New advice on buying a new car

[ylimert01]

I would go with the wrx, because its 5 grand cheaper and with little extra cash it can be faster than the sti. Another plus is it's a wagon which is great for hauling stuff.

[Kracka]

STI Limited wins it in my book (of those three).

Maybe you've already covered this, but if you're looking at STI's, why not look at Evos too? That STI price range should be able to get you into a '09+ Ralliart or an Evo IX both of which will have a roomier backseat than the STI.

[A//// Guy]

Damn, 80k miles for $23k in the STI? Way overpriced imo...

[Kracka]

Subarus hold their values like Evo IX's do. Janelle's '07 WRX Limited is still worth probably $19k with 55k miles on it.

[CornFed2.4]

http://www.wi-dsm.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4598

I know your on Denver but seems like its priced decent

[goodhart]

This one is a whole 20 minutes from you e85 stock turbo Evo 9 lightly modded:

http://forums.evolutionm.net/sale-ca...odded-21k.html



Here's a steal in California stock stock Evo 9:

http://forums.evolutionm.net/sale-ca...b-evo-18k.html



Here's where to find at least half the Evo's for sale in the country probably: http://forums.evolutionm.net/sale-cars-sale-134/

[HiImBrian]

Thanks gh I'ma talk to the guy with the red 9 and see how flexible he is with the price. I'll go check it out for sure.

And for the record...I drove a 2007 LGT spec b last night. The car is quick and I dig the interior, but the car as a whole just doesn't excite me too much. Just my opinion though and we all know that's not worth much.

[goodhart]

The red IX should excite you plenty then. Moar powa than ur DSM had, but 10x the reliability. haha

[HiImBrian]

Not gonna close out my options though because if I can't get an affordable loan then the evo might be out

In the meantime, which wagon wins?

Red 2004 wrx wagon -$10900
http://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/2803481736.html

Blue 2006 wrx limited wagon -$15900
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/2840974722.html

[Kracka]

'06, easily.

[HiImBrian]

Originally Posted by Kracka

'06, easily.

I'd think so too kinda. Comes with 2 sets of rims/tires, limited package, and a nice system along with half the mileage. Main reason I'm thinking the 04 is because I don't see that price dropping too much in the next couple years. Maybe I'm wrong?

[A//// Guy]

06, worth the low miles for sure.

[goodhart]

Originally Posted by HiImBrian

I'd think so too kinda. Comes with 2 sets of rims/tires, limited package, and a nice system along with half the mileage. Main reason I'm thinking the 04 is because I don't see that price dropping too much in the next couple years. Maybe I'm wrong?

Model year 04-05 WRX's value dies FAST after 100k miles (even worse for wagons and automatics). I would go for the 06 with less miles for sure.

[HiImBrian]

Next question:
Where else should I look into loans aside from my bank? Any recommendations?

[Murlo26]

Credit union. I know several people on here have good ones to recommend.

[HiImBrian]

I spent the money and got my rs fixed tonight, so I guess I've got more search time. I'm still gonna go check out the 06 limited wrx wagon tomorrow

[goodhart]

Should check out the Evo same day for a good back to back comparison.

[HiImBrian]

Originally Posted by goodhart

Should check out the Evo same day for a good back to back comparison.

Haven't heard back from him yet

[HiImBrian]

Going to test drive this bad boy tomorrow! It's at my buddies dealership so we'll see what kinda payment plan he can get me hahaha
http://www.qualitymitsubishilittleto...8692717-l1102a

[CornFed2.4]

That's not within your 20k budget! Lol. Nice car for sure but I almost puked when I seen the price tag, and the thoughts of a large monthly payment.