Subaru Impreza

Price Paid:  $25400.00 from Robert's

Year / Model Reviewed:
2004 Impreza WRX sedan

Summary:
This car is amazing to drive. Immediate response when you need accelerate and handling to fantastic. I looked at a number of cars around the same price range and nothing compared.

Strengths:
Great looking inside and out. Improvements over past years in terms of exterior looks. Sets keep driver and front passenger in place. I waited until the WRX came out with some of the creature comforts - i.e., sunroof, heated seats, side mirrors and windshield. MOMO steering wheel adds a classy touch.

Weaknesses:
Paint seems a bit thin. Carpeting cheap looking. Reception of radio has a lot to be desired.

Similar Products Used:
VW GTI 1.8T

Price Paid:  $26000.00

Year / Model Reviewed:
2003 wrx

Summary:
There is tubo lag on a turbo charged vehicle,that is the time frame when acceleration to a specified rpm is reached the the turbo delivers boost, if boowt is deliverd to quickly engine damage may occur, turbo lag is the technical term for such a drivability concern..

Price Paid:  $23500.00 from Galles/Davis

Year / Model Reviewed:
2003 Subaru Impreza WRX

Summary:
I actually had intended to buy a new Nissan 350Z. My local dealer had advertised 2003 WRX's at $3000 below sticker price. I went and drove the car and had to have it. I had a 1969 Camaro Z28 and a 1970 Mustang Mach 1 years ago and this is the most fun car to drive since those muscle cars. I am still breaking it in but the handling and the rush when the turbo kicks in is a blast. I recommend this car to anyone wanting top notch performance at a reasonable price.

Strengths:
Acceleration, handling and price. Because of the dealer $3000 discount I was able to add the rear spoiler, turbo boost gauge, carbon fiber dash kit, short throw shifter, security system, upgraded stereo with subwoofer and upgraded speakers for the regular sticker price of the vehicle.

Weaknesses:
I haven't really found a weakness yet. I did add the rear spoiler because it improves the rear of the car tremendously.

Price Paid:  $26500.00 from Subaru (DelrayMotors

Year / Model Reviewed:
2003 Subaru Impreza

Summary:
This car hauls!!! At first my option were a Celica GTS or the WRX. Then i realized that theres not much difference in the price so i leaned more on the WRX. When i heard about the 350Z, i feel in love. I almost bought the car too but it was too much. So i ended up with the WRX. One of my greatest decisions. I never regreted buying it. AWD and turbo, u cant go wrong. The ride is very smooth, acceleration is pretty fast, and cornering is very stable.

Strengths:
Acceleration, AWD, turbo, stiff cornering, handling, 6 CD changer, MOMO wheel.

Price Paid:  $36500.00 from Subaru City Edmonton

Year / Model Reviewed:
2003 WRX

Summary:
I needed a truck or something that could spin all 4 wheels due to the snow. my dad pointed out subaru and i fell in love with the wrx immediatly. sexy, smooth, FAST and handles like a dream. Cold mornings i turn up the heated seats and in summer i let hte a/c crank. the car is fully loaded even for a base model! A tuners dream as well!

Strengths:
AWD, turbo, style of interior, momo, 6disc in dash, heated seats, 4 wheel disc, awesome handling. incredible acceleraction, smooth.

Weaknesses:
weak battery. non painted side skirts. stock speakers have no bass.

Similar Products Used:
most compact cars.