Would you walk away?

fred.r · 11-09-2009, 12:25 PM

Currently I'm looking for a used STi, found one in my area. It's an 07 w/ 52k though. Seems a bit high for a 3 year old car. Certified used from Subaru, clean carfax, all stock, $25k.
What do you guys think?

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Cao · 11-09-2009, 12:38 PM

this is the KBB suggested retail, click here

mentalcase87 · 11-09-2009, 12:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fred.r

Currently I'm looking for a used STi, found one in my area. It's an 07 w/ 52k though. Seems a bit high for a 3 year old car. Certified used from Subaru, clean carfax, all stock, $25k.
What do you guys think?

Thats just a little less than what my brand new 09 wrx cost....and the diffrence in performance isn't leaps and bounds....

I am not sure about this at all, but i think it might even possibly be slower. I am still new to all this I just know that the 09 are freakin beast and i love it!

fred.r · 11-09-2009, 01:37 PM

I know what the kbb sugested retail is, my main concern is the high mileage for that year, '07 w/ 52k seems weird to me.

Scooby921 · 11-09-2009, 01:40 PM

Ask the dealer if they've done any of the standard 60k mile service items? Offer $23k + they take care of a trans/diff fluid change as well as spark plugs and a fuel filter.

Byzantium · 11-09-2009, 01:42 PM

High mileage for an '07?

Purchased in '06.
Driven 3 yrs.
52k/3 = 17.3k miles a year

?

subyguy21 · 11-09-2009, 01:45 PM

my friend just picked up his 06 with 30k for 20k last week.

NOboostSUBIE · 11-09-2009, 01:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mentalcase87

Thats just a little less than what my brand new 09 wrx cost....and the diffrence in performance isn't leaps and bounds....

I am not sure about this at all, but i think it might even possibly be slower. I am still new to all this I just know that the 09 are freakin beast and i love it!

I see what you are saying here but "performance" is a very relative term. Performance you may be the slightly quicker 0-60 sprint (1 shift in the 5spd vs. 2 shifts in the 6spd), where as the advantages of the STi suspension and brakes may qualify the STi as a better "performance" option. Not trying to hate at all, just pointing out that everything is relative to each driver and I do not see the cars are leaps and bounds apart from a performance aspect.

OP: As you can see the kbb value is right on. I don't see 52k as terrible for an '07, considering the car is (in reality) 3 years old....17k a year isn't all that bad IMO.

snook07wrx · 11-09-2009, 01:45 PM

52k is higher than average, but not crazy, I have 41K on my 07. I'd go w/ Scooby 921's idea though...

fred.r · 11-09-2009, 03:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scooby921

Ask the dealer if they've done any of the standard 60k mile service items? Offer $23k + they take care of a trans/diff fluid change as well as spark plugs and a fuel filter.

That's what I was thinking about offering, I'm hoping to get outside financing and hoping that gives me an advantage.
As for the wrx vs sti debate, please end it now. I'm not buying a wrx, I'm buying an sti and selling my wrx... Plus the new body style isn't my bag regardless of what Im buying.
52k does seem a little high to me, I'm was looking for a car in the 40k range, but pickings for sti's are slim right now, espically certified.

fred.r · 11-09-2009, 03:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subyguy21

my friend just picked up his 06 with 30k for 20k last week.

Certified used from a Subaru dealer?

Beaverboy · 11-09-2009, 03:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NOboostSUBIE

I see what you are saying here but "performance" is a very relative term. Performance you may be the slightly quicker 0-60 sprint (1 shift in the 5spd vs. 2 shifts in the 6spd), where as the advantages of the STi suspension and brakes may qualify the STi as a better "performance" option. Not trying to hate at all, just pointing out that everything is relative to each driver and I do not see the cars are leaps and bounds apart from a performance aspect.

This.

If he plans on tracking the car a used STI is the way to go. In that respect, the STI's performance is leaps and bounds better.

If he just wants a quick car for the street, a new WRX is a far better choice.

mentalcase87 · 11-09-2009, 03:24 PM

Meh I guess it will be figured out else where.

fred.r · 11-09-2009, 03:50 PM

Quit it please.

StuSSYsporT · 11-09-2009, 04:52 PM

my wrx is an 07 (bought it new) and im almost at 60k.

the mileage for this STI is high, but its not outta the norm with DD's

+1 on what scooby921 suggested

andrew3776 · 11-09-2009, 06:18 PM

At least you know most of the miles were from highway driving. I put about 25k a year on my car with a 40 mile a day commute, and also love cruising on the weekends.

Byzantium · 11-09-2009, 06:22 PM

I put 30-32k miles on my WRXs on just the 1st year of ownership on both of them. But last year I put like 4-5k on my current one due to down time and owning another car.

