This Subaru Impreza STi 22B is a highly sought-after modern classic rally-derived Japanese performance car, which benefits from significant recent mechanical maintenance. Under the bonnet sits a turbocharged 2.2-litre ‘EJ22G’ flat-four, delivering around 206kW to all four wheels via a five-speed manual transmission. This example was originally a Japan-delivered model, which was recently imported to Australia, where it passed compliance in December 2022, though it has yet to be registered. This Impreza STi 22B is number 83 of just 400 JDM examples produced. It benefitted from significant restoration and refurbishment works carried out by DEFY Performance in 2023. The odometer is understood to show approximately 136,000 km from new. Just 400 Impreza STi 22Bs were produced for the Japanese domestic market, with a further 24 for export markets, resulting in a total production number of just 424 cars. The 22B features the desirable two-door bodyshell, distinctive widened wheel arches, and an enlarged 2.2-litre version of the marque’s distinctive flat-four ‘boxer’ engine. This example is finished in the quintessential hue of Sonic Blue Pearl, over a black cloth and blue synthetic suede-trimmed interior, featuring red stitching, embroidered ‘STI’ emblems on the front seat backs, and gunmetal and brushed metal-effect trim. It rides on a set of 17-inch BBS Y-spoke alloy wheels finished in gold, framing red Subaru-branded brake callipers, and fitted with Falken Azenis tyres. Equipment includes a rear screen wiper, a black leather-trimmed Nardi steering wheel, an intercooler water sprayer, automatic air conditioning, the Driver Controlled Centre Differential (DCCD), and electrically operated windows and door mirrors. This example has been fitted with an HKS Silent Hi-Power exhaust, a LaMco steering column boost gauge, upper dashboard LaMco battery voltage, oil temperature, and oil pressure gauges, aftermarket parcel shelf speakers, and a Kenwood CD stereo. The car comes with two keys, a jack, a spare wheel, a complete set of original 22B owner’s manuals, the Japanese service logbook, the Japanese auction documents, the Australian RAW Vehicle Inspection Certificate, and the Concessional RAV Entry Approval document. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: previous car parking dents on the door, which have been rectified by professional paintless dent removal. The front bumper, rear bumper, rear quarters and door mirrors have been repainted, there are some minor stone chips on the bonnet, a stain on the driver’s seat base, a small nick on the passenger door armrest handle, a small cut on the passenger door upper fabric, blemishes/scratches on the centre console and both door trims, the STI logos on the front seats are worn, there is a tiny hole in the upper part of the driver’s seat, and there are dents in both of the door sill guards. This Impreza’s most recent routine maintenance was carried out in July 2025 at around 136,000 km by Flat Four, which consisted of an engine oil change and all the fluids being checked. In May 2023, the coolant system was bled and refilled, a new shifter assembly and bushings were fitted, a new thermostat was installed, and the bonnet insulation was replaced. An engine oil and filter change was in April 2023, alongside new front wheel bearings being fitted, new ball joints installed, the front sway bar, bushes and end links replaced, new brake lights fitted, the washer bottle, radiator, fans and power steering cooler replaced, new Winmax front and rear brake pads, a pair of new DBA T2 Street slotted brake discs fitted, new GC8 thermo fan shrouds, a new shifter knuckle, the front control arm ball joints replaced, the top-mount intercooler replaced, and used GC8 power steering cooler hard lines and hoses fitted. In November 2022, an HKS Silent Hi-Power exhaust system was fitted, new fuel tank straps were installed, a new JDM front wiper arm set was installed, a new genuine wheel nut set, a new radiator overflow pipe, the battery terminal base replaced, a new air conditioning pipe pump guard, the washer bottle and pumps replaced, and a new rear differential outrigger mount bracket being fitted. Significant restoration and refurbishment works were carried out by DEFY Performance in 2023, a detailed breakdown is available in the photo gallery. This Subaru Impreza STi 22B is an involving and highly desirable modern classic rally-derived Japanese performance hero, which benefits from significant recent restorative maintenance. Number 83 of just 400 JDM examples produced, with sought-after factory performance and cosmetic enhancements, and boasting a potent 2.2-litre turbocharged flat-four engine coupled to a five-speed manual gearbox, it would make a discerning addition to any marque enthusiast’s collection, and a highly rewarding companion for weekend fun and car show visits alike.