Description
Subaru Impreza WRX STI Spec C Type RA-R - 1 of Only 300 Ever Made!
Fresh import from Japan with a grade of a 4! Car VX report to hand
This is an extremely rare and collectible example of Subaru's legendary Impreza WRX STI Spec C Type RA-R the ultimate road-going GDB model. Only 300 units were ever produced worldwide, making this an exceptionally special car for any Subaru enthusiast or collector.
Mileage: 118,424 km (73,585 miles)
Recent Maintenance:
Full service
Timing belt and water pump replaced
Brand-new clutch fitted along with flywheel & spiggot bearing
4 Brand new goodyear eagle f1 tyres
Exhaust pulley (RCM)
Rear diff oil
Gearbox stripped, cleaned, and reassembled with fresh oil/seals
Dry iced & clear under sealed
Rear foglight fitted
Speedometer converter to MPH
Tracking (wheel alignment)
12 Months MOT will be supplied
Specification & Features:
STI Alcantara seats
STI Genome gauges
STI 18 inch lightweight forged alloys
Factory intercooler (IC) water spray system
Large twin-scroll turbo + upgraded ECU (standard)
STI-tuned suspension (stiffer springs, dampers, anti-roll bars)
Pillow-ball bushings for sharper handling
Reinforced chassis components
Quick-ratio steering
Thinner glass & lighter body panels
Condition
The car is in good condition throughout, drives brilliantly with no knocks or rattles & pulls through all gears as it should. No rust on the under body
Background
The Impreza WRX STI Spec C Type RA-R represents the pinnacle of Subaru's engineering for the GDB generation. "RA" stands for Record Attempt, while the additional "R" signifies Radical or Racy. Built on the Spec C platform, the RA-R received numerous performance-focused upgrades:
Large turbocharger with optimized turbine blade design and ball bearings
Enhanced, heat-resistant straight air duct hoses
Specially developed sports ECU for sharper throttle response and higher top-end power
Pillow-ball suspension links, reinforced stabilizers, dampers, and springs for reduced body roll
High-performance Brembo brakes with special calipers and discs
Lightweight aluminium wheels with 235/40R18 tyres
Aerodynamic front under skirt with lip for improved front-end grip
Among the 300 units, 100 were finished in WR Blue Mica, making this example especially desirable for those who love Subaru's iconic rally colour.
The RA-R was designed to be fast, focused, and exhilarating