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Subaru Impreza 22B STi

1998–1999

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  • Lowest price

    £155,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    £160,500

    Since 2020 · n=4

  • Highest price

    £187,001

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    4

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 4 lots

Subaru Impreza 22B STi

Based on 4 verified auction results

BUYBottomed Outmedium confidence

£160,500

Market value · recent verified sales

-3.1%

12-month change

Buy

Conditions favour buyers. Negotiate on spec and condition.

Price has settled around current levels after a decline (12-mo change -3.1%). Often a buy window before recovery.

MSRP

Collectibility

10/10

Holy Grail

3-Year Forecast

£152,045

-5%

5-Year Forecast

£149,454

-7%

Estimates based on 4 verified United Kingdom sales.

Market scores

46

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Moderate

40

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Subaru Impreza 22B STi is trading at a median of £160,500 in the UK market, down 3.1 percent over the past twelve months. With only four recorded transactions in that period, the market shows minimal recent activity, though the current signal indicates a buying opportunity at depressed levels. The car appears to have bottomed out after a period of downward pressure.

This is one of the rarest Subarus ever produced, with only 424 units built globally and fewer still in the UK. The 22B STi holds a "Holy Grail" collectibility rating—a tier reserved for icons—yet moderate desirability has constrained recent demand relative to its scarcity. The gap between rarity and current collector appetite has created the present valuation dip.

Transacted cars show an average mileage of 26,697 miles, suggesting these examples are being preserved rather than driven. The low usage is typical for appreciating classics of this caliber and supports the vehicle's status as a stored investment piece rather than regular transport.

Liquidity remains thin with zero active listings currently tracked. The four sales in twelve months represent the upper boundary of annual transaction volume for this model, indicating that buyers and sellers operate in a restricted, relationship-driven market rather than a liquid public one. Execution can take time and requires patience on both sides.

The base projection models a continued decline to £152,045 over three years and £149,454 over five years, implying a further 5.3 and 6.9 percent erosion respectively. This downside reflects the current depressed collector sentiment, though the scarcity and pedigree of the platform suggest any recovery would be sharp once market psychology shifts. The present weakness appears cyclical rather than fundamental to the car's long-term standing.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg value£160,500
  • Annual appr. rate-3.1%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked8
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared8 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)£1,300
  • Maintenance£2,400
  • Storage£2,400
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual cost£6,100
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months1
  • Sell-Through25%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale Price£165,750
  • Avg Mileage at Sale26,697 mi
  • Recent Price Range£155,000 – £187,001
  • Total Sales Tracked4

Recent sales

  • £187,001

    Collecting Cars · 31 Aug 2025

  • £155,000

    Collecting Cars · 2 Mar 2025

  • £160,500

    Collecting Cars · 25 Nov 2024

  • £160,500

    Collecting Cars · 3 Oct 2023

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.