Highlights

Factory standard WRX with certified Prodrive upgrades
In the same family for 13 years
Reported comprehensive history file from day one
Recent head gasket, cam. belt and water pump replacement
Cherished registration "BL05EYE" included
MOT to July 2026

The Appeal

This well-kept WRX estate looks factory standard, but those Prodrive decals in the windows are a giveaway. The vendor tells us that it features various upgrades that are correctly certified.

They clearly improve on what is an already enticing and well-regarded package. Finished in stand-out red, this car has been in the family for thirteen years and is a very reluctant sale. Recent work includes a new head gasket, cam belt, water pump and tumble valves. We’re told that the car comes with lots of history dating from its first registration. The MOT runs to July 2026 with minor advisories to note.

Tidy and evident looked after, this car comes with the distinctive ‘BLOB EYE’ registration plate.

History and Paperwork

First registered 31st May 2005
Has been in the current family's ownership for 13 years
Previously owned by the current keeper's father, who kept it in Southern Spain
With the current keeper for the past 4 years and dry stored
Little used since the current keeper inherited the car
Comprehensive history file from new, as documented in the video, we are told
Prodrive upgraded from new with certification
HPI clear with no outstanding finance or recorded incidents according to the seller
Comes with three sets of keys
Includes cherished registration "BL05EYE" in the sale
Original radio included with the vehicle
V5C
Factory handbooks
Workshop manual
Service book with stamped servicing records as shown
Various old invoices and MOTs
MOT valid to 9th July 2026 with advisories to note

The Condition

Eye-catching red paintwork in very good order for a car of this age
Bodywork presents well with vendor reporting that there is no corrosion
We are told that there are a couple of age-related marks noted around the vehicle
Gold alloy wheels in good condition with light marks to note
Grey fabric interior in good order with light wear and staining to front seats
Air conditioning reported to blow ice cold
Factory standard interior including carbon trim
Pioneer touch screen stereo fitted with original supplied with car
Vendor tells us tyres are currently legal but would benefit from replacement
Advisories for tyres on MOT

The Mechanics

1,994cc turbocharged engine
5spd manual transmission
Prodrive performance upgrades from new
Head gaskets replaced within the past two years
The cam belt and water pump were also replaced in 2023
Both tumble valves have been replaced
Front and rear discs and pads recently renewed
The vendor states the car drives as it should
Advisories for brakes on MOT

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