1990 Subaru Legacy GT review from Kenya
"I love the car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Crankshaft pulley gave way at 145000 km. Cost 80$ to replace it.
The air conditioner runs hot unless the gas is refilled. It empties in less than a month.
Some months back, the engine overheated after losing water through a worn out radiator cap. Only damage was to the knock sensor which was replaced for 100$.
Have had to replace some suspension bushes, but that is expected considering the bad roads here.
The clutch shudders in the morning when cold, but it was checked and found to be good.
Fuel pump ceased at 152000 km. Replacement cost 500$ at the dealer.
General comments?
Fuel consumption ranges from 8km/l in town to 11km/l on the highway.
Generally it has been a good car, able to go to places only 'off-roaders' should. It's also pretty stable at speed on our rough roads.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1990 |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 turbo petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 120000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 160000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Subaru Legacy |
| Date of Entry | 1st December, 2007 |