Legacy GT-R on ebay - beware

larkja · 03-16-2005, 10:04 AM

So I continue my search for an Impreza RS or Legacy GT. Came across a Legacy GT-R on ebay -

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...sPageName=WDVW

Seeing as how I haven't heard of an "R," I thought I would send the seller an e-mail. Here's his response:

"I have contacted my local Subaru dealership to inquire about your concern amd they told me that it was probably just the previous owner trying to make it look really nice. And they agreed that it did. They told me however that "R" stands for Rally and with the short throw, the air intake, and aftermarket exhaust it would probbaly handle like a rally car as well. Thank you."

Just goes to show you have to be so careful on ebay. The uninformed is going to get scammed.

Jim

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benjaminetanyahoo · 03-16-2005, 10:18 AM

Honestly I don't put it past anybody to do that type of stuff to a Legacy and then call it a Type R because of the accessories, funny none the less...

RUBEN · 03-16-2005, 10:21 AM

Look like a Ebay ( APC) - PepBoys Racer.

well at least he didnt have a RB26 in it to go with the GTiR badge.

2.5Extreme · 03-16-2005, 12:54 PM

ew, the interior is so nasty

serious · 03-16-2005, 02:06 PM

The "R" is for rice or ricer.

Autologic · 03-16-2005, 05:19 PM

!!WARNING!! : If you don't like intense ride, experience, and attention, this car is NOT for you!

Good thing he added that warning because I'm looking for a car which offers an intense ride without an "intense experience."

BlackfeetVI · 03-16-2005, 06:32 PM

I love the BBS wheels. Those look like factory stock Subaru wheels to me...idiots.

allsubaru83 · 03-16-2005, 07:04 PM

man that is no better than an acura claiming the type R when it isnt really what it is.. Lamo, kinda ugly interior too!

jamesfacts · 03-16-2005, 07:19 PM

Quote:

Kelly Blue Book Value: This vehicle is being sold for hundreds under the KBB value although it has $100's invested in it.

awd_dreamin · 03-16-2005, 09:57 PM

Type R floor mats and muffler!!!! holy cow!!!!

Its got HIDS YO!!!

impreza99 · 03-16-2005, 11:45 PM

that looks nasty inside

BlackfeetVI · 03-17-2005, 12:24 AM

Here's the message I sent him:

How can you claim those are BBS wheels? I work for Subaru and those are factory stock wheels. They are NOT BBS wheels. Might want to take that part out of your auction, as well as the "GT-R" part. Subaru did not make a Legacy GT-R here in the US. Making up some random letter designation like "the R is for rally" isn't right either. At least market the car as what it is, a modified Legacy GT..."

He did change the auction from BBS wheels to "BBS look wheels" and he changed the GT-R designation. I still think the car looks like crap though

Poor Legacy

awd_dreamin · 03-17-2005, 12:35 AM

shoulda put that modified legacy GT comment in quotations.

Scoobyracer1 · 03-17-2005, 05:49 AM

That car is a ****ing joke.......lmao

nimaxpro · 03-17-2005, 12:23 PM

OMG! That car is the h0tness! I think I'll do the same to mine.
Also, I want to get "an intense ride" in my car, maybe I should lose the turbo?

What an ugly bastardization of a Legacy. Whoever spent the time and money making it "type R" is an idiot.

verendia · 03-17-2005, 01:04 PM

damn pimp my ride got to it. =(

serious_awesomeness · 03-17-2005, 05:15 PM

you shoulda known by lookin at the floor mats......lol

chris84bond · 03-17-2005, 05:37 PM

No, that's just part of the "accented interior to match", The 'R' on the mats was just a weird coincidence.

Quote:

Originally Posted by serious_awesomeness

you shoulda known by lookin at the floor mats......lol

Jonathan · 03-19-2005, 04:21 PM

Even though the floor mats are indeed a shade flashy, and the red painted interior tirm isn't stock, this car clearly hasn't been messed with all that much.

Thats an excellent machine, and the seller isnt asking for a whole lot.

The seller does however seem to be rather ignorant of what he/she has.

Having driven through the state of Ohio, I can confirm that this is indeed an exceptionally rare car. There are almost no Subarus in the entire state of Ohio.

03-16-2005, 10:04 AM	#1
larkja Scooby Newbie Member Sales Rating: (0) Member#: 36680 Join Date: May 2003 Location: Bay Area, CA	Legacy GT-R on ebay - beware So I continue my search for an Impreza RS or Legacy GT. Came across a Legacy GT-R on ebay - http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...sPageName=WDVW Seeing as how I haven't heard of an "R," I thought I would send the seller an e-mail. Here's his response: "I have contacted my local Subaru dealership to inquire about your concern amd they told me that it was probably just the previous owner trying to make it look really nice. And they agreed that it did. They told me however that "R" stands for Rally and with the short throw, the air intake, and aftermarket exhaust it would probbaly handle like a rally car as well. Thank you." Just goes to show you have to be so careful on ebay. The uninformed is going to get scammed. Jim * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

03-16-2005, 10:21 AM	#3
RUBEN Scooby Specialist Member Sales Rating: (13) Member#: 31170 Join Date: Dec 2002 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Global	Funny Look like a Ebay ( APC) - PepBoys Racer. well at least he didnt have a RB26 in it to go with the GTiR badge.

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BlackfeetVI Scooby Newbie Member Sales Rating: (4) Member#: 40567 Join Date: Jul 2003 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Vehicle: RIP Worcester 6 St Florian protect us all	Here's the message I sent him: How can you claim those are BBS wheels? I work for Subaru and those are factory stock wheels. They are NOT BBS wheels. Might want to take that part out of your auction, as well as the "GT-R" part. Subaru did not make a Legacy GT-R here in the US. Making up some random letter designation like "the R is for rally" isn't right either. At least market the car as what it is, a modified Legacy GT..." He did change the auction from BBS wheels to "BBS look wheels" and he changed the GT-R designation. I still think the car looks like crap though Poor Legacy

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serious_awesomeness Scooby Specialist Member Sales Rating: (12) Member#: 79982 Join Date: Jan 2005 Chapter/Region: South East Vehicle: 95 L STI white	you shoulda known by lookin at the floor mats......lol

03-19-2005, 04:21 PM	#19
Jonathan Scooby Guru Member Sales Rating: (5) Member#: 4021 Join Date: Feb 2001 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Natick, MA USA Vehicle: 1999 Legacy GT Ltd Quick Silver Metallic	Even though the floor mats are indeed a shade flashy, and the red painted interior tirm isn't stock, this car clearly hasn't been messed with all that much. Thats an excellent machine, and the seller isnt asking for a whole lot. The seller does however seem to be rather ignorant of what he/she has. Having driven through the state of Ohio, I can confirm that this is indeed an exceptionally rare car. There are almost no Subarus in the entire state of Ohio.