Highlights

Desirable Type UK in in Graphite Black
Low documented mileage of under 35,000
One registered keeper from new
Very good condition throughout
265bhp with Prodrive Performance Pack
Will come with fresh MOT

The Appeal

There are many flavours of Impreza WRX STI, of which the ‘blobeye’ Type UK is surely amongst the tastiest. With styling tweaked by Peter Stevens - who contributed to the rally cars - and performance dialled up by Prodrive especially for UK customers, this model has the style and capability of which future classics are made.

Type UK cars are generally split into those that have been used and those preserved by collectors. This Graphite Black car is definitely in the latter category. Its single keeper has kept the mileage below 35,000 miles and carefully preserved the condition. The car presents close to ‘as new’ with barely any indications of use.

It is also usefully largely factory standard. The desirable Prodrive Performance Pack (PPP) upgrades remain - power is up to 265bhp - and it even has its original Subaru radio cassette.

This is a collector-quality Type UK with the mileage and specification that will appeal to discerning buyers.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 29th April 2005
One registered keeper from new
MOT history verifies the displayed mileage
Dry stored since last MOT expired
Last MOT expired May 2017 with no advisories
34,120 miles on last MOT and now showing 34,667 miles

Type UK PPP specification:

Recalibrated ECY
High capacity fuel pump
Stainless steel exhaust
20% more torque
15% more power

Services at Robinson & Sons Subaru Rochdale:
- 25/5/05 @ 785 Miles
- 16/11/05 @ 6126 Miles Oil & Filter
- 7/4/06 @ 10004 Miles
- 29/1/07 @ 14970 Miles Oil, Filter & HKS Air Filter
- 07/12/07 @ 20010 Miles
- 24/07/09 @25151 Miles Cameron Cars NI
- 10/08/17 @ 34,265 Miles Oil & Filter, Timing Belt & Water Pump

The Condition

Type UK with PPP upgrades in smart Graphite Black
Paintwork is very good for year and mileage with few indications of age
A few minor points to note to paintwork such as light scratches and marks
Bodywork is very good with straight panels and no accident damage reported
We understand that the underside is in good condition with no issues advised
Factory standard exterior with bonnet scoop and large rear wing
Sits on correct 18in Prodrive Speedline seven spoke grey anodised alloys
Alloy wheels in very good condition with no significant deterioration to note
Quality Michelin tyres all round with plenty of tread and good sidewall condition
Factory decals and badges in good order with minor deterioration to one item
Lights in good condition with clear lenses to headlights as shown
Space saver spare wheel with jack kit
Very smart blue and black suede and fabric interior in very good condition
High-back sports seats with STI decals as shown
Only light bolster wear to note to driver’s seat
Carpets in good order with fitted STI over mats equally well presented
Boot carpet presents well with no obvious stains or damage shown
Headlining, door cards and trim present well
Aluminium-effect trim and switchgear all very well presented
Retains original features such as a three-spoke wheel Subaru stereo
We understand the electrics and switchgear all function correctly
No dashboard warning lights visible in photos or advised by seller

The Mechanics

1,994cc turbocharged boxer engine
Type UK specification car with PPP pack
Vendor reports it is running at 265bhp
5spd manual gearbox
Turbosmart controller as shown
Documented low-mileage car
Brembo brakes and other Type UK enhancements
No reported running or driving issues
In storage since expiry of last MOT in 2017

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