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Sanity check I've got a 2014 Subaru Outback with around 34k miles. I've had oil consumption issues with it since I bought it. In November, Subaru replaced the short block under warranty. It's part of the class action lawsuit against Subaru for oil consumption. Am I crazy for considering getting rid of it and getting something else? Not sure what the something else would be yet. No signs of high oil consumption yet but I also haven't driven it enough. The car had 31k miles when the short block was changed. I'm at 34k now and usually the low oil light would turn on around 4k miles between oil changes.
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KYOON GRIFFEY JR posted:Why do you want to sell it? nm posted:I assume that he's worried that the issue will re-occur and he'll be up poo poo creek. Basically this. After 2 years of taking it to the dealership every 3,000 miles or so, I'm just tired or dealing with the burning oil issue. Unfortunately, I don't think the Subaru thread knows. I think I was the first to have my short block replaced under warrranty Regarding Costco pricing, for me it was a few hundred off of invoice. Echoing what the others are saying, you may be able to do better but if all else fails, you've got that.
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Jan 24, 2017 01:57
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Volkerball posted:I'm going to have 4-5k saved up for a down payment shortly, and I've been kicking around some ideas for vehicles in the 8-12k range. Most of these choices are really unrealistic given that they are likely to cost a hell of a lot more than a car payment in the long run, but it's a starting point that should at least set me up for some recommendations. Ordered from the ones I think are most feasible on down. Any of those cars should be fine with snow tires. It sounds like you're really worried about maintenance. RX8s aren't exactly known to be reliable and are known to be use a lot of gas. Get a compression test if you find one you like. I don't have too much experience with any of the others. I don't think the porsche is the right car for you though. Honestly, I'd going to be recommend buying a Miata with a hard top. Overall, pretty reliable, cheap and not too difficult to find. Besides that, since you're still in school, why not consider something that could be considered "fun to drive" like a Civic or a Mazda 3?
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Feb 20, 2017 15:28
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Alfalfa posted:Appreciate it and I'm actually totally open. I'll definitely look into the tsx amd see what I can find regarding a Lexus. Just the ES or would you say an IS falls in there as well? You mentioned in your original post that you had some concerns about reliability and maintenance costs. Audi and BMW are known for being a bit more expensive to maintain and not being the most reliable cars. I don't know anything about Infiniti. It's not just labor, parts for those cars are more expensive. Going to an independent mechanic can save you some money on labor but there's no way of getting around the high cost of the parts themselves. Have you looked up the service schedule for any of these cars? Within your budget, you're probably looking at higher mileage cars and there's the potential of a high cost repair coming up. For example, you may buy a car and within a few thousand miles have to get the timing belt changed and that's pricey on all cars.
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Mar 25, 2017 04:04
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IOwnCalculus posted:Nissan is the Chrysler of Japan. Infiniti is Nissan. That should tell you enough right there. I've heard this before. Anecdotally, my family has an '07 Altima that has never really given us trouble. I think it's sitting at 125,000 miles and there's nothing we've done for maintenance besides wear items.
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Mar 25, 2017 15:02
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Alfalfa posted:Speaking of Mitsubishi would a Lancer 2012-2015 be a decent car for my original goals? Hope this post isn't too old to reply to. Mistubishi isn't exactly known for reliability. I think the biggest problem with your list of cars is that they're all over the place. You have a luxury car, a sporty luxury car, a compact, and then a few midsize cars. I'm assuming you mean a Mazda 6 and not a MX6. The MX6 is Mazda's midsize car from the 90's. I think you need to narrow down more of what you want. If you want a reliable, daily driver, I would look more at the Fusion, Mazda 6, and Altima. The 6 might be more of what you want since it's supposed to be more fun to drive. The Lexus is a fine choice but possibly out of your price range or will have more miles than you want. The gap between "normal" and "luxury" cars has closed considerably. An upper model of the Fusion, 6, or Altima may have enough luxury features that you're looking for. You may want to look at the Honda Accord or Toyota Camry too.
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Mar 28, 2017 04:31
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I don't know what the Canadian market is like but have you considered a Subaru Crosstrek or Outback? Both are lifted versions of a car. A CUV like a CX-3 or HR-V might be more of what you're looking for but I'm guessing they're out of your budget though.
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Apr 4, 2017 03:19
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sex swing from IKEA posted:Proposed Budget: under 25k Subaru Outback or forester?
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Apr 26, 2017 21:36
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Harminoff posted:Proposed Budget: $15,000 For that many more miles, I would expect a bigger price difference. Have you looked at a Corolla? I imagine a Corolla of a similar age would be about the same price. As far as haggling, some dealers do. From my understanding, compact cars have smaller profit margins so there's less wiggle room. There's also less haggling you can do when it's a car with a higher demand. A Civic has its market so it shouldn't be hard to sell but they're common too. If they sell from underneath you, you should be able to find more similar cars for about the same price.
