Wow, you are a deep derp thinker!!!!!!!!

Back at ya Sparky!

Running the preset 93 octane Stage 1 tune. It seemed to add some power but the big difference is now the power comes on much smoother across the entire RPM range rather than that sudden kick it had stock.

It does, but unless you are going to do some very serious Auto-X or HPDE/Track Days then the WRX is perfect for the street. For $10k less it is a pretty decent bargain considering that the base GTI/GLI is around $2,000 more then the base WRX. Plus the insurance on an STi is a bit more.

OP, check out the BMW 3-series X-drive as well as the Audi A4 in the brands CPO sales.

Electronic differentials, sport suspension, Brembo brakes. It's not a rip off, just not needed on a daily driver.

Subie sleeper here. 2005 Legacy GT
Stage 2 with Invidia DP and STI up pipe.
Stock cat back so the BMW and vtec kiddos really get schooled.
It's loads of fun. MPG is only in the 25's but with awd and the tune, it's a good trade off

Too bad they stopped making them. I wanted to buy one.

Cobb maps are pretty damn good, a little conservative but that's what you want.

I drive a bugeye and they still support/update my maps. I wish I'd bought Cobb exhaust too instead of Borla.

Go check out NASIOC

Also look at the Cobb Tunning products. I have an access port on my 06 WRX.

From what I have read that generation of Legacy is overbuilt and bulletproof.

That is a fantastic car.  Manual or Auto?

I have a 2006 WRX, still stock except for wheels/tires and brakes (not big brake). I have 32K hard miles on it. It needs a new clutch already, and no, I NEVER launched it or burned the clutch or anything. Pressure plate fingers are making a creaking sound and it kicks on take off. Apparently if a manual transmission AWD car isn't something you've driven before, you can wear the clutch faster than normal. Maybe the mechanic was telling me that so I wouldn't feel bad?

Anyway, the STI is NOT the same car. It isn't just a more powerful engine. The transmission is stronger (or at least it was in years past), bigger brakes, true limited slip front differential, torque bias, adjustable suspension, and other things. For what it costs it's a hell of a value.

All WRX cars, including the STI are raw and rough around the edges. Expect wind noise, dash panels creaking, road noise, and a rough ride due to stiffer suspension. What you're paying is for the performance not comfort or luxury. Oh, and Subaru paint IS SHIT, and has been for a long time. This is well known. The clear coat on the plastic parts of my car has worn off in places. Thankfully my car is white and doesn't show much. I kept it covered daily for years, always washed and waxed it and have maintained it well. I got mine new and paid under 25K for mine before tax, title, financing, etc. and after a clutch change and some other minor fixes I could probably sell it for 17K so they hold their value well.

I'll agree with the general opinion, get the short throw shifter. I didn't get any options with my car when I ordered it and this is the one thing I wish I had gotten. Really regret it.

Having said everything above I still love my car and drive the hell out of it. It could use a drop, a Cobb AP stage 1 at the least, and then it would make me fall in love again. Unfortunately other things have taken priority over the years. I would have gotten the STI but the extra insurance cost as well as extra 8K at the time were a no go for me. IF you can afford the STI comfortably get it, you'll be happier. Either way they are fucking fun cars to drive and other owners will wave at you.

Bought the g/f an '07.  Love that fucking car, even with all it's fucking rattling tin can feeling interior.  On Pirelli all seasons it had no problem in last year's winter in NW Indiana.

 

I was 36 with a 830 credit score when I bought my STI.  They car salesman looked very anxious but friendly.  When we finished the deal he said you know, your not our typical type of customer who buys an STI.

It's an auto (5EAT). My previous car was a manual so I was a bit done with traffic and shifting.

Isn't the "Boxer rumble" only there due to the Unequal Length Headers?

Also, aren't Unequal Length Headers slightly worse than Equal Length Headers when it comes to performance numbers?

Here is a video comparing UeLH and ELH sounds.

Thanks for all the advice, I have been checking out the Cobb parts and the borla exhaust sounds really nice. When I test drove a WRX the shifter wasn't that smooth so that's why I ordered the short throw shifter. I'm not picky about interiors of cars like wind noise, dash rattles etc, I ordered the new WRX because I like the way it looks, I was very comfortable during test drive, price was great, plenty fast enough and fun to drive. I'm not the type of person who will do large burn out smoke shows with cars and I don't plan on dumping the clutch and beating the living shit out of the car. I will step on the gas when merging on the highway, passing etc. If I feel car needs upgrades after the warranty period is up I will add quality parts then.

