1998 Subaru Impreza
2.0 GT
1998
260 780 km
Manual
Petrol
4x4
Blue
Good condition
Pricing Summary
R 399 900
Centurion, Gauteng
Distance From You
5.0
18 reviews
Description
FOR SALE: 1998 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX STI "555 V-LIMITED" TYPE RA
Price: R399,900 Mileage: 260,780 km Edition: No. 432 of 555 Provenance: 2 Previous Owners (Imported from Japan)
Service History: Partial Service History
THE ULTIMATE JDM COLLECTOR’S PIECE: THE TYPE RA This is a rare opportunity to own a legendary piece of motorsport history. This 1998 Subaru Impreza is not just a 555 V-Limited; it is the highly coveted Type RA (Race Altered). Sourced directly from Japan, this vehicle is Number 432 of only 555 produced worldwide. At R399,900, this represents an incredible investment for a "Grade-A" enthusiast vehicle with genuine JDM provenance.
WHAT MAKES THE TYPE RA V-LIMITED LEGENDARY:
* RACE ALTERED (RA) SPECS: Factory-lightened body with reduced sound deadening and the signature roof vent—built specifically for rally homologation.
* DCCD (Driver's Control Centre Differential): Features the iconic manual diff controller, allowing the driver to adjust the power split for precision handling.
* CLOSED-DECK BLOCK: Powered by the ultra-durable EJ20 engine variant, designed to handle high boost and extreme performance.
* SHORT-RATIO GEARBOX: Equipped with a close-ratio 5-speed transmission that keeps the turbo on song for relentless acceleration.
* JDM PEDIGREE: With only one owner in Japan and one in South Africa, this car maintains its authentic Japanese specification and soul.
* SONIC BLUE LIVERY: Finished in the iconic WRC Blue with "555" V-Limited badging and specialized interior trim.
* INTERCOOLER WATER SPRAY: Manual factory-fitted system to keep intake temperatures down during spirited driving.
Price: R399,900 Mileage: 260,780 km Edition: No. 432 of 555 Provenance: 2 Previous Owners (Imported from Japan)
Service History: Partial Service History
THE ULTIMATE JDM COLLECTOR’S PIECE: THE TYPE RA This is a rare opportunity to own a legendary piece of motorsport history. This 1998 Subaru Impreza is not just a 555 V-Limited; it is the highly coveted Type RA (Race Altered). Sourced directly from Japan, this vehicle is Number 432 of only 555 produced worldwide. At R399,900, this represents an incredible investment for a "Grade-A" enthusiast vehicle with genuine JDM provenance.
WHAT MAKES THE TYPE RA V-LIMITED LEGENDARY:
* RACE ALTERED (RA) SPECS: Factory-lightened body with reduced sound deadening and the signature roof vent—built specifically for rally homologation.
* DCCD (Driver's Control Centre Differential): Features the iconic manual diff controller, allowing the driver to adjust the power split for precision handling.
* CLOSED-DECK BLOCK: Powered by the ultra-durable EJ20 engine variant, designed to handle high boost and extreme performance.
* SHORT-RATIO GEARBOX: Equipped with a close-ratio 5-speed transmission that keeps the turbo on song for relentless acceleration.
* JDM PEDIGREE: With only one owner in Japan and one in South Africa, this car maintains its authentic Japanese specification and soul.
* SONIC BLUE LIVERY: Finished in the iconic WRC Blue with "555" V-Limited badging and specialized interior trim.
* INTERCOOLER WATER SPRAY: Manual factory-fitted system to keep intake temperatures down during spirited driving.