2008 Subaru Legacy Consumer Discussions

Subaru Crew Problems & Solutions

Re: 08 Subaru OBW, rattling noise while accelerating.. [oldladydriver]

Written by: cptplt on Aug 14, 2009 04:10 PM

>What I'm wondering is if the normally aspirated 2008 Imprezas will end up developing serious engine problems like some of the 2008 WRX models requiring new engines at early mileage. the NA 2.5 is the same on an Impreza, Forester or outback/legacy and a different beast to the 2.5 turbo in the WRX Read More...

All-New 2010 Legacy/Outback?

Re: Encouraging July Sales [ateixeira]

Written by: wmarton64 on Aug 04, 2009 03:31 PM

I'd say that some of the content is a bit suspect rather than not well written, which is why I highlighted certain phrases. The larger point though is that FHI lost money during a period when sales were strong relative to the other manufacturers. Yes, they lost less money, but they still are/were in the red. Below is a write-up from Joe Spitz at cars101.com re. the ... Read More...

Encouraging July Sales

Written by: ateixeira on Aug 03, 2009 00:54 PM

Bob's find, from another thread: http://www.jconline.com/article/20090803/NEWS09/90803015 • Sales of the Legacy line shot up by 34 percent to 2,340 units. • Sales of the Outback line, which includes the Legacy wagon, increased by 33 percent, to 4,971 units. • Sales of the Tribeca dropped by 10 percent, to 707 vehicles. Among Subaru's Japanese-made models, ... Read More...

Subaru Added Security

Re: Subaru Added Security [morin2]

Written by: jdljr on Jun 27, 2009 06:36 PM

I didn't get all three options like you did, and I wonder why. My options are 5 yr/60,000 miles or 5 yr/ 80,000 miles, for the prices you have listed. Are my options not 6 years because I bought my 2009 Legacy in Sept 2008? Why would my 5 year option cost the same as someone else getting a 6 year option? My car is gently driven as well, I'm usually the only driver and I don't ... Read More...

Subaru Legacy/Outback Transmission Problems

Jerk and thump downshifting from 2nd to 1st gear

Written by: sergeii on May 05, 2009 06:55 PM

Hello! I'm new owner of 2008 subaru legacy SE(4h) I've purchased my car from a fleet auction. it's got 44.000 on it. I have this problem , that drives me crazy.. Everytime i come to a stop, you can feel a jerk forward when the transmission downshifts from 2nd to 1st gear, especially after the car has warmed up. Sometimes you can play around with the brake and avoid this ... Read More...

Subaru Legacy Prices Paid and Buying Experience

first time buyer

Written by: crapshoot on Feb 22, 2009 03:56 PM

you guys sound like you know what you're talking about. could you guys give me your opinion on this dealer's offer? is he being straight up? 2008 Subaru legacy 2.5 GTLimited. current options it has installed are: * All Weather Floor Mats * Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass * Off Black Center Armrest Extension Out the door would be $30,300. 0% for 2 years. It's a test ... Read More...

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Written by: yotr on Feb 21, 2009 10:24 PM

I just picked up my Legacy Special edition and got what I think is a great deal. I payed $20600 out the door with TTL included. I was trading in a 2008 Honda Accord LX but talks stalled on Friday (I basically was going to start looking at another Honda). They were going to give me what I owed on the Accord but they wanted a little over $23000 including TTL for the Legacy. ... Read More...

Subaru Impreza Outback Sport & TS

Re: Subaru Impreza Outback Sport [shawmou]

Written by: snowboardwoman on Feb 17, 2009 02:24 PM

Hi! I have a young adult son- 22. We have had numerous Subarus and they are all great, safe cars. I have found the Impreza to be much more reliable than the Legacy model. I have a 2008 Impreza Outback Sport of my own and love the handling in city traffic and mountain snow. Just today, it saved my butt on my icy driveway...I hit the brakes and turned sideways, but with a ... Read More...

2008 Subaru Legacy

2008 Spec B report

Written by: nfn on Oct 24, 2008 06:11 PM

Hi everyone, Edmunds forums have been a wealth of information for me over the years so I'd like to "give back" and provide a report on my Legacy Spec B. I purchased the vehicle in May 2008 and have approx 12,000 km, (6000 mi). Spec B are very expensive in Canada, ($45,000 Cdn). I did not intend on buying a Spec B but (due to the high Canadian $), Subaru was offering $7000 ... Read More...

Subaru Impreza Outback Sport & TS

Re: Can I put larger wheels on an Impreza sport? [rusoff]

Written by: snowboardwoman on Oct 24, 2008 05:31 PM

Hey!. I have a 2008 Impreza Sport. I drove through the second half of last winter in Vermont with the original all-weather tires and it was just fine! I have a half mile driveway which is not well-plowed and did not get stuck once. It was also quite nice even on ice with extremely sensitive ABS. Although the ground clearance is not immense, it zooms through the snow. ... Read More...