What is the fair price for an unreg Sti V8?

[NeniNeniBoBo]

xz,

The car looks awesome. Some minor scratches is fine with me. It's actually Type C - i checked.
The car is still there last I visited, which was about 2 weekends ago.

If you want a cheaper one, go to SG in Damansara. 2003 model going for less than 150k.

Bro, careful if u wanna buy from SG. Some senior told SG's car is suspicious and converted....

 

[azmir1]

NNB,

That's what i heard too. There's a salesman who used to work there and told me to be careful with them...

xz,

No i didnt start the engine. But if u show intent, they'll let u test drive the car. However, of all the V8 that I've seen, i've not encounter the type E. but u should check out the TK version at links motorsport....SWEEEETTT!!!!

Bump: NNB,

That's what i heard too. There's a salesman who used to work there and told me to be careful with them...

xz,

No i didnt start the engine. But if u show intent, they'll let u test drive the car. However, of all the V8 that I've seen, i've not encounter the type E. but u should check out the TK version at links motorsport....SWEEEETTT!!!!

 

[skubv8]

some correction, actually JDM v8 STi MY03 GDBC also got DCCD, can adjust.

IIRC in Japan, the DCCD is optional when you order a brand new v8 STi from Fuji Heavy Industries throught Q4 2002 until Q3 2003. In Q4 2003 they made it standard for the remaining GDBC and all of MY04 GDBD.

Bump:

NNB,

That's what i heard too. There's a salesman who used to work there and told me to be careful with them...

xz,

No i didnt start the engine. But if u show intent, they'll let u test drive the car. However, of all the V8 that I've seen, i've not encounter the type E. but u should check out the TK version at links motorsport....SWEEEETTT!!!!

Bump: NNB,

That's what i heard too. There's a salesman who used to work there and told me to be careful with them...

xz,

No i didnt start the engine. But if u show intent, they'll let u test drive the car. However, of all the V8 that I've seen, i've not encounter the type E. but u should check out the TK version at links motorsport....SWEEEETTT!!!!

hi bro, did you try those guys at SCM who want to sell their v8 STi's? There's a few unit for sale and most of us know the owners. IMO it's easier and you'll get a clear picture of the history of the cars, not to mention better price straight from the owner.

Bump:

NNB,

That's what i heard too. There's a salesman who used to work there and told me to be careful with them...

xz,

No i didnt start the engine. But if u show intent, they'll let u test drive the car. However, of all the V8 that I've seen, i've not encounter the type E. but u should check out the TK version at links motorsport....SWEEEETTT!!!!

Bump: NNB,

That's what i heard too. There's a salesman who used to work there and told me to be careful with them...

xz,

No i didnt start the engine. But if u show intent, they'll let u test drive the car. However, of all the V8 that I've seen, i've not encounter the type E. but u should check out the TK version at links motorsport....SWEEEETTT!!!!

hi bro, did you try those guys at SCM who want to sell their v8 STi's? There's a few unit for sale and most of us know the owners. IMO it's easier and you'll get a clear picture of the history of the cars, not to mention better price straight from the owner.

 

[' xZ "]

i think me and azmir would prefer a unreg scobby

azmir, i remember the v8 at damansara autoworld is equipped with type e sport rims, but u said it's type c?
so means the sport rims has been changed? if its type c can it be year 2004?

 

[skubv8]

i think me and azmir would prefer a unreg scobby

azmir, i remember the v8 at damansara autoworld is equipped with type e sport rims, but u said it's type c?
so means the sport rims has been changed? if its type c can it be year 2004?

Yes, GDBC can be early 2004 also.

But GDBE rims PCD is 114.3, where as GDBC comes with PCD 100.

 

[' xZ "]

Yes, GDBC can be early 2004 also.

But GDBE rims PCD is 114.3, where as GDBC comes with PCD 100.

so is gdb-e sport rims in multispoke?
wat about gdb-d?

the v8 subby selling at damansara autoworld confirmed by azmir is gdb-c but i remember it was having the multispoke sport rims, or maybe the dealer changed it themself?

wats the differences between gdb-d and gdb-e ?

 

[skubv8]

rear wheel arch, PCD 114.3, air cond knob, radio knob, air cond vents, cup holder etc etc.

v8 MY05 GDBE is basically like v9 already. v9 STi started production Q4 2005 in Japan. Also they offered more colour choice like the Crystal Grey Metallic. People who love the fierce looks of v8 and can't stand the looks of v9 would prefer this.

 

[azmir1]

i know for sure it's not the GDBE. :)

I was told that if you want to check the actual year, go look at the vin plate, take the serial number (or whatever they call it), and look it up against this website (unfortunately i dont have the link) and it will tell u what year the car was made.

they can put there 2004, but i saw the white skyline, which they advertise as 2003, but there are no skylines produced beyond 2002. remember, all this importers, they cant bring in a car which is more than 5 years old.

 

[' xZ "]

im looking for year 2004 gdb-E able to get it u think?

 

[azmir1]

i really dont know...might wanna get in touch with the subaru malaysia club. they could probably hook u up...

 

[GABrally]

or u can always check the tag at the seat belt to confirm the year the car was made. if the tag has been chopped off, beware with the car.

 

[NeniNeniBoBo]

Ya, the belt tag can show when was the car be manufactured, but the problem is many many many belt tag of the cars has been cut off today, some said is cut from japan, some said is cut when car arrive our port, bla bla bla, what the nice excuse is.....

 

[skubv8]

im looking for year 2004 gdb-E able to get it u think?

Not easy to get IMO.

Most GDBE's are from 2005. Mostly v8STi and some v9STi.

 

[' xZ "]

but gdb-d also not bad right?
but does it have the wider fender and wider rims?

 

[skubv8]

im looking for year 2004 gdb-E able to get it u think?

edited due to double post

Bump:

but gdb-d also not bad right?
but does it have the wider fender and wider rims?

Of course it's not bad at all. Same with MY03 GDBC. No wide fender and rims still 17 x 7.5 PCD 100. IIRC

 

[' xZ "]

but i think i will search for type e with wider wheels and fender

 

[skubv8]

good idea. Take your time, I'm sure can get unregistered nice ones. Yes, MY05 GDBE stock rims are the multispoke ones. good luck bro.

 

[' xZ "]

so impossible GDB-E with year 2004?

 

[skubv8]

some dealers have the reputation of under declaring. This could be the case. Car specs is 05 GDBE but paper work says 2004. If you buy may be OK but keep your fingers crossed for any dealing with insurance claim in the future. You can claim, but based on 04 value lah. 1st year insurance sure have to follow higher premium.

Bump: some dealers have the reputation of under declaring. This could be the case. Car specs is 05 GDBE but paper work says 2004. If you buy may be OK but keep your fingers crossed for any dealing with insurance claim in the future. You can claim, but based on 04 value lah. 1st year insurance sure have to follow higher premium.

 

[NeniNeniBoBo]

Some of the GDBE is fall under 2004.

 

[' xZ "]

so most of 2004 v8 is GDB-D?

 

[NeniNeniBoBo]

I think so but so far hvt heard of any1 get GDB-D since FHI not produce many units for type D. Correct me if I wrong.:rolleyes:

 

[skubv8]

yes, most of 2004 v8 are GDB-D. This includes some V-Limited edition 555 units made to celebrate Subaru's winning of WRC 2003.

 

[' xZ "]

so wats the difference between GDB-C and GDB-D?
the DCCD is different?

 

[skubv8]

IIRC, GDB-C some have auto-DCCD, some don't have.

GDB-D all must have auto-DCCD.