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chris300zr · 06-18-2013, 12:47 AM

Year: 1998
Make: Subaru
Model: Impreza 2.5RSTi
Mileage: 133,000 on cluster
Price: $15,000 OBO
Contact: PM or for faster reply email starion88 at gmail com

Testing waters - I have a 1998 Subaru Impreza 2.5RS 2Dr w/ COMPLETE 2004 STi Swap and PPG gearbox.
Bought this car two months ago with the intention of completely finishing it and selling it. I knocked out a good majority of things that the car needed to be complete, but the bodywork and paint I wasn't able to get to. I'm trying to consolidate the number of cars I have since I rarely get to drive any of them with my new job.

From previous sellers ad:
Hey guys. I'm selling my 98 Coupe RSTi. For those of you who know Skully and his old monster, this is the same car. The old motor blew with the crazy set up so I did a full swap into this car, including full wiring harness and 04 STi dash, minus the transmission (kept the PPG gearset in there). The motor and wiring harness was purchased as a complete stock set up all from one 04 STi (engine, turbo, up pipe, injectors, etc). Compression test was done prior to buying the engine.

1998 2.5 RS Coupe (originally RBP in color, was spray painted red by previous owner, is currently plastidip'd matte black by me)
Car is completely rust free! And I'm in central Florida, so we don't get any salty air here.

Engine:
04 STI EJ257 Engine with 127xxx miles on it (it is my Daily Driver, so miles are slowly accumulating)
04 STi Stock VF39 Turbo
04 STi Stock Top Mount Intercooler
04 STi Stock Injectors
04 STi Stock ECU
NGK Iridium Spark Plugs 0.030" Gap (NEW)
Walbro 255 LPH Fuel Pump
Samco red intercooler piping
CNT 3" Bellmouth Downpipe Catless Exhaust
Apexi GT Full 3" Catback Exhaust
Perrin Short Ram Intake (Red)
Gimmick Motorsports Red Turbo Inlet
Gimmick Motorsports Turbo Blanket

Drivetrain:
99 Legacy GT Bell Housing
PPG 1-4 Straight Cut Syncro Gearset (built by Andrewtech)
PPG Billet Output Gears
WRX 5th Gear
Modified 06 WRX clutch fork (stronger than stock)
TSK3 kit from FredBeans
Stock Center Differential
OBX Front Differential
Quaife Rear Limited Slip Differential
ACT Street Full disc Clutch/PP
ACT Streetlite Flywheel
GC8 STI factory short shifter

Suspension & Brakes:
BC Racing Coilovers
JDM STI 4-Pot Front Brakes
Stainless Steel Braided Brake Lines

Interior:
04 STi Dash w/ STi Cluster
04 STi Steering Wheel
04 STi Handbrake
04 STi HVAC minus A/C, but do have the STi A/C compressor if wanted (will need condensor and lines to work)
Pioneer Head unit and Pioneer Rear Speakers
02 Black WRX Front and Rear seats
02 WRX Floor Mats
04 STi Center Console Extension
LED Dome Light
Only things missing from interior are the headliner and rear decklid, the rest is in the car.
COBB Shiftknob
AEM Wideband A/F Ratio Gauge

Exterior:
22B Replica Adjustable Rear Spoiler
JDM STi Tail Lights (were installed brand new in box from factory)
Sportmax 050 17x9 Wheels (+38 Offset) - Chrome is peeling in a few places
Dunlop DZ101 Direzza tires 245/40/17- 85% tread life
GC8 Clear Lens Headlights, Blacked out interior/Orange or Black Corners(Will include both)
DDM Tuning 5000K HID Headlight Bulbs
Front Lip (Unknown Brand)
JDM WRX STI trunk Decal
Hella Supertone Horns
JDM GC8 Hood Prop Struts
Bosch “Aero” Wipers

Miscellaneous:
JDM STi Key
04 Keyless Buzzer (Keyless Entry Beep Sound)
04 STi Gas Tank

I may be forgetting some things, but I will update if I remember anything else. Car has a couple dings. Driver's rear quarter panel is dented, but I was planning on either going wide body or fender flares so I never bothered to fix it. Also the A-pillar is dented. Previous owner rubbed a guard rail on the drivers side at a slow speed. The drivers side door and front fender were fully replaced.

