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Im seriously toying with this idea.........

Im seriously toying with this idea.........

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Carpediem
Posting Freak
1,273
21-09-2017, 03:15 AM
#1
When ive got my lexus fixed, i still plan to trade it in, but im thinking as my drive to work is only 17 miles, a petrol would be just as economical as my 2.2 diesel which hasnt warmed up by the time i get to work

following this theory i looked around, and came across.............

A subaru Impreza 2.0 R Sport

only noticeable differences between it and the STI are the bonnet scoop and alloys (and 100bhp less)


i thought...........hmm wonder what insurance on one of them is,........tapped it onto my aviva account Refund due of £10, monthly premiums £2 cheaper Huh

I then thought, what if i declarred it modded EG: STI Alloys, STI Back Box, Lowering springs

Aviva calculates.........no change :Mobile:

Ive always wanted an impreza, this seems quite an easy way into the fraternity

A guy on youtube posted videos of his 0-60mph and took 5.8 seconds, the only mods he did were K&N typhoon induction kit, custom cams and a borla header (whatever the hell that is)



they are also alot cheaper than the astra's i was looking at,

my mind ponders

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Lexus IS220d - Parrot Bluetooth kit, 1 idiot driver
Carpediem
21-09-2017, 03:15 AM #1

When ive got my lexus fixed, i still plan to trade it in, but im thinking as my drive to work is only 17 miles, a petrol would be just as economical as my 2.2 diesel which hasnt warmed up by the time i get to work

following this theory i looked around, and came across.............

A subaru Impreza 2.0 R Sport

only noticeable differences between it and the STI are the bonnet scoop and alloys (and 100bhp less)


i thought...........hmm wonder what insurance on one of them is,........tapped it onto my aviva account Refund due of £10, monthly premiums £2 cheaper Huh

I then thought, what if i declarred it modded EG: STI Alloys, STI Back Box, Lowering springs

Aviva calculates.........no change :Mobile:

Ive always wanted an impreza, this seems quite an easy way into the fraternity

A guy on youtube posted videos of his 0-60mph and took 5.8 seconds, the only mods he did were K&N typhoon induction kit, custom cams and a borla header (whatever the hell that is)



they are also alot cheaper than the astra's i was looking at,

my mind ponders


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Lexus IS220d - Parrot Bluetooth kit, 1 idiot driver

SHAHZ
Posting Freak
2,142
21-09-2017, 04:08 AM
#2
id be wary of them places when declaring mods, if ive ever got a quote from the high street insurers online, as soon as i say its been modified, it tells me to call up.....just saying to double check before you dive in head first :thumbup:

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SHAHZ
21-09-2017, 04:08 AM #2

id be wary of them places when declaring mods, if ive ever got a quote from the high street insurers online, as soon as i say its been modified, it tells me to call up.....just saying to double check before you dive in head first :thumbup:


Tinted Glass-Sports Grill-Debadged-TTE Spoiler-TTE Lowering Springs-PLUK Kazama Exhaust-18" Aero Alloys-K&N Air Filter-Denso Iridium Power Spark Plugs-Quad Tail Light Conversion-6000K HID-X-White High Beam-6 LED Sidelights-Quad LED Boot Light-JDM OEM Smoked Front Fogs-JDM Blue Reverse Bulbs-LS430 Smoked Side Repeaters-6 LED Side Repeaters-Chrome Indicator Bulbs-Alpine HU-Rear Headrest Monitors-PIAA Super Sporza-Fan Washer Jets-Lex Tax Disc Holder-Chrome Gear Knob-2003 Cup Holder-Toyo Proxes T1-R

Carpediem
Posting Freak
1,273
21-09-2017, 04:17 AM
#3
lol yeah id be sure first Smile

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Lexus IS220d - Parrot Bluetooth kit, 1 idiot driver
Carpediem
21-09-2017, 04:17 AM #3

lol yeah id be sure first Smile


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Lexus IS220d - Parrot Bluetooth kit, 1 idiot driver

steviewevie
Posting Freak
7,993
21-09-2017, 05:25 AM
#4
Carpediem a borla header (whatever the hell that is)

A header/headers is another name for the exhaust manifold.

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IS200 Turbo project now just about complete ! See my thread here and leave your comments.
Now running standalone Syvecs ECU and no stock ECU !
steviewevie
21-09-2017, 05:25 AM #4

Carpediem a borla header (whatever the hell that is)

A header/headers is another name for the exhaust manifold.


[Image: Sig-enginebay.jpg]
IS200 Turbo project now just about complete ! See my thread here and leave your comments.
Now running standalone Syvecs ECU and no stock ECU !

