So your going to sell two vehicles to get one with a payment... Seems like a good way to spend money, not save it.
Please explain the need for AWD. People have driven in snow and ice for about 90 years without it. When I was 17 and 18 and everyone was terrified of a blizzard, I'd intentionally go out and drive to develop snow driving skills. Maybe I'm alone, but the last thing I wanted was to be a grown man in the middle of a NY blizzard and not be able to get where I needed to get. /rant
Wow, why no love for EVOs?
OP, congrats on the decision and getting an EVO!!! They are really fun, awesome, fast cars. Unlike everyone else, I would consider the EVO a MAJOR upgrade over a fox. Have fun with it! Then later on down the road, you can always pick up a fox for 2k or so to mess with. I personally think an EVO is a great alternative to having 2 cars. Hell, I would trade all 3 of my mustangs for an EVO in a heartbeat.
Evos are sweet. I'm not saying I would take one over my WRX... But AWD is definitely an advantage in the winter, and you can tune an Evo to high heaven.
My evo 8 was the best car i ever owned. i will forever regret selling it. you will be very happy with your choice!
STI'S are dime a dozen around here, evo ftw