I love this car to death. I did the entire wiring swap myself and made sure it was perfect. The harness is a full 04 STi harness except at the doors, lights, and sunroof where it was merged. I kept all available connections just in case I ever wanted to go to a six-speed for some reason (ie. rear differential temp. sensor, DCCD wires, etc.) The car has been tuned by Eric at TorquedPerformance. Not sure on the exact HP and TQ numbers but its logged at 18.5 psi and is very quick.

The bad:
The dents. Also I had the clutch and a new throwout bearing installed by TampaBay Tuned. The throwout bearing makes some noise, but clutch and everything holds just fine. Also car is a little loud with the transmission and rear differential. But hey if you want racecar sounds then here ya go.

I really do love this car. The PPG in itself is awesome to hear everyday and know that you have it. Turns a lot of heads haha! I've spent a lot of time getting the car where I want it to be, but it's time to let her go. Between school and work I really just don't have the time to put into the RS that I'd like to. I would really like to get her a paint job, install a wide body, and take her to the track, but it's just not the right time for me.

So far I have fixed all the minor issues on the car - that means EVERYTHING works:
-A/C (Ice-cold)
-Heat (Hot as hell)
-Cruise control
-PW/PL
-all electrical from previous owner is perfect.

So far I have done the following on the car:

-Reinstalled A/C w/ fresh lines, condenser, and seals from Subaru. The A/C now fully works and uses the STi HVAC auto-climate function. It’s Ice-cold!
-Complete fluid change:
1)Engine Oil: Shell Rotella T6 Full Synthetic – 5W40
2)Transmission: Andrewtech PPG “Cocktail” – 2 parts redline and 1 part motul synthetic
3)Rear Differential: Redline LSD shockproof gear-oil
4)Coolant: OEM Subaru 2008+ STi Blue
5)Brake fluid: ATE Superblue Racing Fluid Synthetic
-New Perrin Air Filter
-New NGK plugs (gapped to .025)
-JDM Ver. 5 Sti Forged Aluminum Lower Control Arms
-Whiteline LCA Front Bushing and rear ALK
-GTSpec Roll Center Adjustment and bumpsteer kit (New lower balljoints and outer tierods)
-Kartboy Rear-diff outrigger subframe collars/bushings
-Whiteline Rear diff-mount bushings
-Genuine STi CF front strut bar
-Whiteline rear Strut bar
-STi Pink Lateral links
-JIC Magic Adjustable Rear Trailing Arms
-ATI 3-Pod Clock Gauge Housing
-ProSport 60MM Amber/White Boost, Water-temp, and Oil-press gauges
-245/40-17 Dunlop DZ101 (Less than 1500miles)

All install work was done by Brad @ EngineLogics in Houston and I have all receipts. I will try and get the compression and leakdown numbers as well, since this was done at the time of install.

Also have a carfax if anyone wants it.

Clean title in hand.

Price:
Based on what I have into this car, and the very minor bodywork and paint it would need to be an excellent show, track, daily vehicle for someone I am starting the price out at 15K
Price is OBO. NO TRADES.

chris300zr · 06-18-2013, 12:48 AM

LINKS:
http://www.ppgearbox.com.au/page.asp...4&parent3id=26 - link to PPG transmission site
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=2251777 - similar car to give you an idea of what they go for pending condition.

Bump for Colin McRae 555 post!

chris300zr · 06-19-2013, 01:22 AM

1st bump of the day.

Driven08 · 06-20-2013, 06:36 PM

Nice GC8! Someone buy up

chris300zr · 06-21-2013, 12:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Driven08

Nice GC8! Someone buy up

Thanks Bud!

Price drop!

