New member, new car! Advise

[BLITZ]

Hi Guys,

 

My name is Jason and I just thought I would introduce myself to the forum as I'm about to purchase my first Scooby. I've wanted one for a few years and now due to change of job (not traveling to work) I'm able to get one.

 

So I've been looking for about 3 weeks now and I've found one that I really like. I'm going to view this tomorrow and all being well drive it home.

 

I have done my own research but I would love to know peoples opinion of things to look out for when buying.

 

The car is here ---> http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/subaru/impreza-sti/subaru-impreza-2-5-wrx-sti-type-uk--370bhp--over-10k-spent-one-of-a-kind/4513906

 

So what I'm seeking advise about is...

 

The power. As nice as 370bhp sounds I'm just wondering is this realistic from just a remap and a few mods? The seller does have the dyno print outs and of course I will check these before buying.

 

Also is there anything else I should look out for?

 

As you can image I'm very excited so I don't want to be blinded by anything.

 

Thanks to everyone in advance for any help.

 

 

 

 

[martyc]

Andy forest has a very good rep, and the 2.5s can make good power especially in sti spec with a tune. The 2.5 does have a reputation for piston ring land failure which is one of the reasons I was put off the 2.5 but there's loads out there without issues. Seems to have been loved if all the receipts are there. I'm not a fan of the spoiler but that's my personal taste and being picky so don't let it out you off!

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[BLITZ]

Hi Marty,

 

Thanks for the help. I agree with the spoiler, but it comes with the original which is a bonus.

[confusedbrog]

I'd say he's missed off some engine mods if he thinks he's got 370 bhp. But still the car looks lovely apart from the max power special spoiler so as long as everything is good mechanically you could end up with a very nice car

[BoozyDave]

I think it will struggle to make 370bhp with just a filter, exhaust and a remap. There must be some mods missing off the list for that power.

 

It looks like the previous owners have looked after it and spent money on it :)

[quit]

what turbo these on ? 

[BoozyDave]

can't remember for certain, I think TD06, VF37 or VF39 IIRC

[Jay762]

Wotcha and welcome - agree think there must be some mods missing from the list, exhaust, filter and map would get you to around 330 on a 2.5l

[BLITZ]

Hi guys!

 

So just to let you know I brought the car and I will get some pics up very soon!

[confusedbrog]

Nice one :)