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Hmm, very possible that has been imported from a snowy part of Japan so look closely for any bubbles under the paint, look under car if bolts and suspension looks rusted out.
Other basics of oil condition, coolant etc. Does the car blow any smoke when backing off the throttle.
That looks like a fairly unmolested example so that's a good thing.
Look for any signs of over spray around door jambs, in wheel arches. And check tyres are good and not 10 years old.
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Thanks! If it seems okay I'll spring for a mobile mechanic to go have a look at it.
@danb Really? It's a cheap as chips auto so it's only a cosplay STi anyway, and only A$14k. The STi badge is a bonus, this is the car I wanted when I bought my XV/Crosstrek. The manuals go for two or three times as much.
RonAsheton
I'm off to look at this STi tomorrow, first time buying a car from a used car lot. Seems to be a reputable enough business, they've been importing JDM nuggets for over 25 years. Anyway, enough guff, help me out. Tips please.