Is the Subaru Legacy Outback a good car?

Is the Subaru Legacy Outback a good car?

Subaru Legacy Outback could possiable be THE prefect car, a mix of comfort, performance and reliability. Having owned this car for 5 years, we have been through many many things. Comfortably holds 5 adults and all luggage for a weeks vacation, 31 mpg.

Is the 1998 Subaru Legacy GT in mint condition?

I have a 1998 Subaru Legacy GT with 243,000 km on the engine. The car is in mint condition – arctic white paint. The head gasket now needs to be replaced. Did all the maintenance.

How many miles does a Subaru Legacy GT blow?

Subaru has known about the head gasket problems plaguing the 97′ thru 01’s for a long time and they aren’t doing anything to help their loyal customers out. Cost me over $2,400! to get it back on the road again. They blow at around 90,000 miles. I have a 1998 Subaru Legacy GT with 243,000 km on the engine.

Where is the programming button on a Subaru Outback?

Kind of straight up and mounted on a metal mounting bracket. It looks just like a little black end of a magic marker, about 1/2 inch in diameter. The button is located just above the drivers side kick panel. about two of three inches back from the door opening.

Subaru Legacy Outback could possiable be THE prefect car, a mix of comfort, performance and reliability. Having owned this car for 5 years, we have been through many many things. Comfortably holds 5 adults and all luggage for a weeks vacation, 31 mpg. Now, this car does not have a lot of “get up and go” but that isn’t what it is made for!

What kind of engine does a 1998 Subaru Legacy have?

The 1998 Subaru Legacy is a very decent car with an oddball four-cylinder engine and AWD.Is just the right amount of quirkiness if this car was a person it would be old enough to get a drink but yet it’s still rides like a dream with soft and cushy suspension and also considering the fact it doesn’t have power steering it handles…

Which is the best Subaru Outback to buy?

Subaru is known for making reliable vehicles, and the 2020 Legacy and 2020 Outback are both excellent choices for anyone in the market for a new vehicle. Their exterior differences are obvious, since one is a SUV/crossover and the other is a sedan.

How much does a Subaru Legacy wagon cost?

Subaru has known about the head gasket problems plaguing the 97′ thru 01’s for a long time and they aren’t doing anything to help their loyal customers out. Cost me over $2,400! to get it back on the road again.

Is there a 1998 Subaru Legacy for sale?

There aren’t any 1998 Subaru Legacy for sale near you. Purchased in 2000 with 20k miles. AWD/Auto/Leather/dual sunroof/All weather pkg/loaded. Drives through anything! Has taken me home every time through bad weather and good! With 198,000 miles on her now, she is still going strong.

Overall, the Subaru Legacy Outback is well conceived. Its all-wheel drive powertrain is a major plus on slippery roads. The Outback rides comfortably and its interior is reasonably roomy and quiet.

What can cause a Subaru Legacy to shake?

I have a 2009 Subaru Legacy automatic transmission. One of two things I think could be happening here. One of your wheels might have thrown a weight and become unbalanced. Second thing to check is to see if you have any ice buildup on the inside of the rim which would also have caused an imbalance.

What are the problems with a 2003 Subaru Outback?

Owner Reported Trouble Spots. The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2003 Subaru Outback owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle. Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, loose or cracked seals and/or weather-stripping, air and water leaks.

How many times has the Subaru Outback been recalled?

The 2003 Subaru Outback has been recalled 15 times by NHTSA. View Recalls Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers.

What kind of problems did the 1998 Subaru Legacy have?

The 1998 Subaru Legacy wagon that I had bought for a 2nd car, gave us nothing but trouble. So glad I got rid of it…it was nothing but a money pit. Oil leaks, gaskets, brakes, air conditioner problems, and then finally what broke the camels back transmission problems!!!!!

Are there any problems with the Subaru Outback?

Check out our Subaru Outback overview to see the most problematic years, worst problems and most recently reported complaints with the Outback.

Are there any recalls on the 2002 Subaru Outback?

The 2002 Subaru Outback has been recalled 5 times by NHTSA. View Recalls Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead.

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