Claire’s Legacy GT-B — Project Overview
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) |
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| 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.
 Scooby Projects ceased trading in 2012, but anyone looking for advice or work done to their Subaru project can now contact AJR Performance for a similar range of products and services. |