1997 Subaru Legacy Outback review from North America
"A car alternative to a SUV, without the power to get you going"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
At 60200 miles my alternator died. Since then I have had lots of problems.
My CHECK ENGINE light is on, my mechanic says it's because of a misfiring piston. This is now pretty audible from the exhaust.
I'm also having problems with my headlight fuse going out 10 minutes after I replace it.
General comments?
The seats are really comfortable, especially with the winter package that warms your posterior.
The dash layout is very bland, yet functional.
The car could use more power.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 50000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 63500 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Camry |
| Date of Entry | 7th August, 2001 |