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Used 1998 Subaru Legacy Consumer Reviews

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great value for the money

bmwrest, 10/20/2003
1998 Subaru Legacy Outback 4dr Wagon AWD
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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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3.63 out of 5 stars

Won't be back for a second one...

badger, 03/30/2005
1998 Subaru Legacy Outback Limited 4dr Wagon AWD
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We bought our Subaru for dependable, all season driving. It is a bit underpowered, but it wasn't billed as a high performance car. Had to replace front oil seal, both valve cover gaskets and now the head gasket has internal leak that HAS to be repaired--$3000 estimate. At 125,000 miles, we expected better reliability. Looks like this is a known problem that Subaru isn't willing to deal with. Too bad. I really liked the car other than that and had planned on another when my 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee had to be replaced.

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3.38 out of 5 stars

disappointment

mgj, 05/03/2005
1998 Subaru Legacy Outback 4dr Wagon AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Major transmission problems at 92,000 and 122,000 miles. Need engine valves, power steering valve and CV boot replaced now for more money.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Big Engine Problems

Tyler, 08/01/2008
1998 Subaru Legacy GT Limited 4dr Sedan AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

This car's driveability is unmatched for the price range. Excellent 4WD for the winter months, but sporty in the summer. Plenty of space for cargo and family friendly. Androgynous body style with nice curves. Unfortunately, the 2.5L engine has notorious head gasket issues. Had to replace water pump, timing belt, tensioner, gaskets, etc. Otherwise I routinely get 28MPG highway and in town around 22; not bad for AWD. I won't buy another Subaru, due to the engine problems, but a fun car until it busted

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3 out of 5 stars

Subaru Legacy GT

connie simunovic, 02/19/2004
1998 Subaru Legacy GT 4dr Sedan AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

The car rides nice and is very comfortable. it's awesome in the snow!

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