An Impreza-based performance estate, which was only available in Japan. It is powered by a turbocharged 2.5-litre flat-four, delivering around 195kW and 378Nm of torque to all four wheels through a six-speed manual transmission. This Forester STI was fitted with a new clutch and upgraded brake discs and pads around 5,000 kilometres ago. The Forester STI was equipped with a larger intercooler and brakes, a revised exhaust, upgraded alloy wheels, a cross-brace, and redesigned springs, shock absorbers, and anti-roll bars. As a result, the car sits 3cm lower than a standard Forester, and a quicker-ratio steering rack is fitted for a more direct feel. This example is finished in World Rally Blue over a black cloth-trimmed interior, punctuated by ‘STI’-embroidered seatbacks. It rides on a set of 18-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels, housing gold Brembo callipers and shod with Continental tyres. The specification includes air conditioning and a Bluetooth-compatible radio with USB input. Upgrades include a GFB short-shift kit, DBA Clubspec 4000T3 brake discs, and Endless MX72 brake pads. Yellow-tinted front fog lights and carbon-look surrounds have also been fitted. Accompanying the sale is the spare tyre and toolkit. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: scratches on the rear bumper and near the fuel cap, blemishes on the wing mirrors, indentations on the hood and passenger door, and a stain on the passenger seat. The seller is not aware of any electrical or mechanical faults. There is a valid Victorian registration in place, which expires on 8 July 2023. Tuff Motor carried out an oil service in August 2022 at 138,000 kilometres. A service was previously performed in February 2022, which included replacing the bushes. In June 2022, the clutch was replaced, and the upgraded brake discs and pads were fitted. The seller reports that the timing belt was replaced at around 100,000 kilometres, and that there is no service history supplied with the vehicle. The Japan-only Subaru Forester STI (SG9) is a celebrated performance hero, combining the Impreza WRX’s powerful engine and symmetrical all-wheel drive system with purposeful estate-car bodywork. This example has recently been fitted with a new clutch and upgraded brakes, and would make a natural addition to a collection of JDM heroes as well as a rapid and engaging daily driver or family hauler for any marque enthusiast. The description of this auction lot 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, bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to a bid. 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.