nice 28 Posted January 9, 2007 Share Posted January 9, 2007 http://www.pickles.com.au/servlet/Auction/...em_id=252053789 Was looking at getting this car and repairing it. Do you guys think it would be worth it? I'm looking to get a cheap car, and i was thinking that i could get a newer car that was damaged and i could repair it, thus making it cheaper than if i was to buy it in good condition. If you think it's worth buying and repairing, what do you think would be a reasonable purchase price?? And what would be you guys estimate on repairs?? (also read the damage details on the site to give you a better idea) Cheers Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkymonkey Posted January 9, 2007 Share Posted January 9, 2007 if the engine's damaged then the damage has possibly twisted the rails, which means it could be expensive to fix. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2808586 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunatikk Posted January 9, 2007 Share Posted January 9, 2007 If you got the wreck FOR FREE it still wouldn't come close to a "cheap" repair bill. I've worked in damaged-auction yards in the past & as soon as you see Heavy Structural in the damage listings it's usually only viable if you own a shop with all the equipment & can do it all yourself. To pay to have the work done would be prohibitive- remember it was written-off in the first place for a reason. I've even processed vehicles that had VERY minimal panel damage that were financial write-offs purely based on the cost of replacing the air-bags etc. Worth a look maybe, but I'm guessing it would only end in tears..... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2808615 Share on other sites More sharing options...
R31Nismoid Posted January 9, 2007 Share Posted January 9, 2007 Did you read it? Front - Heavy Panel, Heavy Structural Thats as good as saying, dont go near it. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2808748 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonneh Bravo Posted January 9, 2007 Share Posted January 9, 2007 This car is good for parts only i reckon. I wonder how much it would go for. i could use alot out of it to sti spec mine lol. when it going on auction i cant find the auction time anywhere Dont worry found it 16/01/07 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2808762 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bec Posted January 9, 2007 Share Posted January 9, 2007 OUCH - someone had a whoopsie Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2808815 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamezilla Posted January 9, 2007 Share Posted January 9, 2007 Stuffing the airbags back in will be a pain in the ass Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2808853 Share on other sites More sharing options...
West Posted January 9, 2007 Share Posted January 9, 2007 How about import one from Japan and use this one registration plate? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2808931 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin 09 Posted January 9, 2007 Share Posted January 9, 2007 How about import one from Japan and use this one registration plate? NO that's illegal mr west. plus you'll not get one into the country without a CAMS L3 on a side note, see all those nice pink arrows? a repairer has gone over it and marked where the body has moved... looks like the whole shell is twisted in the direction of the arrows Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2808973 Share on other sites More sharing options...
West Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 NO that's illegal mr west.plus you'll not get one into the country without a CAMS L3 on a side note, see all those nice pink arrows? a repairer has gone over it and marked where the body has moved... looks like the whole shell is twisted in the direction of the arrows Holy shit. My bad. Only coz i see lots of EVOIII registered them self as Lancers then Engineer to be Evo's. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2809603 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKY031 Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 There's no info on whether it's a repairable write-off or a statutory write-off. Before you even think about buying it, find out which it is. I don't think you'd be too happy if you purchased a car to repair, then found out that you've just purchased a statutory write-off. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2809874 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ziad Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 i think it will only be good for parts. u could always upgrade a normal RS to sti spec with parts from this. as far as wests swap, i think every state has different laws but most now will not let similar happen and have changed or brought new laws in to stop things like that. but i think it could still happen but lets hope u dont get caught driving a car like that or sell it Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2810056 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nice 28 Posted January 10, 2007 Author Share Posted January 10, 2007 well the car is a repairable write off, it says that in the catalogue before you enter that page. I know that it would not be worth repairing, but does anyone have any idea of the price for repairs? Im guessing 10k+ Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2811057 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 i'm guessing closer to $20K maybe a little more Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2811100 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SABBAi Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 That's a big off. Big damage. Good luck getting it straight again. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2811106 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKY031 Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 well the car is a repairable write off, it says that in the catalogue before you enter that page. um... from the index page: CP 09/05, SUBARU, IMPREZA, S MY05 WRX STi, Sedan, 5 Seats MANUAL, 2.0 ltr, 4 cyl, Premium ULP, Multi-Point Injected Turbo intercooled, 0 kms (Showing On Odometer), BLACK, Rego.No:NP(TTC115), Aircond., Airbag Dual, P/Steer, P/Wind, IRS, Cru. Cont, Cent.Lock, CD Stacker, CD Player, Radio, Immobiliser (App), Body Kit, Double Glazed, DVD, Rear Spoiler, Turbo, custom wheels (Stock No. 3131897), GST Included in Sale Price I don't see anything there about whether it's repairable or not. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2811313 Share on other sites More sharing options...
AutoTrust Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 Not repairable by any stretch of the imagination. Interesting topic, ..................stay away from this bent piece of metal. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2811419 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Interloper Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 its F+++ed. As Ronin mentioned, the arrows indicate that the body has warped including the roof/ c-pillar....it would never drive the same... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2811477 Share on other sites More sharing options...
KamikazeR33 Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 at best only the front would b damaged n u could do a cut n shut like they used to under the old import system dogdey but meh but prob the rest of the body is feked also Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2811494 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin 09 Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 i think it will only be good for parts. u could always upgrade a normal RS to sti spec with parts from this. as far as wests swap, i think every state has different laws but most now will not let similar happen and have changed or brought new laws in to stop things like that. but i think it could still happen but lets hope u dont get caught driving a car like that or sell it damn right it does happen... it's called stolen cars and rebirths! step 1. acquire 'repairable right-off' or statutory right off step 2. acquire* perfect vehicle that is the same, but not banana'd step 3. remove and swap plates step 4. present to relevant government registration body for re-registration step 5. sell for mucho cashola *may be acquired by non-legal means thankfully data-dot technology is starting to make this more difficult; stolen cars tend to end up in parts rather than rebirthed. If only they sold data dot paint to general consumers so i could unleash it all over my car! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/150947-opinions-on-this-wreck/#findComment-2812142 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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