2000 Subaru Impreza 2000 AWD Turbo review from UK and Ireland

I was lucky enough to find a last of line classic Impreza with only 23K on the clock, which is in the colour I had been looking for (Mica Blue Metallic) and totally standard (except for the alarm) with every bill and comprehensive full service history. It’s in stunning condition, and the interior/engine bay and boot are as good as when it came out of the factory.

The only problem I have had with it was the aftermarket alarm failed, and I have had to have it replaced.

So far I have been as far apart as the Scottish Isles to Cornwall, and it is absolutely brilliant. In the past I have had cars such as MK2 Golf GTIs, an Astra GTE 16V and an Astra GSI 16V, but this thing is in a different league when driving it. The interior although in perfect condition is as is well documented, basic, but its simplicity becomes its charm.

I have had it inspected by my local garage, they reckon it’s pretty much perfect. A body shop, they reckon it’s never seen paint, and now it’s just sailed through its MOT so I’m extremely happy.

Downsides are the fuel consumption, which is on the steep side, even when driving easily (which I was fully aware of before buying) and you do get people trying to race you, but just ignore them.

So far, I honestly could not be happier with this car – stunning!