1987 Subaru XT GL review from North America
"An excellent subaru, wow"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The clutch had to be changed.
Needed new CV boots on both front axles
(Still using original CV axles).
Exhaust system was rusted out.
Minor surface rust.
Both camshaft seals were leaking oil.
Oil pump.
New struts.
Transmission main bearings worn.
General comments?
Excellent reliable car.
Lots of room for driver and passenger.
Backseat area is small, not good for tall people.
The whole inside of this car is cool, it looks like you are sitting in the cockpit of a jet.
This car takes off fast and can lay a 45 foot patch of rubber with both front tires.
Passing cars on the highway is no problem, but acceleration slows down after 160KPH.
I've had this car up to 220 KPH with the engine at redline.
I wonder if the new subaru WRX is as reliable as this car is.
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Unusually cheap, unusually good |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8L MPFI Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 150000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 237000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 26th August, 2002 |