LOT 405

Ex-McRae Family 1996 Subaru Impreza UK2000 Registration no. N489 SOC Chassis no. JF1GC8KD3SG011698

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Ex-McRae Family
1996 Subaru Impreza UK2000
Registration no. N489 SOC Chassis no. JF1GC8KD3SG011698

The Beaulieu Sale: Collectors' Motor Cars & Automobilia|5 September 2021, 10:30 BST|Beaulieu, National Motor Museum

Ex-McRae Family
1996 Subaru Impreza UK2000
Registration no. N489 SOC
Chassis no. JF1GC8KD3SG011698

Odometer reading: 92,156
MOT: Expired

*Ex-McRae Subaru Impreza
*Family verified
*Comprehensive history file
*Partially restored

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The Subaru Impreza UK2000 is a UK-market specific model of Impreza that is sought-after by enthusiasts for its thrilling driving experience, history and links to the world of rallying. For the model year 1996 only 131 UK2000 Imprezas were first registered for sale, and this example is particularly special as it was owned by the McRae Family between 1996-1999. The vendor has confirmation on file from both Alister and Jimmy McRae that this car was their family run around for three years, and both of them and Colin frequently drove the car. This is a rare opportunity to acquire an iconic GC8 Subaru with ownership by two British rally champions and one world champion, and links to arguably the most famous rally family in the world.

First registered 1st of January 1996, this example is also likely to be one of the first UK2000 Imprezas to be sold. It also has matching numbers for the chassis on both the gearbox and engine, which is very rare for such an early Impreza. It is believed that the car was gifted to Jimmy or sold at a heavily reduced price. Documentation with the car includes a copy of its original bill of sale from Subaru UK as well as a V5 document with a McRae Motorsport registered address. History also includes original manuals with a stamped service book, old MOTs, tax discs, V5s and parts receipts. The service stamps for its first three years are from the dealer located near to the McRae family estate.

The vendor has carried out a mechanical restoration on the car including a complete engine rebuild to standard form with new gaskets, cambelt and pumps, as well as rebuilt ancillaries. The block was checked, cleaned and honed before being rebuilt. The car is also fitted with a new factory exhaust system, a new battery, new tyres all-round and fresh fluids. The car now requires some bodywork restoration to make it road worthy again if the new owner desires, but the car is still very useable and running and driving as it should. This Subaru Impreza is a legacy to its original owners and it presents itself as an excellent investment for any collector.

Footnotes

Vendor Score Total: 81/100

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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well

EXTERIOR TOTAL: 16/25
Body Work: 2
Paint: 3
Glass: 4
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 4
Wheels/Tyres: 3

RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 16/20
Gearbox/Clutch: 4
Axles: 4
Suspension: 4
Brakes: 4

INTERIOR TOTAL: 16/20
Seats: 4
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 4
Headlining: 4
Trim: 4

ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 8/10
Main components: 4
Ancillary components: 4

ENGINE TOTAL: 20/20
Starting: 5
Running: 5
Under Bonnet: 5
Mechanical components: 5

Car History File: 5

Saleroom notices

Please note the UK2000 branding for Subaru turbo cars was not implemented until 1997. Therefore this should be titled Subaru Impreza Turbo 2000.

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