Humble, standard and original Impreza Turbo 2000
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Wow thank you so much everyone. I'm glad that everyone can really appreciate her and IMO they have aged very well.
Mine is still on the original 215bhp ECU but I do plan on a Ecutek remap eventually to unleash more potential. It will take it to 270bhp without any silly modifications. In a car that weighs 1260kg, it'll be plenty fast enough to compete with modern day hot hatches
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I'm from Gloucester btw.
Joey Deacon said:
The first one I test drove was an S reg and that went like stink, I seem to remember something was done to the year 2000 ECU and it never felt that quick to be honest.
But I would absolutely love to have a go in yours for old times sake!
The 1999-2000 models had 215bhp as standard from the 'phase 2 boxer engine'. The pre-1999 ones only had 208bhp so the one you drove which felt faster was probably remapped.But I would absolutely love to have a go in yours for old times sake!
Mine is still on the original 215bhp ECU but I do plan on a Ecutek remap eventually to unleash more potential. It will take it to 270bhp without any silly modifications. In a car that weighs 1260kg, it'll be plenty fast enough to compete with modern day hot hatches
.I'm from Gloucester btw
.Edited by Prohibiting on Friday 17th June 10:57
Thank you everyone for the positive comments.
Regarding a potential remap sometime in the next few months, I do plan to go ahead because I honestly believe it will not affect the value. A custom remap from a reputable well-known company/person with invoice will only enhance the drivability of the car without having to add any supporting mods (other than an updated fuel pump- that's all) or by changing the appearance of the car.
You need to try a classic or a newage STI.
Regarding a potential remap sometime in the next few months, I do plan to go ahead because I honestly believe it will not affect the value. A custom remap from a reputable well-known company/person with invoice will only enhance the drivability of the car without having to add any supporting mods (other than an updated fuel pump- that's all) or by changing the appearance of the car.
InitialDave said:
Nice to see an original/preserved one. Not common I see a turbo Impreza that doesn't immediately bring the word "t
t" to mind.
I did own a 2006 WRX for a while, but I thought it was fking awful and really don't understand the appeal!
A 2006 car +is the Hawkeyes model- regarded as not very good as it uses the 2.5litre engine instead of the 2.0. Plus being only a WRX and not an STI, it lacks power coupled with its weight. Yours wasn't a good first choice t" to mind.I did own a 2006 WRX for a while, but I thought it was f
king awful and really don't understand the appeal! You need to try a classic or a newage STI.Stuballs said:
The only thing I really don't like about mine is the reaction it prompts in some other drivers. That "must race, must pass, must get out in front" attitude. I find white vans to be the worst! Right up your chuff in a 30. You know they're thinking "come on mate, thought you had a fast car, I'm keeping up with you in my van"!
Here's my beaut. A few subtle tweaks. WRX wheels, de-oranged, rusty rear arch. Prodrive back box also to enhance that burble!
That's very nice looking. I haven't noticed much attention with mine but that could be because it's silver(?). I think you'd only notice me if you can appreciate cars. Don't forget your red calipers, STI fog covers and personalised plate Here's my beaut. A few subtle tweaks. WRX wheels, de-oranged, rusty rear arch. Prodrive back box also to enhance that burble!
Lovely looking Wagon.
Regarding rust on these, yes they're hitting 16+ years old now so the inevitable bubbles will try to make an appearance. You can't tell from the pictures but mine has a little 5pence size on the roof and it's just trying to start on the arches (no blistering yet) which I intend to get properly sorted ASAP to preserve the car. Most people with these cars let rust take hold and don't spend the money to get it sorted...
Regarding rust on these, yes they're hitting 16+ years old now so the inevitable bubbles will try to make an appearance. You can't tell from the pictures but mine has a little 5pence size on the roof and it's just trying to start on the arches (no blistering yet) which I intend to get properly sorted ASAP to preserve the car. Most people with these cars let rust take hold and don't spend the money to get it sorted...
rb5er said:
Headlights aint standard, neither are the foglight covers or alloys. Nice car though.
Yes, they're factory upgrades. WR Sport- extremely rare and worth a lot to people in the know! http://www.subaru-impreza.org/downloads/WR%20SPORT...
Carlson W6 said:
This is my one.
Bought new by me.
Full main dealer history currently looked after by Bell and Colville.
Upgraded to WR Prodrive spec before delivery.
Currently on 70K
Never used a drop of oil.
Standard apart from Prodrive upgrades.
Stunning. Will you swap me your Bilstein shocks and Eibach springs? Bought new by me.
Full main dealer history currently looked after by Bell and Colville.
Upgraded to WR Prodrive spec before delivery.
Currently on 70K
Never used a drop of oil.
Standard apart from Prodrive upgrades.
Your Turbo 2000 is the "creme de la creme". Most people don't know what the WR Sport (Prodrive upgrades are).
Please post some more pictures
Edited by Prohibiting on Tuesday 21st June 20:44
Thanks all. Everyone is entitled to their own opinions and it's interesting to see what people think about a classic Impreza.
I used to own an Astra VXR, quoted figures of 0-60 in 5.8 seconds in standard guise. My Impreza Turbo 2000 is definitely quicker than the VXR I owned. I can't imagine an EP3 or a Clio keeping up.
Regardless, it's not all about speed and figures, it's about enjoyment and I love driving the thing. A remap will make it even better.
I used to own an Astra VXR, quoted figures of 0-60 in 5.8 seconds in standard guise. My Impreza Turbo 2000 is definitely quicker than the VXR I owned. I can't imagine an EP3 or a Clio keeping up.
Regardless, it's not all about speed and figures, it's about enjoyment and I love driving the thing. A remap will make it even better
.Little update seeing as all picture hosting has died.
Fresh out of storage and given a good clean. Will be getting it back on the road as my daily within the next couple of months
Last year I managed to source some factory upgraded 16” rally spec Speedline wheels from the forums which would have been available from the dealer at the time.
Fresh out of storage and given a good clean. Will be getting it back on the road as my daily within the next couple of months
Last year I managed to source some factory upgraded 16” rally spec Speedline wheels from the forums which would have been available from the dealer at the time.
Edited by Prohibiting on Monday 19th February 14:19
Hi mate. Wow, what a find!
And yes, my Turbo 2000 is in daily use and still in the original condition as per these pics. 88k on clock.
The only find I've done since if I'm being completely honest; I spent £400 including fitting for a new TOAD alarm central locking and immobilizer system because the 19 year old Sigma system kept failing and I was left stranded a few times! Something to do with the old system operating on an old frequency which gets interference.
And yes, my Turbo 2000 is in daily use and still in the original condition as per these pics. 88k on clock.
The only find I've done since if I'm being completely honest; I spent £400 including fitting for a new TOAD alarm central locking and immobilizer system because the 19 year old Sigma system kept failing and I was left stranded a few times! Something to do with the old system operating on an old frequency which gets interference.
Edited by Prohibiting on Tuesday 4th September 21:14
fesuvious said:
V64 FDD
The car I took the High performance course in and was passed into HPC membership.
I owned her twice, and my mate Owned her twice too.
Taken very early one morning somewhere @cotswolds when I had got up @4am purely to go for a drive.
How's the Evora? The car I took the High performance course in and was passed into HPC membership.
I owned her twice, and my mate Owned her twice too.
Taken very early one morning somewhere @cotswolds when I had got up @4am purely to go for a drive.
PS: Don't forget I've owned her twice too! Haha
Edited by Prohibiting on Monday 24th September 22:02
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