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This is by far the best prepared Impreza STi 8 we've come across so far at auctions in Japan! It's
been prepared with HKS components mostly. Specification is impressive, but the drive this car
gives is far, far better than we could have expected. First, here's the spec:
Engine: HKS Roller bearing GT RS Turbo unit, HKS uprated top mount Intercooler, Apexi
induction Kit complete with cold air shroud and sealed bonnet section - fed with cold air from the
front. J Speed Alloy Large Core radiator wih blue silicone Samco hoses. HKS Full Exhaust System
inc downpipe. Note that the original manifolds are retained, which give the characteristic Subaru
boxer's burble...Silencing is also adjustable for noise with a remote cable operated Apexi exhaust
control valve. Ideal for fooling the marshalls when they check the car at trackdays, or for avoiding
waking the neighbours in the early hours of the morning! The original ECU has been fitted with a
piggy-back HKS F-Con V Pro Engine Management unit. Injectors are also uprated. Boost control
is taken care of by an HKS EVC 5 (Electronic Valve Controller) Boost Controller and display.
Exterior: Zero Sports Carbon Bonnet, Carbon Scoop & Carbon Boot Lid, Creative SZ Alloy GT
Wing, Wheels are forged lightweight Volk Racing CE28 17" items in unmarked condition with 4
near new high grip Bridgestone Potenza RE070 tyres of size 225/45 ZR17 on each corner.
Interior: STi Genome/Defi 52mm Boost gauge with Defi Link Controller. Standard Equiptment
includes: Alacantara STi Interior, Intercooler Water Spray (Auto and Manual Options), Optional
Variable centre Differential (Auto and Manual Options), allowing power to be transmitted to the
wheels in the ratio desired by the driver, 6 Speed Manual Transmission, Climate Control A/C, E/W,
E/M, STI 'Quick Steering' rack, PAS, 4 channel ABS. Original option fitted mats. On the centre
console are: Integral Knock, Boost, Oil temp and Water temp meters neatly mounted in place. A
very high quality Addzest CD/MD/Radio Head unit is also included free of charge.
2003 Subaru Impreza STi 8 (HKS GTRS Turbo) Blue Metallic
Basic InfoRegistration date 1/2003Chassis Number GDB-018257Mileage 4844Color Blue MetallicOTR Price £ 22750
Detailed description
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Suspension & drivetrain: Tein Coilovers, adjustable for both ride height and damping. Suspension
is currently set as low as it will go, but can be easily raised to suit the new owner's needs. Tein
Pillowball top mounts (allowing a greater degree of camber adjustment to the front), Cusco front
underbody brace, Factory Carbon STi front strut brace, an STi rear strut brace has also been
installed to increase cornering rigidity. Clutch is a twin plate unit, near new in feel with progressive
take-up. Ideal for fast getaways, which is something this car is very geared up for.
From standstill, dropping the clutch and accelerating, the boost comes on quickly and pulls the car
relentlessly all the way to the redline before the driver has a chance to take his hand from the
gearlever. Charging through the gears, the rate of acceleration doesn't seem to slow. Usually
when pulling away -- cars bog down a little when the clutch is released and power applied - not
this car, it just does it's best to make a hole in the horizon and will out accelerate almost anything.
Our own 380 bhp Silvia Spec R felt slow compared to this car by some considerable margin. It
runs 1.7 bar of boost at the moment, although we will turn this down to more sensible levels, so
the car can be rolling road tested and set up by a Subaru Specialist in the UK before it's
unleashed in anger on UK fuel! It sounds much like a standard Impreza with a decent exhaust
system at idle, giving no indication of the extra urge available upon application of full throttle,
although the wastegate does chatter a little and this is heard through the Apexi induction kit on the
over run. We estimate this Impreza's making no less than 450 bhp in current guise. Handling is
superb as can be expected, although with limits as high as this car is set up for, we didn't test this
car's adhesive limits. Tein suspension is considered one of the best Japanese brands of coil over.
Ride is firm, yet compliant - making this car feasible for daily (although capable of mental speeds)
use. It's also notable that this car's been prepared to very high standards. Each modification has
been carefully thought out and executed - looking much like a factory prepared car.
Condition is nearly new, as can be expected of a car of such low original mileage. There are no
faults at all to report mechanically. The interior is also in immaculate - as new condition. Auction
grade is 1 (Auction sheet is available), as this is a very modified example - from standard spec.
The Lower lip spoiler is scratched. This is to be repaired as part of UK preparation. Note that the
carbon intercooler scoop's laquer has turned milky. A new one can be obtained through
www.neweraparts.com if required.
The 1st and only owner of this car spent OVER £13,000 in improvements on this car, then sold it!!
It's hard to understand why, as it's perfect in every sense! Still, it's lucky that we were not only able
to find it - but buy it!!
Inclusive of full UK conversions for E-SVA, UK model report hire, E-SVA test, minor paintwork as
described, 6 month's road tax & full UK registration this car is available for just £22,750 OTR.
