The Impreza picture and discussion thread

[MG cup]

That blob eye shouts out clocked to me for some reason. He sounds like a bit of a thrasher trying to sugar coat the car, maybe just me and one pic is not acceptable.

 

[Flat Eric]

Ye I couldn't believe it's just got one pic!

"It has loads of stone chips on it" just what you are after.......

 

[cat171]

£9500 for that blob eye ?? WTF ?? that's mega money !!

 

[Herr Flick]

It is a jdm so will command quite a premium over a uk spec but for that particular car, yes it is way over priced.

 

[Flat Eric]

Just been looking on pistonheads

http://www.pistonheads.com/classifi...ive-performance-pack-sti-type-uk-2005/1079991

I really like this colour

Is the PPP worthwhile to look out for?

 

[Herr Flick]

If you are keeping it standard, yes. If you are modding then no.

 

[coleman]

http://www.pistonheads.com/classifi...impreza-wrx-sti-version-5--huge-spec/1830903#

Very well specc'd classic

 

[yeecup]

That's the one I linked the other day. Sold in a day on scoobynet now new owner selling already as a p1 he wanted has come up .

 

[Flat Eric]

I really like that!

 

[MG cup]

What's the best classic shape impreza to have in terms of standard spec and tunability for track, like Subaru's equivalent of the Evo RS or Renaults 172 cup?

 

[coleman]

What's the best classic shape impreza to have in terms of standard spec and tunability for track, like Subaru's equivalent of the Evo RS or Renaults 172 cup?

Probably a STI RA.

 

[MG cup]

Probably a STI RA.

I know this much about () impreza's so keen to know. They aren't really my thing although I want to try 4x4 on track next year so I'd be best to buy the most track orientated one, spruce it up, kick its head in and sell it on.

The RB5 has quite a good spec too right? And what's the car they released for winning the world championship, it has a small roof vent.

My first time driving one in recent years was putting a pals one on my trailer when he spanked it the other day, I felt like I could get used to driving one for a while, all the driving controls are solid feeling from the short drive I had.

I felt sorry for him, he just spent well over the cars value at RA Motorsport a few days before doing this.

 

[imprezaworks]

Oops.

 

[jay70]

Budget and how far you want to take the car really dictates which model is best to start with.

 

[yeecup]

I know this much about () impreza's so keen to know. They aren't really my thing although I want to try 4x4 on track next year so I'd be best to buy the most track orientated one, spruce it up, kick its head in and sell it on.

The RB5 has quite a good spec too right? And what's the car they released for winning the world championship, it has a small roof vent.

My first time driving one in recent years was putting a pals one on my trailer when he spanked it the other day, I felt like I could get used to driving one for a while, all the driving controls are solid feeling from the short drive I had.

I felt sorry for him, he just spent well over the cars value at RA Motorsport a few days before doing this.

They made a v ltd 555 edition for winning the wrc only available in Japan based on the sti ra with signed seats and badge on boot and was in the same blue colour as the wrc car. All sti ra's from version 2 onwards have roof vents and are lightweight and very close gear ratios for acceleration.

 

[MG cup]

Budget and how far you want to take the car really dictates which model is best to start with.

Say 6k, doesn't need to be a minter mechanically but I would prefer if the running gear was sound.

They made a v ltd 555 edition for winning the wrc only available in Japan based on the sti ra with signed seats and badge on boot and was in the same blue colour as the wrc car. All sti ra's from version 2 onwards have roof vents and are lightweight and very close gear ratios for acceleration.

Yeah that's the one, I remember Colin McRae and Nicky Grist were given one of the first few each, there's a few in Aberdeen and you would think they are turbo 2000's, they were really quick though.

What versions and spec is the best then as Japs do 'A' spec etc too.

 

[yeecup]

are you talking about the classics? the early v1 and v2 sti's had closed deck blocks, so the strongest engines, but only 2 pots up front. i had a v3 sti, awesome car, i wanted a type ra but none were available at the time. for rawness an ra or type r and they are the quickest due to weight/gearbox ratios. iv been looking for a nice ra for ages, they do come up occasionaly. looked at importing but looking at minimum £5500 for a v3 now due to exchange rate and importer fees/shipping/taxes etc. not cheap. better to find a minter already imported thats been looked after by an enthuisiast.

 

[coleman]

6k will get you a very nice classic, personally I would go for a Type R, it's a 2 door classic with DCCD (Driver controlled centre diff), No abs and close ratio box and if you buy a good'un you shouldn't have any issues selling it on.
jay70 is far more qualified in all subaru a to advise.

 

[_Tom]

I'd love a STi 6 classic. I could probably get 6k for the TT too..

 

[MG cup]

Yeah its a classics I would go for.

All type R's are 2 door and STI ra's are 4 right?

Rawness is what I want, no ABS traction control etc would be a bonus as its just something else to go wrong and I prefer to drive without it.

And what do Terzo cars have special about them, a guy used to own one in my village.

 

[imprezaworks]

All type r's are two door mate, same sort of thing as the p1 but imo a better car. If i had 6k i would get a type r without a doubt.

 

[coleman]

I'd love a STi 6 classic. I could probably get 6k for the TT too..

Have a look at the classic I linked a few posts back, AP's, AST suspension, someone has spent a fortune.

 

[coleman]

Yeah its a classics I would go for.

All type R's are 2 door and STI ra's are 4 right?

Rawness is what I want, no ABS traction control etc would be a bonus as its just something else to go wrong and I prefer to drive without it.

And what do Terzo cars have special about them, a guy used to own one in my village.

Only thing special about the Terzo is the blue colour, everything else is the same as a UK2000 I think, much like the RB5.

 

[_Tom]

Have a look at the classic I linked a few posts back, AP's, AST suspension, someone has spent a fortune.

Yeah I saw that. Its bloody lovely. I'd have to sell mine first though sadly.

Or i'd have a 300+ bhp RB5..

Edit - Holy f**k

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/IMPREZA-R...1316344?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item3f2b6a2578

 

[MG cup]

Can you post some for sale links from the Subaru sites your on, Type R's and and RA's sound the best.

That guys Terzo did used to stick out against other Subaru's and iirc it was 3 door, was a Terzo 3 iirc.

What does an RB5 have that others done except the paint, wheels and intercooler spray?

 

[MG cup]

Just found this

http://www.scoobypedia.co.uk/index.php/SidcFaq/SpecialEditions

 

[imprezaworks]

Can you post some for sale links from the Subaru sites your on, Type R's and and RA's sound the best.

That guys Terzo did used to stick out against other Subaru's and iirc it was 3 door, was a Terzo 3 iirc.

What does an RB5 have that others done except the paint, wheels and intercooler spray?

Have a look on scoobynet.com

 

[coleman]

Can you post some for sale links from the Subaru sites your on, Type R's and and RA's sound the best.

That guys Terzo did used to stick out against other Subaru's and iirc it was 3 door, was a Terzo 3 iirc.

What does an RB5 have that others done except the paint, wheels and intercooler spray?

Wasn't a Terzo if it was 3 door and the RB5 doesn't have intercooler spray.

To be honest, the RB5 is just a UK2000 with Silver blue paint, blue alcantara seats, special 17" Speedline alloys and a numbered plaque, think the had a slight map tweak aswell.

 

[cat171]

Yeah I saw that. Its bloody lovely. I'd have to sell mine first though sadly.

Or i'd have a 300+ bhp RB5..

Edit - Holy f**k

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/IMPREZA-R...1316344?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item3f2b6a2578

That is lovely!! I've always liked the RB5 anyway, but that one looks great :approve:

 

[MG cup]

I think I'll opt for a 1.8 gl with kit?

That guide clears up a lot.

 

[coleman]

Type R
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifi...sti/wrx-sti-type-r-rb5-grey-version-5/1261409

Another Type R
http://bbs.22b.com/forums/showthread.php?17283-V5-type-R

RA
http://bbs.22b.com/forums/showthread.php?31514-Version-6-STI-Type-RA-Limited

V2 STI and 4k over budget, but track ready
http://bbs.scoobynet.com/subarus-fo...-version-2-sti-limited-edition-my-1995-a.html

Type R
http://bbs.scoobynet.com/subaru-444/988908-subaru-impreza-sti-type-r.html

RA
http://bbs.scoobynet.com/subaru-444/971450-sti6-ra-limited-for-sale.html

V3 STI RA
http://bbs.scoobynet.com/subaru-444/981317-v3-sti-type-ra.html

This thread is also a good read, full nut and bolt rebuild of a RA
http://bbs.scoobynet.com/projects-40/960066-1994-v1-sti-ra-restoration-project.html

 

[MG cup]

Good man I'll have a look through them.

also is there such a thing as a quiet aftermarket exhaust for an impreza that is okay for performance.

