Claire’s Legacy GT-B
Claire bought her JDM 1997 Legacy GT-B in November 2007, as a fresh import to the UK. The car is used everyday and also sees occasional track day use, and the modifications reflect this.
Specification
| Vehicle: | 1997 Subaru Legacy GT-B Twin Turbo (Japanese Import) |
|---|---|
| Applied Model: | BG5B5CD |
| Date of first registration: | 1st March 1997 |
| Imported into UK: | September 2007 |
| Engine: | Subaru EJ20R DWCJE (280ps @ 6,500rpm) 1994cc, Horizontal opposition 4-cylinder, 16-valve DOHC, Twin-Turbo, petrol |
| Performance: | Acceleration 0–60mph, 5.7 seconds (claimed) Maximum speed, 165mph (limiter removed [ 1 ]) |
| Transmission: | Five-speed manual, All-wheel drive |
[ 1 ] Cars in Japan are limited to 180kph (112mph) by law, but by converting the speedometer to mile-per-hour the speed limiter will be changed from 180kph to 180mph. With this conversion, an otherwise unmodified second-generation manual Legacy GT-B, in good condition, should be able to achieve a maximum speed in excess of 160mph. Scooby Projects are able to perform this conversion if requested, however it is not recommended that cars with top-mounted intercoolers run above 140mph for prolonged periods as permanent engine damage may occur.