Frankie5bellies

thanks for all the info --- no definitive model stands out -- I will have to get into the differences and sort myself out I guess -- would it help to know I am looking for a 2005 and budget bout £5k (or less if poss) ??

I am just seeing the Forester for the first time as a possibility - I need advice on which model would give most bang for the buck and whether the handling would be similar ........

OKAY - now I have seen the turbo Forester - much difference in speed and handling compared to the impreza wagon??

thanks for all info -- now looking at the legacy gtb twin scroll - if this is an import are there any potential problems if it is imported??

Is the Legacy that much bigger car than the Impreza???? Is the power to weight ratio poorer as a result or should 'nt I be bothered?

Thanks for your comments:- was the gb270 wagon made in 2005?? Because of the Road tax this is the area I am looking at........

Thanks for your input Matt -- I am not sure I understand the full meaning of your last post....the last time anyone referred to the wife it was a criticism of my driving -- so could you clarify " it needs the saloon wings and bumper" for me -- remember I am totally new to subaru and its foibles.....

Hi Noobie for a scoobie here again Loved my recent test drive of an STI prodrive with 300bhp in a saloon version Does the (2005) estate wagon version move as well, handle the same, and give the same driver (smile) experience?? Do tell.......

Matt - I guess from its specs it could be a wide track = thanks for the hu on JDM version -- why is this better (excuse me for asking what is probably obvious to you owners ) - it is the same money??

OK _ will do gambit. ;) Been out on test drive with Adams Garage in a 2005 WRX STi PPP UK 300 bhp. Why have I not experienced a Subaru before!!! It was like a shaft of golden light of intuitive and fabulous driving the like of which I have not had before. No engine rev wavering. Flat around corners - like tram lines! and the boost -- very tasty...... and the ride despite being sports was very forgiving..... I think all my previous experiences have gone for nothing after that drive. What a car and a saloon too! So I am sold on the Subaru marque and the S T i Prodrive in particular. :D I am not able to purchase yet until I sell the Porsche -- (if you know anyone in the market for a 944 Guards red Turbo do let me know) Any comments on the garage price of £10995 for a 2005, 51k motor in extremely good nick???

Thanks for your info and replies == much appreciated. All I have to do now is find that elusive but special car that is just for me ----- If you know of one - pre 2006 (for tax) and less than usual miles and good service history with every conceivable extra etc... do let me know ...... Thanks agin

Hi Y'all Currently run a suzi 4x4 in winter, and porsche 944 Turbo during summer. As I am retired on limited funds feel that running three cars (also a Honda Hybrid) is more than a little extravagant. It suddenly came to me that the Impreza marque is both turbo and 4x4 and could possibly give me the same things I hunger for in my two fun cars........fields of fun and turbo b o o s t ! What do you lot think - am I being realistic? and if so, which of the classic wrx sti impreza's would be best? I have been looking and possibly would not want to go beyond 2005 - both for price (max £8K) and running costs....that road tax hike for 2006 onwards is crippling.... so this includes mark 1 and mark 2 versions I guess -- What would you do knowing the Impreza as you do