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Used 1998 Subaru Legacy Wagon

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1998 Subaru Legacy
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1998 Highlights

Prices remain stable while equipment is shuffled and the LSi model is dropped. All Legacy sedans and wagons, except the Outback, sport the grille and multireflector halogen lights found on the 2.5GT. A new Limited model joins the 2.5GT lineup, and a dual power moonroof package is available for the Outback Limited wagon. Outbacks get new alloy wheels, an overhead console and longer splash guards, while midyear Outback Limiteds with revised trim and added content were dubbed 30th Anniversary models. The cold weather package has heated windshield wiper nozzles this year instead of an engine block heater. The Brighton wagon's stereo loses half its wattage, Limited models have a standard CD player and the base Outback comes with a weatherband radio. Full power airbags continue, despite new government rules allowing automakers to install reduced force bags to better protect small adults.

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Pros

  • All-wheel drive. Gutsy boxer engine. Great handling. An automotive Swiss Army knife.

Cons

  • Inadequate seat travel. Dumb cupholder location.
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Features & Specs

L 4dr Wagon AWDBrighton 4dr Wagon AWDOutback 4dr Wagon AWDOutback Limited 4dr Wagon AWDGT 4dr Wagon AWD
MPG2323212121
SeatingN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Transmission5-speed manual5-speed manual5-speed manual5-speed manual5-speed manual
Fuelgasgasgasgasgas
Horsepower137 hp @ 5400 rpm137 hp @ 5400 rpm165 hp @ 5600 rpm165 hp @ 5600 rpm165 hp @ 5600 rpm
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Safety

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

  • Frontal Barrier Crash Rating

    OverallNot Rated
    Driver4/5
    Passenger4/5

  • Side Crash Rating

    OverallNot Rated

  • Side Barrier Rating

    OverallNot Rated
    Driver3/5
    PassengerNot Rated

  • Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings

    Front SeatNot Rated
    Back SeatNot Rated

  • Rollover

    RolloverNot Rated
    Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
    Risk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
  • Side Impact Test
    Not Tested
  • Roof Strength Test
    Not Tested
  • Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
    Not Tested
  • IIHS Small Overlap Front Test
    Not Tested
  • Moderate Overlap Front Test
    A
    Acceptable

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98 Legacy Outback Wagon "AUTO"
Purchased in 2000 with 20k miles. AWD/Auto/Leather/dual sunroof/All weather pkg/loaded. Drives through anything! Has taken me home every time through bad weather and good! With 198,000 miles on her now, she is still going strong. I have gone through a lot of brakes and associated parts... I'm not a hard braker but I've replaced all the calipers at least once and one rear caliper 2 or 3 times! In 2011 replaced the front bearings. In 2012 replaced outside front CVs, drivers interior CV & Timing belt/water pump & tensioner service done ... wow I was gonna sell it but now I'm gonna keep it for another 25,000 miles. Tranny flush n fill too! Oil changes every 10K now. Used to be 3k, then 5k.
Last Subaru I'll ever buy!
This is my 3rd Subie and will be my last. Subaru has known about the head gasket problems plaguing the 97' thru 01's for a long time and they aren't doing anything to help their loyal customers out. Cost me over $2,400! to get it back on the road again. They blow at around 90,000 miles.
Time to Go
It's time for this car to go. It has been a daily driver and true workhorse for 10 years, mostly for commuting to work. Long trips were agonizing - serious lack of power with the 4-cylinder engine and the vague handling did not inspire confidence. Rust is abundant due to the application of plastic on the underbody rather than paint. On the plus side, we really did not put much money into this car for repairs so I would place reliability at the top of the food chain. Interior design left much to be desired with the cup holder blocking the heater, radio/CD/tape and clock. Back seat folding was an incredible nuisance to the point of where we didn't bother. Overall, we got our $worth.
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Used 1998 Subaru Legacy Wagon Overview

The Used 1998 Subaru Legacy Wagon is offered in the following styles: L 4dr Wagon AWD, Brighton 4dr Wagon AWD, Outback 4dr Wagon AWD, Outback Limited 4dr Wagon AWD, and GT 4dr Wagon AWD.

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