1994 Subaru Legacy GT review from Australia and New Zealand
"I will never own another one again!!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Auto failure (No "D") at 92000km was replaced by the dealer. Took 6 weeks to do so though!
Water pump ($90) at 110000km followed by the radiator ($350) about 2 days later.
Melted No4 piston at 135000km (New long block $1500). Did the cambelt and all the idlers and tensioners ($400) at same time.
New steering rack ends at 137000km ($55).
New bottom rear bushes on front suspension arms ($125).
Now it appears that a wheel bearing is on its way out by the sound of it.
This car has cost me a lot of money over the last 2 years. I have save heaps by doing all the labour myself.
General comments?
On the good side, it handles well and is reasonably quick. I still enjoy driving it.
The interior is well appointed, with everything within easy reach.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1994 |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 turbo Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 91000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 148000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Toyota 4Runner |
| Date of Entry | 21st July, 2007 |