jandree22

Eh, I thought about it but... A) It wasn't so much the engine power, but other details that left some to be desired with the Civic. I've decided I don't want to be on a 6 month waiting list for one, which is even optimistic thinking probably C) They didn't even release pricing yet... they claim $20, but I doubt that... Because of their low supply/super high demand, dealers will push them skyward above MSRP D) I need a 4 door And finally, I don't want to have a Rice-Boy image... if I really craved the Si, I'd just save up and get the RSX-S instead to avoid that. With the RSX-S you give up the LSD, but gain leather and other luxury niceties I haven't really checked into used cars a lot yet. I'm on my 6th used car, and I want the refreshing change of getting something all my own, brand spankin' new... but I also understand a lot of super nice cars step down to what I can afford after just a few years. Ths IS300, I do agree, is one pimpin machine :cool: The fastest car I've owned was a 5spd. 93 Cavalier Z24, w/a 3.1L V6... with a crapload of torque and about 140hp... and I LOVED that car, was just starting to fall apart so I had to say goodbye. From what I've found, the 2.5i runs quicker times than that did, so I know I'll be happy with the power. I don't street race or anything(wouldn't dare give Civics w/fart cans the time of day), so just that I can have some fun with it, I don't really care what can beat me.

I personally don't believe in the paint protectants. IMO, nothing beats loyalty of the owner in waxing the car on a normal basis. Just wax it at least once (3-4x pref) a year and that should be all you need. A) Waxing is SO much cheaper You do the work, controlling the quality of the job C) Nothing shows your appreciation more than a waxing of your baby No chance in hell I'd ever get scammed for that crap

Um yeah... you were right. By the way, you were right too! Test drove both the Impreza 2.5i and Civic EX tonight. pfff, no match... the Impreza kicks rump roast! It had a great engine feel, great shifter, great road feel, everything. What a zippy little pocket rocket. I LOVED the styling in person, too.. in particular the head/tail lights and spoiler. The car felt like it had a great, solid build quality behind it, too. One point on the test drive, I was unfamiliar with the road I was on and it was dark out. There was a sudden tight turn I wasn't ready for while I was moving right along, and the little bugger zipped right around it, no sweat! What a fun, invigorating 10min. drive!! Don't get me wrong, the Civic was nice. It was very solid and quiet inside, and even had good power to it, but had NONE of the road feel that the Subi gave me... just felt isolated and bland. Too much pampering for my taste. Also, the shifter SUCKED... notchy and I kept missing the 2-3 shift. I wanted to test drive the WRX, but after the 2.5i, I had no need to. The performance from the N/A Boxer was sweet. Plus it'll save me $5k off the sticker price and I'll get to feed it 87 octane. Thanks for all your responses guys! But some of you hit the nail on the head... the test drive says it all! Mmmm... can't wait till I can own one

Well, even though I'm only planning on buying in upwards of a year from now, I convinced my wife to go test driving with me tomorrow evening. (YAY!) My tentative agenda is... Test drive Impreza 2.5i Sedan Check out Impreza Wagon (Do the sedan's rear seats fold down??) Test drive WRX Sedan (That would be a tough sell for the wifey, but I gotta try, right?) Test Drive Civic Sedan Hopefully I can track all 3 down w/a 5spd! I'll have to call around first to track them down. I'm so into cars, there's no way I could make a spur of the moment last minute decision. I'd rather make my decision way in advance and hype myself up for the big day I roll off the lot EDIT: BTW... As far as the Navi goes, I really have no ambition to go out and spend on a paycheck on an aftermarket system. If I get the Subie, no navi for me. Just would get it on the Civic cause it's a cool toy. I'm also amused by how many nicknames these cars get... my favorite so far, of course, is 'Scooby'

Well my favorite car I've ever owned to this point was a 93 Cavalier Z24 cause it was a manual and had a 3.1L V6. It had more torque(19 lb/ft more) but less hp(33hp less) than the 2.5i. If it behaves anywhere similar to that car, I'm sold... it was a blast to drive. The Civic still sounds good to me because it just sips the gas, but it's also really important that I enjoy driving whatever I buy... I'll probably keep it for a long time.

ACTUALLY, it's a smaller world than you think... I'm coming up to State College today to visit my bro at PSU. (I graduated this past May :cool: ) Also, what's this Cosco program that you're talking about. I've heard about it before, but no clue how it works. I have a membership to Sam's Club, but I guess they don't have an equivalent program.

haha, thanks for the tip... if and when I go through a purchase I'll see what I can work out there, and I'll make sure to check back with you to get your information for a referral I need to get in on a test drive at a local dealer first to see what I think... but I really like the thought of AWD and the engine size seems just right, economical yet powerful. We'll see

Hey all, just registered here. Unfortunately I'm having problems finding expert reviews and information pertaining to Imprezas. I'm looking to buy a new car in the $20k range within the next 6-12 months. I will be honest and get it out in the open... right now my top choice is the new 2006 Civic. I'm attracted to them because of their great gas mileage, amazing reliability, and availability of navigation. But I'm also attracted to Impreza's because of their more powerful torquey 2.5's and of course AWD.(Live in PA w/snow, I'm a skier, don't want an SUV) I'd be looking into the 2.5i Sedan prob with 5spd. manual. Other than that, I really don't know much about them. If you guys could give me all the reasons that I should seriously consider buying an Impreza, I'd appreciate it. Oh, and a particular question I'm wondering... I've heard WRX's with aftermarket exhaust that sound unbelievable, such an aggressive growl. Is this great sounding exhaust still possible with the base 2.5i engine? This is a sound clip of what I'm hoping for... http://members.aol.com/toolmantimtaylor/SubaruStuff/SCOOBYSWEET