[ben14142001]

I agree with you, the 5.0 is pretty hard to beat performance wise for the price. Honestly, I thought the new pricing for STi's 08+ was just too much. I paid 32k otd for mine back in 05 (obviously there were less options, mostly nav), but I test drove an 08 and it really didn't feel like an almost 40k car (equipped) to me.

Originally Posted by Nikkahtropolis

I don't get what you're saying. You said you configured a 2011 STi sedan. The base price on one would be $34k. A 2011 5.0 with a 6MT, Brembo brake package and 3.73 diff would still be cheaper, like around $33k. It's faster, RWD, and sounds better.

Don't get me wrong, I love the STi, but I just think the 5.0 is a better deal on a majority of aspects.

[BrokenVert]

Lol the point of this thread isn't to influence a car buying descision. It's to snip it in the bud, ie make it disappear...not make me another car

I do love the 5.0 and I've always loved mustangs but I need a winter car. The 135 is getting a bit hairy at times in the snowiest city in america.

Originally Posted by Nikkahtropolis

I don't get what you're saying. You said you configured a 2011 STi sedan. The base price on one would be $34k. A 2011 5.0 with a 6MT, Brembo brake package and 3.73 diff would still be cheaper, like around $33k. It's faster, RWD, and sounds better.

Don't get me wrong, I love the STi, but I just think the 5.0 is a better deal on a majority of aspects.

[sysfailur]

I've got an 08 STi and an 09 135i (coupe). When I grab for keys in the morning on the way out the door, I come up with the keys to the Subaru 9 times out of 10.

I'd buy the Subaru and never look back.

[Axelfuzz]

I have a bit of experience in this department. My previous car was a 2005 STi. The car was an absolute blast to drive. It made even the most mundane drive to the grocery store exciting. Hear are a few drawbacks that led me to choose the BMW over it.

1. Does not age well. The suspension is very firm from the factory, after about 10,000 miles you will hear every piece of metal rattle in the car on the smoothest roads. The paint does not stand up to miles well either. I had rust issues early and the paint is so thin you can scratch it by breathing.

2. The "hardcore" nature of the car, or complete lack of creature comforts gets old. It would be nice to hear the radio, but forget about it if you are driving more than 60mph. It can also be challenging to have a conversation with someone in the car (or on your cell phone) while driving.

3. Feels like you are probably going to get crushed if you get in an accident with anything larger than a Smart car.

PM if you want me to go into anymore specifics about my ownership experience with the car.

[jpsum]

Originally Posted by Nikkahtropolis

I don't get what you're saying. You said you configured a 2011 STi sedan. The base price on one would be $34k. A 2011 5.0 with a 6MT, Brembo brake package and 3.73 diff would still be cheaper, like around $33k. It's faster, RWD, and sounds better.

Don't get me wrong, I love the STi, but I just think the 5.0 is a better deal on a majority of aspects.

Mustang can't get you AWD tho. And that's a major factor in some areas of the country.

[Hedges]

Nice! I would get that for my winter beater!

[BrokenVert]

You guys are no help...lol

[M3ltdown]

I wouldn't mind an STI for a winter car... but definitely wont spend the $$$ to get it new.

[double_j]

That 5 door has really been growing on me. I always have to do a double take when I see one on the road.

[BrokenVert]

I just optioned one up to 41K.

There is only one option box to tick on an STI...how is that possible. Maybe I'll wait a year or two

[Tondtar]

Originally Posted by anthony @ eas

Don't buy it...








Buy the hatch!

Nice car ... but isn't $36K price tag kind of high for a rice rocket?

[solefald]

Originally Posted by Tondtar

Nice car ... but isn't $36K price tag kind of high for a rice rocket?

This right here pretty much sums it up.

[ragingclue]

Originally Posted by Tondtar

Nice car ... but isn't $50K price tag kind of high for an entry level kraut rocket?

[Tondtar]

Originally Posted by ragingclue

Nice car ... but isn't $50K price tag kind of high for an entry level kraut rocket?

Well, you can pretty much not do any mods to a $50K Karut Rocket and it still looks fairly decent stock. I doubt if you can say the same thing about most rice rockets. I think the shot posted above is a good example :

How much do you estimate the cost of mods were on that car? I know, we don't have a list of work done but still, I guess somewhere around $10K or so. That puts it around $50K range. Now, with that final price tag, which car do you think is a better deal?

FY - This is how that car looks stock. Quite different feel, IMO :

[BrokenVert]

^Those Advans alone are 3K

[Dre01SS]

Originally Posted by Tondtar

Well, you can pretty much not do any mods to a $50K Karut Rocket and it still looks fairly decent stock. I doubt if you can say the same thing about most rice rockets.

Looks cannot be measured the same as performance/price/etc... Its an opinion, not a quantifiable measure.

With 265-HP starting at $25K the 5-Door WRX isn't bad at all. If you want more bells and whistles, go slightly used with an STI and you probably won't break the bank.

[ragingclue]

Originally Posted by Tondtar

Well, you can pretty much not do any mods to a $50K Karut Rocket and it still looks fairly decent stock. I doubt if you can say the same thing about most rice rockets. I think the shot posted above is a good example :

How much do you estimate the cost of mods were on that car? I know, we don't have a list of work done but still, I guess somewhere around $10K or so. That puts it around $50K range. Now, wit that price tag, which car do you think is a better deal?

Depends on what your priorities are really.

[Freakazoid]

Originally Posted by Dre01SS

Looks cannot be measured the same as performance/price/etc... Its an opinion, not a quantifiable measure.

With 265-HP starting at $25K the 5-Door WRX isn't bad at all. If you want more bells and whistles, go slightly used with an STI and you probably won't break the bank.

This. If you're an AWD person, 25k for a brand new WRX is quite a good deal. Personally I still can't justify the insane price difference between a brand new WRX and a brand new STI

[ragingclue]

I guess I just don't put enough stock in the exterior cosmetics of the car.... That's very low on the priority list for me. I kinda like things like... you know... not having to take the car in for 11 unscheduled service trips in the first two years of ownership (bought new), resale projections, straight line performance, handling, comfort, features, practicality, etc... In no particular order of course (Except for the first one).

IDGAF if my car's ugly from the outside. It's a car, not a wife or mistress.

[jpsum]

Originally Posted by Freakazoid

This. If you're an AWD person, 25k for a brand new WRX is quite a good deal. Personally I still can't justify the insane price difference between a brand new WRX and a brand new STI

+1

The WRX STi Limited has a $37k MSRP price tag. That's $12k difference compared to the WRX!!!

[Tondtar]

Originally Posted by ragingclue

I guess I just don't put enough stock in the exterior cosmetics of the car.... That's very low on the priority list for me. I kinda like things like... you know... not having to take the car in for 11 unscheduled service trips in the first two years of ownership (bought new), resale projections, straight line performance, handling, comfort, features, practicality, etc... In no particular order of course (Except for the first one).

IDGAF if my car's ugly from the outside. It's a car, not a wife or mistress.

All 3 can be easily replaced ...However, the price tag for the change may differ quite drastically

[BrokenVert]

Originally Posted by jpsum

+1

The WRX STi Limited has a $37k MSRP price tag. That's $12k difference compared to the WRX!!!

But it has Leather seats! And a moonroof!