Carpediem
Posting Freak
1,273
21-09-2017, 05:26 AM
#5
ahhhhh i see lol

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Lexus IS220d - Parrot Bluetooth kit, 1 idiot driver
Carpediem
21-09-2017, 05:26 AM #5

ahhhhh i see lol


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Lexus IS220d - Parrot Bluetooth kit, 1 idiot driver

FirebirdPhil
Posting Freak
7,101
21-09-2017, 07:59 AM
#6
Depreciation will hurt your pocket more than the fuel saving. These cars drop Luke a stone unless they are wrx, sti etc.

"Life's goal is not to arrive safely at the grave in a well preserved body. But, rather to skid in sideways........
totally worn out and broken, shouting 'Holy ****, WHAT A RIDE!'"
FirebirdPhil
21-09-2017, 07:59 AM #6

Depreciation will hurt your pocket more than the fuel saving. These cars drop Luke a stone unless they are wrx, sti etc.


"Life's goal is not to arrive safely at the grave in a well preserved body. But, rather to skid in sideways........
totally worn out and broken, shouting 'Holy ****, WHAT A RIDE!'"

Carpediem
Posting Freak
1,273
21-09-2017, 08:10 AM
#7
^^ yeah something else to consider i guess,

am now actually considering jsut saving pennies like a looney and buying an STI outright and doing away with the finance, which means i can insure it and still be quids in,.......but time will tell,

really need to start thinking about a house deposit, and also working tirelessly on a job promotion which could be a gift from the gods lol

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Lexus IS220d - Parrot Bluetooth kit, 1 idiot driver
Carpediem
21-09-2017, 08:10 AM #7

^^ yeah something else to consider i guess,

am now actually considering jsut saving pennies like a looney and buying an STI outright and doing away with the finance, which means i can insure it and still be quids in,.......but time will tell,

really need to start thinking about a house deposit, and also working tirelessly on a job promotion which could be a gift from the gods lol


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Lexus IS220d - Parrot Bluetooth kit, 1 idiot driver

Carpediem
Posting Freak
1,273
22-09-2017, 04:36 AM
#8
SSSSSSTOOOOOOOOOPPPPPPPP EEEEEVVVVVVVVEEEEEEEERRRRRRRRYYYYYYYTTTTTTTTHHHHHHIONNNNNNNNNNGGGGGGGG

Balls to it im saving for either an STI or most likely a WRX with prodrive pack

can be had for 4k-5k with decent miles and FSH from a garage with warranty

insurance will be a killer, but still better off than i am now with a finance package included

LET THE SAVING COMMENCE!!!

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Lexus IS220d - Parrot Bluetooth kit, 1 idiot driver
Carpediem
22-09-2017, 04:36 AM #8

SSSSSSTOOOOOOOOOPPPPPPPP EEEEEVVVVVVVVEEEEEEEERRRRRRRRYYYYYYYTTTTTTTTHHHHHHIONNNNNNNNNNGGGGGGGG

Balls to it im saving for either an STI or most likely a WRX with prodrive pack

can be had for 4k-5k with decent miles and FSH from a garage with warranty

insurance will be a killer, but still better off than i am now with a finance package included

LET THE SAVING COMMENCE!!!


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Lexus IS220d - Parrot Bluetooth kit, 1 idiot driver

FirebirdPhil
Posting Freak
7,101
22-09-2017, 04:42 AM
#9
Good move saving up for it and not doing the finance thing.

"Life's goal is not to arrive safely at the grave in a well preserved body. But, rather to skid in sideways........
totally worn out and broken, shouting 'Holy ****, WHAT A RIDE!'"
FirebirdPhil
22-09-2017, 04:42 AM #9

Good move saving up for it and not doing the finance thing.


"Life's goal is not to arrive safely at the grave in a well preserved body. But, rather to skid in sideways........
totally worn out and broken, shouting 'Holy ****, WHAT A RIDE!'"

Carpediem
Posting Freak
1,273
22-09-2017, 04:44 AM
#10
yeah, fuel costs will go up no doubt, tax is £240 a year which will hurt, and unsrance will be close to £200 a month

but i like it and i want it :lol:

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Lexus IS220d - Parrot Bluetooth kit, 1 idiot driver
Carpediem
22-09-2017, 04:44 AM #10

yeah, fuel costs will go up no doubt, tax is £240 a year which will hurt, and unsrance will be close to £200 a month

but i like it and i want it :lol:


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Lexus IS220d - Parrot Bluetooth kit, 1 idiot driver

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