ChrisValentine Posted November 21, 2014 Author Share Posted November 21, 2014 I had a white one , nightmare to keep clean Haha, my cars have always been kept clean, so that doesn't bother me :) I had a white Civic which was always spotless :) I really wanted the White JDM, but after asking here, I've been kinda put off by it :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisValentine Posted November 21, 2014 Author Share Posted November 21, 2014 Just got a reply from the garage. Dear chrisrvalentine88, Hi Chris, You have to understand with these cars that it is very rare to get service history especially with the Jap import ones. I have no idea when it was modified. Regarding re map car runs 100% and if it had not been re mapped, it wouldn't. No idea of last service but we will do that and change the cam belt if we can not find evidence of when it was done. Regarding your other questions, we would not sell a car unless it was 100% right. Can not guarantee miles but generally the Jap imports have less miles than UK because the Japanese cover a lot less annual mileage compared to uk drivers. We have been selling and working on Subarus for many years, and do know what they are about. Incidentally, the Cataluña in black would be cheaper to insure because it is a UK car Regards Roger- tbm-int Reply in your email program or through My Messages From: chrisrvalentine88To: tbm-intSubject: Re: chrisrvalentine88 has sent a question about item #221610551211, ending on 29-Nov-14 18:11:05 GMT - SUBARU IMPREZA turbo JDM Sent date: 21-Nov-14 16:24:58 GMT Dear tbm-int, Hi, I've had some time to think, so I have some more questions about it. Has the car been mapped since it's had the engine mods? How long has it had the engine mods when / if it hasn't been mapped? Does it have full service history (any service history / what intervals)? When was the last service? Do you have all the documents and receipts for the parts and labour. When was the oil, filter and cam-belt last changed? Any piston slap when it's cold? No knocking? No fluctuating idle? Any clutch judder when it's cold? Does the exhaust still has the CAT for MOT? If I decide to go ahead and ask you to replace the parts for standard, are they genuine Subaru parts? Is it 105,000 genuine miles? As the seats and steering wheel looks very worn. Is there plenty of thread left on the tyres? As it's an import, do you have a picture of the underneath of the car as it probably isn't undersealed? Sorry for all the questions, I just want to know 100% what I'm buying. ThankYou again. If I could leave positive feedback for just the replies and customer service, I would. Chris, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quit Posted November 21, 2014 Share Posted November 21, 2014 You don't normally get history with jap cars Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quit Posted November 21, 2014 Share Posted November 21, 2014 Gotta remember it's nearly 20 year old so it's not gonna be mint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisValentine Posted November 21, 2014 Author Share Posted November 21, 2014 You don't normally get history with jap cars Oh okay, I wasn't aware of that... Now I feel even more thick than before :) Nice Estate / Wagon btw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quit Posted November 21, 2014 Share Posted November 21, 2014 Wanna buy it lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JusNoGood Posted November 21, 2014 Share Posted November 21, 2014 Gotta remember it's nearly 20 year old so it's not gonna be mint That's a really good point. You do need to look over it with that in mind....and if I were you I'd keep £500-£1k for any incidentals....you probably won't need all of it but if you have that in reserve you won't be disappointed you bought a 20 year old car and something's gone wrong with it :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quit Posted November 21, 2014 Share Posted November 21, 2014 I've had a few classics , I always change the belt and pulleys ! The rads leak so need to check its good as you don't want it overheating Clutch / crunchy box is normal but I prefer to avoid them Diff whine is annoying Oil leaks around the rocket covers will give a burnt oil smell not a major job tho Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisValentine Posted November 22, 2014 Author Share Posted November 22, 2014 Think I'm going to go with the blue Terzo as they're rare, it's just had a full service and cambelt change. Plus this way, I can turn it into a bit of a project :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quit Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 Really ?? Sorry it's just a v4 uk with a different paint job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisValentine Posted November 22, 2014 Author Share Posted November 22, 2014 Doesn't matter, it's been sold now. And I'm wary of the white one due to the comments here. Plus I realised how tatty the inside looked. I'm just going to wait until I've got the cash and wait for something better to come along :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stants Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 Theres plenty out there mate, just a question of watching and waiting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quit Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 Yeah I saw a nice blob Wrx today 2500 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quit Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 What's your budget mate ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoop-y Posted November 23, 2014 Share Posted November 23, 2014 Well, I think is better to wait for a nicer one. Plenty more are available to buy. This country is a goldmine to get a nice Scooby ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisValentine Posted November 24, 2014 Author Share Posted November 24, 2014 Yeah, I was getting a bit eager. I think I'll wait to have the hard cash in my hand I think. I'm looking at 2,500 - 3,000 max...I want something standard (body mods are OK, as long as they're not chavvy) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quit Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Get a blob Wrx for that easy mate or a really tidy classic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisValentine Posted December 2, 2014 Author Share Posted December 2, 2014 I'm going to look and probably put a deposit down on a 1998 Classic on Saturday. What colour blue is this though? (I blocked out the plates btw, not him) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stants Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 Mica blue at a guess, somone will be along to correct me if i'm wrong Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quit Posted December 3, 2014 Share Posted December 3, 2014 Mines deep mica blue, Looks like a sonic blue! only way to tell is get the paint code off the vin plate ! Looks how my first one started out! If you need to upgrade the brakes then you need to fit spacers to clear 4 pots (that will have 2 pots as standard on the front) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quit Posted December 3, 2014 Share Posted December 3, 2014 while browsing found a couple nice classics http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/subaru-impreza-turbo-2000-/351242993654?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item51c7b6bff6 http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1999-SUBARU-IMPREZA-TURBO-2000-AWD-WHITE-/111534337407?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item19f7f6ed7f http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1999-Subaru-Impreza-2-0-Turbo-2000-4dr-/221596083146?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item339827e3ca Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisValentine Posted December 4, 2014 Author Share Posted December 4, 2014 Yeah I'll check that on Saturday :)The Subaru I'm going to see has full service history from a Subaru Agent, including the purchase invoice from when and where they bought it (he's been the only owner).It's done 75k miles as it's been in storage for two years... And it's had new tyres put on that have less than 100 miles on it. He's also going to get it MOT'd before I get it :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quit Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 if its been in storage mate, check the engine isnt knocking, they dont like sitting for a while! sounds good tho that's like my old white one, the guy had it from new then eventually didnt use it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisValentine Posted December 5, 2014 Author Share Posted December 5, 2014 I'm writing down all the help and questions people have offered on here, so I'm going to make sure to ask him everything. I've messaged him asking him not to start the car because we want to check it over when cold. The person I'm going with knows a fair bit about cars too. I'll keep you lot updated tomorrow! Then I shall start a "Project" thread! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quit Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 good luck mate, ive had 2 v4's and they are good , check if its had the uplifted dash etc as a few of them only had the external changes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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