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Used 1991 Subaru Legacy Consumer Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars
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4.5 out of 5 stars

It will never die.

Jed, 01/07/2010
1990 Subaru Legacy L 4dr Wagon
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My mom got the car brand new in 1990 and passed it on to me when she got a newer model. Most reliable car I have ever seen, even major parts can break but it will always get you home or to the garage without fail. The car even sat for 2 years in the drive way with a broken head gasket, never started or anything, put a fresh battery in it and it roared to life like it had been on the road the day before (that was just before I got my drivers permit). You just cant beat that kind of toughness. I have all sorts of stories but I cant fit them all here. It gets 32 MPG runs like a charm and nothing stops it. I may never drive a better vehicle ever. I am currently restoring it.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

11 years with 1990 Subaru

yanetoh, 12/02/2002
1990 Subaru Legacy L 4dr Sedan
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Most reliable car I ever had.Bought it used (12000), and drove my 1990 Subaru for 148,000 of its 160000 miles. CV joints tend to wear and need replacing every 2 years after the first 50,000 miles, but other than that, no major mechanical problems. Brakes squeaky at times, after 120,000 miles, but still good with regular maintenance. Some repair to power windows and door locks late in life.Great gas mileage, very comfortable seats and responsive handling, especially good in rain and snow. I loved my baby Subaru which gave me great service and NEVER, Ever, left me stranded.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

1990 Legacy L 4-WD

'90 Subaru Legacy, 01/23/2007
1990 Subaru Legacy L 4dr Sedan AWD
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1990, first year on the road, it took 13 international records for speed and endurance. It's a wolf in sheep's clothing. Classic, elegant but innocent looking secret bombshell of a powerhouse on just 2.2 liters. Finest car in the world.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Lasts forever

torina, 05/10/2007
1990 Subaru Legacy LS 4dr Sedan
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I bought this car brand new for $13,000. I have never needed transmission work, engine work or any major repairs. My Subaru has 300,000 miles on it. I would highly recommend the Legacy to anyone.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Great 2nd hand car

gough_1200, 09/14/2002
1991 Subaru Legacy LS 4dr Sedan
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Bought this car as the second owner. Has had no mechanical problems. Responds very well, no slugishness when first taking off. The previous owner kept all paper work for maintenance to this vehicle. Oil changes right on time, had engine parts checked on and replaced as needed (such as hoses, clamps,etc.) Performance is very good, as is the reliability.

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