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#10618 of 10758 Considering buying a 2009 Outback Special Edition by maxxmd Dec 19, 2008 (1:30 pm)
I am considering buying a 2009 Outback Special Edition. I owned a 1998 Outback and got 196K trouble free miles out of it.   I traded it in for a Malibu Maxx as I had a huge GM card rebate. It's time for another new car.   Are there any issues to be aware of in the 2009 models? Are there any build dates to avoid? I know all the information is here in the discussion group (HG, trans, etc) but with over 25,000 posts I don't have time to read everything with the holidays approaching. I am looking for the Cliff Notes version.   Thanks in advance for your help. Replies to this message: xwesx (Dec 19, 2008 2:50 pm) ateixeira (Dec 24, 2008 8:52 am) longislander1 (Jan 17, 2009 10:42 am) 28firefighter (Jan 17, 2009 5:37 pm)
#10619 of 10758 Re: Considering buying a 2009 Outback Special Edition [maxxmd] by xwesx Dec 19, 2008 (2:50 pm)
Replying to: maxxmd (Dec 19, 2008 1:30 pm) I have not seen any significant issues arise yet for the 2009 Outback. It is the fifth and final year of the current model generation, so I expect that most if not all kinks are worked out for this model year. It is the 2010 vehicles that may re-introduce new hiccups....   I was able to use half of my GM points to help my brother get a decent discount on the Cobalt he purchased early last year. That was a nice feeling, and I did not even have to settle for a GM to use the rebate!
#10620 of 10758 Re: Considering buying a 2009 Outback Special Edition [maxxmd] by ateixeira Dec 24, 2008 (8:52 am)
Replying to: maxxmd (Dec 19, 2008 1:30 pm) Kurt also came from a Malibu Maxx, in his case to a new Forester XT.   The kinks have been worked out so the Outback is a pretty safe choice, IMHO. We haven't seen many HG failures since MY03 or so, and that's 5+ years.
#10621 of 10758 Shift knob / armrest extension? by wallie502 Jan 02, 2009 (3:21 pm)
I just picked up an 09 Legacy SE and I've got two questions.    1) I'm looking to replace the boring rubber shift knob with something nicer. Does anyone have any suggestions? I like the Momo one offered by Subaru accessories but it's kinda pricey. Also, can I perform the switch myself, and if I don't buy a Subaru-approved unit, can I be sure that it will fit my shifter?    2) Center arm rest extension - does anyone actually buy this? If so, is it worth it? I think it'd be nice. Can I perform the install myself?    Thanks. Replies to this message: plim77 (Jan 02, 2009 7:55 pm) longislander1 (Jan 17, 2009 10:36 am) bat1161 (Jan 04, 2009 10:12 am) xwesx (Jan 05, 2009 1:21 pm)
#10622 of 10758 Re: Shift knob / armrest extension? [wallie502] by plim77 Jan 02, 2009 (7:55 pm)
Replying to: wallie502 (Jan 02, 2009 3:21 pm) I have an LLBean Outback and my wife has a Legacy. Don't waste your time/money on the arm rest extension. We have it in my wife's car and it just gets in the way. It sometimes pops up when you don't need it. You can rest your arm without it- as I do in my wagon.   Get the Momo shift nob, but not from the dealer. Get it off of eBay or somewhere else you can get it cheaper- then you're guaranteed a good fit. Replies to this message: longislander1 (Jan 17, 2009 10:36 am)
#10623 of 10758 Re: Shift knob / armrest extension? [wallie502] by bat1161 Jan 04, 2009 (10:12 am)
Replying to: wallie502 (Jan 02, 2009 3:21 pm) And I'm the other way from plim77 - I like the arm rest extension (I have the LL Bean also). I've read either here or one of the subaru specific sites how to do the install yourself. As for the shifter knob, I never did it but ebay sounds like a good alternative.   Mark Replies to this message: xwesx (Jan 05, 2009 1:21 pm)
#10624 of 10758 Re: Shift knob / armrest extension? [bat1161] by xwesx Jan 05, 2009 (1:21 pm)
Replying to: bat1161 (Jan 04, 2009 10:12 am) I cannot say for sure on the Legacy, but they typically screw on to the shift rod and are quite standardized. Replacing one should take a matter of minutes. The only fit issue that seems quite possible is if the boot attaches to the knob. In that case, if the replacement knob did not have a similar attachment point, the boot would be troublesome thereafter....
#10625 of 10758 Safety Issue by 6422130 Jan 16, 2009 (7:41 pm)
I have a 2009 Subaru Legacy SE (base) and I have on a few occasions experienced the car's rear end sliding out of control in a tight medium speed turn(on ramp). I asked Subaru about this and they said they would note the issue. I feel the car is very unsafe. Any suggstions? Replies to this message: xwesx (Jan 20, 2009 9:01 am)
#10626 of 10758 Re: Shift knob / armrest extension? [plim77] by longislander1 Jan 17, 2009 (10:36 am)
Replying to: plim77 (Jan 02, 2009 7:55 pm) There are a bunch of aftermarket places that offer shift knobs, but the cheaper ones that I've seen look cheaper. If you google "Legacy" and "shift knob", you can find the suppliers. Also, you can check the archives or put up a query at legacygt.com/forums. The guys there are always talking about aftermarket suppliers.   Removing the knob is basically a twist-off deal where you're breaking some kind of adhesive bond. Some of the aftermarket suppliers post the installation instructions when they list the Momo know. You can also probably find instructions at the above mentioned forum. Because it's basically a twist-off, a lot of aftermarket knobs should fit.   I'm the opposite of Wallie. My wife drives the LLBean Outback and I drive the Legacy. We both have the extended armrest. My wife doesn't use hers. I couldn't do without it.
#10627 of 10758 Re: Considering buying a 2009 Outback Special Edition [maxxmd] by longislander1 Jan 17, 2009 (10:42 am)
Replying to: maxxmd (Dec 19, 2008 1:30 pm) I just drove an '09 Outback SE loaner with 1,600 miles. Nice car. My wife has an '08 LLBean and they handle essentially the same. The Harmon Kardon sound system is definitely better than the '08 version and it's great that they added power and heated seats. Two drawbacks in the SE, IMHO: manual climate controls, which are a pain to operate, and lack of a sunroof. Replies to this message: 28firefighter (Jan 17, 2009 5:37 pm)

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