1996 Subaru Impreza LX review from North America
"Great car for the money, good gas mileage, fun to drive"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Struts went at 90,000.
Rear ball bearings had to be replaced at 140,000.
Got the valve seals? replaced at 120,000.
General comments?
Great handling, love the engine, the 5-speed transmission is fun. Gets good gas mileage. Great in the snow. Repairs have been expected and affordable, the engine and the transmission seem unstoppable!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 80000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 148000 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Intrepid |
| Date of Entry | 13th May, 2008 |