subdriver Posted April 25, 2015 Share Posted April 25, 2015 Hello to all. New member here looking to purchase a Legacy b4 rsk twin turbo. I have no idea or any knowledge of this type of car and im hoping that someone on the site will be able to help me.....cos i don't want to buy a lemon. What are the common isues to look for? The car is 2001 model just imported. I have never owned a Japanese car, are parts expensive. Thank you in advance for any help you may provide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom_gr7 Posted April 25, 2015 Share Posted April 25, 2015 This thread is probably worth a read mate. http://uk.subaruownersclub.com/forums/topic/1619-help-check-guide-buying-1st-subaru/ Any reason you are going for a mk3 legacy? as you can get some nice Mk4 legacy imports? Although they would cost a bit more. here's a few examples of mk4 legacy imports. http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201502100836320/sort/default/page/3/make/subaru/channel/cars/usedcars/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/quicksearch/true/model/legacy/price-from/4500/postcode/ts274bf/radius/1500/price-to/10000?logcode=p http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201503131686315/sort/default/page/3/make/subaru/channel/cars/usedcars/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/quicksearch/true/model/legacy/price-from/4500/postcode/ts274bf/radius/1500/price-to/10000?logcode=p http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201504082421894/sort/default/page/3/make/subaru/channel/cars/usedcars/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/quicksearch/true/model/legacy/price-from/4500/postcode/ts274bf/radius/1500/price-to/10000?logcode=p http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201503131681883/sort/default/page/3/make/subaru/channel/cars/usedcars/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/quicksearch/true/model/legacy/price-from/4500/postcode/ts274bf/radius/1500/price-to/10000?logcode=p As a legacy owner, I'd certainly suggest checking all the arches for any signs of rust - there's a lip under the rear aches that tends to collect crap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subdriver Posted April 25, 2015 Author Share Posted April 25, 2015 Hello, Thank you for reply. Im looking at purchasing this one though i know nothing about any of them. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Subaru-Legacy-B4-RSK-2-0i-Twin-Turbo-Auto-/381091634771?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item58bad4de53 Its only a couple of miles from me, comes with 3 months warranty and £2500 cheaper. years m.o.t. Test driving on monday. Its parked next to the one you sent a link to. Thanks Mike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subdriver Posted April 25, 2015 Author Share Posted April 25, 2015 Any reason you are going for a mk3 legacy? as you can get some nice Mk4 legacy imports? Although they would cost a bit more. Is the newer model a better car performance wise? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tlag Posted April 25, 2015 Share Posted April 25, 2015 The gen 3 that you are looking at is a twin turbo. The gen 4 mentioned is a twin scroll turbo. The gen 3 twin turbo setup is not to everyones taste. The primary turbo runs out of boost before it boosts again along with the secondary turbo. There is a 3-500rpm rev range between the turbos that is commonly referred to as the VOD or 'valley of death' It means you have to plan overtakes more as you don't want to pull out and find you have no boost. The twinscroll does away with that. Personally I prefer the gen 3 twin turbo. Its difficult to describe but it has more character. That's just personal opinion and you really need to drive both for yourself. Both cars are of an age when rust may be an issue so check that side of it carefully. They are not prone to rust any more than any other car but check anyway. Interiors wear well so they should show little sign or wear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subdriver Posted April 26, 2015 Author Share Posted April 26, 2015 Tank you Tom_gr7 and Tlag, I get the name now Tlag...lol. Im thinking newer car v better looks, as i prefer the older look. Both cars are direct imports from Japan and look too good for their age, both are standard with no modifications (though i would not know) The guy will not budge on price so its the price stated or no purchase. Are they easy to service? When i go back on monday i'll look closely at the wheel arches. Sorry for all the questions don't mean to be a pain in the a** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tlag Posted April 26, 2015 Share Posted April 26, 2015 Servicing will be the same on both and is really quite easy. The only awkward bit is changing the plugs but it's fiddly rather than difficult. My advice stands. If you are able, test drive both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom_gr7 Posted April 26, 2015 Share Posted April 26, 2015 Yeah definitely test drive both of them. :) I love my legacy. It's a pretty solid car, It's on 103k now and was 86k went i got it. Since getting it i've had a new clutch fitted and will be getting a new exhaust soon. Other than new brakes and a full service service its been spot on. Handles lovely too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WideSam Posted April 26, 2015 Share Posted April 26, 2015 I'm sure you've done some googling about, but don't forget to consider you'll have it run it on V-Power or Tesco momentum- or any other 99RON fuels if you're thinking about general running costs. Might be pointing out the obvious, but I'd hate for you to own it for a week and blow it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subdriver Posted April 26, 2015 Author Share Posted April 26, 2015 Well Hello all, Thank you all for helping. Its official ...Im now a suburu owner. I drove both cars and decided to go for the newer version. I could not find rust anywhere on the body work or under the arches, no doubt there is some somewhere underneath. Imported 2 months ago 10 months m.o.t, drives like a dream. Is it fast......wow. No written warranty but the owner of the garage specialises in these vehicles and has done so for the past 16 years he is local to me and stated he will repair anything that needs doing within three months of purchase if needed. it looks far better than any i could find on the net. But ....all the books are in Japanese and i need instructions....lol Could someone tell me please. Whats the little black button for next to the auto shift? Mike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subdriver Posted April 26, 2015 Author Share Posted April 26, 2015 I'm sure you've done some googling about, but don't forget to consider you'll have it run it on V-Power or Tesco momentum- or any other 99RON fuels if you're thinking about general running costs. Might be pointing out the obvious, but I'd hate for you to own it for a week and blow it up. No i have not seen anything regarding fuel. I though i could use premium or normal unleaded. What should i use? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WideSam Posted April 26, 2015 Share Posted April 26, 2015 Congratulations! You won't look back now! Because Japan have a higher octane level than our standard unleaded, the imports are designed to run on that. Tesco momentum or she'll v-power are 99RON are the closest we have in this country. Momentum is cheaper but Shell do a driver's club card that'll get you money back :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subdriver Posted April 27, 2015 Author Share Posted April 27, 2015 Hi Wide Sam, Thank you for information. Now i have a Legacy i supose i will have to post posts in the legacy section and say good bye to the introduction section. Thats where im going now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom_gr7 Posted April 27, 2015 Share Posted April 27, 2015 welcome to the club, pictures are mandatory btw :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subdriver Posted April 27, 2015 Author Share Posted April 27, 2015 Thank you. I shall upload some photos soon. Maybe weekend. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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