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  1. sti-mike

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    Sold my 05 STi four years ago. Well I f$&@ing miss it. I found a wrx in Columbus for a tad over 30k.
    Question 1. Does anyone know anything about this particular WRX ? It's black and a sedan limited with few miles on it.
    Question 2. I'm really liking the STi hatch back, who prefers what and why ? In my opinion if I'm going to spend 30k shouldn't I go for the STi hatch back ?
    Also I won't be modding this one like I did my first, just a personal preference and reliability purposes

    Admins it's been a minute if you need to move this post please do do. Mike


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    30K for just a WRX? thought they sold new for less than that?
     
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    What year wrx? As stated thats the new price range. I'd go for STI. I know of a black '10 tastefully modded for sale
     
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    The limited was about 31k new...I wouldn't pay more than 28k for it, regardless of the low miles...

    It's awesome, yet stupid at how well they're holding their value now.
     
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    If you got 30 g's to spend, i definitely would recommend a sti. That black wrx is nice, but Matt is right, its priced to high. Also if you're not planning to mod it, sti seems the way to go. As for as GD or hatch, I think the hatch is more comfortable, but GD has original look. For your budget, I'm sure you can find a really nice hatch and be satisfied
     
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    Looking at a white WRX in Kennesaw. Trying to negotiate a price now. Your right Matt nothing over 28 for a WRX
     
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    but the 11+ WRX is faster than an STi in stock form. :p
     
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    6-speed vs 5-speed... i think i`ll go with sti tranny any day.
     
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    I was just giving my opinion for '08 & '09 body since Mike was asking thoughts on a hatch. But yeah, 2011 wrx is sweet
     
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    This.
     
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    found a really good deal on a just off the truck WRX sedan. But its bare bones.. Any thoughts ? No fogs no moon roof no XM. 26880 out the door
     
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    Don't settle for anything less than what 'YOU' want. You will regret it. IF there is something about it you don't like don't get it.

    Sheesh 30k for a used WRX. I bought my 2004 brand new for $20.5K.
     
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    Buy used, why pay tax
     
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    My only fear with a used WRX or STi is the unknown. How hard was it driven, or did some 16 y/o learn to drive a stick in my car (etc...)
     
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    Signing Papers on a 2012 WRX Sedan. 26000 even out the door. I'm back bitches lol

    Thanks for the advise
     
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    post pics suka!
     
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    I'll post some pics in the morning my phone camaraderie sux. It was a fun ride home though

    Do I need to change my screen name now ?


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    [​IMG]


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    [​IMG]

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    Got it home Wednesday. Needs a lip and coil overs. And tint.
    I forgot how fun it is to drive a Subaru
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    Nice whip and nice color!! Personally I would debadge the trunk
     
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    Thanks I'm going to take everything off except the WRX badge.


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    looks good! you need to come out to one of our south side gtg's;-)
     
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    Will do just let me know when and where. I'll be gone to the Virgin Islands starting Friday. Whaaat


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    Washing the beast with my favorite low-budget helper[​IMG]


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    [​IMG]de badged


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    you missed a couple... missed out on Oz's too. good start though
     
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    Congrats man!
     
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    those will look nice on a 2005 Aspen White STI... or will they?
     
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    any chance you'll have those mounted by the 23rd?
     
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    I am now in A 2012 WRX


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    Lookin good!
     
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    I know, just ribbing you about the 'ride' under your avatar still showing 05 STI
     
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    Oh yeah, I guess Ill have to figure out how to fix that. lol
     
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    Welcome back :)
     
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    Never left homie, just had a couple of rug rats.
     
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    #42 sti-mike, Feb 14, 2013
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    you won't get performance for that price. But if you insist, then Dunlop Star Spec should be a good price for you. If you want REAL performance and durability, then get the Michelin Pilot Super Sport.
     
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    RCE springs installed today as well as the Cobb sf intake and AP. weeeeeeee


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    As soon as I find some more wheels I will that original deal fell through


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  47. b reel

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    couple of group buy deals popping up on the national sites
     
  48. Sparta

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    Sweet keep me in mind when you do.
     
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    now to find somebody on this side of town to do a proper alignment... maybe a ride up to Grand Turismo East will settle the springs and get it done right
     
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    GT east. I heard good things. I'll give them a call in the morning. Thanks Brian.
     

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