Generally you come throughout issues within the automotive world that you simply by no means thought you wanted till you see it. Generally it’s so simple as the proper wheel and colour combo on a sports activities automobile. Different occasions it’s one thing absurd, like a V8 stuffed right into a Miata. Or it may be the last word bro-mobile: A Subaru WRX STI pickup.
At present listed on the market on eBay Motors, this Impreza WRX STI is from Smyth Efficiency’s Ute conversions, which are usually just a little hit or miss. This one truly appears respectable nonetheless. The outline says the donor automobile was a 2006 WRX STI sedan with a clear accident historical past.
Except for the conversion, the physique work is essentially inventory. This extends to the inside as properly, proper right down to the STI Recaro seats. The one modification inside is an aftermarket Kenwood audio system and Alpine audio system.
You might need some hassle utilizing it as an precise pickup nonetheless. The mattress has a hinged cowl and opens Chevy SSR model, which suggests you may’t carry something that’s taller than the sting of the mattress.
The engine — a 2.5-liter turbocharged flat-4 — has some mods. The vendor mentions that there’s a Turbo Tek Tuning ECU tune, excessive move catalytic converter, and a COBB Tuning enhance management solenoid. Different small modifications embody an IAG Efficiency engine skid plate on the underbody and 18-inch fifteen52 Integrale wheels. And whoever owned this factor earlier than truly drove it; there’s over 178,000 miles on it.
When you’re the vendor has it listed for $19,900 or “greatest provide.” It’s onerous to gauge whether or not or not that value is nice although. One one hand that is distinctive and also you’ll doubtless by no means encounter anything prefer it on the road. On the opposite, take away the pickup conversion and also you’re left with a excessive mileage, overpriced sport compact. In the end, it’ll be as much as you and your pockets to make the choice. Select correctly.
