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22 minutes ago, Daryl said:

Just been reading from another thread someone similar situation to me, hatchback 08 109.000 on clock someone said unless you dont mind big Bill's for the engine rebuild with those miles unless it's already been done??? What😱

Yeah I know bit mad eh mate I went and looked at a nice Hawkeye before I got mine but after hearing 2.5L horror stories put me off. 

Not really you can hear a wee bit of ticking from the injectors but nothing mega noticeable. It’s inefficient catalytic converter mate it will throw check engine light. They are fairly happy with a bit of spirited driving mate as long as you do it right make sure it’s up to temp properly (not just coolant gauge) first and don’t go planting your foot at low revs, don’t go full bore launches every time you set off. Wee bit of mechanical sympathy and don’t drive it like a muppet and all is fine🤣 yeah mate I’m in Scotland

Only other stuff I can think of is check the p/s pump for leaks check fuel filler neck for rust you can see it from the rear wheel arch make sure you get a good stamp on the brakes aswell to check for any sign of the front callipers starting to seize not a big problem but best to know in advance so you can factor it in to price. Good luck mate let us know how you get on. Ohh and if you can try and get a 5 min cruise on the motorway to see if the P0420 code comes up you got a wee scan tool?

Yeah mate that one looks the part I’d go see that too if I were you. Have a scan through YouTube I’m sure there’s a few video telling you how to check for rust There is a few common areas but as you say it’s not gonna be perfect being a 15 year old car good luck mate 👍

The Prodrive Performance Pack is fitted by subaru so you should expect to see a certificate proving it and as a bonus it’s completely legal. Same with mapping if no receipt then they are lying probably 🤣 That one looks alright in the pictures but again best to see it in person so you can look under it and shove your hand up it’s arches etc to check for rusty. The biggest downside with rust is welding costs a fortune you can get replacement panels fairly cheap if you keep it long term. These cars hold on to there value fairly well 

Haha haha “a pony” darn auto correct I meant scoobyworld 

A pony world sell them new mate not sure if they ship outside the uk though, to find a used one you would have to phone around some breakers. I know it says 93-2000 but I’m sure they do it for your model aswell

Is it cranking aswell? Or is it just dead?

1 minute ago, Siluro said:

Adverts tell me nothing. I would need to see the car. I love the fact that Autotrader reckon Fuel consumption (extra urban)39.8 mpg

Do you think they turned the engine off and let it roll for that figure 😂

hi mate as long as they have been properly looked after they can be very reliable cars. Ideally you want one unmodded but that’s not easy to find these days. If it’s been modded say past a cat back and hasn’t been mapped I’d be suspicious. I’d personally stick with the pre 06 models for the reasons siluro outlined. Rust is a major factor on many Subaru’s that don’t live in garages and are used through the winter. Checking rear arches, sills front radiator support etc. Servicing is a big one too make sure it’s had regular oil changes etc etc, timing belt should be done at the mileage your looking at but scan paperwork cause it’s every 50,000ish miles or 5YEARS. Awesome cars but, I’ve had two wrxs an 02 and my current 04. Biggest issues I had was corrosion cause they were/are kept outside. Parts for them aren’t crazy expensive insurance is very reasonable for what the car is and there is a great community and aftermarket that supports the brand.

5 hours ago, Luke89 said:

Sound 👌😂  good to have another scooby club member close by.  I used to live up in Codnor for a little while. Too much of a hassle fighting traffic on the A610.

 

Know anywhere local I can get scooby bits from? After an STI rear wing?

Mb developments break loads of Subaru’s you will definitely get a wing from them 👍

Brilliant mate hope it all goes well look forward to seeing your results 

Nice one mate sounds like it will be a monster when your done nice one. There was one of the members on here selling brembos a couple of weeks back not sure if he got rid of them sure it was imprezaabuser 

Nice car mate do you ever drive around Barrhead feel like I’ve seen your car before 

Have you checked your drive belts? 

Hi mate welcome in good luck with your legacy hope you enjoy it obvious seeing your previous cars list that your a subaru fan so this is a great place for you. Any pictures of your car? That’s what everyone wants to see lol

Both my Impreza also made/make that bubbling noise I thought it was coming from the inter cooler 

That’s a cool looker nice to see another classic still running

Washed it

Hi guys got this random email with links connected to it I never clicked on the PDF file that was attached as my email address had skelpt it into the spam bucket and I hadn’t heard or contacted the guy. 
 

Brilliant Stuart looking forward to seeing your progress and getting a run together when its ready 👍

Alright mate nice car love a white wrx 

1 hour ago, Mattymania said:

Thanks Newman, I’ve got a bit of time until my mot is due I’ll do some digging for a specialist garage in herts

Doesn’t your old mot become invalid if you mot early and fail? Last thing you want is the fifty pulling you

Thanks man I have paperwork stating the cam seal was done in ‘17 it also says that a used sump was fitted however so that is possible. I’ll just need to systematically go through the lot cause I’ve tried taking it to mechanic and still have leakage 😔  thanks for the replies guys 👍

Ahh I did change the o ring but had no idea there was more than one. I changed the one the connects to the block. It is possible I never done it right also but 🤣