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Used 1999 Subaru Legacy Wagon Consumer Reviews

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4.75 out of 5 stars

I love my Subaru

myhsthe, 10/02/2003
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback 4dr Wagon AWD
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

I have owned several vehicles in my life and this is by far my favorite. It is fun to drive and stress free even in bad weather.

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4 out of 5 stars

Not for families

crb, 05/17/2003
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback 4dr Wagon AWD
2 of 4 people found this review helpful

I bought this car when I was 7 months pregnant with my first child because I wanted a good family car. I found out quickly that it is extremely difficult to fit a car seat into the back. I had to purchase FIVE seats until I found one that fit. Subaru of America was not at all helpful and denied any problems.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Good 4wd capability

Thad Burr, 01/29/2004
1999 Subaru Legacy L 4dr Wagon AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is my 5th Subaru, and I buy them for the value, the 4wd handling, and the gas mileage. I definitely recommend the cargo liner, floor mats, fog lights, cruise control and roof rack. Cons: The engine is not real peppy, and I have had problems with it burning oil above 130,000 miles. Also, the light assemblies are fastened with plastic clips, which frequently break. Lastly, the radio antenna extension is not reliable over the long term.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

I really do love my wagon!

D.Waterhouse, 04/28/2009
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback Limited 30th Anniversary 4dr Wagon AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

208,000 miles and still running strong. New head gasket, transmission,wheel bearings,struts,sway bars, and lots of oil leaks and I still love it. It has 2 sun roofs, 9 speaker stereo, heated leather, whats not to love. Last year in 24 hours we got 36" of snow in north Idaho, I pushed the snow with the back bumper out into the street. it came over the roof and down the hood. We're taking a family road trip to the San Diego zoo in May, in the Subaru. I have no doubt my car will do amazing. This car has blown me away every day since I bought it. I've put 130,000 of the 208,000 miles on it, the tires wear great. I just put on my 3rd set this spring. I can't emphasize it enough, I love my Subaru!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

1999 Subaru Legacy Outback

Robert R., 04/25/2002
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback 4dr Wagon AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love this car. It has been nothing but reliable. I've put 70,000 miles on it over the past 3+ years mostly driving around Texas and Alaska (two extremely harsh climates). It has experienced temperatures from 125 degrees to -55 degrees (F) and survived with flair. It handles off-road travel well and requires only regular servicing. The only thing I've had it in the shop for is a small part recall. My main complaint is that I didn't get one with more features: autostart and heated seats for cold weather, power seats, sunroof, and 5- speed tranny. Other than overpaying for mine (crooked, lying dealership + my own stupidity) I love it!!!

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