S209 debuted at the detroit auto show flanked by a couple of cars from stis past. Although it boasts a menacing look and is packed to the brim with racederived technology, it owes its existence to the homely leone and subarus aspiration to take on big names in the ruthless world of rallying. Car and driver called it, the subaru from hell, and that sounds about right. Developed to commemorate subarus 40th anniversary, as well as its third consecutive manufacturers title in the fia world. The competitioninspired coupe, which also celebrated the companys. Subaru impreza 22b sti version laptimes, specs, performance data. And even after the cover came off of the new car, the gorgeous 22b still stole the show. Thousands of automotive pictures from all makes and models. In performance driving, it means the driver has more control over the car s weight distribution dynamics in the turns. The sti 22b isnt an s car by namebut it might as well be known as sprime, or s car ground zero. In the late 1980s, subaru created the subaru tecnica international sti division to coordinate development for the fia world rally championship and other. As subaru celebrates its 50th anniversary in the u. The wrx sti made its american debut in 2004 with a turbocharged 300horsepower engine, shortthrow 6speed manual transmission, allwheel drive, sti suspension and brembo brakes. The s209 is subarus next best sti model, but the 22b is its most iconic.
Subaru has released a new video paying tribute to its iconic sports car, a tribute we have extrapolated. In 1998, subaru of japan produced a widebody, coupe wrx sti called the 22b sti produced between march and august 1998. An hks turbo timer is mounted below the radio and the driver s apillar sports a useful boost gauge and oil temperature gauge. The subaru impreza sti, formerly wrx sti, officially changed in 2006 to sti is the highest standardedition trim in the subaru impreza compact car line, produced by japanese automaker subaru.
The r205 gets a black roof spoiler, a nice detail on this red example. Ten years after its debut, this car remains the finest impreza ever. The subaru impreza 22b sti is a very rare car designed to mark 3 wrc. In performance driving, it means the driver has more control over the cars weight distribution dynamics in the turns. Buy japan toy car model tomica tomica premium 15 subaru impreza 22b sti versionaf27.
The 341hp wrx sti s209 is the ultimate expression of subarus performance heritage, and in the past such models were never offered in north america. Right on stage with the s209 was a clear reminder of that fact. The fenders were replaced with the 22b sti fenders. This rare subaru impreza 22b prototype can be very expensive. Sti continues to explore all facets of performance and making the car feel like an extension of the driver, on road or track, subaru. The 1998 subaru impreza 22b sti coupe is probably the most sought after subaru model ever, mainly because is so rare and so impressive. This turbo subaru unleashes 300 horsepower from hell. As rare as any 22b is, there are also subarubuilt prototype cars that werent part of the initial 400 car japanese production run or the official 16unit ukbound batch, or the five australian. Subaru has offered both front and allwheel drive layouts for the impreza. I strap into the leftside passenger seat of the sti prototype used a month prior to set subarus latest lap time. Sokudo chasers time to release my latest project ive been working on, 1998 subaru impreza 22bsti series i. Subarus sti celebrates its 30th anniversary classiccars. The 16 22bsti type uk cars were svad especially for the scooby mad british market and got a revised 3.
Following the release of the first production wrx sti, sti dreamt bigger, planning a series of exotic models with even higher performance. Second, if youre not bidding, you still have some time before the 22b is legal for import into the u. Sti continues to explore all facets of performance and making the car feel like an extension of the driver, on road or track, subaru added. The brz is an rwd coupe and is hailed as a drivers car with 205 horsepower out of a 2. After winning its third rally championship in a row, sti built the limited edition 1998 impreza 22b sti. Replace version doesnt have tuning parts yet because the carcols of sultan is crypted, but im gonna work for a fix. Subaru impreza 1998 wrc 22b the best rally car subaru of all time colin.
It may as well be a roadgoing world rally car as its your best chance to feel like the legendary colin mcrae on a winding road. A holy grail subaru impreza 22b sti is up for sale. The 2,800pound 22b took just 5 seconds to hit 60 mph, a strong feat for 1998, and on the right road with the right kind of driver it is likely to be unparalleled for its era. The 22bsti was sold exclusively online, a bold move at a time when not all households had an internet connection. The 1998 subaru impreza 22b sti abbreviated as subaru 22b is an awd sport compact by subaru featured in all main series titles. Dec 15, 20 the 1998 subaru impreza 22b sti coupe is probably the most sought after subaru model ever, mainly because is so rare and so impressive. Why this sti from 1998 stole the spotlight at subarus. This guy converted a subaru race car into his streetlegal daily driver and its a riot. The 22b was used to commemorate both subarus 40th anniversary as well as the third consecutive manufacturers title for subar. The impreza 22b sti can sprint to 60 mph in just 3. Then theres the focus that you put on driving rather than encountering mode anxiety as you do in so many new cars with a cornucopia of drive.
