Is there a more iconic rally car than the Subaru Impreza WRX? Perhaps only the Mitsubishi Evolution comes close but there is no denying the fact that when you ask someone to picture a rally car, they will likely conjure up an image of a blue WRX (with gold wheels, of course) at full noise tearing through a forest stage. You can’t help but smile.
Such is its hero status, the WRX remains a highly sought after weapon of choice when it comes to the sport of rallying and this particular 2006 Spec C is a superb example of Subaru’s famed racer.
Built by rallying experts Maximum Motorsport in WA, the STI has an enviable specification list and has been maintained with no expense spared. Motorsport Australia log booked, the car would be suitable for someone wanting to compete either at a state or national level and would no doubt put the driver at the pointy end of the field given its accomplishments to-date.
The current owner has enjoyed the WRX for the past five years and has competed in a number of rounds of the WA Rally Championship as well as a handful of Targa events – a testament to the car’s versatility. Prior to acquiring the car in 2019, his workshop Japline Subaru maintained the WRX from 2014-2018 and to say that he knows the car intimately would be an understatement. It goes without saying that this really is a case of a “no expense spared” exercise… all you need to do is review the specification list to see the amount of time, money and effort that has gone into the car to-date, starting with what is essentially a brand new EJ20 engine mated to a Modena 6 speed sequential gearbox.
Full specification as follows.
Engine & Driveline:
– New EJ20 2.0L engine (only 200kms of stages on it)
– Modena 6 speed sequential gearbox
– Kelford rally cams
– Twin-scroll turbo
– 36mm restrictor
– Extractors
– Roger Clark Motorsport timing belt tensioner
– Brand new Exedy heavy duty race clutch
– Motec Engine ECU
– AIMS gear selector and engine monitor display
– Autronics computer with anti-lag & launch control (Race Torque Engineering tuned)
– Motec Centre Diff Controller (latest Race Torque programs installed)
– Harrop Engineering Flat Shift gear knob
– R180 plated rear differential (setup by Race Torque Engineering)
– 130 AMP alternator
– High volume fuel pump
– Group N surge tank on STI fuel sender
– Full BRP fuel lines and brake lines
– STI Intercooler water bottle
Steering, Suspension & Brakes:
– Spec C quick rack power steering
– MCA suspension with remote res canisters
– 2-piece front rotors
– Group N brake boost delete kit
– Group N rose jointed rear arm kit
– Twin piston hydraulic handbrake
Interior, Exterior & Safety:
– Full Carbon underbody protection & aluminium sump guard
– 3kg plumbed firebomb system
– Maximum Motorsport chrome moly national level roll cage (CAMS certified #61-00192)
– Stilo WRC intercom system
– Group N roof vent
– Driver and passenger footrests
– Velo winged seats
– Velo 6-point harnesses
– Momo Corse steering wheel
– Heated front windscreen (with LED light)
– Rallysafe wiring
– 2x USB ports
– Custom lightbar setup
Wheels & Tyres:
– Speedline rims
– Pirelli Scorpion rally tyres
– 114 PCD Hubs
– ARP wheel studs
– Boot-mounted spare wheel tie down
– Back seat-mounted spare wheel tie down
Extensive modifications have been made to the body to keep weight to a minimum, including an aluminium boot lid and composite door cards. In fact the car has been continually developed by its owner over the years and a significant amount of IP has gone into the car to ensure performance and reliability.
Put simply, if you are an aspiring rally competitor or perhaps looking to get involved in the sport, then you need to seriously consider what is on offer with this car. It simply could not be built for the reserve price and due to a lack of storage, it is now being offered for sale. Place a bid now to make it yours.
