***SOLD*** Limited Edition Impreza 555 Type-RA ***SOLD***
 

FOR SALE

[SIZE="3"]Here is your chance to own a very rare Limited Edition Model: 1999 Subaru Impreza WRX 555 Type-RA (Version 5) WRC Limited Edition No. 0141 / 1000

This car wants for nothing, No expense spared, has a folder full of receipts & invoices in my ownership. Anyone who has seen the car also can vouch for its condition and even more so in my ownership as I have spent a lot of time, effort and money on it. Its 95% in its stock form bar the full 3’’ turbo back exhaust system. I have owned this car just short of a year & have now purchased a 25th Anniversary Golf (Diesel Version) for the long commute to work & back & can’t justify keeping both cars at the current moment so the Scooby has to go unfortunately.


Spec & History of the 555 Type RA:

1999 (S reg) Version 5
In The Desirable SONIC BLUE (Colour Code: 74F) same colour as the P1 & 22B
Current Mileage: 152,600 Kilometers so its approx. 94,800 Miles
(Only driven on weekends) so mileage will creep ever so slightly
2 Keys along with 2 Toad Cat 1 Alarm/Immob. Fobs
MOT 20/09/2017
Only 4 former keepers
Car came into the UK: 05/11/2010 (approx 5 & half years in this country)
Always ran on Shell's V-Power ONLY
*** RUST FREE EXAMPLE ***
Fully HPi Clear - any check welcome


Right where to begin with this - it is one of the rarest & desirable Subaru models you will now come across to get hold of in almost its standard form.

MY99 WRX 555 Type RA

Blue Front Bucket Seats with 555 Logo

Lightweight model only weighing approx. 1,240 Kg from factory

Colour coded door handles & mirrors – Front Foglights

Powerplant from factory at 280 BHP

Only 1000 produced – this is number 0141 / 1000

IHI VF29 Turbo

Quick Steering Rack

SureTrac Rear LSD Diff

A7 ECU – 440cc yellow injectors as standard from factory

Redline - 7500 rpm

Type-RA Models don't come with central locking, e/w, A/C or Sound deadening, No side skirts, No rear bumper skirts, No rear wash wiper, Driver A pillar Aerial

This model has the optional extra fitted from dealers with AirCon & Electric Windows

Applied Model: GC8F47D
Trim Code: 830
Option Code: 65C
Colour Code: 74F
Engine Type: EJ207DW1KE
Transmission Type: TY754VB1BA


Engine Bay:

Original Recirc. Valve - which is superb & holds the boost very well
Original Air Filter box with K&N panel filter
New battery Fitted (Feb 2016)
New Blue Silicone Hoses for the Y pipe, Recirc. Valve & Throttle Body to I/C
Stainless Steel Custom made Slam Panel (555 – RA
CUSCO Front Strut Brace
Toad Cat 1 Alarm/Immob. Fitted


Other Info:

17” Team Dynamics ProRace 1.2 Alloys - looks really lovely & has good sports tyres fitted
Excellent Front Discs with Ferodo DS2500 Pads
Brand New Rear Discs & Pads
Uprated Front SUBARU 4Pot Calipers – Thanks to S.Net Member: BustaMOVEs (Corky)
5 Speed Close Ratio Box
Odometer is running in Kilometers & also the Speedo in Kilometers


Exterior:

Underside is very clean and immaculate
Being the version 5 it has diamond pack headlights & foglights as standard
Black mudflaps – can be removed if you’re not a fan of these
Upgraded STi Rear Clusters - Very clean condition - *original rear clusters also available
Rear Windows Privacy Tinted
Rear Foglight also installed within the rear clusters for M.O.T purpose
Full De-Cat 3'' Exhaust System & uprated up-pipe - Not so loud & sounds amazing when on Boost – Again has a Sports Cell De-cat fitted for M.O.T purpose


Interior:

Blue 555 stitched Bucket Sport Seats
JVC Double DIN CD/MP3/USB Player - also comes with uprated VIBE & Pioneer Speakers
Original Subaru Impreza floor mats (Front & Rear - also mat that covers the centre hump)
Original black leather Gearknob
Oem Red Stitched MOMO Steering wheel

3 x Top Dash Gauges: Boost, Temp & Battery VOLT by LAMCO (I believe these are Japanese Upgrade)


First Registered in the UK: 05/11/2010

1) November 2010: 127,038 Kilometers

2) October 2011: 134,291 Kilometers

3) October 2012: 137,802 Kilometers

4) October 2013: 143,163 Kilometers

5) October 2014: 148,789 Kilometers

6) September 2015: 150,875 Kilometers

7) September 2016: 153,020 Kilometers (Current)


