I am not competely sure how much she paid in the end, but i believe the car was approx 10grand with 29k miles. She got it from Hertz rent a car.
Money was an issue. Her old car was totaled and she couldn't afford big monthly payments since she is nursing school. She prob could have paid another...
Ahh, I just re-read your original post. Yeah, I agree. The feel of the wheel is too mushy. That is one thing I don't like about my car. I wish it was a bit stiffer, especially on the freeway. I guess I am used to it now.
The stock suspension, namely stock tires, leaves a lot to be desired on the WRX. Better tires is probably mod #1 WRX owners should perform.
I have yet to drive my gf's mp5 so I can't compare my current setup with a stock mp5.
My gf just bought a used 2002 MP5. She loves the car so far. I like it too. I was looking at the MP5 before I got by WRX. I think its by far the best looking wagon/hatchback.
She is not really into performance mods like I am but i'll probably end up upgrading her stereo.
Just wanted to say...