All things considered, there is no way, no matter how you cut it that you can justify running an Impreza, Its nothing more than a huge slice of self-indulgence, pure and simple. If I wasn't pouring money into a car, what else would I do with it? I have all the house I ever want, I have seen enough of the world, so no need to travel, I don't wnat to go to the grave with a big bank balance. I run mine inspite of the costs, not becasue I can find a way to justify it. As long as I can afford it, I'll run an Impreza (or until I get so old as to embaress my self!).