1998 Subaru Impreza TS review from North America
"Very good car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
There is a persistent clank on bumps in the right rear suspension when the temperature falls below -5 degrees Celsius. Unable to find cause, but probably just deteriorating rubber bushes.
The front brake pads wore out at 76000 km.
The knock sensor died at 86000 km, illuminating the Check Engine Light.
The rubber door seals and other rubber seals around the body are getting tired.
General comments?
The car as delivered was a very determined under steerer. Fitted a 1998 Outback rear anti-roll bar two months after purchase, and handling was transformed for the better.
Nowhere near as good in snow as my previous two Audi quattros. Tends to exhibit a weird torque steer at the front right when accelerating in light snow.
Incredibly reliable overall, and I must say the best car I have ever owned.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 gasoline Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 9 miles |
| Most recent distance | 92500 miles |
| Previous car | Audi 90 |
| Date of Entry | 1st August, 2004 |