1979 Subaru Leone DL review from Australia and New Zealand
"An absolute dream first car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
2 pistons needed replacing.
Clutch was replaced for a learning driver.
Major rust problem in the drivers side door.
General comments?
I love my Subaru Leone. The engine, even though it's done 189500 k's still has a lust for life and the car runs superbly.
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![]() ![]() | 1981 - Leone DL 1.8 horizontally opposed Cheap and reliable |
![]() ![]() | A great little car with loads of character |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 189000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 189500 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 30th May, 2002 |


