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I am now thinking that I might want to save for a couple months and get a good gen 1 impreza for 2 grand. that newer engine sounds very reliable. your thoughts?

so to start with I don't own a Subaru yet. I own a 89 vw fox, it is light, nimble, and sips gas. but now I am looking for something a little more practical (wagon), and a little more snow traction (4wd), yet has the same traits above that I liked about the fox. my price range is about $500-$1000 and I am fairly mechanically inclined. so I think I have narrowed my search to 2nd or 3rd gen gl, or 1st gen legacy. I am leaning towards the 3rd gen gl because I want light, 4d wagon, that sips gas(optional 4wd). any suggestions? also suggestions on what to watch out for?