Hi guys, how hard is it to fit a towbar to a wrx wagon? 1998 with no previous holes, mounting spots.

I have been quoted $500.00 for one, sounds pretty bloody expensive. Is it worth me buying the bar off the internet and getting someone to fit it?. I'm after one that can detach.

any recommendation on places?. I need one with the break lights for legality.

Don't know if it helps, but I bought one (2nd hand in good nick for $150) from a member off here 2.5 years back for my 99 WRX sedan. It is a Hayman Reece brand with Subaru spec sticker, specifically for GC8's & is a straight bolt-up to existing underbody bolts. Also comes with proprietory loom connector for existing loom plug located inside back boot panel. It is not the removable tongue type but may give you a starting place to look. I imagine your 98 hatch would have the same fitment.

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MY99 WRX sedan WRC blue Sold :(
MY99 WRX sedan Dark blue pearl :D
MY97 Liberty Outback Ltd Wagon
1990 Mk3 Supra turbo fully rebuilt 7M-GTE (Older son)
1991 Celica GT4 (Younger son)

i havent used this bloke (he advertises in the quokka), but i did call him for a quote for my mates 07 falcon.
he quoted $350 fitted which was far better than my mate could find.
might be worth a call?
he's a mobile service too.

MOBILE TOWBAR FITTING Expert service & advice Best price Rod 0419 917 145

I got a genuine one (New) for $320 less than 12 months ago
Easy to fit - comes with instructions, wiring harness, everything you need except a spanner.

You can have the one off my 97 if it fits for $100 get it whenever you like.

Cheers Phil

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97 WRX V3 STi with goodies.

The genuine Subaru ones are Hayman Reece. I've got the same one, the under bar work is for gc/gf series, and then the tongue i have is from a 2nd gen Liberty, works a treat.