I've been reading some threads about ECM mapping problems with the '07-'08 STi. Do these problems apply to the WRX as well? I'm about to be in the market fora WRX or STI (not sure which yet) and was trying to decide if I should stay away from the '07-'08 models. What do you guys/gals think?
I would vote Sti. Honestly, unless you pick up a wrx super cheap, if you are planning on doing any future upgrades, like bigger turbo, etc, the difference in price on used ones is not that great and you are getting a better engine and transmission with the Sti, not to mention wheels, brakes, suspension, etc. If you find a WRX super cheap and plan to mod, go for it. I guess it just depends on what you are looking for and what you plan to do in the future. The 07-08 can easily be fixed with a simple flash.