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Old 2005-01-28, 11:26 AM   #7
sperry
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Default Re: is this a good buy for a 02' wrx?

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Originally Posted by bmxstreetrider666
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=31868&item =4523258293&rd=1
Well, a no reserve WRX could be a great buy, but I'm always hesitant about buying cars on eBay.

Also.. a Cold Air Intake will not make that car into a "235hp" car. In fact, on an otherwise stock car, a CAI will *lose* horsepower, since the intake will lean our the Air/Fuel ratio, and cause knock, so the ECU will have to retard the timing to keep the motor from blowing up, which results in less power.

I would think that if you could pick it up for under $10k, you're doing pretty well, but remember, it has a salvage title, which severly limits your re-sale options. If you're buying this as a project/race car, then you're in good shape. If you're planning on driving it for a bit then selling it, I'd stay away.
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