EthanR · 06-21-2013, 09:35 AM

This thing is rad as shit, free bump for you!

chris300zr · 06-22-2013, 12:56 AM

Pictures I took right before I left for china - 6/10/13

....and here is a quick walkaround video:
View My Video

Ambers are on car currently but still have smoked corners.

chris300zr · 06-27-2013, 04:36 AM

1st bump

Make offers!

sil80owner · 06-27-2013, 11:09 AM

I want that lip GL

NickIsAZero · 06-27-2013, 12:15 PM

Nice car, I've been looking for a RS for quite sometime now. Are you interested in this at all? PM me if you'd like to work something out.

http://zilvia.net/f/cars-sale/489989...2871-more.html

chris300zr · 06-27-2013, 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NickIsAZero

Nice car, I've been looking for a RS for quite sometime now. Are you interested in this at all? PM me if you'd like to work something out.

http://zilvia.net/f/cars-sale/489989...2871-more.html

PM'd you back.

Dany · 06-27-2013, 11:23 PM

bump for a nice ride!

chris300zr · 07-01-2013, 08:20 PM

price drop.

chris300zr · 07-08-2013, 03:01 AM

make offers, no trades atm. Price is nego.

chris300zr · 07-30-2013, 08:33 PM

bump

msglngth.

Og Bobby Johnson · 07-31-2013, 05:47 AM

wow this car is legit free bump

NickIsAZero · 08-08-2013, 10:26 AM

Still not interested in trades?
http://zilvia.net/f/cars-sale/489989...2871-more.html

chris300zr · 09-04-2013, 10:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Og Bobby Johnson

wow this car is legit free bump

Thanks man - that means alot coming from the guy with clean cars for sale haha.

Quote:

Originally Posted by NickIsAZero

Still not interested in trades?
http://zilvia.net/f/cars-sale/489989...2871-more.html

I would be, because the car is pretty damn clean, but I already have a built S14. Thanks tho.

Car is getting bodywork/overfenders/paint this week. Will create a new thread/update this one with pics when I get it back.

