Nooo! Don't get rid of the ///M!
But if you insist on getting something within reason for payments, I'd suggest the EVOX:
Wingless
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In my opinion, it'll give you what you're looking for with the looks to beat an STi.
EDIT: I realized that I just showed you pics of all modded EVOX's. BAD! You're supposed to be budgeting your $$. lol