[maverickar15]

It depends on what kind of fun you want to have but STi hard to beat because you can have all kinds of fun all year around. During winter, I can't wait to take my STi out when it snows. Find either deserted road or parking lot and have fun, I mean practice winter driving The control you have in STi over slippery surfaces will surprise you.

[glenn]

98 cobra to a 2001 M Roadster to a "Dad Car" (Audi A4 1.8t) to 2010 STI. Each step of the way ratcheted up on the sophistication in handling.

Also the Ford vs. Chevy thing is kinda over.. its sub vs mitsu.

The one thing I found similarity between my ford and the subaru was the level of power and bolt ons you could do for performance.

For me it was a natural evolution (yes, i know what i said)...

[svtjunkie]

This is a litte off subject but why can't I put up an avatar? Show you guys my cobra.

[BMX_STI]

Originally Posted by chargedvette02

2007's have longer gears so they can run the 1/4 with 1 less shift, I believe the fastest magazine tested stock STI is 06 though and the fastest stock turbo STI is an 06. 05 is considered the best year by many people, it's very similar to the 06's except the body style. All STI's have DCCD's which is what I think your friend is talking about, 05's are more rear wheel bias compared to newer years.

If you have not already looked at this check it out. The Used STi Buyer's Guide

Also for 05 being FTW.
What is your favorite year

Makes me like my 06 even better. But ya, that year of Cobra is something to be desired man. STI is a better all around car but those Cobras are awesome. I'd be very torn on the decision too!

[chargedvette02]

Originally Posted by svtjunkie

This is a litte off subject but why can't I put up an avatar? Show you guys my cobra.

Have to donate, can't you just post pictures?

[BAD STI]

Originally Posted by chargedvette02

Have to donate, can't you just post pictures?

How do some non donating members have custom avatars? Like BluSTi.

[svtjunkie]

Originally Posted by chargedvette02

Have to donate, can't you just post pictures?

I tried but it just asks for a webpage where my pics are. thought there was just an attachments button but nope.

[jamoc]

back on topic...... both

[chargedvette02]

Originally Posted by BAD STI

How do some non donating members have custom avatars? Like BluSTi.

Good question, I think blu is special. Maybe there is a way to do it without donating but I have no clue how.

[svtjunkie]

So I've been on craigslist, here, autotrader, and ebay lookin at STI's. Anywhere else a good place to look? Also how many miles before these cars need rebuilds? I know it depends on how hard you drive it but If I were to get one it would be pretty much stock. I'm trying to stay under 100k. At that point does the turbo or anything need to be rebuilt? What kind of boost can these motors take with stock internals? What kind of HP numbers can I expect with a few bolt ons.