06-18-2013, 12:47 AM	#1
chris300zr Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: no dimples. Posts: 573 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	TW: 1998 RSTi 2Dr w/ Built Trans - $15,500 Year: 1998 Make: Subaru Model: Impreza 2.5RSTi Mileage: 133,000 on cluster Price: $15,000 OBO Contact: PM or for faster reply email starion88 at gmail com Testing waters - I have a 1998 Subaru Impreza 2.5RS 2Dr w/ COMPLETE 2004 STi Swap and PPG gearbox. Bought this car two months ago with the intention of completely finishing it and selling it. I knocked out a good majority of things that the car needed to be complete, but the bodywork and paint I wasn't able to get to. I'm trying to consolidate the number of cars I have since I rarely get to drive any of them with my new job. From previous sellers ad: Hey guys. I'm selling my 98 Coupe RSTi. For those of you who know Skully and his old monster, this is the same car. The old motor blew with the crazy set up so I did a full swap into this car, including full wiring harness and 04 STi dash, minus the transmission (kept the PPG gearset in there). The motor and wiring harness was purchased as a complete stock set up all from one 04 STi (engine, turbo, up pipe, injectors, etc). Compression test was done prior to buying the engine. 1998 2.5 RS Coupe (originally RBP in color, was spray painted red by previous owner, is currently plastidip'd matte black by me) Car is completely rust free! And I'm in central Florida, so we don't get any salty air here. Engine: 04 STI EJ257 Engine with 127xxx miles on it (it is my Daily Driver, so miles are slowly accumulating) 04 STi Stock VF39 Turbo 04 STi Stock Top Mount Intercooler 04 STi Stock Injectors 04 STi Stock ECU NGK Iridium Spark Plugs 0.030" Gap (NEW) Walbro 255 LPH Fuel Pump Samco red intercooler piping CNT 3" Bellmouth Downpipe Catless Exhaust Apexi GT Full 3" Catback Exhaust Perrin Short Ram Intake (Red) Gimmick Motorsports Red Turbo Inlet Gimmick Motorsports Turbo Blanket Drivetrain: 99 Legacy GT Bell Housing PPG 1-4 Straight Cut Syncro Gearset (built by Andrewtech) PPG Billet Output Gears WRX 5th Gear Modified 06 WRX clutch fork (stronger than stock) TSK3 kit from FredBeans Stock Center Differential OBX Front Differential Quaife Rear Limited Slip Differential ACT Street Full disc Clutch/PP ACT Streetlite Flywheel GC8 STI factory short shifter Suspension & Brakes: BC Racing Coilovers JDM STI 4-Pot Front Brakes Stainless Steel Braided Brake Lines Interior: 04 STi Dash w/ STi Cluster 04 STi Steering Wheel 04 STi Handbrake 04 STi HVAC minus A/C, but do have the STi A/C compressor if wanted (will need condensor and lines to work) Pioneer Head unit and Pioneer Rear Speakers 02 Black WRX Front and Rear seats 02 WRX Floor Mats 04 STi Center Console Extension LED Dome Light Only things missing from interior are the headliner and rear decklid, the rest is in the car. COBB Shiftknob AEM Wideband A/F Ratio Gauge Exterior: 22B Replica Adjustable Rear Spoiler JDM STi Tail Lights (were installed brand new in box from factory) Sportmax 050 17x9 Wheels (+38 Offset) - Chrome is peeling in a few places Dunlop DZ101 Direzza tires 245/40/17- 85% tread life GC8 Clear Lens Headlights, Blacked out interior/Orange or Black Corners(Will include both) DDM Tuning 5000K HID Headlight Bulbs Front Lip (Unknown Brand) JDM WRX STI trunk Decal Hella Supertone Horns JDM GC8 Hood Prop Struts Bosch “Aero” Wipers Miscellaneous: JDM STi Key 04 Keyless Buzzer (Keyless Entry Beep Sound) 04 STi Gas Tank I may be forgetting some things, but I will update if I remember anything else. Car has a couple dings. Driver's rear quarter panel is dented, but I was planning on either going wide body or fender flares so I never bothered to fix it. Also the A-pillar is dented. Previous owner rubbed a guard rail on the drivers side at a slow speed. The drivers side door and front fender were fully replaced. I love this car to death. I did the entire wiring swap myself and made sure it was perfect. The harness is a full 04 STi harness except at the doors, lights, and sunroof where it was merged. I kept all available connections just in case I ever wanted to go to a six-speed for some reason (ie. rear differential temp. sensor, DCCD wires, etc.) The car has been tuned by Eric at TorquedPerformance. Not sure on the exact HP and TQ numbers but its logged at 18.5 psi and is very quick. The bad: The dents. Also I had the clutch and a new throwout bearing installed by TampaBay Tuned. The throwout bearing makes some noise, but clutch and everything holds just fine. Also car is a little loud with the transmission and rear differential. But hey if you want racecar sounds then here ya go. I really do love this car. The PPG in itself is awesome to hear everyday and know that you have it. Turns a lot of heads haha! I've spent a lot of time getting the car where I want it to be, but it's time to let her go. Between school and work I really just don't have the time to put into the RS that I'd like to. I would really like to get her a paint job, install a wide body, and take her to the track, but it's just not the right time for me. So far I have fixed all the minor issues on the car - that means EVERYTHING works: -A/C (Ice-cold) -Heat (Hot as hell) -Cruise control -PW/PL -all electrical from previous owner is perfect. So far I have done the following on the car: -Reinstalled A/C w/ fresh lines, condenser, and seals from Subaru. The A/C now fully works and uses the STi HVAC auto-climate function. It’s Ice-cold! -Complete fluid change: 1)Engine Oil: Shell Rotella T6 Full Synthetic – 5W40 2)Transmission: Andrewtech PPG “Cocktail” – 2 parts redline and 1 part motul synthetic 3)Rear Differential: Redline LSD shockproof gear-oil 4)Coolant: OEM Subaru 2008+ STi Blue 5)Brake fluid: ATE Superblue Racing Fluid Synthetic -New Perrin Air Filter -New NGK plugs (gapped to .025) -JDM Ver. 5 Sti Forged Aluminum Lower Control Arms -Whiteline LCA Front Bushing and rear ALK -GTSpec Roll Center Adjustment and bumpsteer kit (New lower balljoints and outer tierods) -Kartboy Rear-diff outrigger subframe collars/bushings -Whiteline Rear diff-mount bushings -Genuine STi CF front strut bar -Whiteline rear Strut bar -STi Pink Lateral links -JIC Magic Adjustable Rear Trailing Arms -ATI 3-Pod Clock Gauge Housing -ProSport 60MM Amber/White Boost, Water-temp, and Oil-press gauges -245/40-17 Dunlop DZ101 (Less than 1500miles) All install work was done by Brad @ EngineLogics in Houston and I have all receipts. I will try and get the compression and leakdown numbers as well, since this was done at the time of install. Also have a carfax if anyone wants it. Clean title in hand. Price: Based on what I have into this car, and the very minor bodywork and paint it would need to be an excellent show, track, daily vehicle for someone I am starting the price out at 15K Price is OBO. NO TRADES. Last edited by chris300zr; 07-01-2013 at 08:20 PM.. Reason: Lowered Price

