1998 Subaru Legacy GT review from North America
"Expensive to maintain and it still falls apart"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Head gaskets replaced at 50,000 and 75,000 miles.
Radiator replaced at 80,000 miles.
Dash lights burned out at 30,000 miles.
Brakes replaced three times - at $400.00 a pop.
Rust on both rear fenders.
Drivers power window stopped working.
Exhaust system rusted.
General comments?
Fun to drive and fairly comfortable around town, but too firm over frost heaves.
Surprisingly expensive to maintain.
Gas mileage not bad with 5 speed manual. 23 mpg in mixed driving.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 18000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 99000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Civic |
| Date of Entry | 29th August, 2008 |