For the guys wondering if I can afford the car etc...I bought a brand new Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 diesel for $32,000 in 2001 and paid it off without issues(current car Honda Civic bought new never missed a payment), I've never missed a car payment or any payment in my life, when I buy a car I think about 3 factors, how it drives, cost of ownership and does it work for my needs(good in snow, mpg that is not under 10, does it cost a ton to service BMW etc).

The STI does get slightly less MPG over the standard WRX, The engine of the STI is an older design not as efficient. The STI is slightly higher to insure, The STI is higher for maintenance costs(Brembo brakes cost more than standard etc), The STI is $10,000 more so payment is higher, If you factor in all the extra costs especially the payments I felt it wasn't worth the extra cost. I'm a rather conservative person, when I buy or put together an AR15 I buy a standard model, I don't buy a $500 trigger and add tons of extras, When I do buy things extra for rifles I buy quality like aimpoint etc...I'm sure with my outstanding credit rating I could get a loan for a Porshe 911 but who the fuck wants to pay the cost of insurance and maintenance etc. Many guys can afford to buy a Ferrari but they can't afford to drive it due to maintenance costs. Subaru has excellent resale value, I could always trade the car in for something faster in a few years. Before I ordered the Subaru I did tons of research and that was my decision.

This car I ordered is going to feet like rocket ship for me since I've been driving around in 2001 dodge ram diesel and 2012 honda civic which are rather slow. Being a manual transmission it's going to be a blast.

I ordered a 2015 Subaru WRX but a few days later found this car new on the lot, I bought it fast. 6 speed manual, $25,508 before taxes. Car drives amazing, handles like it's on rails, the interior is a major upgrade to older WRX models. So far I have 300 miles.

Nice WRX. Couldn't wait, eh?

I'm not a fan of white cars, but I think you'll be happy with how it drives.

Very nice!  My '13 is white too.  Good looking car.

Beautiful!

Gorgeous.

My first Subie was white, I mistakenly went black for the second.

White will be the next one.

Many owners are still waiting for 6 months to get their cars, When I saw this car being dropped off I jumped quick because they don't last long, the white looks amazing in person. I wish I could drive it better lol, but by the time the 1000 miles break in period is over I will have the car mastered. I stalled a few times this week in heavy traffic but I'm getting smoother with the 6 speed.

You win the internet for not buying one with the goofy spoiler. Dig the clean look.

I'm still waiting for the WRX hatchback to come out... I may buy the wife an XV tho.

The steering wheel feels so amazing!!! The handling is like it's on rails, Subaru did a great job with the interior, is a major upgrade, no rattles or noises. Average MPG so far is 22, mostly slow city and back road driving.

I was about ready to say "I don't need to be reminded of the upgraded interior."



And from what I hear about the squeaks, if you're doesn't have them they must've missed installing that option at the factory.  I think squeaky interiors re OEM with Subaru.

Yep, squeaks and pops from the interior came standard on my Subaru-built vehicle too. Plus engine crickets! Chirp chirp chirp chirp...

Well ,It's only 300 miles so far lol, might need a few thousand for rattles

More miles or drop in temperature.  The first fall day where the weather dips below 50 degrees I hear things that I haven't heard all summer....

Heck, screw all that, it's a fantastic car, drive the wheels off of it!

Way to shit in the guys thread. You must be a blast at parties.

Sharp WRX.

I think he's from the "borrow the max amount you're approved for" school of home buying.

For someone who was so snarky about economics, he seemed to miss the fact that jumping from $400 to $600 is a 50% increase. I'm not rich, but can afford to have a reasonably nice pair of family vehicles. $200/month is still nothing to sneeze at if your combined monthly car nut is over $1000.

Stupidest comment on Arfcom today.  Congrats,

+1

Maybe he wants to actually put some money into his 401(k) instead of a bigger car payment.  What the hell?

Very nice ride.

I can't even wrap my head around the logic...or lack thereof. Unless you're a millionaire, everybody has a maximum amount they can budget before eating into something else.

"if you can afford a Corvette, you might as well buy a Ferrari instead".

Looks too clean.  Needs more power slides in the dirt.  

Nice ride though!