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06-18-2013, 12:48 AM	#2
chris300zr Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: no dimples. Posts: 573 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	LINKS: http://www.ppgearbox.com.au/page.asp...4&parent3id=26 - link to PPG transmission site http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=2251777 - similar car to give you an idea of what they go for pending condition. Bump for Colin McRae 555 post!

06-19-2013, 01:22 AM	#3
chris300zr Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: no dimples. Posts: 573 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	1st bump of the day.

06-20-2013, 06:36 PM	#4
Driven08 Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Riverside, SoCal Posts: 4,810 Trader Rating: (354) Feedback Score: 354 reviews	Nice GC8! Someone buy up

06-21-2013, 09:35 AM	#6
EthanR Zilvia Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Texas Age: 33 Posts: 215 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	This thing is rad as shit, free bump for you!

06-22-2013, 12:56 AM	#7
chris300zr Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: no dimples. Posts: 573 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Pictures I took right before I left for china - 6/10/13 ....and here is a quick walkaround video: View My Video Ambers are on car currently but still have smoked corners.

06-27-2013, 04:36 AM	#8
chris300zr Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: no dimples. Posts: 573 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	1st bump Make offers!

06-27-2013, 11:09 AM	#9
sil80owner Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Ca Age: 33 Posts: 453 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I want that lip GL

06-27-2013, 12:15 PM	#10
NickIsAZero Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 1,184 Trader Rating: (41) Feedback Score: 41 reviews	Nice car, I've been looking for a RS for quite sometime now. Are you interested in this at all? PM me if you'd like to work something out. http://zilvia.net/f/cars-sale/489989...2871-more.html

06-27-2013, 11:23 PM	#12
Dany Zilvia Addict Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 892 Trader Rating: (16) Feedback Score: 16 reviews	bump for a nice ride!

07-01-2013, 08:20 PM	#13
chris300zr Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: no dimples. Posts: 573 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	price drop.

07-08-2013, 03:01 AM	#14
chris300zr Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: no dimples. Posts: 573 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	make offers, no trades atm. Price is nego.

07-30-2013, 08:33 PM	#15
chris300zr Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: no dimples. Posts: 573 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	bump msglngth.

07-31-2013, 05:47 AM	#16
Og Bobby Johnson Banned from the Marketplace Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: WA CA Age: 42 Posts: 1,093 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	wow this car is legit free bump

08-08-2013, 10:26 AM	#17
NickIsAZero Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 1,184 Trader Rating: (41) Feedback Score: 41 reviews	Still not interested in trades? http://zilvia.net/f/cars-sale/489989...2871-more.html