Ex-Colin McRae Subaru Impreza S5 WRC up for auction

Among the 46 lots in the “Competition Cars” category offered in the Silverstone Auctions auction on February 24, one of them particularly attracts attention. A Subaru Impreza S5 WRC and not just any one.

Registered “P2 WRC”, it was entitled to one round of the World Rally Championship: the 1997 Monte-Carlo. Led by Colin McRae and his co-driver Nicky Grist, the Subaru Impreza S5 WRC ultimately did not last long. fire since the Scot, crowned world champion with the Japanese manufacturer two years previously, did not complete the Monegasque classic.

A WRC rally then leaves

In the hands of Colin McRae, the Subaru Impreza S5 WRC “P2 WRC” only lasted one rally, or a few special ones, but then she was entitled to a second life in a slightly more private environment. Remounted on Prodrive chassis No. 21 (registered on 01/01/1998), the Impreza continued its journey across Europe where it was entered privately between 1998 and 2000, notably with victories in the Hungarian championship. .

Returning to British soil with Mark Slater and Steven Fleck, the Subaru Impreza S5 WRC was seen in a few events in 2001 and 2002 before appearing in competition the following year thanks to Noel Redmond. Owned by one man since 2004, the “P2 WRC” took part in events until 2007 before being put to rest for 8 years. Brought back for a few demonstrations, the Japanese machine is now one of the most coveted pieces in the next Silverstone Artcurial sale. It is no coincidence that it is the car with the highest estimate in the “Competition Cars” category with an estimated price between £340 and £000 (between approximately 386 and 000 euros).

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