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May 4, 2017 03:18
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Harminoff posted:Do you mean the lx should be cheaper? I think the ex is priced too high with so many more miles. Both the civic and corolla are fine and it's down to personal preference. Are used car prices this high across the board? I know someone who paid $16.5k for a new 2014 corolla s.
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May 4, 2017 19:26
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Cowslips Warren posted:My Altima is at 270k miles. So the debate now is do I pick up another used Altima (I found one at a dealer, no PPI, that is a 2008 with 120k miles on it for about 5k) or keep using my own until she dies? My mom wants me to trade it in, but she's a 1999 Altima whose door locks don't work, the windows don't roll down, etc. You'll have to double check but I believe Altimas of that vintage had transmission issues. The warranty was extended to 10 years or 120k miles but that should be expired by now due to mileage. I have no idea how likely it is to run into that kind of issue though. Might be worth looking at and getting a PPI if it drives fine. If it has any signs of transmission issues though, I would run away. As for your current car, it might be easier to just donate it to a charity. You'll get a tax write off of a few hundred dollars. I imagine any dealer that advertises "$4k for any trade" will give no discounts on the actual car itself or raise the price of the car above MSRP. "We have to raise the price of the car since we're giving you such a big discount."
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May 7, 2017 06:49
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Zosologist posted:Proposed Budget: Under $20k I think what you want is a cx5.
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May 23, 2017 00:39
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Wasabi the J posted:Thanks for the advice. Now we get to be just as confused as ever! How old are you looking? http://www.girardgibbs.com/subaru-oil-consumption-class-action-lawsuit/ There was a class action lawsuit again Subaru for excessive oil consumption. The link above lists all cars that are affected. Might be something to consider when you're looking at used Imprezas and something to look out for when you're looking at car maintenance records.
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May 31, 2017 02:55
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TapTheForwardAssist posted:Follow-up on my earlier "looking at Suzuki Sidekick in Montreal" question. I would stay away from the one with a V6 Mazda in it.. Don't buy someone else's project car. You have no idea what kind of work was done on it to get it to work. It will probably cost you more money in the long run. If they have paperwork to prove that it was done by a reputable shop and it's a common swap, maybe. I would avoid it though. I would also stay away from the one that's 3 hours away. The pictures don't tell you much and I get this feeling there's more wrong with the car than the owner is leading on. KYOON GRIFFEY JR posted:It won't match and unless you've done a cover before you're liable to do a lovely job. Seconding this. It's not as simple as telling them the color of your car and then having them paint it. For them to match the paint, you would have to put the new bumper on and then paint the bumper and blend it with the surrounding area. It probably wouldn't look right and would cost more than it's worth. mariooncrack fucked around with this message at 02:52 on Jun 2, 2017 |
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Actuarial Fables posted:Hi friends. This is all part of my Dad's goal to have his children know how to drive a manual. The first time he tried to teach us (years ago), it was in a Toyota FJ Cruiser and it did not go well, so now we're looking for a car not quite as intimidating now that the lease on our Infinity 50q h ends in a month. I would recommend checking out both the Civic SI and Focus ST. These would both be sportier options though. If you decide to check out an Accord, I would also recommend checking out a Mazda 6.
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Jun 11, 2017 19:01
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incogneato posted:I'm looking for a quick reality check on renting cars for trips into the mountains versus buying a car that can handle it. What kind of tires do you have on the Vibe? Better tires might help the Vibe handle better on the roads. Keep renting until you know you're going to be doing this more. It seems like you're looking to buy a car for something you might be doing more often but you're not sure. Doesn't seem like a good idea to me to get a car payment for something you might be doing. It really sounds to me that you're trying to buy a new car. It sounds like you're considering a new car because it might be a better use of money for car payments instead of rental fees. Then you mention the cars you would buy today that are likely no better at mountain driving than your current car. If you bought a prius or Mazda 3 today, would you still be renting a small SUV for these trips? If so, you're spending $150 - $300 for your rental + your monthly payment. You said you're doing this about four times a year. If we assume the rental is $300 and you go four times, that's $1200 a year and likely cheaper than a car payment for a year. I recommend revisiting the issue when you start camping more often. I think you'll also need to narrow down more of what you want out of a car.
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Jun 29, 2017 05:17
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Larrymer posted:Proposed Budget: 20k, less is preferred always Before you make any car decisions, have you tried to put the car seat you're going to use in the G35 yet? I would see if it fits and how much of a pain it is before deciding to get a new car.
