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Fifty Three Automotive is incredibly proud to offer this simply stunning 2005 JDM twin-scroll Impreza WRX STi.
A truly immaculate low-mileage example with full UK and Japanese service history, including documented cambelt replacement, a large history file and even an indoor car cover. Still displaying kilometres and never converted, this cherished family-owned car has been carefully maintained over the past 7 years and used only in dry weather conditions.
An exceptionally rare opportunity to own a fully original, unmodified example that has never been heavily modified, retaining all the character and purity that makes these JDM STis so desirable. Tasteful upgrades include a stainless steel Hayward & Scott exhaust system, rare lightweight 18” OZ Superleggera alloy wheels finished in Hyper Silver, and Tein coilover suspension.
Unlike the UK-market Type UK models, the Japanese domestic market twin-scroll STi benefits from a far more focused and motorsport-inspired specification from factory. The JDM cars feature the highly sought-after twin-scroll turbocharged EJ207 engine, widely regarded by enthusiasts as the strongest and most responsive version of the legendary Subaru flat-four. Featuring forged internals, AVCS variable valve timing, higher rev limit and a more aggressive factory tune, the EJ207 delivers a noticeably sharper, faster-revving and more exciting driving experience compared to the softer UK-spec EJ255-powered cars.
The twin-scroll setup also provides significantly improved turbo response and mid-range performance, giving the car the razor-sharp throttle response and urgency that made the Japanese STi models so revered. Combined with Subaru’s DCCD driver-controlled centre differential, close-ratio gearbox and lighter overall kerb weight, the JDM cars feel considerably more focused, raw and engaging to drive.
Japanese-market STis also benefited from higher factory specification and detail improvements over UK cars, including upgraded interior trim, improved driver instrumentation, different gearing, quicker steering feel and various lightweight com