2 or 1 car?

[Atticus808]

Originally Posted by DeeezNuuuts83

I don't see a point to owning both a Corolla and an FR-S, especially when it sounds like you likely won't need much extra room since it's just you and your girlfriend. They're both four-cylinders that get above-average fuel economy, so realistically speaking you'd be choosing between a really fun, sporty car that gets really good fuel economy or a commuter sedan that gets really great fuel economy.

Your second option is a pretty good balance, especially if your circumstances allow for two vehicles. Obviously the FR-S (or BRZ) will be a better daily driver, getting really good fuel economy while still being really fun to drive three seasons out of the year. And then you can just garage it and take the WRX instead on days when you actually do need to fit two additional regular-sized people and/or cargo or if the weather is less-than-stellar, whether it's pouring rain or covered in snow.

Continuing to keep the Corolla as your only car is probably the most financially responsible option, which will certainly free up funds that you could put toward your home purchase or a bigger car purchase in the future. However, I would steer you away from the STI. There's nothing wrong with it, and it's not because I own an Evo, but frankly, unless you just really, really love it for some reason, you're better off either getting a WRX or an Evo X. The standard WRX looks almost the same while offering about 95% of the STI's straightline performance and maybe 85% of its cornering ability for around 75% of its price (and also having lower running costs in terms of lower insurance rates and slightly better fuel economy). If the STI's pricetag isn't a big deal for you, then that definitely makes the Evo X something to cross-shop. They're both capable, fast AWD cars, but anyone who has pushed both can confirm that the Evo handles better (and feels like it handles better, too), as I remember a few of the earlier reviews of the FR-S/BRZ comparing its steering feel to the Evo's. And if you wanted or needed it, there's always the dual-clutch option.

A few other people have mentioned that you could just sell the Corolla, pick up an FR-S and then find a used WRX, since it's not as if it's going to be driven everyday.

I'd keep the corolla for winter, or when I am going somewhere with more people, or have multiple golf clubs, or bring bottles to the depot, or have pets in there, etc.
this way I can also keep the frs at lower mileage.

getting the wrx would be a balance of fun and practicality.

i would like a gtr though! haha

[Midnightuner]

Originally Posted by Atticus808

me too, Edmonton.
but I imagine hearing all the sand hitting your car from the vehicle in front!

That's true but also life

[DeeezNuuuts83]

Originally Posted by Atticus808

this way I can also keep the frs at lower mileage.

But I don't think that should be a big deal. Like I said, it gets good enough gas mileage as it is, and the running costs of it likely aren't too bad. The car should last, so it's not as if a lot of miles is going to make the car break down in a few years. Additionally, it's not likely going to climb in value or anything like that since it's made in big enough numbers.

[Buzzy]

I say get as many cars as you can. Make up excuses to what each one is for.
I have a 1978 Lincoln Mark V on 22's thats for drive in movies a 1984 rx7 with 550hp that one is for racing, a 1988 rx7 400 hp convertible for sunny days, a 1976 Maverick Grabber for old times sake, a 1967 f100 prostreet truck for car shows, a 2007 expedition max for winter and family trips, frs for daily driver.