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Newera Imports - The only specialist able to source the most unique performance cars from Japan
- and the only one to offer direct contact with own staff in Japan.
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Looks like an Sti 8 that's been cosmetically improved!
Very, very smart...
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Just immaculate throughout!
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Rear wing sets the car off well.
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Carbon boot lid. Unusual in the UK!
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Bonnet has beautiful weave. Intercooler scoop's laquer is milky. Easily replacable.
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HKS full exhaust system including downpipe.
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CE28's set the car off well, yet still discreetly.
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By far - Japanese forged lightweight rims are much better than anything available in UK (GravityCast).
There's just something very, very sexy about carbon!!
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Fully adjustable high quality TEIN suspension.
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Cusco braces to the underbody - improves feel and suspension control.
No ordinary STi 8 engine bay!
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Cold Air feed. Air flow meter not fitted. A Map sensor connects to the HKS F Con V Pro CPUinstead.
HKS GT RS roller bearing turbo.
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HKS uprated intercooler.
How deep!!!!
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Uprated radiator!
Adjustable top mounts, ideal for dialing out understeer!
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Original Chassis Plate.
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Original Interior is completely unmarked.
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Original odometer reading before conversion in the UK.
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Water spray to intercooler.
Control for the Apexi exhaust valve.
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Centre differential is adjustable on this Sti 8!
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6 Speed Manual transmission as std.
HKS Type 5 Boost controller and display unit.
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Professional Monitoring devices!
Hifi is worth £1,000 alone in Japan!
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HKS F-Con V Pro - so neatly fitted - it could have come like this from the factory!
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GT rear wing has been neatly mounted from beneath. No corners cut at all - on this car!
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STI rear strut brace.
Small scratch on front lip spoiler - to be repaired as part of UK preparation work.
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Bridgestone Potenza RE070's - some of the best tyres available for Imprezas - in Japan.
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Orignal Auction Sheet Copy.
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(1). Starting with your inquiry, we provide a quote or e-mail communication, so that
we are clear on just what you are after. We ask for detailed information from you, so
we can provide an accurate quotation from the beginning. If you are inquiring about a
car from stock, steps (2) and (4) are not required.
(2). When sourcing to order, our quotation is based on your requirements. As long as
your budget is sufficient for the car youre after & the car is likely to be available, we
will be prepared to find the car you order, or better. Remember: even if you budget
too much, it doesnt matter. We operate a system of supplying the best car we can
find, plus a set fee of £900. If we can buy your car for a low price, then you make the
corresponding saving.
(3). When you are ready to proceed, we ask for a deposit (& completed order form, if
applicable). The deposit is usually £1,000. If you want a car worth over £10K OTR,
then the deposit is £1,500. The deposit is fully refundable without question, should
you for any reason need to cancel before a car is bought on your behalf. If you are
reserving a car from stock the deposit is refundable less costs and time incurred
provided you cancel 4 working days before shipment from Japan.
(4). Miguel, our buyer keeps you informed via e-mail periodically whilst searching
for your car. Sometimes it can take weeks, even months to find the right car. In
addition to Miguel attending the major Tokyo auctions daily, we have buyers
searching daily throughout Japan for the car you want. No news simply means we
havent found it yet. We dont buy the first car which comes along. It must meet or
exceed your requirements whilst not costing more than the OTR price we agreed,
though it frequently costs less.
(5). As soon as available, we will e-mail you up to 30 detailed photographs, showing
all aspects of your car. We also include a detailed description. Of course, total OTR
price is known at this stage, so we let you know. Cars are insured from the time
theyre bought, to the time they are completed & collected by you in UK.
(6). Usually, boats are available every 2-3 weeks, from Japan to UK (Southampton).
How the Newera System Works
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We arrange for your car to be shipped on the first vessel available. Around the time
the car is shipped, we ask for the second instalment. Typically this is approximately
60% of the cars OTR total cost. Note that the car we supply to you is fully insured at
all times prior to you collecting it.
(7) We arrange booking of the SVA test in advance - shortly after the car departs, so
that the car can be tested as soon as possible upon arrival to UK. We also inform our
UK agent of your full contact details and information on everything which needs doing,
to make sure the car wil be presented in beautiful condition.
(8). Shipping takes 5 weeks. Around 2 weeks before arrival, we ask you for the final
instalment, to cover Import duties, VAT, shipping, UK conversions, testing,
registraton etc.
(9). Before the car arrives, we arrange customs clearance, etc. so the car neednt
spend un-necessary time waiting at the docks upon arrival. It usually takes 3-4 days
for cars to be unloaded and cleared by UK customs.
(10). The car is sent from Southampton to our UK agents premises in Canterbury
aboard a car transporter. Upon arrival there, it is SVA converted, derestricted, SVA
tested & MOTd (If applicable).
All minor cosmetic work required (e.g. bumper scratches) is carried out. The car is
fully valetted just before you collect it.
(11). The car comes with 6 months road tax and is fully registered in your name as
the first UK keeper. If you have a suitable private number plate youd like to go on the
car, we can also arrange this, provided you have a DVLA retention certificate.
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