We got this in the summer of '08.
A 2007 Forester, tapped from behind and pushed into the vehicle in front of it. Cosmetic damage only, no deployed air bags.
It's great on gas, comfortable and great in the snow. It's only been brakes, oil changes and two sets of tires for the first 6 years; but got bitten by the Subaru head gasket bug last winter. That sucked, but could have happened, branded or not.
It is branded rebuilt, and as has been mentioned, would be impossible to sell again, even if you could find someone willing to buy an 8 year old branded car.
I'm OK with it being in my driveway until it goes to the crusher.
Would I do it over? Can't say for sure, but this car has been a pretty good experience.