Thepcguy Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 Hi All, i am wondering if anyone can help me, I have read the rules and think I'm ok to post this as I'm not selling anything but more of a what should I expect. I brought an 06 Impreza 4 years ago and absolutely loved the car at the time but over the last year my circumstances changed and fuel economy became an issue for me. I am now looking to sell it but realistically I don't know if I can and just wanted your views on how bad it is and what to expect in terms of offers. -bodywork is in general condition, few scratches from car parks and stone chips -Ecu is throwing up a MAF sensor error which Subaru quoted 500 to repair -As of today it stalls on startup unless throttle is used even then it has a rough idle but seems to drive ok (lags a bit in 3rd sometimes) -rear headlight levelling sensor is snapped -exhaust mount needs welding it has recently had 4 new tyres, all be Brembo pads and discs fitted as well as a new fuel pump. I love the car but can't afford to run it or fix it right now. Is it worth anything or is it aching to go to the scrapyard. apoligies if it is in the wrong forum or not allowed, please delete if not appropriate. thanks for reading Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenmamba Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 Pictures? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thepcguy Posted August 28, 2017 Author Share Posted August 28, 2017 52 minutes ago, Greenmamba said: Pictures? I'll grab some for you shortly, thanks for the reply Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thepcguy Posted August 28, 2017 Author Share Posted August 28, 2017 (edited) The little black part on the passenger wing is missing as someone scraped the bumper and I had a new one out on but they are messing me about trying to get that part. Has a private number plate but wasn't sure if it was ok to put on with it showing? edit- it's getting on 93k(ish) miles Edited August 28, 2017 by Thepcguy To include milage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenmamba Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 3 hours ago, Thepcguy said: Is it worth anything or is it aching to go to the scrapyard. Looks way too good for the scrapyard. Should realise a few thou. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thepcguy Posted August 28, 2017 Author Share Posted August 28, 2017 2 minutes ago, Greenmamba said: Looks way too good for the scrapyard. Should realise a few thou. I will be sad to see it go but it's just turning into a money sink for me at the moment :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenmamba Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 Your MAF sensor error - 500 seems rich! Have you tried cleaning it (contact spray cleaner)? Is it running a K&N filter? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thepcguy Posted August 28, 2017 Author Share Posted August 28, 2017 14 minutes ago, Greenmamba said: Your MAF sensor error - 500 seems rich! Have you tried cleaning it (contact spray cleaner)? Is it running a K&N filter? I haven't yet it was on my list of things to do but after it cutting out on me and then not idling without throttle on the first startup and low revs I just feel like chucking the thing in now. nope it is all stock more or less as far as I know, nothing looks out of place under the hood Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuartie Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 Welcome, as mamba has said 500 is a bit steep to get the maf fault fixed and the car is definetly too good for the scrap man, try importcarparts for a new one or eBay for a good 2nd hand one and fit it yourself as its not a hard job if you know how to use a screwdriver, for the sake of 60-100 quid it would be a shame to get rid of it 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thepcguy Posted August 28, 2017 Author Share Posted August 28, 2017 5 minutes ago, stuartie said: Welcome, as mamba has said 500 is a bit steep to get the maf fault fixed and the car is definetly too good for the scrap man, try importcarparts for a new one or ebay for a good 2nd hand one and fit it yourself as its not a hard job if you know how to use a screwdriver, for the sake of 60-100 quid it would be a shame to get rid of it Thanks Stuartie, I might try to get it sorted then sell it, i went from an office job to one with lots of travelling to and through and I'm getting through 30-40 quid a week in full. yeah I forgot to mention the drivers side window isn't working and they wanted 750 to get a new motor and fix it lol i will probably just stick it on eBay with a reserve of 1800 or something, appreciate the replys though, cheers :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuartie Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 750 to fix an electric window 😲😲 thats a bit of a joke, find youself a decent local garage and get them to do it probs for under half the price, also £1800 seems a bit cheap to be honest i've just seen one exactly the same age and colour on the bay thats accident damaged front and rear for £3500 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thepcguy Posted August 28, 2017 Author Share Posted August 28, 2017 7 minutes ago, stuartie said: 750 to fix an electric window 😲😲 thats a bit of a joke, find youself a decent local garage and get them to do it probs for under half the price, also £1800 seems a bit cheap to be honest i've just seen one exactly the same age and colour on the bay thats accident damaged front and rear for £3500 I know, when they told me over the phone I was in shock lol. I may may see how it drives after I do the MAF and see if fuel consumption gets any better, thanks for the advice :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattiekane Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 I'm doing about £70 a week in my blobeye, getting between 200-250miles, where abouts are you? There may be some one local that may help you for beer tokens [emoji6]Sent from my HTC One M9 using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johned Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 14 hours ago, Thepcguy said: I know, when they told me over the phone I was in shock lol. I may may see how it drives after I do the MAF and see if fuel consumption gets any better, thanks for the advice :) Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenmamba Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 21 hours ago, Thepcguy said: I know, when they told me over the phone I was in shock lol. I may may see how it drives after I do the MAF and see if fuel consumption gets any better, thanks for the advice :) Reason I asked about the K&N filter is if the previous owner had fitted one, and oiled it/never cleaned it etc it could have messed with the MAF. Sort the MAF, check the air filter and your idle/running could well improve. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thepcguy Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 Sorry I haven't replied sooner, work has been manic. my step dad is gonna have a look at it this weekend with me, he said I could do with maybe changing the spark plugs too, I brought some maf cleaner today for it. I am based down in the south east near Hastings. i think I am going to part with it after all this lol. Thanks though guys, I appreciate all your help, wish I found this place a lot sooner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenmamba Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 9 minutes ago, Thepcguy said: I am based down in the south east near Hastings. Not far from me! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay762 Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 stick with it and get it running then sell if you must - however when it is running right you may find you would like to keep it still - as above dont scrap it, too nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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