History of works carried out in my ownership:

18/02/2016 – Fitted New Battery (2 years guarantee) - £45.00

18/02/2016 – OEM Recirc. Valve £40.00

18/02/2016 – Starter Motor £60.00

18/02/2016 – Upgraded Blue Silicone Hoses for Y pipe I/C & Kit £50.00

LABOUR: £60.00 for the above^

27/02/2016 - For Peace of mind I changed the Cambelt (Dayco Kit) changed along with Auxillary & AirCon belts (Gates) & also AISIN Waterpump Kit – £225.00

27/02/2016 - Full Service carried out (Castrol Edge FST Titanium 10W 60), BluePrint oil filter, BluePrint Fuel Filter, Blue Sump Magnet, Anti-Freeze, Power Steering Pump, GearBox Oil 75w 90, Rear Diff Oil 80W 90 Millers CRX LS £190.00

LABOUR: £300.00 for the above^


24/03/2016 - SUBARU 4 Pot Calipers (FRONT) along with Discs & Pads - £250.00

24/03/2016 – BluePrint Rear discs & pads, Motul 5.1 brake fluid, s/s slam panel, rear ARB poly bushes £135.00

24/03/2016 – STi Rear Lights - £160.00

24/03/2016 – for peace of mind installed NEW OEM MAF Sensor (22794AA010) £120.00
24/03/2016 – again for peace of mind installed NEW OEM OXYGEN LAMBDA SENSOR which plumbs into the De-cat pipe after Turbo (22690AA321) £140.00

24/03/2016 - Cold air induction kit removed and replaced with OEM air box £60.00

LABOUR: £250.00 for the above^

02/08/2016 – I am booked to give the Subaru a Fresh oil & filter change – Castrol Edge FST Titanium 10W 60 & Black OEM Subaru Oil Filter £70.00

02/08/2016 – will also get fitted brand new Pioneer Parcel Shelf Speakers & get the 4 door hinges & bonnet catch greased – with a full health check :]

LABOUR: £40.00 for the above^





Good points:

An almost standard Version 5 (555) WRX Type RA Model to retain its value & in amazing condition for a 15 year old car to be (must be seen to appreciate)
Drives superbly with no knocks or bangs or smoke etc
It has a folder full of receipts & invoices in my ownership
very well cared for - interior & exterior is in good condition for age of car
No rusts at all - No rusts on rear arches neither (very very hard to come across these days)


Bad points:

Just to point out that the bodywork is in good condition but NOT in showroom concourse condition. You will get the odd marks or blemishes & car park dings which are not noticeable if you see the pictures etc but is good to point out so the potential buyers are aware when coming to view & if being very very picky, Front bonnet has some stone chips which is expected given the age, but none the less it hasn't bothered me in my ownership at all (But i will let the potential buyer decide on that when coming to view)


This model is one of the closest experiences you will ever get from Subaru factory being a road going rally car main factor being one of the lightest production model by Subaru. (1,240Kg)

This Subaru will be sadly missed & I would personally like this vehicle to be purchased by a ScoobyNet enthusiast member who will continue to appreciate this car & the model of this particular Subaru.

I would like to clearly state that i'm in no rush to sell - so please no timewasters, tyre-kickers or dreamers. Test drive will only be done by me unless you show me sufficient funds & your valid insurance that you can drive this car with my permission. No part-exchanges as I already have a car as mentioned on above Ad & a Cash Sale / Online Bank Transfer.

*More pictures can be sent upon request (forward me your email address via PM)

**I have tried my best to do a detailed advert as possible for the potential buyer BUT i may have missed something out - if i have please don't hesitate to get in touch & i will do my utmost best to respond promptly

Just for reference purpose: this model is very rare that I have only found 1 Trader (Tom Harvey) who currently has 2 of these up for sale as fresh imports – first one being at £7,995 & second one at £9,995

1 private seller on eBay at £7,250 – the item number is 331911272824

Reference of my model on the Type RA Forum – please click on the link below:

http://www.type-ra.com/subaru-imprez...pe-ra-limited/



PICTURES:

Excellent, informative advert that's clearly had a lot of effort put into it. GLWTS.

Looks a great example,excellent advert,GLWTS.

