Subaru Impreza Saloon Turbo 2000 4WD 4d (1996/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Early japanese imports are now around for about £3000. Beware - there are a lot around and many are complete wrecks. Look around for the best example. I took 4 months after selling my Renault 19 16v before finding a UK model that was in good condition.
Costs
Costs lots to run, you can see the petrol gauge go down when you boot it. Insurance is group 17, so expect big insurance bills.
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On the road
Driving
Superb handling, the more you plant your foot, the more it grips the tarmac. You WILL lose your nerve before the car does.
Performance
What can I say...floor this thing 1st gear and you'll regret it, it is very very fast.
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Living with it
Reliability
I don't know anybody that has had much problems with the car in standard form. However start modding it and it will start to let you down. Using Anti-Lag will kill it
Image
Very muscular, looks daunting. Makes you feel great when cruising looking over that bonnet.
Comfort
Seats are very sturdy however (i'm not alone in this), they do ache the back after a while of driving.
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Security and Service
Security
Get a immobilizer and crook locks. Those windows can be just prized open.
Service
They know there stuff, remember get it serviced every 6 months or 7,500miles whichever comes first
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None.
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes