The engine number/plate on impreza sti type r location. I know the EJ20 means the 2.0 litre but what does the rest is it just the individual engine numbers????????? come on boys give us some replies cheers!!!!!!!!!!!

 

The 7 digit "applied model" code found on the vehicle identification plate inside the engine bay is decoded in the following way.

1. Series code G=Impreza S=Forester B=Legacy etc.
2. Body type F=Wagon C=Sedan
3. Engine type 8=2.0L Turbo
4. Year code A=MY93 B=MY94 C=MY95&96 D=MY97 (facelift) E=MY98 F=MY99 G=MY00
5. Number of doors 2=2 door coupe 4=4 door saloon 5=5 door wagon/hatch
6. Model type 8=WRX 7=RA type E=Sti D=Sti Type R & RA
7. Transmission D=5 Speed Manual AWD P=4 Speed Automatic AWD

This is taken from the FAQ on the SIDC site http://www.sidc.co.uk/faq.htm
Take a look as it has loads of info.