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Thoughts on a Subaru Outback?
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:09 am
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:09 am
Looking at getting a reliable vehicle that can transport a family on long vacations and occasionally tow a 1500 lb camper. Budget is $25k.
Prefer to get something that will have a warranty for a while, so lower mileage is preferred.
Prefer to get something that will have a warranty for a while, so lower mileage is preferred.
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Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:12 am to StringedInstruments
This board will call you a lesbian
But Subarus are great cars though allegedly quality has gone down in last few years
But Subarus are great cars though allegedly quality has gone down in last few years
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:12 am to StringedInstruments
Only if you put these stickers on the back
This post was edited on 7/3/21 at 11:14 am
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:13 am to StringedInstruments
Fantastic vehicles.
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:15 am to StringedInstruments
Wrong place to come if you are interested in Subaru, but they are fine vehicles. Not flashy, but solid.
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:18 am to StringedInstruments
Just bought a 2018 touring edition for $23K - with just under 45,000 miles
I’m getting 450 to 500 mikes a gas tank (I do outside sales and travel the whole state of AL)
I love this car, it is comfy, has all the bells and whistles and is also somewhat “anonymous” in that it does not look like a “rich man’s” car
I’m getting 450 to 500 mikes a gas tank (I do outside sales and travel the whole state of AL)
I love this car, it is comfy, has all the bells and whistles and is also somewhat “anonymous” in that it does not look like a “rich man’s” car
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:19 am to StringedInstruments
Fantastic snowy climate vehicle
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:22 am to StringedInstruments
Stepson has a Forester. Rock solid car so far (18 months old). I drove it once, and other than it being a tad small for my fat arse, I would give it serious consideration when my truck dies.
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:23 am to StringedInstruments
I can't imagine driving anything other than a Subaru.
I would recommend getting one with a turbocharged motor if you care about acceleration. That means either a pre-2010 or post 2020 model in the Outback, unfortunately. Turbos are much more common in the Forester, I think.
If you're thinking about one with an automatic transmission, the Subaru CVTs are actually OK, but the old 4EAT and 5EAT units are superior. The 4EAT in particular is one of the longest-lasting automatic transmissions ever made.
If the stereo sucks too much for you, get the dealer-option under-seat subwoofer. I mail ordered one. Hell, get two of them if you want. The difference in sound quality with the sub installed is dramatic.
I would recommend getting one with a turbocharged motor if you care about acceleration. That means either a pre-2010 or post 2020 model in the Outback, unfortunately. Turbos are much more common in the Forester, I think.
If you're thinking about one with an automatic transmission, the Subaru CVTs are actually OK, but the old 4EAT and 5EAT units are superior. The 4EAT in particular is one of the longest-lasting automatic transmissions ever made.
If the stereo sucks too much for you, get the dealer-option under-seat subwoofer. I mail ordered one. Hell, get two of them if you want. The difference in sound quality with the sub installed is dramatic.
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:24 am to StringedInstruments
We have one and we love it. Upgraded from a Crosstrek a few months ago. They hold their value well and they’re very solid. The big thing is that if one tire blows out you gotta replace them all.
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:25 am to StringedInstruments
If your dead set on a sedan it’s not that bad, lesbianism aside. Impressive ground clearance for a car, 260 hp for the turbo, etc. Its really good in crappy conditions. You def could do worse.
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:34 am to StringedInstruments
Just get a minivan then
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:36 am to StringedInstruments
Valve seats and guides are an issue but that is when the miles are starting to rack up but not high considering a Subaru, it should easily see 300k. A car should not need a valve job that early. Most of the reports I have seen as early as 125k & up. I think many would agree that is premature. do some research specific to this also opt for the 3.0 vs the 2.5 and see if your research denotes one engine vs the other with this specific problem? Good luck otherwise I would drive one great cars everyone will think you are a liberal
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:38 am to StringedInstruments
Sounds like we may need to take you Outback and knock some sense into you.
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:39 am to StringedInstruments
Got a 2019 model late last year. Love it. They are all over the place in Colorado.
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:41 am to StringedInstruments
I have a 2015 that recently became my teenage sons car.
It’s been a good vehicle; nearing 100k miles and it’s been pretty low maintenance.
I frequently towed a 4 kayak trailer with it over the years and it towed well, but max weight was probably less than 1000lb fully loaded.
My suggestion would be to get the 3.5 V6 if you plan on towing a camper. Mine is the 4 and while it’s done well towing what I have, if I had to do it again I would have looked for a V6
It’s been a good vehicle; nearing 100k miles and it’s been pretty low maintenance.
I frequently towed a 4 kayak trailer with it over the years and it towed well, but max weight was probably less than 1000lb fully loaded.
My suggestion would be to get the 3.5 V6 if you plan on towing a camper. Mine is the 4 and while it’s done well towing what I have, if I had to do it again I would have looked for a V6
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:48 am to StringedInstruments
quote:
Thoughts on a Subaru Outback?
Do you suck dick? If yes.. buy one
Posted on 7/3/21 at 11:49 am to StringedInstruments
frick you no pictures of your wife or car
Posted on 7/3/21 at 12:12 pm to StringedInstruments
Test drove one, the engine auto stop at red lights and in traffic is annoying AF. I know you can turn it off but it’s several clicks deep in the menu and the car doesn’t remember the setting when you come back later.
Posted on 7/3/21 at 12:20 pm to StringedInstruments
These are my concerns about a Subaru Outback and Forester. My son has a Forester so it’s first hand knowledge. If my comments are incorrect then please say so.
It’s all wheel drive. Which means if you have a flat that cannot be repaired then all 4 tires need to be replaced. Apparently there is a risk to damaging the transmission otherwise. They say the new tire can be shaved to match the tread wear on the other 3 tires but it’s a shame to do that on a brand new tire.
The other concern is the aluminum unibody. There is a greater risk for the vehicle to be totaled from a collision. Since it’s a unibody, a collision can bend the undercarriage such that the entire unibody needs to be replaced and therefore the vehicle totaled. My son was rear ended in a somewhat minor to moderate collision and the.car was totaled since the undercarriage was bent due to the unibody. It would not have been totaled in other vehicle without a unibody
It’s all wheel drive. Which means if you have a flat that cannot be repaired then all 4 tires need to be replaced. Apparently there is a risk to damaging the transmission otherwise. They say the new tire can be shaved to match the tread wear on the other 3 tires but it’s a shame to do that on a brand new tire.
The other concern is the aluminum unibody. There is a greater risk for the vehicle to be totaled from a collision. Since it’s a unibody, a collision can bend the undercarriage such that the entire unibody needs to be replaced and therefore the vehicle totaled. My son was rear ended in a somewhat minor to moderate collision and the.car was totaled since the undercarriage was bent due to the unibody. It would not have been totaled in other vehicle without a unibody
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