>>937891I had a 2005 WRX I bought brand new in 2005.
It was an awesome car. Loved it. Added a navigation system, new speakers and a small bass tube in the trunk. Did 18" wheels, turbo back exhaust and ECU flash (stage 2), and modded intake silencer.
It was very quick, fun to drive, amazing in snow, and pretty practical (4 doors, big trunk, ect). I know the STI is faster, but the ride is much much harsher. Adding a few light mods to a regular WRX, and you're just as fast as the STI with a nicer ride. To each his own though. I only didn't have an STI because I couldn't afford it.
Sold it for a 2004 CTS-V, which was much better and much worse than the WRX, but that's another thread. I drive a pickup truck now so what do I know.