1998 Subaru Impreza Turbo 2000

Highlights

• Extensive mechanical and cosmetic work carried out by a Subaru specialist over the past two years
• Stock with the exception of a STI exhaust upgrade
• Previously dry stored and in single ownership from 2000 until the current keeper
• History file with service book, stamps and dealer invoices
• Advisory-free MOT to 24th July 2027

The Appeal

Born from Subaru's World Rally Championship programme, the combination of a turbocharged flat-four, symmetrical all-wheel drive and a slick five-speed manual gearbox made the Subaru Impreza Turbo an instant icon. In metallic blue over golden alloys, this is the definitive specification.

This example has had just two former registered keepers, with the previous owner keeping it from the year 2000 and dry stored. It comes with a service book bearing stamps and a collection of main dealer history and invoices. Over the past two years, the current owner has commissioned extensive mechanical and cosmetic work through Hurst Cars, a JDM and Subaru specialist, with a comprehensive list of items addressed in The Detail section below.
Described by the vendor as truly reliable and a joy to drive, this is an increasingly rare opportunity to acquire a well-documented, carefully maintained and largely original Impreza Turbo.

Key Information

• Mileage: 53,350 miles (supported by service history)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 24th July 2027 (no advisories)
• Technical specs: 2.0-litre turbocharged flat-four, five-speed manual
• Paperwork: service book with stamps, main dealer service history and invoices, old MOT certificates

Service history:
24/07/2026 – 53,195 miles – Cobra Automotives Limited

• Replaced exhaust mount - Millers engine oil change with Subaru oil and air filter

9/10/2025 - Hurst cars

• Millers engine oil change and Subaru oil filter

18/07/2013 – 47,032 miles – Steve Beavis MOT & Repair Centre

• Replaced offside front brake calliper and brake hose
• Completed MOT test

25/06/2012 – 45,005 miles – T. H. White Ltd

• Completed minor service with engine oil, oil filter, sump gasket, Castrol Magnatec oil, and petrol fuel flush
• Tightened loose regulator bolts on offside front window mechanism

13/07/2011 – 43,975 miles – T. H. White Ltd

• Completed oil and filter service with engine flush and petrol fuel flush
• Completed MOT test

20/01/2010 – 42,437 miles – T. H. White Ltd

• Completed scheduled annual service inspection

10/07/2008 – 39,415 miles – T. H. White Ltd

• Replaced engine timing belt kit, flange bolts, and cam cover gaskets

03/07/2008 – 39,115 miles – T. H. White Ltd

• Completed 15,000-mile type service with engine oil, oil filter, sump gasket, and engine flush
• Completed MOT test

04/07/2007 – 37,662 miles – T. H. White Ltd

• Completed 7,500-mile type service with engine oil, oil filter, sump gasket, and engine flush
• Completed MOT test

08/06/2004 – 29,940 miles – T. H. White Ltd

• Replaced near-side front drive shaft assembly and lower swivel ball joint

05/07/2004 – 30,435 miles – T. H. White Ltd

• Completed 30,000-mile type service with engine oil, oil filter, air filter element, fuel filter, spark plugs, brake fluid, transmission oil, and antifreeze
• Completed MOT test

15/07/2003 – 27,662 miles – T. H. White Ltd

• Supplied and fitted two new tyres to front road wheels
• Completed MOT test

17/07/2001 – 22,020 miles – T. H. White Ltd

• Completed 7,500-mile type service with engine oil, oil filter, sump gasket, and engine flush
• Replaced offside front drive shaft outer boot assembly
• Completed MOT test

12/04/2001 – 21,000 miles – Ebley Tyre & Autoservice Ltd

• Fitted four new 205/50V16 Bridgestone S03 tyres, fitted new valves, balanced wheels, and carried out 4-wheel alignment

20/12/1999 – 15,249 miles – T. H. White Ltd

• Completed scheduled interim service inspection

11/06/1999 – 15,264 miles – T. H. White Ltd

• Completed 15,000-mile / 12-month service inspection

12/12/1998 – 7,565 miles – T. H. White Ltd

• Completed 7,500-mile / 6-month service inspection

15/08/1998 – 741 miles – T. H. White Ltd

• Completed initial 1,000-mile running-in service

The Detail

Works carried out within the last two years:

• Rear main crankshaft oil seal replaced
• Exedy three-piece clutch kit, flywheel pilot bearing and flywheel bearing replaced
• Both rocker covers removed, cleaned and refitted with a new seal kit
• New water pump, seal, bolts and thermostat fitted
• New timing belt kit including tensioner fitted
• NGK spark plugs and new recirculation valve fitted
• Millers engine oil, oil filter and air filter changed with Subaru parts at the time of the last MOT
• Gearbox and differential oil changed
• Coolant replaced and system bled
• Engine and ECU map check carried out
• Exterior stripped, rubbed down and repainted on both sides including bonnet and boot lid, then flatted and polished
• Cam belt covers, inside of bonnet, wings, boot lid and areas behind front and rear bumpers also painted
• Radiator brackets, battery clamp and miscellaneous engine bay parts removed and painted
• Inlet manifold removed and upper engine bay cleaned
• Entire chassis underbody rubbed down, steam and chemical cleaned, dried and wax oiled including arches and box sections
• Rear boot seal removed, boot area cleaned and resealed
• Front and rear seats removed and underlay mats wet vacuumed
• Four new Kumho tyres fitted (08/04/2026)
• New battery fitted

• The vendor reports the exterior is in very good order aside from a crack in the roof paintwork
• The vendor states the underside is very clean with no rust
• The vendor describes the interior as in good condition with factory leather seats and no broken or missing trim
• Brake discs and pads could benefit from replacement as there is a slight judder when braking
• ABS light comes on intermittently
• Stock other than the STI exhaust, per the vendor

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