WRX STI lights problem

[Mick5994]

Hi guys,

 

I've got a little issue...

 

I'm based in Germany and need to find Left Hand Drive Headlights for a WRX STI on an 11 plate so that I can drive legally in Germany whilst stationed there. Does anyone know where I can get some from and how quickly they can deliver?

 

Looking to pick the car up in September but only have a short period of time to get it sorted out once I get to Germany so want to go prepared.

 

 

Thanks for the help!!

[Scooby Pete]

I would have thought youd be better off sourcing from Germany, maybe check the breakers if they have them in Germany if not some Subaru garages/Bodyshops?

[Mick5994]

Pete, the prices in Germany are extremely high for everything mate. Not even seen a WRX STI in Germany yet so very doubtful there would be any in the breakers. I'd also like to get them fitted in the UK so I can fully understand what they are talking about when it comes to a final bill, its amazing how much stuff you miss when they tell you in German and then print the receipt in German too.

 

Probably why its all so expensive...lol

[Scooby Pete]

what about eBay.com?

 

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_sacat=0&_nkw=subaru+impreza+sti+2011+headlight&LH_PrefLoc=1

[Miggs]

eBay usa too or any left hooker country, would it not be cheaper and easier to use beam benders?

[Mick5994]

Not allowed to use the beam benders as I'm actually living in Germany so have to go through British Forces Germany registration and pass their tests, a little more strict than MOT's but based on that test.

 

I'm actually out in Canada at the minute and only have a work computer that doesnt let you onto eBay so will have to have a good look once I get home next month.

 

Already got my eye on the WRX STI that I want, just hope its not snapped up before I get a chance to have  a look at it!!

[Gambit]

My Brother lives in Canada I can ask him to take a look for you while you are over there if that help's :) 

[Mick5994]

As far as I'm' aware North American lights for all makes are slightly different to the European Spec, I looked into buying a Dodge Challenger and importing it but one of the major expenses with it was the difference in the light alignment. Apparently the American style does not have to be as accurate with the flow of light coming out of the front as opposed to the kick up to the right that you need for Europe or to the left that you need for UK.

Its why a lot of North Americans when up grading go for European lights for their chosen cars.

[Gambit]

It's one of my dark areas lights and rules. I've never needed to worry about them so I will have to take your word for it :D

[davievtec]

The german eBay might have some I used to use that for parts for my golfs could come up with something mate good luck with the search though

[Miggs]

I'll have a good nosey about the net for you when iI get on the laptop next

[Mick5994]

Thanks Miggs, I dont get back from Canada until 2nd September and if the car I'm after is still there it'll be mine within 7 days of my return.....having somewhere to then get the lights straight from would be a huge bonus.

[davievtec]

Allright mate just checked the german eBay and it seems there is a few sets out there I used the eBay app and changed the preffered site to german and it came up with all sorts of model varients from classics to a 2011 shape hope this helps

[Miggs]

There is a Germany eBay app for android phones, I'm always looking for Germany parts to make a few quid from on the vag forums

[Mick5994]

Cheers Davie, I'll take a look at them once I get back from here and have a computer that does what I want it to. I dont suppose you got a look at what prices they were charging for them?

[davievtec]

No worries mate and varying from 100 to 500 euros mate good luck with the search

[Mick5994]

Thanks for all your help guys, will be searching eBay on my return.....wonder what else I can get????

[Jay762]

Thanks for all your help guys, will be searching Ebay on my return.....wonder what else I can get????

 

Its a slippery slope once you start, but a hell of a slide ;)

[Miggs]

i think german eBay is your best bet, what you want to search for is

 

impreza Scheinwerfer

(impreza headlight)

 

as stated they range from 100 to 500 dependant on what style you want or who you buy from

[Mick5994]

Cheers guys, I'm sure the wife will be interested to see me starting to look at mods for it already.......I can hear the argue....discussions already....lol

[Scooby Pete]

The only she I have to worry about at the mo is 2.5ltrs, 330bhp and dark metallic grey :). Cost more than a real woman though, least it's never got a headache when I want to play

[Miggs]

If the wife moans just point out that at least she can see where your time and money goes, if it was another woman she wouldn't

[Mick5994]

Dont think I'll go down that route Miggs....could find myself in very deep water very quickly....lol

[Miggs]

Yeh, I don't give the best advice at stupid o'clock in the morning lol

[Mick5994]

Need to put this thread on hold for a while until I find either another WRX STI or RB320 that I want....grrrrrrr.