You can't go wrong with either car. I was in your position like 2 years ago. Personally I think the Evo will be your better bang for the buck since it is so much cheaper for parts and maintenance. The Suby's boxer engine makes it a pain in the ass to work on.
Although the Suby has the Evo beat with that beautiful rumble sound, the Evo beats the Suby in looks. The better daily driver would be the Evo and so many people have told me that including STI owners. So to answer your question roll with an '03 Evo VIII, I picked mine up last year from the original owner. It had 38,0000 miles on the clock and bone stock, I picked it up for 15 grand.

So best of luck to you!

Let me know what you decide to roll with, it's always nice to have another Suby/Evo friend!


Also if I didn't fully answer all of your questions, check out either

www.wrxatlanta.com

or

www.evoatlanta.com

Again best of luck to you!