By sholden on 08/01/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 Subaru Legacy Outback 4dr Wagon AWD
Review
Beware of this vehicle as I have blown
a head gaskette, two tappet cover
gaskets, a heater core, a radiator and
a lot of other small parts. I wish my
extended warranty would have lasted a
little bit longer as I have dumped a
ton of money into this vehicle. I
would never buy another Subaru in the
future.
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By StiFlyBy on 07/13/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 Subaru Legacy GT 4dr Sedan AWD
Review
I've had this car for about 5 months
now and its by far the best car i've
ever driven! its fun to drive and i
never have to worry about having
problems with it. always a reliable car
that i'd sugest to anyone!
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By 98GTLimited on 07/09/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 Subaru Legacy GT Limited 4dr Sedan AWD
Review
This 1998 model year car had 36,000
miles when I purchased it in
2001 and I saved about $11,000 off the
new price. Buying used, it was a very
affordable, excellent handling sports
sedan that is very capable in the snowy
winters of New England. The 165hp 2.5L
engine provides engough power to beat
the traffic light rush from 4 lanes to
2 in some Boston intersections though
it's nothing compared to the turbo rush
of the WRX. The reliability problems I
have had include several oil leaks from
the crankshaft seal (40,000 miles,
$400, covered by warranty) and the oil
sending unit (75,000 miles, $150).
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By m202spot on 06/14/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 Subaru Legacy Outback Limited 4dr Wagon AWD
Review
I am a liyal Subura owner. I purchase
my father's 90' Legacy and sold it with
over 200k miles. I then purchased my
friends mother's 1998 Outback Limited
with 20k miles on it. A67k miles I had
major head gasket problems resulting in
$1,700. worth of repairs. After
investigating this I have come across
this is a very common problem. Waiting
on subura to reply to my complaint
letter
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By Angry Goose on 04/25/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 Subaru Legacy Outback Limited 4dr Wagon AWD
Review
Purchased '98 Outback with 71k miles,
owned for just over 1 year. At 80,312
miles head gasket failed at 4th
cylinder. Warped heads, burnt one
exhaust valve, total cost $1900.
Repaired by independent trust-worthy
mechanic, he repairs 12/year atleast.
Subaru is
aware of this problem and has started
a "campagn" that includes a coolant
additive to any of the '99 or newer
engines. Very common problems in all
2.5's. Absolutely loved the car when
first bought, it was well maintained
by myself and prev. owner. Now the
car runs differently and has lost much
of it's soul. Don't trust Subaru or
its dealerships.
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By hilow on 03/12/04 00:00 AM (PST)
Vehicle
1998 Subaru Legacy GT Limited 4dr Sedan AWD
Review
I bought a black GT Limited Legacy
from a used car dealership in NH.
First mistake. Leather, sunroof,
40,000 miles. I wish I never bought
this car. After spending 1,000 to have
a cylinder rebuilt, I ended up right
back at the dealership! Another 250
on sparkplugs and wires, I don't think
so. I just traded it in for a Jetta
1.8T, (which I love)Be aware someone
will try and sell it to you soon!
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By Timberwolf530 on 03/12/04 00:00 AM (PST)
Vehicle
1998 Subaru Legacy GT 4dr Sedan AWD
Review
At 80,000 mi. My GT started to run
rough. I took it to Tom Wood.They threw
about $1000 in parts at it, but could
not fix it. Took it to a different
dealer and they told me one of my
pistons was bad (wrist pin) and it cost
more to replace one than to install a
new engine. $6000, 2 mos later it was
back , but never did run right again.
Neither the dealer or Subaru seemed to
care what happened. Subaru has nice
looking fun to drive cars, but dealer
and coporate support is terrible.What
disappointed me the most was that I
loved Subarus before this happened. We
also owned a '99 Outback. After this
happend, we traded both cars and have
sworn off Subarus for good.
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By connie simunovic on 02/19/04 00:00 AM (PST)
Vehicle
1998 Subaru Legacy GT 4dr Sedan AWD
Review
The car rides nice and is very
comfortable. it's awesome in the snow!
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By bmwrest on 10/20/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 Subaru Legacy Outback 4dr Wagon AWD
Review
As a family of four with two
dogs...this vehicle does it all! It
handles Michigan pot-holes, icy road,
and highways flawlessly. Why buy an
SUV that's too top heavy, a gas
guzzler, higher taxes (registrations
are outrageous), insurance, etc.????
Second Subaru owned...first one was
sold for $2,000 AFTER near 200,000
miles!
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By bbs53 on 10/04/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 Subaru Legacy L 4dr Wagon AWD
Review
I have 2 of these cars. One has an
automatic, the other a 5 speed. The 5
speed car has 165,500 miles with no
major failures. I live in snow country
and it is a great car for the snow. It
is extremely economical to operate and
has held up rather well. Would I
recommend a Subaru? You bet. If you want
a mid to lower priced 4wd car that is
built like a tank, then this is your
ride. It has all the creature comforts
you could ask for. A+++++++
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