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Subaru WRX and STI visual differences

vr7 — Tue, 05 Aug 2025 10:11:59 +0000

I've been on the lookout for a second generation Subaru STI for the past while. I've been on done deal, Subaru FB pages, carzone etc. I spotted a 05 JDM blobeye STI on marketplace. Looks in great condition. It's advertised as a JDM but it has a 5 speed box, doesn't have STI bucket seats and doesn't have DCCD. Is there anyway of visually knowing its genuinely an STI and not a WRX?

Subaru Part number for catalytic converter Outback 2008 2.5L Auto

levantus — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 15:17:23 +0000

Helloo,

Apologies if this is appearing elsewhere (point me if it is!)

Does anyone know where I can find the Subaru part number for the catalytic converter on an 2008 Outback 2.5L Auto? Subaru dealers are notoriously reticent to give out part numbers ...

I'm replacing mine with an aftermarket one (Yes I know it wont last as long as the stock one, but its cheaper to pay 500 euro every 5 years than 1,500 euro in one go!)

I tend to use subaruparts.com for things like suspension bushes and stuff, but they are particularly US focused and when it comes to cats, they are different than here in Ireland/EU.

I have a supplier but I am double checking ...

Thanks!

Kind regards

Eoin

Japanese Subaru parts

vinnybinny1982 — Sat, 01 Jul 2017 14:21:15 +0000

Looking to get a Lambdha sensor for a subaru impreza automatic 1.5i jap import for non dealer price (10Xtimes cost) Any good Japanese parts online stores? Car comes up as a Justy in Irish reg on irish sites, making it difficult.

Commercial Tax & Insurance

Eoin3629 — Sun, 09 Aug 2015 18:03:07 +0000

Just wondering,, if i was to buy a Subaru Forester STI, could i have it insured and taxed commercially? or is there some requirements it has to meet etc...

Vehicle Speed Sensor Low Speed P0502 01 impreza bugeye

bartbanis — Fri, 01 May 2015 21:44:04 +0000

I'm getting this fault up on my 2001 STi Impreza bugeye ,Vehicle Speed Sensor Low Speed P0502. I recently installed defi gauges into it and that's when this fault started. I have retraced all my wiring and everything looks good. I have since replaced the sensor and problem is still not solved. I took power for gauges from radio. Car idles ok, no loss of power and speed works fine but fan runs continuously. I'm at my wits end trying to sort this, any help would be greatly appreciated. I'm running out of ideas!

2001 Subaru Impreza WRX STI Idle control valve

bartbanis — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 12:31:01 +0000

Anybody local to sligo area that would clean idle control valve and throttle body in a 2001 Subaru Impreza WRX Sti? Car is not Idleing correctly at all and will sometimes cut out at traffic lights. Any idea how much this should cost? Or how long it will take?
Thanks

2001 subaru impreza boot light not working

bartbanis — Sun, 09 Feb 2014 00:46:43 +0000

My boot light in 2001 subaru impreza will not work. I have cleaned the switch and the fuse is working. All wiring looks to be good. anyone any ideas?

UK 300 Prodrive Headlights 2001 Subaru Impreza bug eye

bartbanis — Fri, 06 Dec 2013 11:34:37 +0000

Can anyone tell me if these lights fit straight onto 2001 jap bug eye impreza? Are connections the same etc.? Are there adapters available so they can fit? I dont want to make change permanent incase i'm not happy with them.
Thanks

XXR 527 18" Gold

bartbanis — Mon, 04 Nov 2013 20:24:18 +0000

Anyone know where I could pick up a set of these wheels? To fit 01 Bugeye STI Impreza. Any help would be great.

Thanks

Subaru Boxer Diesel

Flano_mark — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 08:35:51 +0000

Hi everyone,

I am looking for a bit of feedback on the boxer diesel engine, there is a few posts kicking around here but most are quite old.

Does anyone have one with high miles? Hows it going? Any reported issues ect?
I have been driving a few of them of late and am looking to pick one up - they seem an impressive motor...

Cheers

Getting front spotlights for 05 Subaru Impreza.

Gotham — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 12:42:45 +0000

There are black covers in place of the lower spotlights on my 05 Impreza.

