17th Mar, 2024 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle March 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction
2005 Subaru Impreza WRX STi
UK supplied wide-track model with full main dealer service history
Registration - DK05 VTA
Chassis No. - JF1GDBKH35G049486
M.O.T. - October 2024
Odometer - 111,383
With its desirable colour combination of gleaming Obsidian Black Pearl paintwork and gold 17” 10-spoke alloy wheels with matching Brembo brake callipers, and those all-important vivid pink STI (Subaru Technica International) badges, there’s no doubting that this rare UK-spec car is a ‘Scooby’ to be reckoned with. Outside it’s all squat, Subaru power, just waiting to leap into action. Inside the unmistakable sense that this is a potent machine continues, with the drilled aluminium pedals and sporty black and blue trim. The period double DIN Subaru radio/cassette/CD player is a nice reminder that this is an unmolested example. ‘DK05 VTA’ comes complete with full dealer and Subaru specialist service history, original handbook and historic MOTs. It has a current MOT to 6 October 2024. The current owner rates the 2-litre, turbocharged 261bhp DOHC engine, six-speed manual transmission, electrics, interior and bodywork as ‘excellent’ and the paintwork as ‘excellent/good’.
The Subaru Impreza (adapted from the Italian word impresa, meaning achievement) has been with us since November 1993, and was immortalized by the Prodrive-inspired run of WRC Constructors’ titles in 1995, 1996 and 1997, and Drivers’ championships for Colin McRae (1995), the late Richard Burns (2001) and Petter Solberg (2003). The model’s distinctive engine note stems from its four-cylinder ‘boxer’ engine that has good inherent balance and makes for a low centre of gravity. The basis of the performance models has been the fourwheel drive, turbocharged WRX. In the late ‘80s, Subaru formed a division specifically to co-ordinate its motorsport activities; not least its assault on the FIA World Rally Championship. Dubbed Subaru Tecnica International (STI), it went on to create high-performance road-going derivatives of the WRX model, and the WRX STI remained the basis of the company’s rally programme from the time of its introduction in 1992. The first generation STI (1992-2001) was equipped with a turbocharged 2-litre version of the boxer engine.
In summary:
- A rare, UK-spec car
- Presented in the desirable black/gold colour combination
- Complete with original handbook and full service history
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Estimated at £10,000 - £12,000Registration - DK05 VTA
Chassis No. - JF1GDBKH35G049486
M.O.T. - October 2024
Odometer - 111,383
With its desirable colour combination of gleaming Obsidian Black Pearl paintwork and gold 17” 10-spoke alloy wheels with matching Brembo brake callipers, and those all-important vivid pink STI (Subaru Technica International) badges, there’s no doubting that this rare UK-spec car is a ‘Scooby’ to be reckoned with. Outside it’s all squat, Subaru power, just waiting to leap into action. Inside the unmistakable sense that this is a potent machine continues, with the drilled aluminium pedals and sporty black and blue trim. The period double DIN Subaru radio/cassette/CD player is a nice reminder that this is an unmolested example. ‘DK05 VTA’ comes complete with full dealer and Subaru specialist service history, original handbook and historic MOTs. It has a current MOT to 6 October 2024. The current owner rates the 2-litre, turbocharged 261bhp DOHC engine, six-speed manual transmission, electrics, interior and bodywork as ‘excellent’ and the paintwork as ‘excellent/good’.
The Subaru Impreza (adapted from the Italian word impresa, meaning achievement) has been with us since November 1993, and was immortalized by the Prodrive-inspired run of WRC Constructors’ titles in 1995, 1996 and 1997, and Drivers’ championships for Colin McRae (1995), the late Richard Burns (2001) and Petter Solberg (2003). The model’s distinctive engine note stems from its four-cylinder ‘boxer’ engine that has good inherent balance and makes for a low centre of gravity. The basis of the performance models has been the fourwheel drive, turbocharged WRX. In the late ‘80s, Subaru formed a division specifically to co-ordinate its motorsport activities; not least its assault on the FIA World Rally Championship. Dubbed Subaru Tecnica International (STI), it went on to create high-performance road-going derivatives of the WRX model, and the WRX STI remained the basis of the company’s rally programme from the time of its introduction in 1992. The first generation STI (1992-2001) was equipped with a turbocharged 2-litre version of the boxer engine.
In summary:
- A rare, UK-spec car
- Presented in the desirable black/gold colour combination
- Complete with original handbook and full service history
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Bolesworth Castle March 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 17th Mar, 2024
Our March auction of classic and performance cars
Viewing Days:
Saturday 16th March,12 noon - 6pm
Sunday 17th March, 9am - 12 noon
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