Are Classic STI worth it?

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Oct 12, 2012 | 05:14 PM

Essexdon

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Are Classic STI worth it?

Hi guys,

I have been looking at upgrading my Ver2 WRX preface lift to a newer Impreza, ideally a Bug STI but I have not ruled out another classic, an STI rather than WRX. But there just does not seem that much difference between the classic STI and WRX rather than the Newage Impreza's, Brembo, TMIC, 6 speed for example.

So does the extra £1000/£2000 cost over a classic WRX for an STI justify the money for a set of forged pistons, firmer suspension (my WRX is already on coilovers) and a higher redline?

Thanks

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Oct 12, 2012 | 05:27 PM

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Not really mate in terms of a V1/2.

Keep your WRX, early classics are the best IMHO...

Oct 12, 2012 | 05:31 PM

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Know **** all about the clasics but i'd love a v5 type r. I prefer the looks over the newage tbh, not sure what they are like to drive though??

Oct 12, 2012 | 05:34 PM

Essexdon

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Yea the 2 Doors are the exeption really.

Oct 12, 2012 | 05:55 PM

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there is really not much difference between wrx and sti pre 96.

Oct 12, 2012 | 05:58 PM

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What is your budget mate?

Oct 12, 2012 | 06:15 PM

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I went from 93 WRX to 1998 Type R and yes it was worth it

But as you say 2 doors are the exception so I would personally go for the newer Imprezas.

Are Classic STI worth it?

Are Classic STI worth it?

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