 Well, almost 2 years into ownership, and I still love this car like no other car that I have ever owned. Admittedly, I baby her. Hand wash and wax, park in isolated spots at malls, etc. However, I still get admiring comments from folks at gas stations and parking attendants 2 years later ! She handles like a dream, the VQ engine puts out great power, and the features can not be duplicated at this price point. The only annoying points are some rattles, and the placement of dashboards instruments. (ie: radio controls). This placement problem was alleviated for the 05 model. Is it practical ? No. You can't fit much in the trunk. But the fun factor more than compensates.  Buy it, and enjoy !!