Aspen700 · 11-09-2009, 06:24 PM

its a little high but not crazy. see when the car was sold if you can. if its an early sale '07 then it might have 3 years on the road already. i know i drive 15,500 or so a year. so its very possible for someone to do 17something. and like someone said, see if you can get them to do the 60k service for you.

fred.r · 11-09-2009, 06:35 PM

Car was first bought July '07, 20k by January '08. That guy drove A LOT in 6 months!
The mileage is less concerning after starting this thread and hearing from you guys.
I found an '05 with only 35k for the same price, but I'm not a huge fan of the color.... haha, kinda a ridiculous reason to pass on a car but if it never feels like it's mine I'll never like it completely.

snook07wrx · 11-09-2009, 07:29 PM

yeah, to some color isn't much of an issue, but if you're spending the $$ sometimes it's worth a few extra bills or milage on the car for the 'perfect' car for you

DJS_02_WRX · 11-09-2009, 07:31 PM

I picked up my 2002 WRX with a little bit under 50k miles for 12.9 g's.

If I were you, I'd pass and keep looking.

bulldog2277 · 11-09-2009, 07:43 PM

I had the same problem... my 02 was totaled, wanted an 06/07 sti. Then I decided to drive a 2010 wrx.

I was surprised with how much power the 10 had out of the box. Definitely a better daily driver.

I couldn't find a sti that wasn't beat on locally, so i went the 2010, and I have free service and maintenance for three years.

And now im building my new car they way I want it done.

With the proper mods, a wrx can kill and sti around the track.

However The sti is a much better platform to start with, and if the car is certified, then you have a warranty til 100k anyway so...

you should qualify for a good rate through Subaru for financing (car is certified)

dont forget to check the cost of your insurance (STI>WRX)

Now drive them both and see which you prefer

(dont forget some 07 sti's had a problem in cylinder 4, but the car has 52k and is under warranty)

fred.r · 11-09-2009, 08:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJS_02_WRX

I picked up my 2002 WRX with a little bit under 50k miles for 12.9 g's.

If I were you, I'd pass and keep looking.

You got a 7-8 year old WRX for that, yes, the mileage is low for that year car, but you have to understand a WRX is not an STi.
Dealer is asking blue book, if I come in with a blank check and throw them an offer I should get bellow asking, which is also below blue book, so it's a fair deal.

jsnm · 11-09-2009, 08:38 PM

I just picked up my 06 and it had 71k miles on it,check the carfax too,mine was good,only one owner and had all the maint work done at dealers so it seemed like a good deal.

Americanrebel21 · 11-09-2009, 08:43 PM

Had my 08 just over a year and im at 42k... lol Guess it depends on what u think is high mileage. my brother averages almost 50k a year on his car.

11-09-2009, 12:25 PM	#1
fred.r Scooby Newbie Member#: 204474 Join Date: Mar 2009 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: San Diego, CA Vehicle: 2006 STi WRB	Would you walk away? Currently I'm looking for a used STi, found one in my area. It's an 07 w/ 52k though. Seems a bit high for a 3 year old car. Certified used from Subaru, clean carfax, all stock, $25k. What do you guys think? * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

11-09-2009, 03:24 PM	#13
mentalcase87 Scooby Newbie Member#: 223960 Join Date: Sep 2009 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Vehicle: 2009 WRX Sedan Dark Gray	Meh I guess it will be figured out else where. Last edited by mentalcase87; 11-09-2009 at 03:53 PM.

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11-09-2009, 12:38 PM	#2
Cao NASIOC Supporter Member#: 225826 Join Date: Oct 2009 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: El Monte, California Vehicle: 2009 WRX Obsidean Black Pearl	this is the KBB suggested retail, click here

11-09-2009, 01:37 PM	#4
fred.r Scooby Newbie Member#: 204474 Join Date: Mar 2009 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: San Diego, CA Vehicle: 2006 STi WRB	I know what the kbb sugested retail is, my main concern is the high mileage for that year, '07 w/ 52k seems weird to me.

11-09-2009, 01:40 PM	#5
Scooby921 n00b Moderator Member#: 88606 Join Date: Jun 2005 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: north metro Detroit Vehicle: 2005 WRX :-p	Ask the dealer if they've done any of the standard 60k mile service items? Offer $23k + they take care of a trans/diff fluid change as well as spark plugs and a fuel filter.

11-09-2009, 01:42 PM	#6
Byzantium Scooby Specialist Member#: 207826 Join Date: Apr 2009 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Katabatic Vehicle: 2002 WRX Correct Fitment Crew #034	High mileage for an '07? Purchased in '06. Driven 3 yrs. 52k/3 = 17.3k miles a year ?

11-09-2009, 01:45 PM	#7
subyguy21 Scooby Newbie Member#: 222612 Join Date: Sep 2009 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Lacey Vehicle: 04 stroke3076r wrx WRB	my friend just picked up his 06 with 30k for 20k last week.

