04 STI Purchase - Subaru Enthusiasts Car Club of the Sierras

LetItRev · 2005-07-22, 09:46 AM

Greetings,

I know some of you have been researching/had toyed with the idea of the purchase of an 04 STI and am curious what you found as far as pricing.

I am currently eyeing an 04 with 15K, no mods, oh hell, here's the link.

clicky

I am at the point where I want to either continue to mod my car or simply get what I really want before I spend another dime on my current car.

What's a fair price for this car?

MikeK · 2005-07-22, 09:54 AM

I would say that with the 06 models coming out you should be looking to pay in the very low 20s. That car looks alright, but the current bid is right at the top end of what I think an 04 is worth now. If you wait a couple more months until the 06 models hit the showroom floor you should be able to get a decent used STi for 20k or less.

You should definately get an STi instead of modding. You can make a WRX faster in a straight line than an STi for not too much money, but when you factor in the transmission, brakes, suspension and other things that make the STi such a great car, it just isn't worth the money to mod a WRX. If you ever start autocrossing or doing track days you will really appreciate the STi over the WRX.

BTW I love how every used car in the history of used cars has only had "easy highway miles"

MikeK · 2005-07-22, 09:59 AM

I am just reading that ebay link ...

"Things that make this car better than other STIs:
...
3. OEM center console"

WTF?

JC · 2005-07-22, 11:21 AM

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=809153

doubleurx · 2005-07-22, 08:49 PM

I agree with Mike. There is a huge difference between the STI and the WRX. Granted my one experience with mine at the track was no doubt a fluke; the last several track days have made me really appreciate the STI. As far as pricing I would agree that you should be able to find an '04 in the low 20's, if not now very soon when the '06' are on the showroom floor.

zpeed · 2005-07-25, 06:19 AM

Is 06 coming out with that ugly Alfa Romeo design nose job?

cody · 2005-07-25, 11:01 AM

yes.

nightwalker · 2005-07-28, 07:18 PM

anyone know when the 06s are supposed to hit the dealerships?

cody · 2005-07-28, 07:32 PM

According to Nasioc mid to late August or possibly later if you don't pre-order. If you aren't a Nasioc member, you may want to check out this.

2005-07-22, 09:46 AM	#1
LetItRev R.I.P. Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Reno, Nevada Posts: 501 Car: 2004 WRX	04 STI Purchase Greetings, I know some of you have been researching/had toyed with the idea of the purchase of an 04 STI and am curious what you found as far as pricing. I am currently eyeing an 04 with 15K, no mods, oh hell, here's the link. clicky I am at the point where I want to either continue to mod my car or simply get what I really want before I spend another dime on my current car. What's a fair price for this car?

2005-07-22, 11:21 AM	#4
JC Ask me about dubs! Real Name: JC Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 2,895 Car: 2013 Triumph Speed Triple R	http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=809153 __________________ Actually, I am a rocket scientist.

2005-07-25, 11:01 AM	#7
cody Candy Mountain Real Name: Cody Join Date: May 2005 Location: Californication Posts: 7,751 Car: 03 Pussy Wagon, now with more pink! Class: TESP OMG Internet!	yes. __________________ Slow and low, that is the tempo.

2005-07-28, 07:32 PM	#9
cody Candy Mountain Real Name: Cody Join Date: May 2005 Location: Californication Posts: 7,751 Car: 03 Pussy Wagon, now with more pink! Class: TESP OMG Internet!	According to Nasioc mid to late August or possibly later if you don't pre-order. If you aren't a Nasioc member, you may want to check out this. __________________ Slow and low, that is the tempo.

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2005-07-22, 09:54 AM	#2
MikeK Captain Turbo Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Reno Posts: 3,318 Car: 05 STi	I would say that with the 06 models coming out you should be looking to pay in the very low 20s. That car looks alright, but the current bid is right at the top end of what I think an 04 is worth now. If you wait a couple more months until the 06 models hit the showroom floor you should be able to get a decent used STi for 20k or less. You should definately get an STi instead of modding. You can make a WRX faster in a straight line than an STi for not too much money, but when you factor in the transmission, brakes, suspension and other things that make the STi such a great car, it just isn't worth the money to mod a WRX. If you ever start autocrossing or doing track days you will really appreciate the STi over the WRX. BTW I love how every used car in the history of used cars has only had "easy highway miles"

2005-07-22, 09:59 AM	#3
MikeK Captain Turbo Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Reno Posts: 3,318 Car: 05 STi	I am just reading that ebay link ... "Things that make this car better than other STIs: ... 3. OEM center console" WTF?

2005-07-22, 08:49 PM	#5
doubleurx EJ205 Join Date: May 2004 Location: Truckee Posts: 1,948	I agree with Mike. There is a huge difference between the STI and the WRX. Granted my one experience with mine at the track was no doubt a fluke; the last several track days have made me really appreciate the STI. As far as pricing I would agree that you should be able to find an '04 in the low 20's, if not now very soon when the '06' are on the showroom floor.

2005-07-25, 06:19 AM	#6
zpeed EJ251 Real Name: Nat S Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Reno, NV USA Posts: 743 Car: 06 S2000 Class: RNP & PDX	Is 06 coming out with that ugly Alfa Romeo design nose job?

2005-07-28, 07:18 PM	#8
nightwalker EJ18 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Truckee, CA Posts: 50 Car: 2003 Evolution VIII why?	anyone know when the 06s are supposed to hit the dealerships?