hi, im looking to buy a subaru impreza 2 door wrx sti type r, just wanted 2 ask what is the difference between a red top and a normal engine... and if possible whats the difference in BHP in the both... which 1 is recomended... and also what is the difference in the 2 door P1 and normal 2 door WRX STl TYPE R

Thanks alot everyone

Dunno, but looks like an extensive engine spec list here;
http://grahamberry2.co.jp/impreza_gc8/index.html

There is a big difference. The 'red top' u refer to is the STi engine. The intake manifold is painted red. The main difference is power. Roughly 280bhp compared to 250 on the WRX models. The internals r stronger & r more performance orientated. Gearbox & drive train r also different.

As regards the difference between coupe WRX STi Type R & P1, not alot. The P1 uses the coupe Type R as its base. The P1 was only available in UK. It was 'built' by Prodrive & there was a big options list that the owner could spec up but there was not anything done with the engine. You could spec a filter or exhaust. It was also limited to 1000 units. Also, depending on the year, the appearance will be different.

Now for the recommendations!! Due to the fact the P1 is limited, expect to pay more than the coupe Type R. The Type R is a good, solid car. It has performance extras over the standard STi 4 door EG: gearbox,drivetrain,ECU,body panels,DCCD. If l was going to buy one I'd head for the coupe & spend the cash u save on breaks or wheels. But if you're into exclusivity, by all means get the P1. Or if u can find one & the bank manager likes you, get the Daddy of them all, the 22B!!!

Just be careful. Same rule as buying any car. Look out for signs it has been trashed. The more original it is the better for you.

Good luck

>>>Sorry but the P1 was not the first Jap import to the UK. It was actually built by Prodrive for Subaru UK to steer people AWAY from buying Grey imports. Engine is still 1994cc<<<

the red top engine has 280bhp on tap as standard as opposed to 225 on the other the p1 was the 1st jap import introduced to the uk and dont quote me on this but l think it has a 2.1 litre engine