I cannot say it better than what Rob1n1 just said. I could have easily paid for an STI, but I cannot get a limited in a hatch, and paying 38k+ for a loaded STI with the same basic and power train and interior as came out in 2008, just seemed... well dumb to be honest. I have had a loaded 2011 WRX which I modded (which is close enough to the 2013 STI in most cases) , and my Golf R is a better car in darn near every aspect. For ME PERSONALLY, THe extra sliver of performance a new STI provides did not justify the extra money, cut rate interior, harsh ride, out of date tech, and old design. IF the new STI was out, this probably would not have been even a remote discussion. I would think the new STI will be a far more modern car.
I am not asking anybody to understand my purchase completely. It was never my intention to try to justify my decision, I gave my rationale and it is fine if others agree or not agree. I have been around here long enough to give up on trying to please everybody.