THIS... is a 2006 Subaru Impreza WRX STI, finished in Crystal Gray Metallic with a black and blue interior.

  • The attached Carfax history report lists no accidents in this WRX STI's past. It also shows that this Subaru was California-owned until 2019.
  • This sedan has been converted into a pickup using a Smyth Performance Ute kit. The list of modifications reported by the seller also includes a Turbo Tek Tuning ECU tune, a COBB Tuning boost control solenoid, a high-flow catalytic converter, 18-inch fifteen52 Integrale wheels, an IAG Performance engine skid plate, an aluminum tonneau cover, a Kenwood touchscreen, and Alpine speakers.
  • The second-generation Impreza made its debut for 2001, and it spawned the first WRX sold on the American market. Like the standard Impreza, the WRX was offered as a sedan and as a station wagon. The range-topping STI variant gained rally-bred upgrades including a more powerful engine, a firmer suspension system, and a more muscular design. Production ended after the 2007 model year.
  • Power comes from a 2.5-liter turbocharged flat-4, rated at 300 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque when left stock. The modifications might increase those figures, but a dyno sheet is not available. Part of the EJ family of engines, it spins the four wheels via a 6-speed manual transmission.

Equipment

  • Brembo parts in the braking system
  • Front and rear mechanical limited-slip differentials
  • Driver Controlled Center Differential (DCCD)
  • HID headlights
  • Cloth and Alcantara upholstery
  • STI-design front seats
  • Power-adjustable door mirrors
  • Air conditioning

Modifications

Modifications reported by the seller include:

Drivetrain:

  • Turbo Tek Tuning ECU tune
  • COBB Tuning Accessport tuner
  • COBB Tuning boost control solenoid
  • COBB Tuning turbo blanket
  • Intercooler sprayer tank removed (wiring still present)
  • High-flow catalytic converter
  • 3-inch stainless-steel exhaust system

Wheels and Underbody:

  • 18-inch fifteen52 Integrale wheels
  • IAG Performance engine skid plate

Exterior:

  • Smyth Performance Ute conversion kit
  • Front splitter
  • Rally Armor mudflaps
  • Gray finish on the A- and B-pillar trim
  • Aluminum tonneau cover
  • Custom-made bed mat
  • LED third brake light
  • LED license plate and reverse lights

Interior:

  • Kartboy shifter bushings
  • Ultrasuede upholstery on the headliner
  • Extra sound-deadening material
  • Kenwood touchscreen
  • Alpine speakers
  • Wiring for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Known Flaws

  • Some exterior scratches and chips (shown in the gallery)
  • Ding on the passenger-side rear wheel arch
  • The tonneau cover and tailgate straps need to be adjusted
  • Some wear on the driver's seat's outer bolsters and on some of the interior touch points
  • Some rust on some of the suspension and exhaust system components

Recent Service History

Some service information appears in the attached Carfax history report. Recent work includes:

  • July 2019 (177,613 miles): Engine oil and filter changed
  • December 2018 (177,214 miles): Engine oil and filter changed

The seller states that the engine oil was last changed in April 2023 at 178,322 miles, and that the spark plugs, ignition coils, engine air filter, tires, steering system O-rings and linkage bushings, shifter joints, shift rod, shifter spring pin, headlights, headlight ballasts and bulbs, windshield, and cabin air filter were recently replaced. He adds that used factory suspension components were recently installed, that the timing belt was replaced in April 2018 at 173,114 miles, and that the clutch was replaced in 2017.

Other Items Included in Sale

  • 2 keys and 2 key fobs
  • Owner's manuals
  • Available service records
  • Rubber floor mats
  • Removed intercooler fluid reservoir
  • Spare steering wheel, sunvisors, B-pillar trim, and shifter lock mechanism
  • Spare engine oil filters, downpipe gasket, HID bulbs, and cabin air filter
  • Scosche Industries antenna adapter
  • Mirror mount adapter tool

Ownership History

The seller purchased this WRX STI on Cars & Bids in October 2022, and the previous auction can be viewed here.

Seller Notes

  • The seller states that this WRX STI has been repainted in its factory color.
  • Due to the modifications, this car may not pass emissions testing in some states. It's the buyer's responsibility to check whether this car can be registered in their home state prior to placing a bid