Subaru Impreza 22B-STi (NA)

The Subaru Impreza 22B-STi represents one of the rarest modern Japanese performance cars, with just five examples produced for the Japanese market in 1998. Its "Holy Grail" collectibility status reflects scarcity at an extreme level, though no transaction data has been recorded in the UK market during our tracking period.

The absence of sales activity—zero transactions in the past 12 months and no current active listings—underscores the illiquid nature of this model in Britain. When an example does surface, it commands prices reflective of its legendary status among JDM collectors, but the infrequency of sales makes reliable pricing benchmarks difficult to establish.

Desirability remains low in relative market terms, likely because the 22B-STi exists almost exclusively in Japanese collections or specialist holdings overseas. UK buyers face a structural barrier: finding one available for purchase requires international sourcing and often private negotiation rather than conventional auction or dealer channels.

The ultra-low production run of just five cars means any UK example would be a significant acquisition for a serious collector. While no forward projections can be made without transaction history, the model's rarity and historical significance as the homologation special for the 555 Group A rally program ensure it will retain appeal to the most dedicated enthusiasts, regardless of market cycles.