mitchel Posted June 14, 2008 Posted June 14, 2008 hi looking for some info got the chance of a type r,version 3 i think just been imported,is there a 555 version of this as the seats are 555,any help or info on what to look for and if they are any good would be great cheers mitch
superstar_tradesman Posted June 14, 2008 Posted June 14, 2008 hi looking for some info got the chance of a type r,version 3 i think just been imported,is there a 555 version of this as the seats are 555,any help or info on what to look for and if they are any good would be great cheers mitch The type R is probably the most hardcore version impreza. I have seen a few with 555 seats but don't think it's 555 model as such. It has the fabulous driver controlled centre diff.(dccd). Which allows variation of the power between the front and back depending on your driving style and driving conditions. They are in my opinion the best model of classic bar a 22B. Usual things to look out for as per any impreza. Service history, no nasty clunks or grinding from the transmission, smoke from turbo etc. I'm sure there will be wiser people along shortly tho.
mitchel Posted June 14, 2008 Author Posted June 14, 2008 cheers for reply mate,im going to look at it tomorrow,just trying to find out some info on the type r
superstar_tradesman Posted June 14, 2008 Posted June 14, 2008 cheers for reply mate,im going to look at it tomorrow,just trying to find out some info on the type r Is it from a dealership? Check on scoobypedia bound to be some info there.
RA Dunk Posted June 14, 2008 Posted June 14, 2008 The type R is probably the most hardcore version impreza. probably second to the RA though
colin_ross Posted June 15, 2008 Posted June 15, 2008 Buy on condition and vet the owner as much as the car. Be especially careful to check for crash damage as they can be a bit of a handful. Oh yes and make sure you get a decent test drive as they're not to everyones liking.
mikeyb13 Posted June 15, 2008 Posted June 15, 2008 probably second to the RA though Yes that is correct, if you have to put a baby seat in the back then the RA is much better
RA Dunk Posted June 15, 2008 Posted June 15, 2008 Yes that is correct, if you have to put a baby seat in the back then the RA is much better babyseats? lol , depends what you look for in a car TBH all the luxories like elec windows a decent fifth gear for cruising on motorways, airbags,central locking etc etc blah blah then the type R is the better one, if you want a more aggressive car without any of the luxories listed above then the RA is better, it is quite commonly known the RA is the rawest impreza subaru have done, everything has been done to save weight and aid performance
mitchel Posted June 15, 2008 Author Posted June 15, 2008 (edited) cheers for the replys guys went to see it today but it was standard,so i think once i sell my bug sti ill go for a type r that has been modified,also it was yellow which im not too keen on,but it will either be a type r or a ra ill go for,cheers again mitch Edited June 15, 2008 by mitchel
cullenmin Posted June 15, 2008 Posted June 15, 2008 I wouldnt worry about buying a standard type R, they are still some machine especially if it has been looked after which is what you want. My mate is selling his one. He is a member but hasnt been on that long so hasnt got the 50 posts required to advertise his car on here... http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/478777.htm It is a distance for you too but definately worth a look. Rich
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