Description
JDM Subaru Impreza WRX STI spec C V-Limited Team (Toshi) Arai
Hi and welcome to the sale of my very rare 2006 (06) JDM Subaru Impreza WRX STI spec C V-Limited Team (Toshi) Arai Edition. Official Subaru build & Press Release numbers are 350 but there was only 190 cars built in a production run in the first two weeks of December 2005. This car is number 115/ 350 (190). Full detailed description pack available which details the research I have conducted to establish all build information.
Please respect the advert and the info within. I have included as much detail as possible but please contact me if you require any further info. You will not find a better, cleaner model of this very rare spec C V-Limited Team Arai anywhere. I have invested a lot of time, money (over £30K+) and pride over the last 12 months to get the car to this very high standard and would respect serious enquiries only please.
Thanks,
Phil
General Info
JDM Subaru Impreza WRX STI spec C V-Limited Team (Toshi) Arai Edition
2. 0L Twin Scroll
6 Speed
DCCD
No. 115/ 350 (190)
Colour - O2C (World Rally Mica Blue)
2006 (06). Private plate on at present which is available at additional cost (£750).
Private Plate - Y999 WRC
OEM Plate - MV06 DZP
Build Date in Japan - 09/ 12/ 05
First registered in Japan on 31/ 12/ 06.
First registered in the UK on 13/ 04/ 07 (Private Import)
4 previous Keepers (1 Japanese Keeper).
V5 Document in my name.
Current Mileage - 66, 814 (will rise slightly with weekend dry day use only)
Cobra 7928 CAT 1 Alarm & Immobiliser
1 Key Fob
1 x key and spare (unused)
Tax - £800 per year (robbery)
MOT Expiry - 29/ 09/ 27
Absolutely superb MOT history with 1 failed test in 2025 due to headlight aim. Dealer owned car in 2022 & 2023 hence no MOT history.
HPI Clear with 2 x Reports.
CarVX Report (Japanese HPI)
Outstanding and fully comprehensive Service History.
History and any repair info with a huge A4 folder full of all receipts for all work including any aftermarket parts, services, repairs etc.
Original Booklets and also a full selection of printed information regarding the origins of the car, what it was built for and build info.
Zero leaks of any kind from the engine and zero internal leaks. No unwanted knocks or running issues whatsoever.
The car is in almost better than new condition and has all of the Spec C features with the addition of a Comfort Pack which is specifically available on the GD V-Limited range only (air con, electric windows, electric mirrors) which are all in full working order. The car also benefits from the below minor mods that only enhance the already great spec C drivability. Always garaged and covered when not in use.
Always ran on Shell V-Power petrol in my ownership (receipts available).
Weekend dry day use only and never driven in wet conditions or over the Winter months in my ownership or since the full restoration. Mileage will rise slightly with weekend dry day use only.
I have owned the car since 27/ 09/ 25 (purchased with 66, 072 miles). Car has covered 752 miles in my ownership.
Last drive for 2025 was on the 08/ 11/ 25 and SORN (66, 523 miles) on 13/ 11/ 25. Car is not used over the Winter months.
Car was taken away on 30/ 01/ 26 with 66, 523 miles for a full but and bolt underside restoration at Rust Doctor UK, Darlington and was returned on 04/ 08/ 26.
Car was taxed on 01/ 09/ 26 with 66, 523 miles. First drive of 2026 was on the 04/ 09/ 25 (shakedown after restoration) with 66, 525 miles and collected on 05/ 09/ 26. Last drive of 2026 was on 17/ 10/ 26 (66, 947miles) and the car was SORN on 25/ 10/ 26. .
