Subaru Impreza Saloon (1993 - 2001) Turbo 2000 4WD 4d (1998/R) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Young daft and up for a race.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Friends love it, just for the speed. Other half says too noisy and too expensive to run, Neighbours probably don't like it so much when I'm on early shift.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No, Although the engine is fantastic the jap steel rusts for fun, especially round the rear arches, drive it like a loony and you'll not get much better than 10mpg.

What are you likely to buy next?

Touareg tdi.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£7,000

When did you buy the car?

March 2004

Did you get a good deal and why?

I'd like to think I got a good deal, Low miles, FSH, zero engine mods and only 1 minor scratch on the bumper, apart from that immaculate condition. All the others I had looked at had high miles induction kits superchips and power boost valves for around the same price.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Insurance co. taking the mick on previous motors renewal price.

What was the dealer like?

The guy bought it from was very genuine and spent a lot of time and money on the car, openly honest about wanting something with a bit more poke (an m3).

What's it like to drive?

Immense, 4wd gets you round the bends with more confidence, flat 4 sounds awesome even with the cat still in. Evo eater if your a good hand, for half the price too. Wrx is faster but more liable to blow.

What's it like to park?

Fine, never had an issue.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Fuel filler neck pipe, Rusted radiator, Rusted arches.

What's most practical about your car?

4 door saloon.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Auto hand brake for hill starts.