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#1982 of 2084 Re: GPS Navagation [subout] by pbacus Aug 30, 2005 (11:04 am)
Replying to: subout (Aug 23, 2005 8:14 am) I just, within the last couple of weeks, bought a 2005 2.5 XT limited. The dealership that I purchased the car from said that I could not get a GPS navigations system added to the car. Perhaps they will make it available at a later date. I would also like to get it.
#1983 of 2084 NAV by ateixeira Aug 31, 2005 (5:57 am)
It's a factory option for MY2006, on several models (high-end ones).   -juice
#1984 of 2084 2001 Outback Limited Purchase? by madman55 Aug 31, 2005 (9:18 am)
We're possibly looking at purchasing a 2001 Outback Limited (2.5L H4) for approximately $12k. Searches online suggest for the mileage (67k) the price is pretty reasonable considering the features included. We're moving down from a larger SUV (98 mountaineer) to this vehicle (gas prices, repairs on the #%* truck, and trying to re-examine what we actually need). Are there any general issues to be aware of with a vehicle like this (specifically repairs or future problems)? We're buying it from the original owners, who, while they can't provide any documentation indicate that they've done the regular maintenance on the vehicle. We determined where they got their service from and contacted the dealer who couldn't say much, but did share that its only undergone regular maintenance. Carfax report doesn't suggest any problems either. I guess the general notion is to go ahead, but I thought I'd ask if there are any general issues we should try to be aware of (if there are any) and if there was any advice. Thanks for any suggestions/ideas.   scott
#1985 of 2084 Hesitate by ateixeira Aug 31, 2005 (10:03 am)
They didn't keep receipts or records, so how careful were they, really?   I dunno, I'd red flag that aspect. Maybe have a mechanical inspection before you buy it. Have them look closely at the head gaskets, the brakes, and the clutch or auto tranny.   -juice
#1986 of 2084 records... by bkaiser1 Aug 31, 2005 (11:12 am)
While I am religious about keeping records, I don't personally know anyone else who bothers to keep receipts. Most people simply toss the paperwork, not thinking that they might be of value to a potential next owner.   My parents, for instance, are religious about maintaining their cars every 3000 miles at the dealer and never miss a service -- they don't, however, have any receipts in the car to "prove" the work was done. Same goes with my partner...he doesn't have a single receipt saved for his Accord, but it's received very consistent maintenance. I wouldn't let the absence of records sway you from the car purchase, but I WOULD have a mechanic fully inspect the vehicle just to look for anything obviously wrong.   My 2001 Outback was an excellent car, but I did have trouble with the clutch (fixed by a TSB at the dealer), wind noise at the front windows, and there was a paint defect that was causing the paint to crack under the clearcoat. All was fixed under warranty, but be sure to look at these things on a used model. I miss this car and wish I still had it! Good luck with your purchase!   Brian
#1987 of 2084 Idea by ateixeira Aug 31, 2005 (11:16 am)
A light bulb just lit up in my head.   Ask the seller to open an account on My.Subaru.com, that has all the dealer services in it. Then ask him to just print the list.   I have a similar list for my Forester, it's great. The dealer stuff was already entered, but you can add the stuff you do yourself.   -juice Replies to this message: madman55 (Sep 02, 2005 5:38 am) madman55 (Sep 02, 2005 5:41 am)
#1988 of 2084 Re: Idea [ateixeira] by madman55 Sep 02, 2005 (5:38 am)
Replying to: ateixeira (Aug 31, 2005 11:16 am) Thanks for all the suggestions. Based on them I think we're going to have it checked out by the dealership where we know they had service work done, there might be a chance in doing that that the dealership would feel more forthcoming in sharing the vehicle's history. I should have just gone with my gut and headed in that direction anyhow.   Actually, juice, your My.Subaru.com notion gives me an idea that I might try to see what happens. I have the vehicle's VIN number, I wonder if the site would let me get access to the service history myself!?   Brian, your comment about wind noise reminded me that I thought it seemed as if the driver side window looked loose somehow. It was a passing thought, and when I checked it the window seemed fine, but its worth taking a closer look at.   I'm kinda anxious to get this sorted out, I can't believe gas prices over the last couple days. Anything at this point that's more efficient than our truck would be great. The seller hasn't gotten back to us yet....why you would advertise selling your car a day before you're going to have a baby (C-section) is beyond me. Replies to this message: madman55 (Sep 02, 2005 5:41 am)
#1989 of 2084 My.Subaru.com by ateixeira Sep 02, 2005 (5:39 am)
I think you need a PIN, you may need the owner to call and request it.   I'm not sure, call and ask, 800-SUBARU3.   -juice
#1990 of 2084 Re: Idea [madman55] by madman55 Sep 02, 2005 (5:41 am)
Replying to: madman55 (Sep 02, 2005 5:38 am) Quick update to answer my own question, apparently there are pin numbers that are sent out by Subaru when owners change hands. So it sounds like I could get access to the history *after* we transfer the ownership. Supposedly an owner letter is sent out by Subaru welcoming the new owner that includes the pin.
#1991 of 2084 VDC and ABS lights go up by swbo101 Sep 12, 2005 (4:52 pm)
So the car got into a gravel road with lots of potholes, I put on the high beam, and then , simultaneously, both the VDC and ABS lights went on!   I went home, stopped the car and restarted it: both lights were out. How do you explain that? Replies to this message: ateixeira (Sep 13, 2005 7:28 am) kimbr10 (Oct 21, 2005 8:22 am) swbo101 (Oct 23, 2005 4:22 pm)

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