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#21 of 3121 Hauling dogs II - are you wrong?? by jamespower Jul 30, 1999 (11:49 pm)
In response to #17, we have an 80 pound Old English Sheepdog plus lots of camping gear and asked ourselves the same question. The answer we came to was Impreza based 'wagons' including Outback Sport = no too small rear hatch too steeply angled, Forester = maybe, Legacy (including true Outback wagons) = yes definitely. I may be mistaken, but I doubt if the average SUV can hold more gear than a Legacy based wagon. Certainly something like my friend's 4Runner would do no better whilst costing a lot more to buy and run. Unless you really need true off-road capability, stick with Subaru, save money, gas and the planet.   Just my £0.02 worth. James
#22 of 3121 Re: Good Time to Buy? by folkmuse Aug 01, 1999 (12:56 am)
Regarding the pricing on '99 Outback Sports, I went to three dealers when I shopped around. Two "brick and mortar" and one via the Internet. What I came up with was: $16,345 w/ floor mats and tailpipe         extender (Carpoint.com) $16,745 no options (Local dealer #1) $16,758 fog lights, keyless, mats,         tailpipe extender, pinstripes (Local         dealer #2)
#23 of 3121 Milan by mila Aug 05, 1999 (6:28 pm)
It's a compact combo which hv excellent control in the wheels and steer. More air-conditon slows down the wheels. Good buy for the performance.
#24 of 3121 Uncomfortable driver's seat by folkmuse Aug 11, 1999 (2:12 pm)
In general, I've been very pleased with my new OBS. The performance, handling and convenience features are superlative. But I do have one complaint: the driver's seat is not comfortable on a long drive! I took the car on my first long drive a few days ago and after 90 minutes my lower back was hurting! I *think* the problem is lack of leg support for my right leg. I'm trying different support ideas to see if I can alleviate the problem. So, just a word of caution: if the seats in the OBS are significantly different from whatever you are currently driving, see if you can get a real long test drive in before you purchase!
#25 of 3121 Funny thing..... by ramon Aug 11, 1999 (4:06 pm)
It seemed like your post is the first ever comment about hte seaing comfort on the OBS. True, I don't think the seats are say....Lexus type comfort but I think for it's class it's really good. I sat on much worse. However, to each his/her own.    Just want to add..... I was at a sweeping fast arc hook turn yesterday during a heacy rain. I believe the regular speed is 30km/h..... and most ppl would break entering the the turn. I went in at 60..... I thought I lost it. It was not until I got out and asked my friend wasn't that scary that they realised I was going in that fast. I thought I was about to lose it but all these time the OBS was holding the slippery road like a cat which refuse to slip. I just got a new found respect for this car. I'm convinced at that condition, no regular car would've got out of that turn without hitting the side bank of trees. I love this car!!!
#26 of 3121 bkperry by bkperry Aug 12, 1999 (6:24 am)
Just picked up my new OBS today. I'm very happy so far- took it out for a spin on some rough mountainy dirt roads here in CO and it tracked like a champ. I'm proud to say it's already been to the car wash! As for the engine noise- believe me, as time wears on, you start to really enjoy the distinctive sound in low gears. It's like an old friend after my 4 years in a Legacy wagon. As for price, here's what I received: Base model, plus: mats, pinstriping, hood deflector, tailpipe cover, keyless entry, active/passive security, cruise control & ski rack for $17,707. This was after much haggling and many salesman-trips-to-the-manager. It's a silver model. I'm excited to get out and drive- I can't wait for winter. ---bkperry
#27 of 3121 Not so funny, really... by folkmuse Aug 12, 1999 (1:50 pm)
"I don't think the seats are say....Lexus type comfort" They're not even Ford Escort (my old car) type comfort! My opinion, of course. The firm seat and small amount of leg support just don't work for me for an extended trip. The car does handle well, though, and I look forward to my first New England winter drive.
#28 of 3121 leg room sux by ramon Aug 12, 1999 (1:55 pm)
Yeah, I do agree that the leg room is pretty small compare to most cars in its class. I was kinda surprised. Also the back seat is quite cramp. I agree to that. But heck, I still love this car and most of the time I travel either by myself or with my girlfriend.
#29 of 3121 by mstipe Sep 08, 1999 (8:09 pm)
My wife and I just bought a 99 OBS. We paid $16,600 for a base model with auto trans. We traded a Honda Civic hatchback for it, and so far, we don't miss the Honda at all. It's mostly a commuting car for my wife, and while the gas mileage isn't as good as the Honda, the peace of mind she's getting from driving the highways in a car with some heft and power to it are worth the investment. Also, she doesn't feel as intimidated by the larger SUVs that are now crowding the roads as she did in her 94 Civic. Just some thoughts...
#30 of 3121 Look for deals by alanlcit Sep 11, 1999 (3:53 pm)
At this time of the year, you should really be looking for advertised '99 models, because you should be able to pull off great deals armed with dealer advertising. Look into the laws in your state to see whether the law requires the dealer to sell at the advertised price; most states do, I think. In any case, in the Oregonian this morning, I saw a Subaru Outback Sport ad for a vehicle with an MSRP of 18,847, but advertised at 14,245. I could walk in to the dealership today, and assuming they still had the vehicle, purchase it at that price. Judging from the MSRP, this is either an automatic vehicle, or a loaded 5-speed. So don't settle for the "losing money if we sell below invoice" drivel that the dealers try to pull, and don't settle for the $17k price range for automatics. You should be able to do better. Look for well under 16k (or even 15k) if you're buying a 5-speed, even if you don't have an ad to bring in to the dealer. For dealers to be advertising vehicles at the above price, there MUST be large dealer incentives available. This means that even if they sell you the car at invoice, they are probably making $2000 on the deal. Read the Edmunds web page, and don't get fleeced.

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