Forrester or RS Liberty???? - Page 4 - Perth-WRX.com

teejay · #31 21-08-2006, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Mister Two

doesnt gx/lx to RS conversion = Ass Rape or Arm/Leg Insurance Premiums?

How so ?

Do it right and theres no issue, maybe even cheaper because its not classed the same as a rs...

Mister Two · #32 21-08-2006, 08:47 PM

I have yet to see an insurance company give a cheaper quote for a turbo converted NA car versus a Standard turbo car. It was one of the things i looked into while looking for a Lib wagon. I was looking at getting a GX to RS conversion, but most of the insurance companies wanted annywhere from $200 to $1000 more in premiums.

Im quite glad I got the Leg GT, RAC only charges me around $850 for a Imported Legacy GT with a decent sound system, All mods listed, and a CAT4 Alarm/Immob. With a $750 excess if its my fault, $350 if its not my fault, I have maximum NCB, for a 22 year old with only on street parking in Northbridge. NORTHBRIDGE! of all places!!! Im pretty happy with that. I originally budgeted around $2000 for insurance... Id like to see a GX->RS Conversion beat that quote under the same circumstances.

Simon · #33 21-08-2006, 09:26 PM

tru, i work for SGIO and an aftermarket turbo conversion will send the premium thru the roof, and in sum cases the policy will be cancelled as a result

Adrian · #34 21-08-2006, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Simon

considering subaru gearboxes are made from glass

subaru auto's (with an oil cooler) are stronger than their manual counterparts, bar the new 6speeds

teejay · #35 22-08-2006, 08:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mister Two

I have yet to see an insurance company give a cheaper quote for a turbo converted NA car versus a Standard turbo car. It was one of the things i looked into while looking for a Lib wagon. I was looking at getting a GX to RS conversion, but most of the insurance companies wanted annywhere from $200 to $1000 more in premiums.

Im quite glad I got the Leg GT, RAC only charges me around $850 for a Imported Legacy GT with a decent sound system, All mods listed, and a CAT4 Alarm/Immob. With a $750 excess if its my fault, $350 if its not my fault, I have maximum NCB, for a 22 year old with only on street parking in Northbridge. NORTHBRIDGE! of all places!!! Im pretty happy with that. I originally budgeted around $2000 for insurance... Id like to see a GX->RS Conversion beat that quote under the same circumstances.

I live in a high theft risk area, and Shannons just approved my car with all mods for 16k for 900, not CAT4 alarm just immobiliser , same sort of excess. 23 with no NCB.

Mister Two · #36 22-08-2006, 08:58 AM

I think Ill give Shannons a Call and See what they offer me.

teejay · #37 22-08-2006, 09:33 AM

PM if you like, as I know a few of their Perth staff, and ill get one of them to call you

Mister Two · #38 22-08-2006, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Adrian

subaru auto's (with an oil cooler) are stronger than their manual counterparts, bar the new 6speeds

Yeah, If your going to thrash an Auto Box, A transmission oil cooler will definitely help towards the life of the box.

MaD_OwNeD · #39 22-08-2006, 11:55 AM

as mentioned with some, go an early model foz 99-02. easy to find parts for them as wrx's and roomier and less insurance for them

Mister Two · #40 22-08-2006, 12:47 PM

Thought I might post up some RS Pics to help you make up your mind...