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Beware of the headgasket
josh259, 11/14/2011
1999 Subaru Legacy 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
36 of 38 people found this review helpful
When I bought my 1999 Subaru (with only 70,000 miles) all my friends talked about how reliable they are and how great they are in the snow. But no one mentioned the common headgasket problem. Subarus are infamous for their head gasket problems in the 2.5L engines. My car was fine for the first week or so after buying it. Then it started overheating and I had to regularly add coolant even though there were no leaks. After investigating, I've determined it is the headgasket. This will cost me a minimum of $1,000. If you find that you are losing coolant through your coolant reserve tank, chances are exhaust it building up pressure in your radiator causing the coolant to back up into the reserve
Sally Subaru #5 And Stuck in the 90s...
kabuki1, 03/08/2013
1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
19 of 20 people found this review helpful
Sure there are things about Subarus that are truths... if it's a 2.5 and yours hasn't blown a head gasket... it will. (best to wait to buy one that's been there and done that). At the first signs of bubbled paint on the rear quarter panel, get the strut towers patched - sealed and get rid of the rust... .or quickly watch the rear end rust to pieces. Your rear wheel bearings will fail, plan on it. I'm watching the throat on the gas tank... one day... it's going to go... been there done that too. Otherwise... you've got yourself a sweet ride... Change oil regularly... and you'll be driving your sooby for a long long time.
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California snow car
Satisfied owner, 10/31/2002
1999 Subaru Legacy 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
The car has run flawlessly for over 100,000. I've run it in all kinds of conditions--even where Jeeps don't go. It has never broken down and given me any problems other than regular maintenance. Great ski car, love the fold down back seat. Used it to tow a small sailboat as well.
HUGE Headache
tke259, 01/20/2012
1999 Subaru Legacy 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
This car has a nice design but is very unreliable. My car has about 71,000 miles and I had to drop $2900 on it to get the headgasket, water pump, timing belt, battery, and starter replaced. Now, the transmission is on its way out which will cost me about another $2000. This car is in the shop more than on the road... major disappointment.
Most reliable car I've ever had
Jason, 05/30/2009
1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4dr Sedan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought this car in December of 2006 after I totaled my last car hitting a deer. It came with brand new snows on it and I was instantly amazed at how well it handled in the snow and ice. I have plowed through a foot of snow in an unplowed driveway without much trouble at all. In the 2.5 years I have owned it (35,000 miles) the only problem I have had was the knock sensor going bad. $70 later and it was back in action.
Keeping it forever
winger, 06/29/2002
1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Handles exceptionally well in our NE winters! Classy feel and great ride. I'll run it into the ground, but looks like that'll take awhile!
Highly Recommended
luv my subaru, 09/05/2003
1999 Subaru Legacy 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I live in a rural hilly area. Had BIG problems in the snow with a pickup. Bought my Subaru, and now I offer folks stranded in the ditches with 4x4 pickups a ride into town. Get 22mpg in town, 29mpg cruising at 70 (both with aircon on). Have had zero problems of any sort at 48,000 miles. Local Subaru workshop has been spot-on with what little they've had to do. Sons (8&10) love being seen cruising around in sporty styled car.
whichever model it is...good car
droppabeet, 07/15/2004
1999 Subaru Legacy 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
i just bought this 1999 Subaru Legacy L 30th year ann. i had to replace the sunroof right after purchase. dealership paid half. i love this car but it could use more power. on uphills, i feel like i am pushing the engine a bit. the handling is excellent and i love the feel when driving. very smooth ride for a five year old car. plus, this car is holding it's value. i researced and i can sell it for more than i owe to the bank. the AWD is SWEET. good luck and drive fast
My first Subaru
tomison61, 06/21/2010
1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4dr Sedan AWD
4 of 8 people found this review helpful
My cousins have talked about these cars for years! I did not believe them at first, I needed a used car that was good on gas, I found this one, it needed brakes, a front wheel bearing and 1 tire, I bought it for $1300.00 and did the work needed, Well let me tell you after I drove it I fell in love with it, goes any where, gas mileage after a tune up is 39 highway, This is awesome,
Classic
Jane montalto, 10/29/2018
1999 Subaru Legacy GT Limited 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Classic Basic transportation
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
My third Subaru
asmith, 06/13/2008
1999 Subaru Legacy L 4dr Sedan AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My third Subaru since 1985. I got it used in Aug 03 and it only had 12000 miles on it. No problems so far. Just new battery, drive belts and tires. I've got 60000 miles on it now and it drives great. The first 3 years I had it I only drove it about 100 miles per week. Now get 27 MPG on my 44 mile round trip to work 5 days a week. And that's great in Honolulu traffic! Front end modification punched out the faux air intake cover and cracked the spoiler after hitting a traffic cone at 60 mph. Ooops! No kids and few passengers and the back seat still looks like new!
Great Car
EITAK, 12/28/2002
1999 Subaru Legacy 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love this car... it is great with the snow and everything i love it!!
LOV E IT
LOVE IT, 12/03/2006
1999 Subaru Legacy 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love this car. Excellent in the snow, great ABS brakes. I wish like others it would take hills better and have better gas mileage. For years I never had problems except brake pads. Now my shifting isn't right. Never rusted and was outside all the time. I got rear ended and not a scratch on my car. Never had to replace the muffler and the car always started in sub zero temps. Sunroof leaks on the passenger side. Love the visibility and the trunk room is awesome.
