I know this is an STI forum, please forgive

jp51mustang · 06-12-2008, 10:13 AM

I had a 2004 wrx premium, shouldn't have sold it. I told myself it would be ok because I would buy a used STI when my cheap lease ended. That time is almost here, and I still want the STI, mainly for the 6 speed. But now I find myself debating; do I want to spend around $25,000 on a used 2006 STI or a new 2008 WRX? Given the interest rate differences the WRX makes more sense, but it's not an STI as I think you'll agree. It will be my daily driver, but neither I nor my wife is worried about it being too loud or rough. Just looking for some opinions.

**Kevin** · 06-12-2008, 10:16 AM

If you want power, you will not be happy with the 08 WRX especially knowing that you could have gotten the 06 STI. The only advantage of an 08 WRX are that it is new, offers more space, and is probably a little more comfortable to ride in. I think the STI is your best choice!

jp51mustang · 06-12-2008, 10:21 AM

The power is nice, but not my main draw. Though I never had any problems with my tranny I always was concerned. I think the 6 speed, brakes and other bits are what I want most. Plus I don't want the heartburn of not having the STI.

**Kevin** · 06-12-2008, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by jp51mustang

The power is nice, but not my main draw. Though I never had any problems with my tranny I always was concerned. I think the 6 speed, brakes and other bits are what I want most. Plus I don't want the heartburn of not having the STI.

It sounds like you know what your heart and your mind are telling you:

STI or bust!

**tyler_sti** · 06-12-2008, 10:27 AM

Do it man, Handeling alone makes up for it. All you need is a set of swaybars and call it a day. You'll love every second of it..

importfanatic17 · 06-12-2008, 10:29 AM

Get the STi and don't look back. If it makes you feel better, go drive the STi first and then the WRX and spot the differences, they are pretty drastic.

***Gondy*** · 06-12-2008, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by jp51mustang

The power is nice, but not my main draw. Though I never had any problems with my tranny I always was concerned. I think the 6 speed, brakes and other bits are what I want most. Plus I don't want the heartburn of not having the STI.

Kinda sounds like you already know what you want... stop debating and go pull the trigger on that 06

***///M Power*** · 06-12-2008, 10:38 AM

I agree with Kevin and Gondy.....just go and get that STI because you know thats what you really want!

jp51mustang · 06-12-2008, 10:44 AM

I know you guys are right. Wasn't sure if someone would try and talk so sort of financial sense into me. Thanks for the input.

mofoSTI · 06-12-2008, 10:49 AM

Just get the STI. You dont want to regret it later.

rmo55c · 06-12-2008, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by jp51mustang

I know you guys are right. Wasn't sure if someone would try and talk so sort of financial sense into me. Thanks for the input.

Financial sense? Nahhh...

If anything, the sti will hold its resale better than the wrx and you could reclaim most of the money lost in interest when you go to sell it in the future. Of course you will never be able to sell it because it is an sti.

ZondaF · 06-12-2008, 11:02 AM

If you get the WRX, then every time you see an STi on the road you will turn green with envy and regret. Then again, you are asking people that belong to an STi forum, so the opinions may be slightly in favor of the STi.

ix8vii · 06-12-2008, 11:14 AM

I saw someone selling his 2007 STi for $27k and change with 6k miles. You might wanna search at the cars for sale section. GL

Icculus · 06-12-2008, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by ZondaF

If you get the WRX, then every time you see an STi on the road you will turn green with envy and regret. Then again, you are asking people that belong to an STi forum, so the opinions may be slightly in favor of the STi.

What? Are you saying we're biased?

Get the STi. I had a buddy in a similar spot. Bought the WRX and its driven him crazy for years every time he's spots and STi

Yankeeballer13 · 06-12-2008, 11:54 AM

didnt read any of the other posts and im sure others said the same thing but if you get the wrx, every time you see another sti on the street your gonna wish you wouldve gone with the sti..go big or go home!

