Hello everybody

 

im a newbie looking to learn more about subarus

 

at the the moment i have a 2000 forester turbo, 5spd manual

 

can anyone tell me how you tell if it is a JDM model??

 

 

any help would be great

 

thanks again

 

Mat

The best way is to do research on the vin number which is on the compliance plate ( a few different locations depending on the country) and on the fire wall under the bonnet.

 

Obviously the  car would be right hand drive as well. Not LHD like the USA delivered cars.

 

Another indicator Is that the compliance plate is written completely in Japanese. (not always JDM)

 

The interior options are different and the headlights and tail lights are different as well.

 

Having said all that I've seen ADM cars with JDM specs so it can be confusing and yes I know you are in New Zealand.

 

a bit of a read on JDM imprezas http://www.subarujdm.com/jdm_impreza.htm

 

TOONGA

If it's JDM, the speedo will end at 180kph, NZDM at 220 or 240 kph. Easy way to tell. Also if it's not registered in the year it was made is a clue too.

If it's an SF turbo, it'll almost certainly be JDM.