NO RESERVE October Auction

This vehicle is going up for live auction at the Sunday Drive October Classic & Performance Auction.
Sunday 19th October, 2pm Sunday Drives new flagship showroom & auction venue, Highbrook, Auckland

Register now to bid in person or online via the Auctions page on the Sunday Drive website. Viewing nights to be announced soon, all vehicles come with pre-purchase inspections available on request, sign up for catalogue releasees and alerts on the website too.

Price guide: $40,000 - $50,000
NO RESERVE AUCTION !!!!!!!!!!
Buyers premium: 5% (including GST)

This 1998 STI Type R has undergone a complete refresh, with the body stripped back, panel beaten, and repainted to present in outstanding condition. A rare and highly sought after two door Type R, it has been rebuilt with no expense spared using only the best parts and workmanship.

Engine and Performance:

Motor removed and fully rebuilt by Steve Hunwick

Genuine Subaru cambelt, water pump, intake and exhaust gaskets

CP forged pistons

Eagle H-beam rods

Cometic head gaskets

ACL main centre thrust bearings

ACL Race Series rod bearings

All parts sourced through Subaru dealerships and NZPerformance

Brand new VF37 turbo from Turbochargers NZ

Full 3-inch exhaust system from Redline Performance (downpipe back)

Documentation:

Detailed rebuild photos included in the glove box for inspection

With its freshly restored body and a fully rebuilt, high-spec engine, this Impreza STI Type R represents one of the most desirable Subaru models ever produced. A car built with precision, authenticity, and performance in mind, it is ready to be enjoyed or collected as a future classic.