TOTB 2016
 

Dont do it gaf ;)

02/08/16 Oil Service + Underside Pics
 

Hi Corky (bustaMOVEs) - ive made my final decision & will sell up mate But all being well will be back again in the Scooby scene in the near future :luxhello:

Right - as agreed was booked today to give the Subaru a Fresh oil & filter change – Castrol Edge FST Titanium 10W 60 & Black OEM Subaru Oil Filter.

I also got the Brand New Pioneer Rear Parcel Shelf speakers installed (sounds really nice and crisp) & a full health check done with thumbs up :thumb: Ready for the new potential owner to drive away

Whilst it was in the air on the ramp - it made sense to take snaps of the underside - for the potential buyers to view

Open To Serious Offers Upon Viewings - Thanks

Please View The Pics Below:

Glwts, it's a good price and I know it will be a honest as they come add from gaf and he takes care of his cars going by chatting to him, seems a bit of a perfectionist.

*EDIT* I'm being an idiot and was wondering why it didn't come with a DCCD gearbox.
GLWS by the way :)

Because it's a wrx RA and not a sti RA.

WRX 555 Type-RA
 

Thanks Corky "BustaMOVEs" for the above clarification :thumb:

If you want to know everything in terms of Spec about this car - please click on the link below:

http://www.type-ra.com/subaru-imprez...pe-ra-limited/

*hope you have fun this weekend Corky - I believe your off to Blyton :luxhello:

Thanks

Yes I am, how do you know lol

Blyton
 

Few of my friends are attending - (Jack) from RH Motorsport :thumb:

He has a nice little pocket rocket (1.4Si sleeper) :norty:

*Right people not wanting to do this - as I'd like this to go to a forum member - whether it's on here or the type RA forum - I'd give it another week & I may have to advertise on the likes of Auto Trader & Piston Heads to see what response I get from the outer market. But as said - if any of you guys are interested in a rare Type RA model - arrange a viewing with me & if serious enough to purchase I will be more than happy to negotiate a good price :] everything is done - so it's a straight drive away

Thanks

Heyup pal. I am not too clued up on Scoobys but have owned evo's in the past so know my high performance cars. I currently own a Focus ST225 while I do like it have decided its time to get back in a 4wd performance car and having never owned a Scooby this is my decision.


I presume the type ra is permanent all wheel drive and do all type ra have DCCD and water cooler spray button?


Thanks, Lee.

yes all 4 wheel drive, But wrx as this one is , no dccd .

Now this is one very nice classic glwts pal.

Hi Lee, I have PM'd you mate - if you want to come view no probs & as said I'm open to offers upon viewing

Thanks for the clarification 'jukebox' & thanks again for your positive comment 'BobbySpecc' :D

Hi Gafar I have emailed you pal wanting to come view I live in Sheffield so not far could we meet up somewhere? Meadowhall?


Thanks, lee.

Update - MOT
 

As promised for peace of mind I would give it a Fresh MOT for the potential buyer.

I am pleased to say that my car has passed its MOT with flying colours as expected today :luxhello: with No advisories

So it has almost 13 Months M.O.T

Test Date: 24th August 2016

Expiry Date: 20th September 2017

Odometer Reading: 153,020 Kilometers which is approx. 95,000 Miles

*I had my 1st viewing today by Lee (lestatscoob) - he was very impressed with the car etc & I believe he may be a potential buyer all being well :thumb:

Hope to hear from you very soon - Thanks

Viewed but didn't buy or leave deposit? Sounds like a tyre kicker

I am not a tyre kicker pal first time I had ever driven a Subaru and was very impressed I don't like to buy things on a moments thought especially a motor :)


but watch this space this may very well be mine soon :D

I would of thought this would be gone by now, knowing gaf and his cars it would be faultless and not many honest cars about these days.
The saying is, you snooze you loose.
If you like the car and happy, I'd be back like a shot, I'm sure gaf will knock you some beer money off hehe

Seen this in the flesh. Its a beaut.

Price Reduction
 

*20/09/2016 - fitted brand new NGK Laser Platinum Spark Plugs (PFR6B)

Contact: PM or 07462 192 696 - To arrange viewings or further enquiries

Thanks

Deposit Taken
 

Deposit Taken For The Scoob Type RA :luxhello:

Monday 10th October to complete full payment all being well

Will keep you guys updated

Thanks GAF

SOLD
 

Sorted gaff.

That'd be Buckingham Palace, wouldn't it. :D

Hi guys! It is me who bought this piece. Everything is like B16GAF said and wrote. Iam happy, very ohnest car :)

makes a change for a car to be as good as its described. fair play to seller :thumb: