Mathewsons December 2026 sale
Lot 210: 2000 Subaru Impreza Turbo at the Mathewsons December 2026 auction
By Jon Cosson · Last checked
Part of our Bangers & Cash guide.
Listing checked
What the listing says
At the time of checking, Mathewsons' listing gave only the year, make and model: 2000 Subaru Impreza Turbo.
What to check on any Subaru Impreza Turbo GC8
- The rear arches, inner rear arches and rear strut turret tops are the main rust points; serious turret rot is a structural problem.
- Check sills (rust can hide under plastic covers), front and rear subframes, the bottoms of the front wings and the panel under the radiator.
- A fuel smell near the nearside rear arch suggests a corroded filler neck.
- Japanese imports were often supplied without factory underseal, so check them especially closely.
- Many cars have been crashed. Look for uneven panel gaps, overspray, kinks in the chassis legs and underbody dents that might suggest off-road or rally use. A history check is essential.
- A standard, well-serviced engine is tough. Hard use and poor tuning are what kill them.
Checks for this car
- Check for modifications and ask about the history.
- Check the rear arches for rust.
- Check the turbo and gearbox.
Questions to ask before you bid
- Can I see the V5C, and do the chassis and engine numbers match it?
- What history file, invoices and MOT records come with it?
- When was it last used on the road?
- Has it been modified, and how?
- What service history comes with it?
Viewing and bidding
Viewing at the Pickering saleroom runs Wednesday 25 November to Tuesday 1 December 2026: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 9am to 12 noon, closed Sunday. Entry is £5 per person, which includes admission on the day and a donation to one of Mathewsons' chosen charities. The sale is Wednesday 2 to Friday 4 December 2026, held behind closed doors, with bidding online, by telephone or by commission.
Every lot is sold as seen. Read Mathewsons' terms (opens in a new tab) before you register.
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