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Do it yourself with Lanoguard.

Did you manage to get it sorted out?

Difficult choice! I’ve owned both (albeit the previous gen RAV4) and enjoyed them immensely. They both will rust, so have a good feel along the sills. If you can, take both for a test drive and sit in the back afterwards to consider the amount of space for passengers, and look at the boot size. I always had the back seats down as it was just me and my dog, so can’t advise on space. Subaru parts are expensive, and not always easy to come by. Check the MOT history on both. Maybe offer the private seller £300 less and be prepared to walk away. It’s quite a high mileage.

Look for rust! Wheel arches and sills. If it’s rust free then it looks a nice buy.

I believe the STI scoop from the bugeye Impreza STI is the same fit, and stands about 3/4 of an inch higher. I have the same model as you, and for the back box I have a Hayward & Scott 'Straight Exit Jap Style 2.5" Backbox with 4.5" tailpipe'. It sounds awesome!