1988 Subaru Justy 4x4 GL review from North America
"Tough as nails"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Major unexpected items were:
1) New synchros on 3rd and 4th gear at 98,000 (warranty).
2) Rear driveshaft at 175,000 KM.
3) Rear shock tower rubber cushions at 200,000 KM.
General comments?
CV joints are pretty well gone (300,000 KM) but who can complain?
Engine still bullet proof, never been touched even though driven like I hated it.
I finally parked it for good after 11 years and 310,000 KM. I promptly went out and bought a used '91.
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| 1988 - Justy GL 1.2L 3 cylinder. Best car I've owned (20 vehicles and counting) Can't kill it!!! |
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| My favorite car out of the 30+ cars I've owned |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 1988 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1999 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.2 gasoline Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 310000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mitsubishi Colt |
| Date of Entry | 7th December, 2000 |