1989 Subaru Legacy RS review from Australia and New Zealand
"Velcro on wheels"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Gear-box tail-shaft seal has been replaced.
New gear linkages.
Had the thermostat replaced due to the engine running below normal operating temperature.
Had an air leak in the intake behind the airflow meter which stuffed up the oxygen sensor.
Fuel pump is on its way out - $400 NZ to replace.
Momo steering wheel is starting to disintegrate.
General comments?
Very quick car.
I put a set of 17" blades with low profile tires on and they made it handle like a slot car.
Unbeleavable traction on gravel.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 16v turbo intercooled Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 148000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 159000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mitsubishi Galant |
| Date of Entry | 1st April, 2001 |