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Thanks, I was wondering if anyone had any independent experience, I guess the importers will be very pro import.

Hey All, I'm wondering whether to buy another Impreza, I've had a couple over the years including an RB320, GB270, and standard variants of the STI. This time I'm wondering whether to buy a JDM car, something different such as a Spec C or S20X car. I was wondering if anyone has any particular views on the whether this is a good idea? Also some helpful advice on the pitfalls etc. Lastly who is the best company in the UK to use when importing? Thanks in advance.

Sounds like the age old yarn from Saun, tba not shopped with Saun for years following a fall out over a TM 1MB supply which was simply a joke. I now do most of my purchasing online, though fuel is always fun! I know we are getting off topic for the SIDC but there are bunch of us of who race in a field just out from Port Erin up towards the Slock. I must admit its been a while since I've attended , just been too busy. But I am going to get back into it this year as its great fun and we have all the gear such as transponders etc. It is all 1/8th scale mind. If you are interested ask Saun to put you in touch with Bill B.

Lol, you arent the only to have got so hooked. I've also got a number of kits. I've got a hopped up, TT01 kit and DF03RA, though still only part complete. There are countless shells knocking about. I do however mainly race, or just to til I seemly ran out of spare time (thanks job!) 1/8th scale nitro buggies, like the infamous Xray XB8.

Hi just been reading through the posts. Not sure if this helps much, but thought I'd add it none the less. My wifes WRXs has what sounds like a similar squeak coming from the nearside, it basically seems to be where the dash meets the A pillar. If you place some force between the dash and pillar its stops. Though it is very annoying, given we know what it is, ie not mechanical, we've not done anything about it. I guess we should take it in and get it sorted. As for the parcelshelf, yes ours rattles too, however we had a Forester sometime before this car and it was the same. I found if you cut up a suitable piece of sponge and pad the slot out a little it stops. It is crude, but works! just need to find some dark sponge.

you'll have to post some pics so we can all have a good gander. I've actually got rid of my classic, decided in the end it wasnt for me and got myself an 06 STi Type UK.

you buying the Spec D on island?

Mate sorry to hear you are selling your Impreza and also I hope somebody takes up the RO role. I know myself and Barty only got involved last year, but the meet was good fun and we'd both hope to do it again. Didn't know you had a Legacy.... what spec did you buy, must be a new purchase.

Sorry to hear about your mishap, I'm really gutted for you. Hope you manage to find another soon.

you too mate happy new year!

Im not an expert but I believe the gasket between the downpipe and centre section dont survive too well when the systems are disconnected. Its a shame you are having to wait so long, the likes of TSL stock the genuine Subaru gasket for around £35 and usually have them readily available.

Welcome, good to hear you got one. They are an awesome car, but here on the island they are just so at home. Even my wife appreciates what a great car they are, shes on her second, tho her first suffered a failed head gasket (best not to talk about that one ) I too have had a VTS Saxo which was cracking hot hatch, but as I'm sure you'll find out the impreza's grip and pull on any of our lovely roads is just incredible and just a totally different experience to the VTS. Cya about, ours are either a White WRXS (yes the hatch - the wifes), a GB270 or a silver debadged classic T2000 with OZ and Prodrive rear spoiler.

well it will be a case a of saving some more pennies. But I will be changing the alloys, the manifold and most likely the rear spoiler. There is still a problem to solve at present as the car doesnt want to run smoothly since all the changes were added. So that is current the priority.

The biggest difference is in the handling. The car is perfect on the manx roads, it rides our bumpy countryside roads great, but doesnt roll and it turns in so well. I'm no talented driver and this is the first time I've ever had a car modified, but even I can feel the difference its made. Its simply a completely different drive. Shame I can't show all the bits underneath.

and now, tho you can't see all the suspension work such as struts & springs etc etc.

Thought I'd post up a few more pictures of my Classic pre and post the work carried out at PACE. Before

The car is getting close to completion now, with just a few niggles for Ian to sort. Barty managed to get a photo on his IPhone today when we were down at PACE., so thought I'd post it. Of course I will put more up once the car is finished. Most of the goodies are actually underneath, might see if Ian will let me photo underneath next time I'm down. All the Whiteline stuff looks pretty sweet. http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc264/ctrmint/016a.jpg

sorry for not replying, been mad busy and only just managed to find time to read the forum. In response, I was basically looking for a Classic. well acutally I've found one now. Bought just before the Manx Int Rally. Silver Turbo 2000 (W plate) with 60k miles and PPP. Things were going well with it , got it through the manx import test with no real issues, needed a tyre and bulb. Then on the way home from the test one of the rad hoses failed. Anyway not had the car since, its been down at PACE having some toys fitted Full Samco hose kit, new arb front and rear, new poly bushes, exhaust, anti lift kit, new springs and dampers, you name it, its had it, should be quite a sight when it comes back. Ill post some pics when I get it back. Ian has promised me next weekend and from what I've seen to date he is doing an awesome job.

Thanks for the comments Dave. Myself and Barty went for a gander, sadly wasn't the car for me. My search for a good classic continues. Think I may have to resort to going across.

Don't suppose anyone knows anything about the background of this car? http://manxads.com/?Title=subaru-impreza-2...;ListingId=5840 Am on the hunt for a classic to run daily now that I've got rid of the Swift

Just a quick FYI, car is now sold.

Hi All, I know this wont interest many of you, lets be honest any! but I thought just in case anyone knew somebody looking for a little hot hatch I'd post it here. http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1022849.htm Basically its my Jan08 Swift Sport, used for the daily commute from Onchan to Port Jack every day, hence the laughable mileage. There is nothing wrong with the car, I'm just kinda bored with it and want a change. I will say this, the setup is pretty firm which is great for the back roads, but not so great for the use I get from it, which is sort of another reason why I've decided to let it go. It makes the scooby feel soft! Sensible offers considered

Congratz !