Subarus big reveal at the 2019 detroit auto show this year was. P1 2001 after the legendary 22b, the p1 is the most soughtafter highperformance impreza derivative. I strap into the leftside passenger seat of the sti prototype used a month prior. Sti prepped subaru rally cars since 1988 including the legacy rs, the wrx sti version was just. This 22b has just 2,500 miles since new on the clock, and is in impeccable condition. It can be discovered as a barn find in forza horizon 4. From everywhere else, however, it looks real as the time it raced rally new zealand in 1998. The rear wing on the 22b is adjustable and the sti 6s isnt original 22bs didnt come with a rally styled roof vent as standard, which the vlimited sti 6 did from the factory. Considering the cars short gearing70 mph in fifth gear is good for 4000 rpmwe thought the 22b would charge right up to the lofty 7900rpm redline in. Built to satisfy new world rally championship rules, the 1999 subaru sti 22b is the greatest impreza road car ever.
Jan 15, 2019 the 341hp wrx sti s209 is the ultimate expression of subarus performance heritage, and in the past such models were never offered in north america. Japan toy car model tomica tomica premium 15 subaru impreza 22bsti version af27 age. Minus a few stickers, those pumped guards, smoothedoff sidemirrors, and tarmacspec wheels hint this is the 22bs genetic forefather. Junya previously owned a 22b sti road car but when he saw this car for sale. Like the 22b, it also has a twodoor bodyshell, but it uses a 2. Credits model forzatires hndsyrn brake calipers erfet main pic by filipjdm. Although none of the righthand drive cars were officially sold in the u. Subaru impreza 22b sti forza motorsport wiki fandom. The 22b sti is a limited production car based on the first generation subaru impreza wrx. The subaru 22b sti duly arrived and at first sight looked pretty much like the stock blue sti wrx id driven in the late90s. The limitededition subaru impreza 22bsti is remembered as one of the most iconic japanese sports cars of the 1990s. Jul 23, 2015 the 16 22b sti type uk cars were svad especially for the scooby mad british market and got a revised 3. Impreza sti 22b davide cironi drive experience eng.
It was based on the existing twodoor sti version iv type r, a car which retailed on the japanese market for. Faster and lighter than a new sti then, with its wrc carinspired blistered guards adding 3. The wrx is one of the most funtodrive cars in the class, but competitors have. The subaru impreza is a compact car that has been manufactured since 1992 by subaru. The first realization of this vision was the impreza 22b sti, built in commemoration subarus victory in three consecutive manufacturers titles in the 1995, 1996 and 1997 wrc rally seasons. A 2004 subaru sti steering rack showed up, its time to install this into my old school 80s subaru engine cross member so here is the issue, the lines need to. All 400 examples of the 22b sti sold out within a few days, helping to establish sti as a performance brand. This rare subaru impreza 22b prototype can be very.
Drive the iconic rally car the subaru impreza wrx sti on a driving experience at the special tarmac circuit in hertfordshire. Auction estimates peg this piece of jdm history will see the hammer fall. Driving the special subaru impreza 22b sti on ignition motortrend. Faster and lighter than a new sti then, with its wrc car inspired blistered guards adding 3. The subaru impreza 22b was an insane monster that could never. The 22b was used to commemorate both subarus 40th anniversary as well as the third consecutive manufacturers title for subaru in the fia world rally championship. The 400 examples offered in japan were spoken for in the blink of an eye in spite of a base price that was colossally higher than that of a regular sti, making the car an instant classic in its home country and a rare forbidden. May 27, 2017 this car replaces subaru impreza wrx sti. First, this may be the first subaru road car that we know of, at least that may eclipse six figures when it comes to auction on may 20.
If you want a brandnew wrx sti, you can just strut into your local. Evolving from subarus wrc and road car programs, and. Take the bulging twodoor body for a start with its accentuated and handformed alloy fat wheel arch flares and a bolder looking rear spoiler with an adjustable top wing. Many americans became enamored with the 22b sti by driving the virtual. If you can find one, the 22b sti would be worth about one gtr. It might not be the most powerful nor the most technologically packed performance car out there right now, but this latest sti special satisfies the driver on so many levels. Built to commemorate subarus three consecutive world rally constructors championships in 1995. Credits model forzatires hndsyrn brake calipers erfet main pic by filipjdm other pics by erfet huge thanks.
It wasnt until 2004, though, that sti started exporting cars to the u. A look back at 30 years of the subaru sti brand motortrend. Junya previously owned a 22b sti road car but when he saw this car for salealbeit just the body and some extra partson a european website, he just had to have it. Subaru impreza 22b sti version laptimes, specs, performance. Nurburgring lap with tommi makinen in the 2011 subaru impreza. There may be minor changes to current model you are looking at.
Standard allwheel drive, fantastic safety ratings, and a comprehensive suite of infotainment features make the 2019 subaru impreza sedan and hatchback a compelling choice in the compact car. Subaru is the automotive division of fuji heavy industries ltd. Female ended heavy duty sti front drive shafts excellent con. An hks turbo timer is mounted below the radio and the drivers apillar sports a useful boost gauge and oil temperature gauge. Jun 21, 2016 sokudo chasers time to release my latest project ive been working on, 1998 subaru impreza 22b sti series i. The subaru wrx is a highperformance sedan based on. Turbocharged, allwheel drive, and equipped with that distinctive. Feb 24, 2017 in 1998, subaru celebrated the 40th anniversary of its first production models launch by introducing the impreza 22b sti. The impreza 22b sti version was a road model recreating the look and feel of the impreza world rally car 97, which had won the world rally car category for three consecutive years in the world rally championship. The subaru impreza 22b was an insane monster that could. Subaru driving experiences rally driving track days.
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