1997 Subaru Outback review from North America
"You can't go wrong with a subura outback will buy again"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
100K Blew some gaskets and had the timing belt done and plugs done.
140K drive line went out of balance.
160K heated seats and mirrors stopped working.
200K belts broke.
General comments?
This has been a great car that has a lot of room, great pickup, and has really run hard for a long time.
The car doesn't get as great of gas mileage as you would think because of the all wheel drive. It does drive very well in the snow and handles very well. I wish they had the option to turn off all wheel drive.
This car has had no major problems. Just add gas and oil and drive it! This is the first import car I have owned and the first car that has hit 200K miles without a major issue. I think it could make another 50-100K. My 2 brothers had the same luck with their subaru's too.
If you want to do any work on this car yourself, make sure you have tiny hands and great tools. It took me forever to change the plugs because of very tight gaps, spaces, and how things are packed together. Definately not like my 1970 Chevy pickup.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 62000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 206000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Bronco |
| Date of Entry | 31st October, 2007 |