we've had our wrx since 10/01 and havent had any problems.....like said before, as long as you take care if it, you should be fine.......it handles and performs great, and is comfy.... but our gas mileage isnt all that great but its not bad....and make sure you get new freakin crush washers when you change your oil or itll drip and you'll hafta do it again....and the flywheel chatters....but overall, its a great car!....id hafta say that its the best bang for tha buck!