The "Classic" Imprezas

The "Classic" Imprezas

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SAB888

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3,244 posts

207 months

Monday 26th September 2016
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I've noticed over the past year or so that the number of "Classic" Imprezas on the roads has gone down drastically. I used to see them very regularly but hardly ever in 2016. The age of any "classic" is about 15 to 24 years old. I do wonder what the future holds for these cars and I seem to be using mine less now but spending more money keeping it roadworthy.

I suspect that the limited edition models will eventually become more sought after and rise in value. I don't want to sell the car and think that it is worth spending money on in order to keep it going rather than selling or scrapping. I've had mine now for about 14 years and it has been a very reliable car in that time, so I will try and keep it going for as long as is reasonably possible.

Does anyone have any views on the future of these cars?

SAB888

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3,244 posts

207 months

Wednesday 7th June 2017
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A few months ago an Impreza RB5 sold for about £12K with (from memory) about 60 or 70K miles. Another RB5 is currently for sale with less than 4K miles from new and just under £30K (now £28K). I usually get attracted to limited edition cars as they are more likely to retain better values than standard models. Had mine for 15 years now and still can't see me selling it any time in the future.

SAB888

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3,244 posts

207 months

Wednesday 21st June 2017
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Bought my Impreza RB5 15 years ago today and had a new MOT yesterday. Definitely the best car I've owned.