 

[coleman]

Good man I'll have a look through them.

also is there such a thing as a quiet aftermarket exhaust for an impreza that is okay for performance.

The one I have on mine is one of the quietest decatted I've heard, thinks its a ScoobySport system but will have to check.
A lot of the Big names like HKS,Tomei,Blitz,APS are all silly loud, I had a 3 and half inch turbo back APS system on my old Blob STI and I doubt it would of been louder if I ran no exhaust at all.

Word of warning with Subaru's though, the shopping list will never end and whatever power you have, give it a few weeks and it won't be enough.

My RB5 I have now is easily quicker than my old E46 M3 and 340bhp Blob STI and I could easily do with more.

 

[bill]

Yeah I saw that. Its bloody lovely. I'd have to sell mine first though sadly.

Or i'd have a 300+ bhp RB5..

Edit - Holy f**k

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/IMPREZA-R...1316344?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item3f2b6a2578

thought this had sold on scoobynet a while ago, obviously not, looks amazing!

 

[Flat Eric]

I wish I hadn't started looking at for sale ads knowing I won't have money for one until jan/feb

Still can't make mind up with a classic or blob STI......

It's the age thing which is swaying me away from a classic, I don't know why though.

 

[trails]

I wish I hadn't started looking at for sale ads knowing I won't have money for one until jan/feb

Still can't make mind up with a classic or blob STI......

It's the age thing which is swaying me away from a classic, I don't know why though.

go drive them both, it will have you looking for a classic

 

[MG cup]

Budget and how far you want to take the car really dictates which model is best to start with.

Word of warning with Subaru's though, the shopping list will never end and whatever power you have, give it a few weeks and it won't be enough.

My RB5 I have now is easily quicker than my old E46 M3 and 340bhp Blob STI and I could easily do with more.

Yeah I know, I often read through spec lists and get bored half way through. In order to do this, you have to do this, this and this etc.

I would only go for the best standard fitted bits from the impreza range (i.e cheap) in the best combination then map it front mount. A few whiteline bits to sort the handling, job done.

 

[bill]

I wish I hadn't started looking at for sale ads knowing I won't have money for one until jan/feb

Still can't make mind up with a classic or blob STI......

It's the age thing which is swaying me away from a classic, I don't know why though.

i'm in a very similar position, need to swap the family car, move house, and then sell the cup and get a scoob, maybe more like march/april for me, was going to get a classic ra, but my mrs will be driving mine a few days a week and i will have my 2 small kids in it a couple of times a week, so i want isofix, classics dont have them, so that puts me onto either a bug or a blob sti, i'll get the nicest spec one, when the time comes, if it was my car only and my kids would never go in it, i'd have a classic ra!

EDIT: will be nice to have a few toys and luxuries in a newer car also

 

[Flat Eric]

thought this had sold on scoobynet a while ago, obviously not, looks amazing!

It does look really nice that!

Like said above, I know this from my mate with his blob STI too, there's so many bits and upgrades to do for them etc it's never ending. I love my mates as it is, it has a great set up on it now with an almost linear power delivery (can't remember name of the set up off top of my head)
And he is always tempted by bigger turbo, front mount etc.....


Also, do you think I will miss the 182? Will I look back and think I shouldn't have sold it?
I know a few have gone back to RS clios but I know I'd never get one the 'same' as mine again....

 

[_Tom]

The one I have on mine is one of the quietest decatted I've heard, thinks its a ScoobySport system but will have to check.
A lot of the Big names like HKS,Tomei,Blitz,APS are all silly loud, I had a 3 and half inch turbo back APS system on my old Blob STI and I doubt it would of been louder if I ran no exhaust at all.

Word of warning with Subaru's though, the shopping list will never end and whatever power you have, give it a few weeks and it won't be enough.

My RB5 I have now is easily quicker than my old E46 M3 and 340bhp Blob STI and I could easily do with more.

Whats the spec on your RB5?