I resolved this dilemma by buying a 6-speed Alltrack and bolting an R suspension and GTI turbo to it. It’s a fun little sports wagon.

Come to think of it... I know a faster way to get it down here!

This naming scheme inspires

Ennui

My father owned one of these and watching it gradually impoverish my family was one of the stronger car memories from my childhood.

Same thoughts here. I went from a WRX Wagon (5-Speed) to a Forester XT SUV (4-spd autotragic) and when it came time to replace the latter, my only acceptable Suburu choice was an overpriced 12-year-old Legacy Spec B wagon... if I could find one. I now own a Golf Alltrack with a 6-spd and a selection of transferred…

That looks like a Gilette razor on wheels.