Highlights
- Number 127 of 400 originally produced
- Rare WR Sport Prodrive specification
- One of approximately 90 believed to remain
- Supplied with extensive paperwork, including WR Sport Prodrive certificate
- Fitted with genuine P1 rear spoiler
The Appeal
The Subaru Impreza RB5 stands as one of the most celebrated homologation specials of the late 1990s, created to commemorate Richard Burns' success in the World Rally Championship. Tuned by Prodrive and limited to just 400 examples, the RB5 WR Sport represented the pinnacle of Subaru's turbocharged rally-bred performance for the UK market, combining the iconic 2.0-litre turbocharged Boxer engine with a host of performance upgrades and distinctive styling cues.
Our car, number 127 of the 400 produced, is believed to be one of only 90 remaining, making it an increasingly rare sight on British roads.
The current owner has maintained the car with regular servicing and oil changes, and has recently fitted a new cam belt and pulleys, addressing one of the key maintenance items for these engines. The car has been sensibly returned to standard specification, save for a three-inch stainless steel catback exhaust system, and benefits from a genuine P1 rear spoiler. The paintwork presents in good condition for its age, with some bubbling noted on the driver's rear section above the bumper corner, while the interior remains in clean original condition.
The current owner has maintained the car with regular servicing and oil changes, and has recently fitted a new cam belt and pulleys, addressing one of the key maintenance items for these engines. The car has been sensibly returned to standard specification, save for a three-inch stainless steel catback exhaust system, and benefits from a genuine P1 rear spoiler. The paintwork presents in good condition for its age, with some bubbling noted on the driver's rear section above the bumper corner, while the interior remains in clean original condition.
With extensive paperwork, including the WR Sport Prodrive certificate, a private registration plate included in the sale, and an MOT valid to November 2026, this RB5 represents a compelling
Key Information
- Mileage: 105,000 miles (odometer reading reportedly warranted)
- Country of registration: United Kingdom
- Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 19th November 2026 with no advisories
- Technical specs: 2.0-litre four-cylinder Boxer engine, five-speed manual
- Paperwork: Extensive paperwork supplied, including WR Sport Prodrive certificate
- Private registration plate included in sale
- 2 Keys
The Detail
- Mechanically sound with regular servicing and oil changes by the current owner
- New cam belt and pulleys fitted by the current owner
- Returned to standard specification except for exhaust
- Fitted with 3" stainless steel catback exhaust system
- Fitted with genuine P1 rear spoiler
- Paintwork in good condition for age, with some bubbling on the driver's rear section above the bumper corner
- Interior in clean original condition
- Lightweight bonnet from the Jam cars
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