Some cars build a culture that goes well beyond the road, and the 1998 Impreza 22B STi is one of them. Solido captures it in 1/18 scale with that instantly recognisable metallic blue, in a 2022 edition that arrives assembled, painted and ready to take its rightful place in a display case. Around 25 cm long, and it feels in the hand exactly as a well-built diecast should.
A 22B that makes itself known from the first glance
Solido's finish at this scale pays close attention to both exterior and interior: high-quality paintwork and detailed cabin work that reward a closer look. The opening front doors invite you to explore the interior, and the functional steering the wheels turn from the steering wheel adds that layer of interaction that 1/18 diecast collectors always appreciate. It's not a minor detail: it's part of what makes this kind of model enjoyable well beyond the display shelf.
Metallic blue, 1/18 scale and genuine collection presence
In a display of nineties Japanese cars, the 22B in metallic blue reads very clearly: wide, low, with that widened bodywork that sets it apart from the standard Impreza. At 1/18 it earns every bit of the presence it deserves, and the colour helps it stand out from the rest without shouting for attention. It's one of those pieces that changes the feel of a shelf without trying to dominate it.
For collections with JDM taste and rally culture
The Impreza 22B STi carries a specific weight within Subaru culture and JDM collecting that goes far beyond its looks. Solido treats it with the seriousness it deserves: official licence, diecast, named model base included, and a 2022 edition that positions it as a current reference within the 1/18 range. If your collection has room for the great Japanese cars of the nineties, this model fills that space with real conviction.