Generally you come throughout issues within the automotive world that you just by no means thought you wanted till you see it. Generally it’s so simple as the right wheel and colour combo on a sports activities automotive. Different instances 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 typically somewhat hit or miss. This one really seems first rate nevertheless. The outline says the donor automotive 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 effectively, proper right down to the STI Recaro seats. The one modification inside is an aftermarket Kenwood audio system and Alpine audio system.
You may need some bother utilizing it as an precise pickup nevertheless. The mattress has a hinged cowl and opens Chevy SSR model, which implies you possibly can’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 circulation catalytic converter, and a COBB Tuning enhance management solenoid. Different small modifications embrace an IAG Efficiency engine skid plate on the underbody and 18-inch fifteen52 Integrale wheels. And whoever owned this factor earlier than really drove it; there’s over 178,000 miles on it.
For those who’re the vendor has it listed for $19,900 or “finest supply.” It’s onerous to gauge whether or not or not that worth is sweet although. One one hand that is distinctive and also you’ll probably by no means encounter the rest 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. Finally, it’ll be as much as you and your pockets to make the choice. Select correctly.
