Just about to hpi a car and when i put the plate in it comes up as a fiat rather than a scooby. Is this a common thing or is the car dodgey.

I assume when i actually pay for the check i can put in the chasis number/v5 number and mot number to get a more accurate result...

Bit new to HPI checks!!

 

Erm can`t really help you but try HPI Checks in the search area as it may give you some more accurate details.

Anthony

 

Did do a quick search on here and google and cant say i found anyone else having a similar issue. May have to leave this car...

 

I know that the DVLA often have the models of Subaru's wrong when it comes to the log book . This is often the case with imports. I have an MY94 WRX RA but the log book states its a terzo , Which is obviously wrong as they only made these from 1997 onwards. However i've never heard of anyone having a hpi check bring up a totally different make of vehicle , Not a legit one anyway . Might be best to stay clear.

Best of luck

James

 

Yea, tiz putting me off womewhat. Owner reckons the log book states that its a WRX Sti aswell.....

 

Stick the reg number in here and see what it says....

http://www.rac.co.uk/web/vehiclechecks/dvla_lookup/

For me I get:-

Manufacturer SUBARU
Model Body type 4 DOOR SALOON
Colour WHITE
Fuel type PETROL
Date manufactured 10 April 2002
Number of previous owners 2
Last owner change 18 February 2004

It's actually a Wagon though - but being an Import you expect a little discrepancy....

 

Same, tried about 4, all saying a grey 1999 fiat sencitieido thingy. Scoobs a 1999 grey....

Manufacturer FIAT
Model SEICENTO SPORTING
Body type 3 DOOR HATCHBACK
Colour GREY
Fuel type PETROL
Date manufactured 31 December 1999
Number of previous owners 9
Last owner change 20 November 2005

 

It's probably a DVLA ***** up - but is it worth the risk? I would get the current owner to contact the DVLA and change the details...

Number of previous owners 9

Not good in 7 years is it? Well closer to 6 1/2!!

 

No, it is cheap but found out its a cat 'c' as it has a vic report, the plate thing....

Its a 1999 Sti, i can have it for £6k but i dont think ill be going there....

 

sounds bit weird alright!!

 

1999 STi for 6K is cheap.

Might be worth looking into - ok crashed, but if repaired well that's a very cheap car.

 

keep well away mate,all sounds a bit iffy! cat c is heavy impact(chasis damage)!!!!!

 

I can't believe anyone even considers crap like this when the market's flooded with reasonable, kosher cars.