1993 Subaru Liberty GX (FWD) review from Australia and New Zealand
"Like anything well built and well maintained, you will not be unhappy with a Subaru Liberty!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Recent work has included replacing the gearbox spring & bushes and replacing the radiator cap & end tanks.
Given that the 250'000km major service (inc. timing belt) is approaching, these small items are not uncommon and easily rectified. The next big work on a car this age will be a full suspension replacement, including springs, struts and swaybars.
I have otherwise not experienced any other problems with this car.
General comments?
I have installed a Club Spec 3 interior and upgraded the standard braking system to WRX Impreza 4-pots with slotted rotors / Cusco master cylinder bracket. Very impressive.
The car is very comfortable and always fun to drive.
Economy from the 2.2 is quite good for a vehicle of this size/weight, with an average of +600km per fill (65 litres)
The service I receive from the local Subaru workshop is always attentive and professional.
I've not had this Subaru for long, but have had nothing leak, drain or explode on this car. It has been faultless (just like the '91 GX I had before).
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1993 |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 237000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 243000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Subaru Liberty |
| Date of Entry | 15th September, 2006 |