This 1998 Subaru Impreza STI 22B is a limited edition rally-derived modern classic, which commemorated the marque’s 40th anniversary. The 22B is easily distinguished from other Subaru Imprezas of the era by its wide body which took inspiration from the Peter Stevens-designed WRC car. The wider body increased the overall width of the car by a substantial 80mm. It is powered by a tuned 2.2-litre ‘EJ22G’ four-cylinder boxer, paired with a five-speed manual transmission. The car is equipped with an electronically adjustable centre differential allowing the driver to control the level of locking of the mechanical rear limited-slip differential. Originally delivered to Japan in April 1998, it was registered in Australia in April 2007. The odometer shows a modest 83,428 kilometres from new. This example is number 188 of the original factory allocation of 400 Japan-market cars. It is finished in Sonic Blue, with black and blue fabric-trimmed seats accented with red stitching. It rides on its period-correct 17-inch BBS forged aluminium wheels finished in gold, all of which are wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres. Inside, the car features a Nardi leather-trimmed steering wheel, electric windows, electrically adjustable door mirrors, and air conditioning. The car’s audio system has been replaced with an aftermarket double-DIN Alpine head unit with satellite navigation, the car has also been dynamometer ECU tuned using an aftermarket Link G4 ECU, which was installed and set up by GotItRex. It is accompanied by its handbooks, importation paperwork, maintenance receipts from 2018, paperwork for its replacement head unit, and some Japanese service paperwork. The seller notes that there are two original ignition keys included in the sale. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. The latest service was carried out in June 2024 at 83,308 km by a Subaru main dealer. Prior to this, the car was serviced in both October and June 2018. The seller notes a lot of further maintenance work has also been completed during their ownership by GotItRex in Victoria, Australia, which is listed below. Other work performed during ownership: Genuine Group N engine mounts Genuine Group N STI pitch mount Genuine STI five-speed Group N gearbox mount New genuine front inner CV boots New genuine right-hand inner and outer rocker cover gaskets Replacement fuel filter Genuine replacement oil filter Castrol 10W 40 oil New Redlight light weight shock proof LSX90 Castrol gear oil Motul brake fluid 600 RBF New genuine Subaru long-life green coolant New genuine PFR6B spark plugs New W3 WMP351 front brake pads New genuine brake line clips New Link G4 plus ECU and OEM case Dynomometer tune to suit ULP98 New central dashboard pocket New bonnet insulation pad New counter sunk screws for wing New Walbro 255 fuel pump and starter The 1998 Subaru Impreza WRX STI 22B is an acclaimed Japanese performance car. This upgraded example would make an ideal addition to any collection of nineties motoring heroes, and is ready to thrill its next owner out on the open road. The description of this consignment is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. Potential buyers should view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, either to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be undetectable even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork during its life. Furthermore, photographs may not reflect the true colour or full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to satisfy themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. This includes by raising enquiries with the seller in the comments section. For vehicles, unless otherwise stated, potential buyers should also assume that any cherished registration may be retained by the seller. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.