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nick_readman

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nick_readman

nick_readman

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Hi,

I'm a new member to SIDC and a new owner of an '07 WRX. I owned a 2000 model WRX 5 door model in 2002 and have fond memories of it, both speed and handling were awesome.

I have now covered about 1500 miles in my new car and at the moment I am quite dissapointed by it. It is very quiet, and although quick, it seems to have lost the feeling of going quick................progress I guess.

I previously ran a re-mapped Skoda Fabia vRS and must say that in straight line speed there is absolutely nothing in it! The Scooby is in a different class when it comes to handling, braking, etc but still, I think I expected more.

I have it booked in for a PPP next week and am really hoping that will put the smile back on my face.

Cheers,

spooks

spooks

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Hi,

I'm a new member to SIDC and a new owner of an '07 WRX. I owned a 2000 model WRX 5 door model in 2002 and have fond memories of it, both speed and handling were awesome.

I have now covered about 1500 miles in my new car and at the moment I am quite dissapointed by it. It is very quiet, and although quick, it seems to have lost the feeling of going quick................progress I guess.

I previously ran a re-mapped Skoda Fabia vRS and must say that in straight line speed there is absolutely nothing in it! The Scooby is in a different class when it comes to handling, braking, etc but still, I think I expected more.

I have it booked in for a PPP next week and am really hoping that will put the smile back on my face.

Cheers,

Firstly welcome to SIDC.

Also recently bought a 07 WRX after having owned a 01 WRX, and yeh its definately quiet and it just doesnt seem to be going quick at times because of lack of noise IMHO, I reckon a good exhuast ( centre and back) would help no end, overall though its a huge improvement over the 01 I previously had.

Would also consider the PPP if it were slightly cheaper.

Good luck with the new car.

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RA Dunk

RA Dunk

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I have now covered about 1500 miles in my new car and at the moment I am quite dissapointed by it. It is very quiet, and although quick, it seems to have lost the feeling of going quick................progress I guess.

Nope, its called a newage!! :blink:

flame suit on ready for incomming flack!! bring it on boys :lol:

thewelsho

thewelsho

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Hi,

I'm a new member to SIDC and a new owner of an '07 WRX. I owned a 2000 model WRX 5 door model in 2002 and have fond memories of it, both speed and handling were awesome.

I have now covered about 1500 miles in my new car and at the moment I am quite dissapointed by it. It is very quiet, and although quick, it seems to have lost the feeling of going quick................progress I guess.

I previously ran a re-mapped Skoda Fabia vRS and must say that in straight line speed there is absolutely nothing in it! The Scooby is in a different class when it comes to handling, braking, etc but still, I think I expected more.

I have it booked in for a PPP next week and am really hoping that will put the smile back on my face.

Cheers,

Don't listen to the voices of drivers who own the really old cars! Go with what Spooks says and mod the exhaust. You will of course get this with your PPP, so its jsut a case of taking out the centre section. This will not only increase volume but will also deepen the burble. Your new car is bound to feel like its going less fast as it more refined and of course brand new. Give it time and some choice mods and you'll love it! :lol:

G.Mac

G.Mac

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Nope, its called a newage!! ;)

flame suit on ready for incomming flack!! bring it on boys :D

which were the fastest up in Alford then...... :P:blink::lol:

RA Dunk

RA Dunk

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which were the fastest up in Alford then...... :D:blink::lol:

ok fair enough, but which had a 1, 2, 3, finish at time attack, then went on to win TOTB the following day (with no newages involved) ;):P

marky.t.s

marky.t.s

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Don't listen to the voices of drivers who own the really old cars! Go with what Spooks says and mod the exhaust. You will of course get this with your PPP, so its jsut a case of taking out the centre section. This will not only increase volume but will also deepen the burble. Your new car is bound to feel like its going less fast as it more refined and of course brand new. Give it time and some choice mods and you'll love it! :blink:

hi and welcome to scottish scoobies,you should have bought a classic mate :D

as for the guy above...........his cars got stickers on it like a swrt car,you know ,the one that hasnt won anything,....i'll say no more. :lol:

~ ~ Cal ~~

~ ~ Cal ~~

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Welcome my friend ( ignore the auld car chat). I am also from Aberdeen and have an 02 bugeye......PPP will give your car a definite edge and LOTS of torque. Recommend Prodrive springs, drop links and an adjustable anti-roll bar. Your car will be an absolute weapon after that !!

dipsy

dipsy

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Welcome mate .Wait till you have a few more miles on the clock the engine will perform better it will start to losen up a bit

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thewelsho

thewelsho

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hi and welcome to scottish scoobies,you should have bought a classic mate :D

as for the guy above...........his cars got stickers on it like a swrt car,you know ,the one that hasnt won anything,....i'll say no more. :lol:

Won my heart! :blink:

johnnyr6

johnnyr6

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Just my opinion but i wouldn't ppp it. Speak to andy forrest for advice as it doesn't take a lot of money to get the 2.5 up to 400 bhp then you'll be happy.

hosstheboss

hosstheboss

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I got hold of my first Subaru in May when i was lucky enough to get my hands on an RB320. I've had some cars in the past that i thought were fast but nothing like this! But, even this early on the need for speed is getting to me!! :thumbup:

thewelsho

thewelsho

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I got hold of my first Subaru in May when i was lucky enough to get my hands on an RB320. I've had some cars in the past that i thought were fast but nothing like this! But, even this early on the need for speed is getting to me!! :thumbup:

Hail! Hail! And welcome HossBhoy :thumbup: Yes, you are VERY lucky; RB320 drooooool! Enjoy your stay in Scottish Scoobies. You should create a new post and make yourself known and get some pics of your dream machine up. All the best!

John

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nick_readman

nick_readman

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I have the car booked in for a PPP tomorrow. As it is new, I would like to be able to maintain my warranty for the next few years, so will be sticking to relatively sensible (approved) mods - after that, who knows??

ANDYJDMSTI

ANDYJDMSTI

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Sell it and get something with a bigger engine and 2 turbos!!

In all seriousness though, Andyf gets my vote over the PPP. Just be ready for wanting more and more and more when you start.

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