kipper26 Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 Hey guys...I just joined the forum because I am thinking about buying a 1997 legacy outback with 92,000 miles on it. I just turned 19 today and I am going to be commuting to college in the fall about 40 min drive. I am just wondering if anyone would own an outback and can givce me the positives and negatives about their experience. The car is also being sold for 5,500 which I find pretty good becaus ethe retail says 8 grand, but I wnat to know what you guys think. Thanks, Kip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subyrally Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 wrong forum, but sounds like a good deal. you want to look in the new school forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffast Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 sounds ok but your in the wrong forum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calebz Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 Not anymore Moved Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPX Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 Hey guys...I just joined the forum because I am thinking about buying a 1997 legacy outback with 92,000 miles on it. I just turned 19 today and I am going to be commuting to college in the fall about 40 min drive. I am just wondering if anyone would own an outback and can givce me the positives and negatives about their experience. The car is also being sold for 5,500 which I find pretty good becaus ethe retail says 8 grand, but I wnat to know what you guys think.Thanks, Kip These are pretty good commuter cars. Mileage is better overall in a Honda or a Toyota than a comparably equipped Subaru. But the AWD is the clincher isn't it? Watch out for head gaskets - if the car has had any history of coolant leakage, overheating or mixing oil with the coolant (check the reservior). This means checking out the water pump as well. Oil leaks - front crank and cam seals. Easy to spot since it drips right on top of the exhaust Y pipe just behind the crossmember. Timing belt change is usually a good idea if things progress this far. Wheel bearings - at 80K+ the originals are probably going to start going out. And get a small pillow for your lower back! Good luck with your purchasing decision! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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