dadssub

Hi All, Thanks for the add. little back story I have been driving a 98 ford ranger 2wd basic like no ac basic for the past 4 years. i now have the financial opportunity to upgrade so i started shopping. my criteria: 4wd/awd, fuel efficient,(19 plus combo) roomy (I'm 6'5") and a total project budget of $4100.00 i looked at everthing. too small, gas gussler, crappy awd systems, too small,too small. my wife suggested subaru. Forgive me I come from old school big off road 79 ford ranger 390 burnt orange beast on 35's. "honestly my first thought was you mean those wagons that are covered in every bumper sticker possible clogging up rush hour traffic driving 2-5 miles under the posted speed?." but options were short so i started researching. man i had a lot to learn subaru fit every criteria and then some i have landed on a 04 35th anniv. h6 outback w/ 147k for $3200.00 (still open to suggestions lawyers check is still clearing) i plan a 2 ish" lift baja coils and struct spacers some general grabbers in correct size, lights and basket or as far as $900 will get me. appreciate any input after all i am a subi noobi.j ust please dont flame me for the lift im doing it for ride height (6'5") not too look cool. I stop being cool with my fist kid right? im in the Salem Oregon area and looking forward to connecting with any local crew thanks.