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Jul 4, 2017 23:07
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prom candy posted:I don't have kids and have never owned a fun car... is it that you can't really get by with kids in a hot hatch/sport sedan, or that hot hatches/sport sedans aren't really that much fun to drive? Growing up my family always just had sedans (except for a loving SICK 1983 Volvo 240 wagon that I didn't appreciate at all), but that was just 2 kids and 1990s safety standards for car seats and strollers. Minivans were for families with 3+ kids. Am I wrong in thinking something like a GTI or Civic Si sedan would be fine for 1-2 kids as long as we weren't trying to go camping or something? The problem is that modern car seats and strollers are huge. They can fit into a GTI or Civic SI but it may not be the most comfortable ride for someone sitting in the passenger seat if the seat is moved up all the way. These are hypothetical though. Each car seat is different so it's not an absolute. Larrymer posted:Oh I'm definitely putting the cart before the horse here. I haven't tried the seat but I have a feeling it will suck. It doesn't really have a middle seat in the back so it'll have to go behind the passenger seat. Wife rarely rides in the car with me (we take her car everywhere) so maybe it will be ok with it just moved really far forward. I just hear tons of people bitch about coupes and car seats and was trying to think ahead since there are about a billion other things to prepare for. Ah that makes sense. I would breathe a little. Once you figure out what car seat you want to use, I'd do a fit test and then decide what you need to do. You have plenty of other things to think about so I'd focus on those. To answer your first question though, you're probably looking at a GTI, Focus ST, or Civic SI. If you take your wife's car everywhere, it shouldn't be a problem to move the passenger seat if need be. With whatever you end up looking at, I would take your wife with you and the car seat you're going to use to see if the car seat fits and if your wife can sit in the passenger seat comfortably, just in case.
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Jul 5, 2017 01:03
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Earlier Nissan CVTs were not good and known to break. Some cars had the warranty extended to cover them, 10 years or 120k miles.
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Jul 12, 2017 19:51
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Deteriorata posted:Probably the most important thing is regular car washes (mainly the undercarriage, not just the paint) through the winter to keep the salt washed off. Keeping it waxed will help keep surface nicks sealed, as well. This. Ideally, after every large snow storm you should get the undercarriage washed so keep the salt from sitting there and rotting away.
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Aug 5, 2017 22:55
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If you want to get a new car, that's fine. Based on what you've told us, it doesn't sound like your car is about to die at all. At your car's age and mileage, things like spark plugs and hoses are routine maintenance. Is there something else wrong with the car like the engine idles rough or it has died on you while driving? Last time you took your car in for service, did your mechanic give you a long list of things that might need to be fixed soon? If you can find all the maintenance receipts from the last year and add them up. Let's suppose you borrow $20k for 60 months. 20,000/60 = $333.33 Now take that and multiply by 12 for one year's worth of payments: $333.33 * 12 = $4000 If you spent more than $4000 on maintenance for your car, sure, go buy a new one. $4,000 is a lot of money to spend on a car that it doesn't sound like you'll be driving much. You'll still have to pay for routine maintenance on a new car.
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Welcome to GBS posted:Proposed Budget: $5k-$7k Echoing the previous posters, do not buy this. It's near 100k miles so it probably has some major maintenance needed that will be very costly. Golf might be a good choice. I think some turn of the century VWs that had electrical issues. You'll need to do some research on this. Otherwise, I think you're looking at the usual Civic, Accord, Corolla, Camry, Fit, etc.
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Your budget is gone but s lot of the cars you've asked about are cheap but have high maintenance costs. If you want something in your price range and relatively reliable, you should look at Japanese econoboxes.
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Sep 5, 2017 15:52
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I've got a 2014 Outback that I'm thinking about trading in. I've never traded in a car before. Should I tidy up the interior and give it a wash before getting an appraisal?
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Sep 12, 2017 03:09
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Don't buy a dart. Have you considered a focus or fiesta? Around me the manuals start around $12.5k new so you should be able to get a decent used one in your price range.
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Oct 24, 2017 13:08
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Scionix posted:Proposed Budget Around the 40k area If you haven't worked on a car I don't think a Porsche is a good place to start. You're paying for maintenance on a $70,000, not a ~$40,000 it's probably more than you think. Have you considered a WRX STI, Golf R, or Focus RS? Neither are a coupe but they would fit the bill. Another option would be to get a hot hatch like a Focus ST, FiST, WRX, or GTI and use the leftover money for upgrades. If you're serious about taking your car to a track, if you buy a convertible like the Miata, you'll need to install a rollbar to take it on the track. You also may need to replace your seats when you install the rollbar. In the event you get into an accident, with stock seats, you may end up bashing your head against the rollbar.
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Oct 26, 2017 09:42
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There are new manual focus going for about $12k in my area.
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Nov 12, 2017 01:11
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BoyBlunder posted:Looking to upgrade from my 2016 5dr Impreza: If you like how the Impreza drives, have you considered an outback or Forester?
