shu47shu Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 Hi. Been pondering for a while now about getting a scubby as I've always admired them Dont know much about them apart from the typical types. WRX, STI, P1 & 300 So Ive Joined up to see if i can be enlightened and in the forseable future take the leap in becoming an owner once the right car/price comes along. Coming from a VAG/Diesel background. Took this pic from a recent car show 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoobyghost Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 Welcome to the club! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stants Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 Hi & welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shu47shu Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 Thanks, What are the main things to look out for when buying one? Like common faults / issues Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stants Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 There's a what to look for/ buying guide in the fan's section I'll post a link if I can dig it out 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay762 Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 Wotcha and welcome: Here you go http://uk.subaruownersclub.com/forums/topic/1619-help-check-guide-buying-1st-subaru/ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gambit Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 http://uk.subaruownersclub.com/forums/topic/1619-help-check-guide-buying-1st-subaru/ Here you go members have added to it so worth a read through And welcome to S.O.C if you have any questions feel free to ask doesn't matter if you think it's a silly question or not. All friendly bunch here :D EDIT: At the same time :D 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shu47shu Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 Cheers. I'll have a good read through that. There's quite a few for sale on various sites. Just need to pick the right one. Looking for one close 2 standard / subtle mods. Nothing to extreme. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gambit Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 Best way mate I traveled for both mine the Bug wasn't too far hour's drive away. the Blobeye I went to Manchester for that, but nearly went to Scotland to pick one up so sometimes traveling is needed :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tidgy Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 Welcome. Gonna be very different to what your used to :-) First thing isdecide budget an what you want, classics are more performance over comfort so pretty hard core,new age tend to be a bit more comfortable and toned down. After that few different models to choose from. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgarside Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 Travelled for mine as well, ended up buying from Birmingham for STI and Oxford for my previous S2000. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGD Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 Buy a standard its better as you know what you are getting and you can customise it yourself. Wheel bearings, rattling or knocking from the engine Lower miles the better full service history is worth its waiting gold Timing belt pullies are done Dont be affraid to travel its always worth it for a good one! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shu47shu Posted May 26, 2015 Author Share Posted May 26, 2015 Yeah your definitely right. Seen a few good examples but they dont hang around long. Been reading through the forum and getting a better grasp on things. I kinda now know bit of difference between the WRX & STI models. & PPP spec & what a blob and bug eye is. Lol One thing I've noticed is that there's a huge tax band difference between certain models from 06 plate onwards aswel. So im getting there. Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gambit Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 The tax brand did change late 06 models. I.e the Hawkeye. But you can get early 06 models that came out before our great government hiked it up :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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