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Replying to: julianh (Aug 18, 2008 6:03 pm) -mike |
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Replying to: paisan (Aug 18, 2008 5:08 pm) |
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I'm seriously thinking about replacing my 13 year old legacy with a new Outback (the old girl is still reliable, but wife wants something 'safer' with a panoply of airbags, so...)  I've got a few questions about the '09s which are trickling in to our local dealers. My impression is that they are basically identical to the '08s, but with standard VDC and a much nicer radio available in the sub-$30k models. Is that right? My other question had to do with VDC. I've owned several Legacies, none had VDC. In day-to-day driving situations, do you typically feel VDC working at all? or is it only if something goes horribly wrong when cornering? I've gotten sort of used to my Legacy's tail kicking out a bit in icy conditions, i assume VDC prevents those sorts of shenanigans? thanks!
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Replying to: toyo_z (Aug 20, 2008 11:13 am) When I had my RWD 3 series sedan, I often noticed the stability control correcting a skid or other types of wheel slippage whether it be from slick ground or max performance. Now I have an AWD 3 series coupe and after 5 months I have yet to feel it engage. No bad weather but you can see it's less likely to be engaged in a full-time AWD vehicile. |
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Replying to: toyo_z (Aug 20, 2008 11:13 am) It will shift power between left and right sides in deep snow and ruts. It will brake a slipping wheel to put the car in the intended direction based on your steering input etc. It's not very noticeable. If you want to mess around in the snow, there is an "Off" button.  -mike Motorsports and Modifications Host |
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Replying to: toyo_z (Aug 20, 2008 11:13 am) I can compare my VDC wagon with a previous VW Passat W8 with stability control: The Subaru VDC is less of a nanny and permits much more sporty driving without intervention, particularly during fast corners. However, pointed straight ahead with heavy throttle on snow, VDC generates a wiggly path versus perfectly straight for the VW. I would not buy a car without stability control; Subaru's VDC is a good compromise between sport and safety. |
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I am trying to figure out how to get a decent bluetooth car kit into the '05 Legacy wagon, base model, and also how to get my iPod through the stereo. The guy at the stereo place was pushing this Harmon Kardon Drive + Play with an FM modulator (plugs inline between the antenna and the stereo) and mimics the iPod's interface on this screen and knob thing. Its like $80. Drive + Play That helps the iPod situation I guess. I am trying to figure out what to do about bluetooth for the phone though. I want it to be built into the car, not my head. I want it to be able to dial by voice (a'la SYNC), and I would like the radio to mute or and see who is calling, but the caller ID isn't imperative. Any suggestions?
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For all of you who drive the 2005-09 Subaru Legacy, do you experience any leg or knee pain or problems while driving? I read that it's due to the position of the acceleration pedal(hidden behind console). I took it for a test drive but I don't think I will feel anything off one drive. I'm thinking of leasing the 09 Legacy.
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Replying to: pd83 (Oct 08, 2008 7:31 pm) Everybody's different, but there you have my take on Legacy's driving position. |
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