Subaru Impreza Mk2 (GD/GG) Problems by Year

The second-generation Impreza is a UK icon in both saloon and wagon form. Naturally aspirated cars are generally simple, but shell corrosion and ageing cooling hardware now decide whether one is worth saving.

Select a year below to see the specific problems affecting that model year, with estimated repair costs and severity ratings.

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Buying Tips for the Subaru Impreza Mk2 (GD/GG)

  • Lift the boot trim and inspect the rear strut towers carefully; corrosion here can be much worse than the bodywork suggests.
  • Check the radiator for staining or cracks around the plastic end tanks before and after the test drive.
  • Listen for wheel-bearing drone on a faster road, especially from the rear axle.