Moorey

Hello Community

New here, guess this is the right place to post


Now within the last month i bought a 1996 WRX Impreza GC8 with a EJ20G i believe... I'm car illiterate so you're going to have to bare with me
The plans for this car is a learn to drive into somewhat of a performance car down the track.. It is also for me to learn about cars, how to DIY, repair blah blah, i love my cars but I'm clueless!

The engine in there now is past its prime and is in need of a rebuild, this is where my other rexy friends have stepped in with their opinions

Not knowing much about this stuff i am stuck...


Do i got ahead annnd
1. Rebuild this engine that at this moment has 240xxxkm thrashed of its guts
2. Chase up another EJ20
OR
3. Do i convert it to a 2.5? Is there a model that would bolt right it? is this a complete waste of time for someone with little knowledge like myself?

I have been quoted 3k starting price for a rebuild with me supplying the parts (god knows what i have to buy or how bad the engine actually is...)

I have 6 months at a minimum to turn it into a daily runabout, there is no rush at all..


Just some friendly advice would be amazing! A point in the right direction,

Thankyou