What is the 'better' Impreza model to go for?

Post by **Stuart** » Sat Nov 24, 2012 6:43 pm

STi
WRX
2000 Turbo
in that order for the classics Pablo

Tk · Post by Tk » Sat Nov 24, 2012 7:06 pm

so many varients of the above though
555's , v limited , ra, type r etc.. etc..
crazy really

stockcar · Post by **stockcar** » Sat Nov 24, 2012 7:44 pm

classic wise then a v5/6 type-R is quickest out of the box.........

Daniel · Post by **Daniel** » Sat Nov 24, 2012 7:53 pm

Thanks for the replies all.

As you've all mentioned there are numerous versions of Impreza. So if I was to say that I want a Wagon, that has a good deal of power (250+) and is generally a good spec for daily duties and fun for autotests. What would I look for?

gary@apt · Post by **gary@apt** » Sat Nov 24, 2012 8:02 pm

id like to help.EVO that is all....

Post by **Stuart** » Sat Nov 24, 2012 8:03 pm

Either a WRX or STi with the best mechanical integrity you can buy for your budget. Just be really disciplined about what you are looking for and do as much homework as possible before you start physically driving some, and when you go to start 'shopping' test drive a good few before you fall in love with one. You may even find that some of the guys on here will help in that respect

Post by **Stuart** » Sat Nov 24, 2012 8:04 pm

gary@apt wrote:id like to help.EVO that is all....

Hahhahahhahhaa

Go and drink your cider

gary@apt · Post by **gary@apt** » Sat Nov 24, 2012 8:05 pm

haha,

dan if you do want one look at local ill happly come check it over

Stuart wrote:Hahhahahhahhaa

Go and drink your cider

TonyB · Post by **TonyB** » Sat Nov 24, 2012 8:40 pm

Don't overlook the sensibly modified, and well cared for, examples around that can be picked up for a song. There is a lot around to be avoided though, including the completely standard ones, so do take the time to choose well - take Gary up on his offer if you find one you like. Imprezas are sooo much fun it is hard not want 'a bit more' from them ;-)

Happy hunting!

Monster · Post by **Monster** » Sat Nov 24, 2012 9:49 pm

I had a 98 Jap WRX saloon and loved it. Had plenty of poke with a zorst and intake - I'll probably be told I'm wrong by the scoobheads on here but I'm sure 98 jap WRX has 280ps out of the box? or 260 maybe? Also had a much better interior than the earlier cars.

As a dd - don't think I ever took it on track - it was much better than the EVO 5 it replaced as it was a lot less intense, the EVO always feeling manic. But then my EVO was modded to within an inch of its life and was absolutley fucking mental, I loved it, and it's yellow paint job

Think the scoobs the only car i've owned that just got suspension, wheels and zorst treatment instead of engine mods etc so thats probably why it felt civilised

Come to think of it, I think the reason I liked it so much was because I had my doubts that it could replace the EVO, but my first house purchase meant I needed a cheaper car and it was the best option. But far from being a disappointment I really liked it, especially when it was glued to the rear bumper of a 996 C4S which at the time must have cost more than 10x what I imported the scooby for

Good choice Dan