Ugh. Never again.
bberrens, 01/16/2013
1999 Subaru Legacy 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
4 of 15 people found this review helpful
Owning my 1999 Subaru SUS has been a nightmare. I bought it used with around 100,000 miles on it. Mechanic checked it out said it was in good condition, all it needed was a new timing belt (standard maintenance for Subarus at that mileage). Ok, I could deal with that. A few months later, the problems really began. I can't even remember what the first repair was, but it cost $600. Later on, my rear U-joint was bad, but on a Subaru you have to fix the whole drive shaft. That was another $350. Then the front right wheel bearing - another $600. This is all within one year of ownership. I don't drive like a jerk. My friends call me a granny driver, so it's not like I'm beating the car up. UGH!
Great car
brakemans, 07/03/2002
1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this after researching for almost two years. I bought it for the all-wheel-drive system, which is the only sedan that offers this at a reasonable price. It has been great. Great pick up on the 2.5 l 165 hp engine. Quick! Great on snow also!
Wonderful quality automobile
Joe Ferner, 07/08/2002
1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I live in the northeast and this car gets me where I need to go through all weather conditions. It's AWD and winter weather package are wonderful alternatives to waiting for the snow plow to pass by my road on a wintry morning. I got in an accident with this car, but walked away without a scratch. I love driving my subaru!
We love it.
Dakota Jones, 07/18/2002
1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Always reliable, goes anyplace, stops on a dime. However, Subaru did replace the engine at 42,000 at no cost. There was a flaw with it. We often hit 29 or 30 mpg on regular gas.
LEMON...legal measures/will/be/taken
Allison DeWitt, 08/14/2002
1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
In and out of the shop. Warranty is barely up Complained about the need for the latest repair..it magically disappeared today,BUT something more expensive needs work. noisy motor sounds..... finish is not holding up, lots of rattlesWhy didn't I buy a Honda or Jetta?
Traction Machine
MY99 2.5GT, 11/21/2002
1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4dr Sedan AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I am very pleased with the value per $ I have gotten out of my 99 Legacy GT. The interior seems very stylish luxurious but comfortable. The exterior has razor sharp classic line styling. The 2.5 litre flat 4-cylinder has a suprising amount of torque not present in other comparable 4-cylinder equiped cars. All I can say is All Wheel Drive = All We'll Drive
First Japanese Car
Jon, 06/25/2005
1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4dr Sedan AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car for my wife after her 1997 Lumina blew a head gasket. But after 5,000 miles I am very happy with this car. Being meticulous about upkeep I immediately set about replacing all fluids, filters, plugs and wires. This car runs better than new. I bought this car with 90,000 miles mainly because it had complete service records from the previous owner who was almost as careful as I am about maintenance. Everything done at the dealership at the scheduled intervals. this alone made me buy this car it was clean inside you can tell it wasn't abused. My wife hated this car at first now I cant get her out of it. This is my first Japanese car and I think I'm going to be very happy with it.
SNOW KING
Jon , 03/09/2005
1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We've only had this car for a short time, but already we can tell that it is built solidly. This car is unmatched going through snow. It's as good as my '98 Dakota 4x4. We also had two AWD Eagle Talons, and this car beats them in bad weather hands down. But with this being said, you must remember that the Talon's AWD was built for quick cornering and handling, not so much for the snow. The Subaru was made for rough terrain and bad weather. So if you want speed and torque, pass this car up. With only 165 hp what you see is what you get. This is a superior winter car and the heated leather seats are awesome. Plus it holds it's value well and for a sedan it looks pretty darn sporty too.
I love my car!
Katie Armentrout, 03/18/2002
1999 Subaru Legacy L 4dr Sedan AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I go anywhere and everywhere I want to go. I've been on construction sites and in the snow and ice. I recomend this car for anyone, it's a great car!
Wow! I can't believe it's from 1999
Bob Lovington, 05/28/2008
1999 Subaru Legacy GT Limited 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It may sound weird. But it feels dated inside and out. More like 1994 Volkswagen Passat I used to have. It is a very reliable car, though I wish now that it had side curtain airbags. It has some innovative features like a weather radio which is neat. The most fun thing to do with the car is make it go through puddles. It has horrible gas mileage. I would expect the gas mileage from a 6 cylinder not a 4 cylinder.
subarus are legos, cheap to fix
Markos, 11/12/2008
1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my lgt for a steal, it leaked a lot of oil after 90k miles. I'm rebuilding the engine with all new seals, sti headgaskets and having some port and polish work done to the heads. after that and some basic transmission, brake and differential service the car is solid for hopefully another 100k. I like this car and think its a great fixer upper if you know how to.
That Box May Have a Use
Unknown Person, 03/30/2008
1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4dr Sedan AWD
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I got this about 6 years ago for my wife. I loved it in 2002. Now, in 2008, 9 years later, boxy doesn't fit my cool image. I love the AWD but the styling sucks. It's a box! I do not like any imitation wood or ugly black plastic. It has some wind noise over 65 mph. I like that the Limited interior for its modern decade features like CD player and heated power leather seats. I wish I could have got the wagon after I got kids, but I changed my mind after I folded down the seats for the first time. Soccer moms come here! Over all it is a great vehicle, but do you and your cosmetic mind a favor: Year 2000 or up Subaru Legacy or Impreza.