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I have a 2007 Legacy Sedan that recently started overheating, it would go up to the red line and initially it would drop down again and then go back up. I did not drive it that far when I noticed the problem but I did have to drive some distance and so I stopped the car to have something to eat, etc. a couple of times to let the engine cool down to prevent any more serious problem. I took the car to a trusted Mechanic who is a Suburu Expert with a private shop. He went through all the standard procedures, checking for leaks, radiator, smoke in the exhaust, coolant in the oil, etc. etc. No problem with any of this. So he then ordered a new OEM Thermostat and replaced the old one but it would not open. He tested it outside the car and it was fine, he also flushed the Radiator but found the flushed coolant to be clean. All of this done he removed the Thermostat which eliminated the overheating and informed me that there must be a problem in the engine and it would be too expensive for me to have it removed and overhauled and that I did not need the Thermostat. I have since learned that this is not a good idea cause it can cause other problems. I have 12 months to go on my Chase Car Loan and owe approx. $4000 so I must assume I will not be able to trade the car in for another until that is paid off. This is all very disturbing to me because I live in a rural area where a car is essential and I need to make occasional trips back and forth to NYC and now I'm afraid to make the trip. This is a Life Threatening situation for me and I would very much appreciate feedback about this. While it may not be ideal, is it OK for me to run the car without the Thermostat the 12 months I have to go before my loan is paid and I can trade my car in for another New or Late Model??? (Oh Yes, the Temp Indicator is registering correctly now constantly at the middle line and I tested the Heater and it works fine and likewise the AC. In addition the AC was on when the car first started to overheat.)