1988 Subaru Leone DL - STW review from Finland
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Poor surface and anti-rust treatment.
Plenty of rust problems.
Exhaust valves burnt at the right-hand cylinder block at 90,000 km.
Defroster blower regulator broke down.
Cooler broke down at 160,000 km.
General comments?
Lots of space and a good load carrier on bad roads.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 petrol |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Date of Entry | 9th December, 1998 |