Service History
12/ 04/ 07 - 2, 250 miles
10/ 08/ 08 - 7, 270 miles
13/ 05/ 09 - 13, 688 miles
26/ 03/ 10 - 18, 701 miles (belts)
31/ 03/ 11 - 24, 545 miles
17/ 03/ 12 - 30, 379 miles
15/ 03/ 13 - 33, 499 miles
29/ 03/ 14 - 34, 925 miles
28/ 03/ 15 - 35, 924 miles (belts)
19/ 03/ 16 - 42, 355 miles
11/ 03/ 17 - 49, 806 miles
24/ 03/ 18 - 59, 288 miles
07/ 02/ 21 - 60, 353 miles (belts)
04/ 11/ 21 - 63, 921 miles
2022/ 23- Dealer owned at Rev It Up UK, Denbigh
2024 - Self serviced by owner - Matt Straughan
2025 - Dealer owned at Elite Autos, Northern Ireland
22/ 09/ 25 - 66, 072 miles (major & belts with pics of process)
12/ 08/ 26 - 66, 523 miles (diff & gear box oil, brand new driveshaft seals & brake fluid)
09/ 09/ 26 - 66, 609 miles (NSF driveshaft seal due to small leak from the rebuild)
18/ 09/ 26 - 66, 699 miles (major)
MOT History
25/ 03/ 10 - 18, 700 miles - Pass
31/ 03/ 11 - 24, 553 miles - Pass
17/ 03/ 12 - 30, 382 miles - Pass
16/ 03/ 13 - 33, 525 miles - Pass
29/ 03/ 14 - 34, 932 miles - Pass (2 x advisories)
28/ 03/ 15 - 35, 931 miles - Pass
19/ 03/ 16 - 42, 366 miles - Pass
11/ 03/ 17 - 48, 815 miles - Pass
24/ 03/ 18 - 59, 240 miles - Pass
06/ 05/ 20 - 62, 036 miles - Pass
02/ 09/ 21 - 62, 606 miles - Pass
2022 & 2023 - Dealer owned
04/ 03/ 24 - 64, 541 miles - Pass
30/ 09/ 25 - 66, 072 miles - Fail (headlight aim). Passed after adjustment
16/ 09/ 26 - 66, 697 miles - Pass
Engine & Gear Box
2. 0L Twin Scroll
6 Speed Close Ratio
DCCD
Oil Cooler
Intercooler Waterspray System
RCM Panel Filter (18/ 09/ 26)
NGK PFR7B Spark Plugs (18/ 09/ 26)
HEL Braided Clutch Hose (pink)
Hydra Nemesis ECU and mapped by Richard Bulmer at Tracktive Solutions (highly reputable tuner) in the 2007. Running approx. 360bhp and 360lbs ft.
Very healthy and well maintained engine with zero leaks or issues. Gear changes are all working as they should with no crunches or issues. Very smooth through the rev range.
Fuelling
RCM 340L Fuel Pump
RCM Fuel Pump Gasket
Genuine Subaru Fuel Filter
(Fitted on 18/ 09/ 26 at 66, 699 miles)
Exhaust
RCM 3” Team Ice Decat Downpipe
RCM 3” Team Ice Centre Section
RCM 3” Team Ice Backbox
RCM Gasket, Stud & Bolt Kit
Very loud and sounds savage throughout the rev range.
(Fitted on 12/ 08/ 26 at 66, 523 miles)
Suspension & Steering
Revised and fully refurbished OEM STI (RAL 4010 pink) Suspension that was specifically designed and tested by Toshi Arai. 15mm lower than the std STI suspension and only available on the V-Limited Blobeye & Hawkeye model range.
STI Front Strut Brace
Spec C Rear Strut Brace
STI Quickrack Steering
4-Way Pro-Align Hunter Wheel Alignment (camber, castor & toe) set up for fast road use on 26/ 09/ 26 at 66, 790 miles.
Brakes
OEM fully rebuilt, refurbished, new seals, painted & functionality tested by Brake Caliper Specialists (BCS) on 11/ 06/ 26.
Brembo Front & Rear Brake Calipers
Godspeed Front Discs with Kevlar Pads
Godspeed Rear Discs with Kevlar Pads
Front HEL Braided Brake Lines (pink)
Rear HEL Braided Brake Lines (pink)
(Fitted on 12/ 08/ 26 at 66, 523 miles)
Wheels & Tyres
Car will come with an original as new set of 5x114. 3 STI RA-R 18”x8. 5”, ET53 in White (very rare and a hefty price tag at £3K).
