it took me 30 minutes to start modding my 2011 when i got it. drove it home and had a kartboy short shifter and bushings waiting for me. i didn't even have all the plastic off the interior yet.
BUT, i can say this car has held its value far superior to anything i've owned. i see used 2011 wrxs go for more than i paid with more miles than my car. that being said, i didn't buy my car as an investment. i bought it to drive it and enjoy it. i like modding. that thrill of installing the mod with the benefit just around the corner, nothing better.