2003 Subaru Baja Sport review from North America
"You get your money's worth with this one"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Wind noise on driver front window gasket. A rock took out left fog light.
General comments?
It's been very solid and reliable. Aside from the wind gasket in the left front door, nothing wrong with the car. Only things I ever did was scheduled maintenance since it was bought for 23000 bucks.
I have hauled everything including the kitchen sink. Added a tonneau cover lately, so now the bed is covered. Plywood could be a problem, but it can carry anything else.
Goes anywhere, I mean anywhere. Snow, Ice, Sleet, Rain, it gets more places then the USPS. Limited slip and AWD makes slick look like dry. Not a rocket off the line, but it can cruise down the road. Mileage is about 28 on the highway.
Rear visibility kinda poor, but I use my side mirrors anyway. Legroom is barely adequate, but I come with long legs anyway.
Still not used to the silver cladding, that's gonna go bye-bye someday.
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| Rides like a Boeing 747 |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 liter4 cylinder boxer Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 6 miles |
| Most recent distance | 24000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Taurus |
| Date of Entry | 14th February, 2005 |