Since this question is about the WRX and not the STi, I'd have to respectfully differ from the rest here. 2006 is the best year for the WRX. In 2006, along with revised styling, the WRX got the following updates from the JDM model: 1. read more
And as the older WRX and STi seem to hold their value VERY well (my 2006 is still worth 40% of what I paid for it new) I think buying a new car is a good option compared to paying 80% or more for a 3 year old car. read more