[amg destroyer]

If you plan on modding it with EM, go with the '07 for the reasons stated above.
If you don't plan on modding it (no EM), go with th '06.

[toogood]

Originally Posted by oman

Thanks Mr."I hate everything about the stock suspension on the Sti"

suspension is very important for us who are serious about our rides whether we auto-x etc etc to the driver

[Yankeeballer13]

how bout an 04

[boondocksaint]

Originally Posted by monk

^ wow... there are serveral mechanical differences. just because a car looks the same doesn't mean it is.

07
the "good"[list][*]new turbo with larger exhaust porting (i.e. lest chance for mechanical boost creep)

As far as I know, the ONLY thing different about the 07 turbo is the wastegate and the number designation. It's not exactly what I'd call new.

[monk]

Originally Posted by boondocksaint

As far as I know, the ONLY thing different about the 07 turbo is the wastegate and the number designation. It's not exactly what I'd call new.

sorry yes the WG... and it's a different part number... hence it is a new turbo model, no?

[monk]

Originally Posted by oman

Thanks Mr."I hate everything about the stock suspension on the Sti"

if you've taken it to a roadcourse, it just sucks. too bouncey on the street and not properly set up for the track. it's the worst of both worlds.

and the body roll is a joke.

[nonissan]

also keep in mind that the '07 has a lot more chrome paint in the head and tail-lights. not too pretty imho, and a bit harder to cover up if you plan on painting them...

[oman]

Originally Posted by Yankeeballer13

how bout an 04

No dude too old school!

[oman]

Originally Posted by nonissan

also keep in mind that the '07 has a lot more chrome paint in the head and tail-lights. not too pretty imho, and a bit harder to cover up if you plan on painting them...

Waa waa wee woo I had no Idea!?

[Iguana]

That and other small cosmetic differences. Such as:

The 07 looses the BBS caps (instead it says STI).
The 07 has painted side "fake air vents" on the front (black on 06).


But also there are some other considerations like the 07 having MP3 compatability, a trunk passthru, and ...that's about it. I'd rather have my 06 just becuase I'm not modding for a while and I'd rather run a safer tune. But like everyone has said, if you're going to go stage II soon, then the 07 is probably better.

Oh, and one more thing, in 2007 they changed Aspen white to Satin white which, and this is only an opinion, looks pinkish and distasteful. I think this might have also been why they went right back to Aspen white in 2008! So if you want a brillant and clean bright white, then you can't get an 07.

[boondocksaint]

Originally Posted by monk

sorry yes the WG... and it's a different part number... hence it is a new turbo model, no?

The turbo is self-contained, so changing it in any way - however meager - would require a new part number. It's not a major difference. The gearing makes much more of a difference than the turbo.

To the OP - you could have found all of this information in the buying guide, and in myriad other threads. I don't know what you're trying to obtain to help you make a decision. Find one. Inspect. Drive. Haggle. Purchase.

[LSE]

06 ftw! I still like the 05 style and weight better though

Damn if I only had made more money faster!

[bue car]

2007. I once had a 2006, but i did buy it used with 39,123 miles. I traded it for a new 2007 with 10 miles on it....if you can go new its always best imo.

even with the engine troubles that are known per say, i do like the new gear ratio...does save me gas $$

[Deuce Cam]

Originally Posted by oman

Yes the 06 is obviously older and a lil cheaper, but as far as quality perfomance and overall reliabilty what year would you go with 06 or 07and WHY?

reliability - 06 hands down. Do a search and you'll notice that there are many cases of motors failing on the 07.

Performance - Overall, the 07 probably has the edge. The upgrades, although minor, have already been noted. Stock for stock the cars are pretty much equal in terms of performance; however, the 07 seems to have more potential when modding.

[oman]

Yes but I have a 06 and am getting a AP2 and going stage 2, isnt the 06's safer for doing that or no?