Right here were the lights are in this image:
http://i.imgur.com/OW191.png

I presume these are spotlight slots, and not some kind of foglight? Forgive my ignorance.

Where can I buy a set of lights to go in here? (Dublin area, don't mind traveling a bit).
How much work is involved fitting them? (Could I do it myself without specialist tools and equipment? I'm not a mechanic.)
Is there somewhere near Dublin I can buy and get these fitted all at once?
Do the spotlights need to be exactly the right model to fit?
What kind of price range do you think this would be, with and without fitting?

Thanks in advance.

Cant get car insurance in this country , please help !

swerv555 — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 12:04:14 +0000

Hi all , im hoping someone may be able to help me.
Im 35 full clean irish driving license trying to insure my subaru impreza turbo , car has been off the road since september 2009 due to lose of job , i had a full no claims bonus of 9years + but since i ve only been named on my wifes car since 2009 my previous ncb has lapsed .I ve called numerous insurers and they all say the same thing either we wont insure said car or your previous experience does nt count anymore. Does anyone know if northern ireland insurers will insure us down here or a decent broker that will cover me . Im at my wits end trying to find a solution .All help greatly appreciated .

Subaru Legacy 2ltr (jap import, twincam) timing belt needed!

Napoleon111 — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:49:23 +0000

Hi all,
I have a 2ltr subaru legacy, which was a jap import. Its odd that it has a twincam engine, as opposed to single cam, and i cant seem to find any garages around Ireland that can help me with an issue I have with the timing belt, as they all say there is a difference between timing belts on the single and twin cam engine. Any one any ideas of what type of timing belt is needed for the legacy twin cam engine? or where I can get one? As i cant seem to find anything online, and the multiple mechanics i have been to dont seem to have a clue!
All help is greatly appreciated!
Thanks in advance!

Driving video

adamshred — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 06:56:42 +0000

Hey, this is just a pretty basic video that myself and a friend made of driving around Dublin. It was good fun to make.

Wasn't sure where to upload this because it doesn't really fit in with film production but it is a modified car so I decided to put it up here. Feel free to move it if needed.

The "cruisin with the lads" thing at the start is a pisstake by the way. :pac:

Oh and I know it's not a time lapse but I can't change the title of the video because it's not on my account.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QlF0uzxy6I

Impreza 1.6 - Engine advice needed.

kingbrumak — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 11:44:56 +0000

Hi all,

I recently became the somewhat proud owner of my first Subaru Impreza ('99). Although it's only a 1.6 (damn insurance gangsters) I love it as much as any WRX. It looks the part, full WRX interior and exterior, except for the badges (thank God - Sorry, I don't like to call it a replica)

I say somewhat proud owner because I picked it up for a VERY VERY low price as it has 170,000 miles on the clock . Although the mileage is high it has been well looked after with a new timing belt, water pump, clutch etc... around 10,000 miles ago. I want to have all ship shape for when it hits the road and I'm trying to decide what direction I should go in with the engine.

I could have the engine rebuilt, where and how much would it cost is the BIG question on this one?

I could buy a new (secondhand) engine, I found one from a '97 with 80,000 on the clock for only 200 euro. Still a bit high in the mileage stakes for me.

I'm open to suggestions on this one if anyone has any better ideas or suggestions as to what they'd do.

Buying a second hand subaru

iron_hide — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 15:51:43 +0000

Hi there,
I am in the market for a second hand Subaru and am currently trawling through the websites looking for some good models. Looking at a WRX as opposed to an STI as I imagine the insurance monkeys will break my balls if I ask them to insure an STI ( I'm a 28 year old male, and they hate me! ). I was wondering if there are any opinions out there on the best option to buy where to buy and what to look out for? I have been looking into buying up north but the vrt is massive.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Subaru Outback Diesel

lumo22 — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 11:38:04 +0000

hi, wondering has anybody driven or bought a Subaru Outback Diesel.I have a VW Tourage at the moment but it thinking about changing.It's just too expensive to keep, averages 11L/100km and its costing approx 500 a month on fuel alone.I've always liked the Outback and would really like to hear any opinions.Thanks.

Eamonn Boland

hge19 — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 19:53:13 +0000

Views on Eamonn boland winning his first Irish Tarmac Championship???