I have had my GSR for 3 years and it has been a good car - although I would not report quite the glowing reviews I have seen of it in many places. The upside: very nimble handling turbo-like acceleration 5k-7.5k 28-30mpg year round = FUN!! The downside:

exhaust rattle at 3.2-3.5k rpm (about 60-62 in 5th; a common highway speed) - have had it in 5 times on this problem - including a dealer - and still have the problem over a year later (it drives me nuts and sounds like I am driving a junker),

timing belt broke at 75k but VERY fortunately (and, according to many mechanics, unusually) no valves were damages (so it cost me $700 instead of $3,000 or more for a rebuilt engine).

Just putting things I carry to and from work every day is a hassle because access to the backseat is so tight.

Headroom is so limited that I can't wear a hat (and I am only 5'9").

Amount Paid (US$): 7500
Condition: Used
Model Year: 1996
Model and Options: GS-R