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Nov 17, 2017 16:32
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BoyBlunder posted:I do like how it drives but the infotainment systems in the Outback and Forester seem a bit....dated. If you like the car, you can can replace the radio.
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Nov 17, 2017 23:08
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I don't know who suggested it but thanks to whoever suggested taking my Subaru to Carmax. They gave me an offer that was near private party value. I wanted to get a second opinion from you guys. I saw a 2015 LX Honda Fit Manual for $12.5k with 10.5k miles on it. The price seemed suspiciously low but I went to go take a look at it. I test drove it and it drove fine. Turns out it's a former 2-owner car. Both were short term leases. The first owner put most of the miles on it and the second owner only had it for a few months before returning it. It's Honda certified used car. Is there something I'm missing or something I should look for? There seems something really off. Not a huge fan of the dealership, the sales person and manager were a bit pushy about how they thought it was a good deal and how it was certified. It is about $2k lower than most other Fits in the area.
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Dec 4, 2017 00:17
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Aesirstorm posted:Helping my girlfriend find a replacement for her 03 civic which is threatening to get very expensive to mantain Another civic? I believe the new hatchbacks can be had for that price. If she doesn't like the styling, Mazda 3?
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Dec 9, 2017 18:30
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KYOON GRIFFEY JR posted:You're mixing up your size classes quite a bit. The Mazda3 and Golf are the same class as the Corolla, which is larger than the Fit. What's wrong with the current yaris? Does the Fiesta still have transmission issues?
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Jan 5, 2018 18:25
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The nice thing about older Hondas is that many of the cars share the same parts. You may find that parts from a different Honda or an Acura may fit the bill. As said before, it depends on the state but 25 years is the usual designation for a classic car. JnnyThndrs posted:That said, it’s quite common for very low-mileage older vehicles(the proverbial ‘old lady who only drove it to church’) to have widespread issues with seals and gaskets throughout the brakes/drivetrain; it’s bad for rubber parts to sit for long periods of time, then be used a bit, then sit again. It’s also hard on the internal engine parts to sit, since all the oil runs off everything during the downtime, although religiously changing the oil can partially mitigate wear issues. This so much. I would probably avoid that particular car unless you have some proof of recent maintenance history like changing the timing belt and routine oil changes..
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Jan 6, 2018 03:30
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Carfax isn't the end all be all of car maintenance. If I remember correctly, the mechanic has to submit the service to carfax and not all mechanics do. I could be wrong on this. That said, the last oil change might be 8k miles ago, which sounds awful. It's an Arizona car too. Have your friend check out the dash and anything rubber on the car. I'd be worried about the rubber drying out, especially if the car has been sitting outside.
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Jan 6, 2018 03:50
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Unload My Head posted:8K is totally acceptable change interval for a frequently-driven vehicle in a temperate climate while running full synthetic. While true, I don't think that's the case for this car. If you look at the Carfax, said car has an average of 2500 miles per year with a possible last documented oil change in 2012.
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Jan 6, 2018 06:24
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devicenull posted:Proposed Budget: 25-30k max Civic SI of some osrt?
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Jan 24, 2018 03:33
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powderific posted:Weren’t there some years that had water intrusion issues? I’m assuming it was early on. The first generation had issues with the sealant. Here's a brief explanation of the issue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJ2uFkQqMug&t=104s mariooncrack fucked around with this message at 00:11 on Jan 28, 2018 |
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Jan 28, 2018 00:03
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Are you budgeting anything for repairs? Any car in the $3k - $5k range will likely be higher mileage and need repairs within a year or so. It's more important to find a car that's been well maintained rather than the car or brand in your budget.
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Mar 3, 2018 18:37
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Banana_Boy posted:This is mostly just a thought experiment. I already have the right car for my situation. But damnit I can dream! Just wondering, why do you want a backseat for your fun car? Having an extra fun car is nice but it means another car you have to maintain and insure. Can you drive stick? Being able to drive stick or open to it gives you more options. Do you have garage space? Getting something older, may require garage space since they'll rust away if you drive them in snow or have them outside. You're in Canada, which has more lax importing laws, so you could go nuts and import something from Japan. Have you considered trading in the Prius for a more fun daily driver?
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Your Loyal Vizier posted:Picky fiance car hunt update: miracle of miracles, we've stretched the budget to $7k and she's actually considering a Subaru Forester. The catch is, she only likes the 2008 and earlier body style. I'm feeling better about this than say, a Sonic or Mini or Fiat, because even if it's older than I'd like it's still a Subaru. Is that legit, or am I just rationalizing because I want to be done with this? For Subarus from that era, the headgasket, water pump, and timing belt should done around every ~100k. I wouldn't buy one without that done or without a price cut and expectation of getting that done. edit: beaten
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