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The first-year VB WRX carries a substantial cosmetic and audio build around a factory-intact engine, downpipe, and catalytic converters, with the removed factory parts retained. The listing also documents minor undercarriage damage from a 2023 pothole strike, extensive modifications, exterior blemishes and wheel curb scratches, with the title tied to a remaining loan.
Strengths
- 2022 was the first model year for the current-generation WRX.
- The seller reports that the engine, downpipe, and catalytic converters remain untouched.
- Factory parts removed during the build, manuals, two keys, and spare SSR Type C Racing wheels are included.
Watch For
- Carfax records minor undercarriage damage in September 2023 after a pothole strike; the seller says an insurance-approved shop completed the repair.
- The exterior has blemishes, forward-facing chips, and a scratch on the driver’s door; the wheels have curb scratches.
- The car has extensive modifications, including lowering springs, an axle-back exhaust, cosmetic exterior parts, and a custom audio installation.
- A loan remains on the vehicle, and the seller notes that the title may only be available after the loan is paid off.
