I lived in the UK for a few years and quickly learned (er, was told, rather) that the only people with STi's are drug-dealers
. You really never see anything past an 04-05 out there. I think I may have seen one 06-07, but nothing newer. It's unfortunate that all of Europe charges insurance based on the engine size (not that the scoobs pack a V8, but still
) In the US, I hop on the family plan, get a 'good student' discount and a good driver discount, and I'm cruisin' 
As an aside, what is your avatar from?
Just to keep my post on topic, here is a photo of a dog.

















