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Old 07 December 2012, 07:37 AM
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Default Subaru Impreza WRX 2.5 Turbo 55 Plate

Basicaly would like some advice please. I have been out and test driven a 55 plate WRX, its for sale on the dealers web site as a turbo. The engine has a intercooler right under the bonnet scoop.
I could not see no boost gagues in the car and could not feel any boost when acelerating. The car did not feel fast like the cars i have previously been in.
Is there a way to know if this indeed has a turbo? and not the 2.5 non turbo version.
It does not have the deep growel of the turbo versions i have herd iether. I realy want to buy this car but dont think it is what it should be. It has only done 34k and is in prestene condition.
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HPI check??

It's a 2.5 so the power delivery is smoother and if it's standard then they don't set the world on fire or sound like the 2.0l.

change the exhaust and get it remapped by a reputable mapper off here and it will totally transform it into a fire breathing monster you desire, lol.

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Hiya mate thanks for the reply, yeah it has had a hpi check by the dealer tho i looked at it before i drove the car. Ill get one now and see what it says.
What do you think of the spoiler? cant be standard surley. Mint tho aint it
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Yep that's a 2.5 Wrx mate and looks in good condition.
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I went from a 2.0l to the 2.5l and wasn't impressed at all. Changed the exhaust, decatted the downpipe, swapped panel filter + remap - made 267/326. Totally transformed the car. I now run 342/410. I'll never go back to 2.0- would miss the torque. I say go for it
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Thanks will do, just sat on my fingers till 9am when the finace company open. I owe a few quid on my fiesta st but im sure they will transfer the rest ontop of this. If not im of to the bank for 5K loan.

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Sorry for all the questions guys but could anyone tell me about the spoiler. I have never seen one like this before, and thats why i have fell in love with the car. Is it standard or is it a limited edition ect. Or is this something someone has put on that you can buy.
Realy stands out and looks amazing.
On they key ring there is a metal plate with a number on it, just wounderd.

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Old 07 December 2012, 08:59 AM
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That's an after market wrc spoiler m8, I have the same motor in an o7 2.5 sti these cars shift, when I drive other cars now its like I'm not moving anywhere, if in doubt flat out lol, definitely exotic these
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Originally Posted by 360sully360
Sorry for all the questions guys but could anyone tell me about the spoiler. I have never seen one like this before, and thats why i have fell in love with the car. Is it standard or is it a limited edition ect. Or is this something someone has put on that you can buy.
Realy stands out and looks amazing.
On they key ring there is a metal plate with a number on it, just wounderd.
Has it got a dccd ?
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Originally Posted by Px07 Scooby
Has it got a dccd ?
Whats dccd ?
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It's a Wrx so no Dccd.......
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http://www.motorparks.co.uk/used-car...codeSB=ol1+1aa

Looks like it will be the higher VED bracket though. Cheap price though, makes you wonder why they have knocked £2k off. Maybe cant shift it so you may be able to drive the price even lower if you can get the cash in hand.
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Just did got them down to 4700, im so exited right now. Have to go bed now i work nights. They ringing me at 5 to sighn for it.
I finaly own a impreza turbo whoot whoot!!
Does my bird know ? does she hell show it her when i picked it up :P
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Make sure it's what you want, it sounds like It, but they are very expensive, insurance is high, added fuel costs (99ron) over the st, they need servicing regular, need decent tyres, you will want a remap and a few extras to get the noise and speed you wanted. Some 2.5's have engine issues (then again any car can go wrong at any time)
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Well done mate. Welcome
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Got 170 miles out of my sti £80 of shells finest, if in doubt flat out
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Originally Posted by 360sully360
Just did got them down to 4700, im so exited right now. Have to go bed now i work nights. They ringing me at 5 to sighn for it.
I finaly own a impreza turbo whoot whoot!!
Does my bird know ? does she hell show it her when i picked it up :P
Let us know how you get on m8
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I cant see the pic if so is it a 2005 car. if so it will be the cheaper tax if registered before march 2006

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Nice - I'd been watching this one on autotrader as well - IMO change the rear spoiler and you've got a great looking car there (very jealous).

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Old 07 December 2012, 02:16 PM
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The exhaust doesn't look standard from what i can see on the pictures...
Old 08 December 2012, 08:29 AM
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My girlfriend has hit the roof and well not happy. They rang the house phone when i was in bed. I have till monday to win her over. The car is not going anywhere and im the only one interested in the car. The finance have given the nod if i want it.
The exhaust does not look standard, it looks like the jap speed one for like £240. It has no bass and does not sound deep. I would defo be changing it if i can get her on side.
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Sounds like you need a new girlfriend, which won't be much of a problem with a flashy new motor.
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Give her a real good loving, be a devil ye know ye wanna lol
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Just turn up in it
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Originally Posted by ditchmyster
Sounds like you need a new girlfriend, which won't be much of a problem with a flashy new motor.
Lol
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Originally Posted by ditchmyster
Sounds like you need a new girlfriend, which won't be much of a problem with a flashy new motor.
This comment made my day lmao
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If in doubt flat out
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Is it her money or your money? If it's all yours then give her a swift kick in the minge and send her back to the kitchen on the strict understanding that she's in charge of what gets parked in the oven - not the garage
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Originally Posted by Brun
Is it her money or your money? If it's all yours then give her a swift kick in the minge and send her back to the kitchen on the strict understanding that she's in charge of what gets parked in the oven - not the garage
PSMSL
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So did he buy the car or not ? Or has she booted him out ??
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