2001 Impreza WRX - What issues shall I look for?

[BrandGunhouse]

hi guys! 
 

quite new to this site although I joined a few years back. I’m going to look at a 2001 WRX and I was wondering if you could give me a list of problems to look for? I’m doing this off mobile so I’m struggling to find if someone has created a post before so apologies if it has!

 

cheers 

[Tidgy]

is it private or from a trader? if trader you can get a specialist to inspect it and if find issues return it for a refund.

 

make sure they start it from cold when you first get there, look for oily smoke, look for any bubbles in the paint on the rear wings, full service history. Might be worht getting it inspected first?

[BrandGunhouse]

I’m not actually sure mate I’ve just seen it listed. I’ll be sure to check all of that thank you