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777 messages, Last post on Nov 17, 2009 at 4:32 AM
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I've never had a Subaru, and i'm looking to buy a new Legacy. Do you find that the 2.5i has enough pick-up, or should I go with the 3.0 Limited? I'll just it use for day to day driving, but am coming from an A4 that is a V6. The car I am looking at is a 2.5i Limited with auto-dimming mirror & spoiler. Is $21,890 a good deal? Thanks!
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Replying to: ben81 (May 17, 2009 4:50 am) I'm hooked on the Legacy as a daily driver. It's comfortable, handles well and has enough pep for expressway driving. However, if you don't care so much about rising gas prices and have a need to consistently carry three other people or a trunkload of stuff, you might consider the 3.0 instead. The 2.5i Legacy can be a little sluggish with a full load of people or stuff. What's odd is that I don't get the same feeling with our loaded Outback, even though it has the same engine. As you've probably seen, the fit and finish of the Audi interior is better than the '09 Subaru's. If you need something better inside, you might consider waiting for the 2010 which, I believe, will be available starting in June. You won't get the same deals, but the interior has been upgraded and is closer to (although still does not match) Audi luxury. Also, the 2010 is expected to offer a higher output 3.0 with regular gas. You will certainly save money with the Legacy over the Audi. I owned an A6, and while I loved the capuccino machine in the service waiting area, I paid through the nose for maintenance. By contrast, an oil change and a package of inspections at our Subaru dealer is $32. Get your dealer to let you take the Limited for a reasonably long test drive on varying roads. That's what convinced me. Also be aware that, as you drive the Limited over a prolonged period, the car's computer will "learn" your driving style and perform shifts accordingly. I saw a noticeable positive difference in performance in the first few months. Either that, or I just got used to living with and enjoying the Legacy. Good luck with your purchase.
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Replying to: ben81 (May 17, 2009 4:50 am) |
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Replying to: longislander1 (May 17, 2009 8:33 am) |
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Wife and I test drove the 3.0 R. I was surprised by the power it had. I was wondering if anyone has purchased the car in the philly area? If so, what price did you get( if you do not mind me asking)?? Thanks
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Replying to: pf2001 (May 22, 2009 4:35 pm) |
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I'm looking to buy a standard Legacy with auto trans for my daughter. She's a Nursing student and needs to travel between the hospital and the college starting in Sept. I went to my local dealer and was quote 18988 but they would not give me the low financing. They said its either the 2.9 financing or the incentives. Is this correct? Also, according to Subaru.com the incentives end June 1st. Beings that the redesign is coming out in a few months; does anyone know if they are going to extend the low financing? Thanks |
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Replying to: jcabrera4 (May 26, 2009 3:04 pm) And very likely yes, the incentives ought to be extended until the 2010s become abundant. |
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