advice on milage would Really Helpfull.
Question Number Two.
Where the best place to buy ICE for this damn thing, the stereos are so dated my kids dont recognise the tape player and asked me what it was??
Again appologies if i've posted in the wrong part of the forum.
I look forward to your help
Will Maxted - About to pop my cherry with the car i've always wanted.
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With high mileage full service history is vital, also how many owners the less owners the tendency is it may not have been thrashed.
You need to think what kind of mileage you may put on it in terms of re-sale value.
Take your time & don't dive in. What model & mods are you looking for if any?
If you know anyone who is knowledgeable about Subaru's or performance cars in general this will be an advantage to take them along for viewing or picking their brain.
Good luck mate
You need to think what kind of mileage you may put on it in terms of re-sale value.
Take your time & don't dive in. What model & mods are you looking for if any?
If you know anyone who is knowledgeable about Subaru's or performance cars in general this will be an advantage to take them along for viewing or picking their brain.
Good luck mate
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Hi and welcome to Snet
I suggest you take your time and choose a car that has been owned by a Subaru enthusiast as it will more than likely have been looked after properly. Don't just go out and buy the first car you view through excitement lol. If possible take someone with you who has a understanding of these cars that way they can point out any problems with the car. You can join a local Subaru club and ask if any of the members would assist you on viewing a car these cars can be a money pit if not looked after correctly so make sure you buy a good example!
Good luck
I suggest you take your time and choose a car that has been owned by a Subaru enthusiast as it will more than likely have been looked after properly. Don't just go out and buy the first car you view through excitement lol. If possible take someone with you who has a understanding of these cars that way they can point out any problems with the car. You can join a local Subaru club and ask if any of the members would assist you on viewing a car these cars can be a money pit if not looked after correctly so make sure you buy a good example!
Good luck
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With any high mileage car always asked to see a service history and receipts. A truly cared for scoob should have all these available.
As for ICE just look on the forums for tips and advice on the best equipment about for your budget.
Goodluck and welcome.
As for ICE just look on the forums for tips and advice on the best equipment about for your budget.
Goodluck and welcome.
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What an outpouring of support, thank you very much guys, at present I’m only going to cars with full history and enthusiasts, Saw an amazing example yesterday of a 98k World Rally Blue bug eye with 2 owners and full history from new for 2.5k only thing that disturbs me is the mileage.
Looked at roughly 5 cars so far so defiantly not going to be buying the first I see.
The help on here has been invaluable.
Thanks again
Looked at roughly 5 cars so far so defiantly not going to be buying the first I see.
The help on here has been invaluable.
Thanks again
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Okay so Sti's look good whats the difference bettween mpg.
I can deal with 20 -25 any lower than that and im gonna struggle. The car gennerally will be a toy for weekends however the wife who loves the damn thing wants to drive it to and from work which is an 18 mile round trip
Am i going to notice a differnce in fuel consumtion on the weekdays id hazard a guess at yes?
Let me know if im wrong as my preference would be an STI
I can deal with 20 -25 any lower than that and im gonna struggle. The car gennerally will be a toy for weekends however the wife who loves the damn thing wants to drive it to and from work which is an 18 mile round trip
Am i going to notice a differnce in fuel consumtion on the weekdays id hazard a guess at yes?
Let me know if im wrong as my preference would be an STI
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Okay so Sti's look good whats the difference bettween mpg.
I can deal with 20 -25 any lower than that and im gonna struggle. The car gennerally will be a toy for weekends however the wife who loves the damn thing wants to drive it to and from work which is an 18 mile round trip
Am i going to notice a differnce in fuel consumtion on the weekdays id hazard a guess at yes?
Let me know if im wrong as my preference would be an STI
I can deal with 20 -25 any lower than that and im gonna struggle. The car gennerally will be a toy for weekends however the wife who loves the damn thing wants to drive it to and from work which is an 18 mile round trip
Am i going to notice a differnce in fuel consumtion on the weekdays id hazard a guess at yes?
Let me know if im wrong as my preference would be an STI
Depends on road, traffic, and how you use the loud peddle
20-25 is realistic but be prepaird to watch the needle drop while you look at it
Farther-in laws WRX owned since new has done 130k, track days etc and has needed one brake caliper on the rear, it runs like new! If its cared for should be epic.
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well 250 miles to a tank was surpassing my expectations i was looking at more like 200 but as you say its the way you drive. I've been know to have a genetic mutation called lead foot.
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What an outpouring of support, thank you very much guys, at present I’m only going to cars with full history and enthusiasts, Saw an amazing example yesterday of a 98k World Rally Blue bug eye with 2 owners and full history from new for 2.5k only thing that disturbs me is the mileage.
Looked at roughly 5 cars so far so defiantly not going to be buying the first I see.
The help on here has been invaluable.
Thanks again
Looked at roughly 5 cars so far so defiantly not going to be buying the first I see.
The help on here has been invaluable.
Thanks again
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I'll add my perennial old chestnut, rust. Please have a look at this:
https://www.scoobynet.com/general-te...ame-query.html
And then have a much closer look at the underside of any Impreza you go to view.
https://www.scoobynet.com/general-te...ame-query.html
And then have a much closer look at the underside of any Impreza you go to view.
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I'll add my perennial old chestnut, rust. Please have a look at this:
https://www.scoobynet.com/general-te...ame-query.html
And then have a much closer look at the underside of any Impreza you go to view.
https://www.scoobynet.com/general-te...ame-query.html
And then have a much closer look at the underside of any Impreza you go to view.
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As people have said,these cars are no different than any other sports car.
As long as it has a good service history,looks good,drives well and for around
£30/40 you can get the AA / RAC to do all the checks,
I.E insurance write off etc.I came from another mark to Subaru and was
lucky enough to find a nice example,buy just following the above.
So good look with the search there are plenty of nice ones out there
i'm sure.
If your looking at going for MODS in excess of 330bhp i would
advise the STI.If not the WRX will meet all your requirements.
As long as it has a good service history,looks good,drives well and for around
£30/40 you can get the AA / RAC to do all the checks,
I.E insurance write off etc.I came from another mark to Subaru and was
lucky enough to find a nice example,buy just following the above.
So good look with the search there are plenty of nice ones out there
i'm sure.
If your looking at going for MODS in excess of 330bhp i would
advise the STI.If not the WRX will meet all your requirements.
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