From Vermont as well, I just recently picked up a 2005 Legacy GT sedan 5sp Manual in good condition.
I was looking for something cheap I can finish learning Manual on and then down the road possible convert it into a Rally car, but I found this accidentally shopping and just had to get it and to be honest it's way too nice and good condition to turn into a novice Rally car.
But back on topic, I was curious about doing something like this, for clearance during the winter time. I still have my normal boring Automatic 2015 Impreza hatch, so maybe I'll leave this a fun Summer vehicle.