06-12-2008, 10:13 AM	#1
jp51mustang Amateur STI Driver Fav Mod: Coming Soon Posts: 8 Join Date: Jan 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	I know this is an STI forum, please forgive I had a 2004 wrx premium, shouldn't have sold it. I told myself it would be ok because I would buy a used STI when my cheap lease ended. That time is almost here, and I still want the STI, mainly for the 6 speed. But now I find myself debating; do I want to spend around $25,000 on a used 2006 STI or a new 2008 WRX? Given the interest rate differences the WRX makes more sense, but it's not an STI as I think you'll agree. It will be my daily driver, but neither I nor my wife is worried about it being too loud or rough. Just looking for some opinions. This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

06-12-2008, 10:16 AM	#2
Kevin Admin Car: Silver 2004 STI Fav Mod: The Driver Location: Southern California Posts: 11,878 Join Date: Jan 2001 Trader Rating: (1)	Re: I know this is an STI forum, please forgive If you want power, you will not be happy with the 08 WRX especially knowing that you could have gotten the 06 STI. The only advantage of an 08 WRX are that it is new, offers more space, and is probably a little more comfortable to ride in. I think the STI is your best choice!

06-12-2008, 10:21 AM	#3
jp51mustang Amateur STI Driver Fav Mod: Coming Soon Posts: 8 Join Date: Jan 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: I know this is an STI forum, please forgive The power is nice, but not my main draw. Though I never had any problems with my tranny I always was concerned. I think the 6 speed, brakes and other bits are what I want most. Plus I don't want the heartburn of not having the STI.

06-12-2008, 10:27 AM	#5
tyler_sti Gold Member Car: '07 CMG STI Fav Mod: carbing subframe, driving experience:) Location: los angeles Posts: 3,415 Join Date: Aug 2006 Trader Rating: (11)	Re: I know this is an STI forum, please forgive Do it man, Handeling alone makes up for it. All you need is a set of swaybars and call it a day. You'll love every second of it..

06-12-2008, 10:29 AM	#6
importfanatic17 Spec C Club Car: '05 Aspen White STi Fav Mod: EQ Tuning tune Location: Sacramento, Ca Posts: 1,729 Join Date: Apr 2007 Trader Rating: (5)	Re: I know this is an STI forum, please forgive Get the STi and don't look back. If it makes you feel better, go drive the STi first and then the WRX and spot the differences, they are pretty drastic.

06-12-2008, 10:38 AM	#8
*///M Power* STI Reconstruction Guru Car: 06 WRB STI Fav Mod: 22k complete reconstruction Location: Cary, NC Posts: 1,489 Join Date: Mar 2006 Trader Rating: (1)	Re: I know this is an STI forum, please forgive I agree with Kevin and Gondy.....just go and get that STI because you know thats what you really want!

06-12-2008, 10:44 AM	#9
jp51mustang Amateur STI Driver Fav Mod: Coming Soon Posts: 8 Join Date: Jan 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: I know this is an STI forum, please forgive I know you guys are right. Wasn't sure if someone would try and talk so sort of financial sense into me. Thanks for the input.

06-12-2008, 10:49 AM	#10
mofoSTI Spec C Club Car: 08 STI,sr20det 510 Fav Mod: boob job for wife Location: springtuckey, OR Posts: 2,334 Join Date: Sep 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: I know this is an STI forum, please forgive Just get the STI. You dont want to regret it later.

06-12-2008, 11:02 AM	#12
ZondaF Junior STI Driver Car: 2005 PSM STi!!!11 Location: North Jersey Posts: 125 Join Date: Oct 2007 Trader Rating: (1)	Re: I know this is an STI forum, please forgive If you get the WRX, then every time you see an STi on the road you will turn green with envy and regret. Then again, you are asking people that belong to an STi forum, so the opinions may be slightly in favor of the STi.

06-12-2008, 11:14 AM	#13
ix8vii Senior STI Driver Fav Mod: Removing dealer plates Location: CA Posts: 343 Join Date: Jan 2005 Trader Rating: (2)	Re: I know this is an STI forum, please forgive I saw someone selling his 2007 STi for $27k and change with 6k miles. You might wanna search at the cars for sale section. GL

06-12-2008, 11:54 AM	#15
Yankeeballer13 STI Driver Car: JBP 04 STI Fav Mod: Stock Location: Denver Posts: 286 Join Date: Feb 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: I know this is an STI forum, please forgive didnt read any of the other posts and im sure others said the same thing but if you get the wrx, every time you see another sti on the street your gonna wish you wouldve gone with the sti..go big or go home! This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.