Autumn

Thanks to all for the great and helpful replies. I have an UPDATE on what caused the original failure. The shop owner that is working on the engine tells me that the bolt that holds the timing belt tensioner is what failed. He further states that the car is a one owner and that the timing belt was changed at 90K. Does this new information change anyone's opinion about the car? Thanks again for all of your help. Autumn

Thanks very much for all of your great replies. You all have given me many things to think about. Your help is much appreciated. Autumn

Outback 97, Thanks for the reply. This is my first time posting on your board. Please excuse my ignorance about the search options. I am very embarrassed. I was hoping to get some information as to why I should not buy this vehicle. It is for my daughter who is a little down on her luck at the moment and I wanted to provide her with some decent transportation....that would last for a while. It appears that most people that have these vehicles really like them. That is very encouraging to me, but it would be most helpful if I also knew about the pitfalls...if there are any. Thanks again for your help. Autumn

Good Day, I am thinking of buying a '96 Outback, 2.5, Auto, w/112K miles for $4000. The timing chain let go and the upper engine has been just rebuilt, so all of the fluids have been replaced. The tires and brakes are new, the body is perfect (with minor paint scratches) and the interior is great. However, the headlamps appear milky and the fuel door says I have to use premium fuel. Where would I go to replace the headlamps....or clean them up? Do I really have to use premium? Any other issues that I should look out for? I see from other posts that the folks that own these cars really like them. Thanks very much for your help. Autumn