11-09-2009, 01:45 PM	#9
snook07wrx Scooby Newbie Member#: 214630 Join Date: Jun 2009 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: Northern IL Vehicle: 2007 WRX stg 2+ WRB	52k is higher than average, but not crazy, I have 41K on my 07. I'd go w/ Scooby 921's idea though...

11-09-2009, 03:50 PM	#14
fred.r Scooby Newbie Member#: 204474 Join Date: Mar 2009 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: San Diego, CA Vehicle: 2006 STi WRB	Quit it please.

11-09-2009, 04:52 PM	#15
StuSSYsporT Scooby Specialist Member#: 160450 Join Date: Sep 2007 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: Diamond Bar, CA Vehicle: 2007 OBP WRX Stage 2 SoCal F4 #25	my wrx is an 07 (bought it new) and im almost at 60k. the mileage for this STI is high, but its not outta the norm with DD's +1 on what scooby921 suggested

11-09-2009, 06:18 PM	#16
andrew3776 Scooby Specialist Member#: 172133 Join Date: Feb 2008 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Holyoke Mass Vehicle: 2003 Stage 2 Wrx rotten banana	At least you know most of the miles were from highway driving. I put about 25k a year on my car with a 40 mile a day commute, and also love cruising on the weekends.

11-09-2009, 06:22 PM	#17
Byzantium Scooby Specialist Member#: 207826 Join Date: Apr 2009 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Katabatic Vehicle: 2002 WRX Correct Fitment Crew #034	I put 30-32k miles on my WRXs on just the 1st year of ownership on both of them. But last year I put like 4-5k on my current one due to down time and owning another car.

11-09-2009, 06:24 PM	#18
Aspen700 Scooby Newbie Member#: 109259 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: NJ Vehicle: 2004 WRX	its a little high but not crazy. see when the car was sold if you can. if its an early sale '07 then it might have 3 years on the road already. i know i drive 15,500 or so a year. so its very possible for someone to do 17something. and like someone said, see if you can get them to do the 60k service for you.

11-09-2009, 06:35 PM	#19
fred.r Scooby Newbie Member#: 204474 Join Date: Mar 2009 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: San Diego, CA Vehicle: 2006 STi WRB	Car was first bought July '07, 20k by January '08. That guy drove A LOT in 6 months! The mileage is less concerning after starting this thread and hearing from you guys. I found an '05 with only 35k for the same price, but I'm not a huge fan of the color.... haha, kinda a ridiculous reason to pass on a car but if it never feels like it's mine I'll never like it completely.

11-09-2009, 07:29 PM	#20
snook07wrx Scooby Newbie Member#: 214630 Join Date: Jun 2009 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: Northern IL Vehicle: 2007 WRX stg 2+ WRB	yeah, to some color isn't much of an issue, but if you're spending the $$ sometimes it's worth a few extra bills or milage on the car for the 'perfect' car for you

11-09-2009, 07:31 PM	#21
DJS_02_WRX Scooby Specialist Member#: 205058 Join Date: Mar 2009 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Natty, PA Vehicle: 2002 WRX Wagon PSM (Cobb Stage 2'd)	I picked up my 2002 WRX with a little bit under 50k miles for 12.9 g's. If I were you, I'd pass and keep looking.

11-09-2009, 07:43 PM	#22
bulldog2277 Scooby Specialist Member#: 157924 Join Date: Aug 2007 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Mckinney Vehicle: 2010 WRX Sedan Back in Black	I had the same problem... my 02 was totaled, wanted an 06/07 sti. Then I decided to drive a 2010 wrx. I was surprised with how much power the 10 had out of the box. Definitely a better daily driver. I couldn't find a sti that wasn't beat on locally, so i went the 2010, and I have free service and maintenance for three years. And now im building my new car they way I want it done. With the proper mods, a wrx can kill and sti around the track. However The sti is a much better platform to start with, and if the car is certified, then you have a warranty til 100k anyway so... you should qualify for a good rate through Subaru for financing (car is certified) dont forget to check the cost of your insurance (STI>WRX) Now drive them both and see which you prefer (dont forget some 07 sti's had a problem in cylinder 4, but the car has 52k and is under warranty)

11-09-2009, 08:38 PM	#24
jsnm Scooby Newbie Member#: 186356 Join Date: Aug 2008 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Delaware Vehicle: 2006 Subaru WRX Aspen White	I just picked up my 06 and it had 71k miles on it,check the carfax too,mine was good,only one owner and had all the maint work done at dealers so it seemed like a good deal.

11-09-2009, 08:43 PM	#25
Americanrebel21 Scooby Newbie Member#: 166087 Join Date: Dec 2007 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Pennsylvania Vehicle: 2008 WRX SPT Tuned Metallic silver	Had my 08 just over a year and im at 42k... lol Guess it depends on what u think is high mileage. my brother averages almost 50k a year on his car.