STI Centre Caps
As new 225/ 40/ 18 Yokohama AD08RS Tyres (2025) with black OEM STI Valves & Caps.
Tuner Wheel Nuts (blue)
Fitted on 04/ 09/ 26 at 66, 523 miles.
Original Enkie 17” wheels (would benefit from a refurb) with 225/ 45/ 17 Yokohama AD08 tyres (2013) also included.
Optional - Speedline 2120 (Turini) 18”x8” ET45 in Gold with 225/ 45/ 18 Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Tyres (2025) with STI Dust Caps (blue). £1, 475.
Optional wheels & tyres packages available at extra cost.
Interior
Limited Edition STI spec C Seats and Carpet in blue (specific to the Arai spec C only)
Toshi Arai Signed Gear Knob (very rare)
Original Safety Flare (very, very rare)
Alcantara OEM STI Steering Wheel
STI Genome Boost Gauge
STI Genome Oil Temperature Gauge
STI Genome Oil Pressure Gauge
STI Genome Link Controller
ATI Gauge Pod
Custom Made Team Arai Mat Set
Custom Made Team Arai Rear Boot Mat
Custom Made V-Limited Numbered Plaque - 115/ 350
12L Intercooler Water Spray Tank in boot
Fire Extinguisher in boot
Note:- Gauges included in the sale and still to fit.
Exterior
Limited Edition Team Arai Aluminium Boot Plate
Limited Edition Team Arai Spoiler Decals
Limited Edition Team Arai Door Decals
White STI Front Bumper Decals
Spec C Roof Vent
Genuine Subaru Wind Visors
Rally Mudflaps
Custom made NMG Car Cover
The car has undergone an extensive deep contamination clean, preparation and detailed using 5 year IGL ceramic coatings which were applied over a 5 day process from 24th to 28th August 2026. All detailing work carried out by the well renowned Paul Naisbitt at - details above
Lights
Std lights all around.
JDM rear lights (matt grey) are different to the UK spec (chrome).
Underside
The underside of the car is in better than new, outstanding condition with zero rust on any of the components. Car was under sealed on arrival to the UK in 2007 and served its purpose extremely well and protected all parts throughout the car’s time in the UK. Additional to the original under seal, the car has undergone a full dry ice, full nut and bolt strip down and laser clean to bare metal, raptor marine grade primer, respray (OEM - O2C), powder coating of all parts and zinc plating of all OEM nuts, bolts and brackets along with a full restoration and new clear under seal using IGL products at - details above in Darlington from 30/ 01/ 26 to 05/ 09/ 26 with 66, 523 miles and at a cost of £26K. Fully documented restoration pack and all photos included with the sale.
Cold Start and Running
Cold start is loud due to the full decat RCM exhaust system and then idles out to a nice smooth note. No smoke or unwanted knocks etc. at all on start up or when the car is running.
Additional Parts Available at Extra Cost
Also available in the sale at extra cost are the private plate and a fantastic set of aftermarket wheels.
Private Plate - Y999 WRC - £750
Speedline Turini Wheels with Goodyear F1 Tyres (2025) - £1, 475.
Reason for Sale
Only selling as I am looking to move home.
Photos
I have a good selection of photos which show the car from all angles and demonstrate the outstanding condition. Also a full memory stick of all work carried out in my ownership.
Areas for Improvement
As stated the car is in fantastic condition both inside, outside and underneath. The only areas I see that require improvement are a few very minor stone chips on the front bumper and bonnet. I have not progressed with this as the car is all original paint.
Price
Based on the spec, condition, service history, mileage, restoration work and parts etc. I am looking for £54, 995 firm please. Wheels and tyre package selection available for the right deal which will reflect in the price. I guarantee you will not find a better example of this very, very rare spec C V-Limited Team Arai anywhere!!
Test Drive, Contact Info & Location
Test drives will be by me only unless you can provide a £1, 000 deposit, proof of a full clean license & fully comprehensive insurance and take full responsibility of any damage. Car will only be available to view on dry days.
Please contact me via PM if you have any further questions.
Car is located in Durham, North East.
Thank you and cheers,
Phil
