2000 Subaru Forester
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Description
Formula 1 driver Liam Lawson is auctioning his very first car, a customised 2000 Subaru Forester, to raise funds and awareness for I AM HOPE, supporting youth mental health across New Zealand.
Performance & Handling
Brand-new Subaru W20C short block, generously supplied by Subaru New Zealand Complete engine rebuild and performance installation by Possum Bourne Motorsport, tuned to an impressive 300 WHP Kelford Cams EJ20 performance camshafts with full valvetrain upgrade including springs, titanium retainers, guides, and seals Link G4X Plug-In ECU and supporting components from Link ECU Whiteline sway bars and strut brace Kartboy short shifter with Naughty Knobs NZ shift knob New VF34 STI Turbo, high-flow fuel pump, ARP head studs, and full turbo-back exhaust system BG World Wheels five-spoke alloys with semi-slick tyres
Cosmetic & Finishing Touches
Cruz roof racks and Yakima roof box, donated and professionally fitted by Roof Racks NZ Full interior and exterior detail with ceramic coating by Cutting Edge Detail Pukekohe Wrapped in Satin Dark Grey for a clean, track-ready look Porter Group covered compliance and build costs, with extra support from Crème Insurance Features Lawson’s personal race number 30 and a signed dashboard, commemorating his first car in New Zealand
Important Note / Liability This Forester is a performance-modified vehicle prepared by professionals using high-quality components. Since the new engine was completed, it has travelled just over 1,000 km without any major issues. As with all vehicles of this nature, it is being sold as-is with no mechanical warranty provided or implied. Buyers should familiarise themselves with the modifications and satisfy themselves regarding the vehicle’s condition before bidding. The car is fully road-legal with a current WOF and registration.
Questions & Answers
Hi. Where is the pickup from? acreeve (47 • 11:15 am, Fri, 31 OctPick-up and handover will be at the I Am Hope office in Eden Terrace, Auckland. iamhope (20 • Friday, 31 October 2025hi does the successful bidder get to meet Liam and Mike? harold1965 (4 • 11:25 am, Fri, 31 OctI'm sure we could sort out a meet with Mike! Can't promise a meeting with Liam though, as he's out repping NZ on the F1 tracks. iamhope (20 • Friday, 31 October 2025is the car AWD harold1965 (4 • 12:05 pm, Fri, 31 OctHi there! Yup, this Subaru Forester comes with All Wheel Drive! iamhope (20 • Friday, 31 October 2025Can I take it for a test drive first? Happy to meet up somewhere public & safe - Hampton Downs, perhaps? ;) Hope the auction goes well, team. Awesome humans, awesome cause <3 highdarling (203 • 3:16 pm, Fri, 31 OctThank you! Appreciate the love and support! iamhope (20 • Friday, 31 October 2025Awesome work team!!! danczero (118 • 3:31 pm, Fri, 31 OctThanks so much :) Appreciate your support! iamhope (20 • Friday, 31 October 2025lol martyz123 (36 • 4:15 pm, Fri, 31 OctSaying it is as is where is doesn't hold up in court does it? mikeh39 (5 • 6:15 pm, Fri, 31 OctNever been raced, rallied or rolled? nillick (62 • 6:51 pm, Fri, 31 OctDespite it's current owner being an F1 driver, this car has never been raced, rallied or rolled! iamhope (20 • Friday, 31 October 2025Sold as is, where is and being built and tuned by PBMS sounds like a recipe for disaster. They already blew up the previous engine 😂 footbalr (53 • 7:40 pm, Fri, 31 OctI’m not buying anything if the seller can’t even be bothered answering questions firerydragon1 (374 • 2:35 pm, Sat, 1 NovHi there, sorry for the delay in answering questions. Just making sure we have all the correct info being put out. iamhope (20 • Saturday, 1 November 2025Yeah. We need answers bbeale007 (129 • 4:28 pm, Sat, 1 NovHi there, sorry for the delay in answering questions. We're just making sure we have all the correct info being put out. iamhope (20 • Saturday, 1 November 2025Does it come with spare headgaskets? jimney1 (33 • 6:43 pm, Sat, 1 NovHe might need it if he is sacked soon whufcok (234 • 7:37 pm, Sat, 1 NovHe drains2010 (62 • 11:13 pm, Sat, 1 NovHey y guys if ya want it bid on it, and don't complain nothing today is free, if you think like that get a life drains2010 (62 • 11:20 pm, Sat, 1 NovGood on ya Liam, PBMS, Subaru NZ and co. It's clear that we need more support for people suffering from mental health issues 😉. Props Mike and co, worthy cause. Can't wait to see Liam progress with RB Ford in 2026, NZproud 🤜🤛. hudsmotorsport (257 • 11:21 pm, Sat, 1 NovThanks guys! Appreciate the support! iamhope (20 • Saturday, 1 November 2025Well done, Liam!, a kiwi with a generious caring heart. Your donation will help other young kiwis, wishing you all the best with your racing career ! wayne1nz (464 • 9:16 am, Sun, 2 NovAppreciate the support! Thanks so much for the kind words :) iamhope (20 • Sunday, 2 November 2025Wonder if i could convince the boss to get this to replace the work van. Would this be able to claim as a charity donation? pugaliciousnz (60 • 12:31 pm, Mon, 3 Nov
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$25,900