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#853 of 1005 Re: searching for used legacy limited [cptspalding] by longislander1

Mar 15, 2011 (4:40 pm)

Replying to: cptspalding (Mar 15, 2011 4:11 pm)
When I was looking for a new one, I used fitzmall.com as the benchmark for low prices. I couldn't duplicate their low price in my area (where living and other costs are higher), but it did help me to negotiate what I thought was a fair price. You should also check out truecar.com for fairly accurate sale prices on the new models (vs. too-high prices at edmunds, carsdirect, etc.).
 
I have a sports car for weekends, so I didn't feel the need for speed in the Limited (especially with gas prices -- once again -- approaching $4 a gallon). I will stand corrected, but I believe there is no difference in the suspensions in the various Legacy models. It's one way that Subaru saves money. I know this was true back in '08. The only difference then was that the GT had bigger brakes. If you go with the 2.5i, you will be fine in most circumstances and will save a few bucks on gas. The only limitations: 1) you won't be able to hit the gas and squirt into openings in traffic, and 2) you won't be able to fill the car with three other people and luggage without noticing it. Other than that, the 2.5i is a great performer and I understand it's even better in the 2011 with the CVT transmission. Good luck in the search.

#854 of 1005 Re: searching for used legacy limited [cptspalding] by timadams

Mar 16, 2011 (5:15 am)

Replying to: cptspalding (Mar 15, 2011 4:11 pm)
I bought a 2011 2.5 Limited in December. I paid $200 under invoice, which I thought was a very good price. It was right around the price fitzmall.com sells at. If you can get at or under invoice, I think that's a good deal.
 
I test drove both the 3.6 and 2.5 twice before I bought. While I liked the power of the 3.6, I didn't like the high revs at highway speeds compared to the 2.5. The CVT really holds RPMs quite low on the highway. Given gas prices, I'm glad I went with the 2.5.
 
Good luck!

#855 of 1005 Re: searching for used legacy limited [timadams] by cptspalding

Mar 18, 2011 (2:35 pm)

Replying to: timadams (Mar 16, 2011 5:15 am)
Well goin with a 2011 2.5 limited for 800 under inv. Spoke with every subby dealer w/in 100+ miles and ended back the nearest one. The 3.6 just was not possible, 3300k more than the 2.5 inc moonroof + bells + whistles.
 New rather than used due to the better value, availability etc. Thanks again to all contributors.

#856 of 1005 Re: searching for used legacy limited [cptspalding] by ateixeira

Mar 21, 2011 (7:38 am)

Replying to: cptspalding (Mar 18, 2011 2:35 pm)
Yeah, they just don't depreciate much.
 
Congrats.

#857 of 1005 2011 Subaru Legacy Premium 2.5i by kevingm

Mar 30, 2011 (1:24 pm)

Just helped my mom purchase a new 2011 Subaru Legacy Premium 2.5i automatic with all weather package (heated cloth seats), auto dimming mirror w/compass, and body side molding for $20,939 plus tax, title, license and $99 service fee (MSRP was $23,655, invoice according to Edmunds is $22,213). Got 2.29% financing for 60 months also. Did not have a trade in. We got an online quote from a dealership about 100 miles away to help negotiate with the dealership that is 30 miles away from my mom's house. The dealership we bought from first gave us a quote of $22,000 and than I sent them the online quote (ex the dealership name and location) and they matched it. Very easy to deal with, almost to easy, so maybe you could get an even better deal. My mom loves the car and I think we got a good deal.

#858 of 1005 CPO 2010 Limited 4cyl by kyoshi

Apr 02, 2011 (7:41 pm)

All,
 
I found a CPO limited 4cyl in the color I want with 10k mileage. They've verbally agreed to sell for $23100 to include adding tint, spoiler, and cargo tray. I've had a difficult time deciding between the invoice price of a new 2011 without the spoiler and tint, and this car. Am I getting a decent deal?
 
I'm in TX, and this is the only vehicle within 400 miles in the color I'm looking for, and mileage.
 
Your help is greatly appreciated!

#859 of 1005 Re: CPO 2010 Limited 4cyl [kyoshi] by easypar

Apr 03, 2011 (8:39 am)

Replying to: kyoshi (Apr 02, 2011 7:41 pm)
I realize that TX is not as competitive a market as here in CO, but that seems high to me. I bought a NEW 2010 Ltd in November '09 with Homelink, rubber mats (trunk mat too), hood and sunroof deflectors, mud flaps, iPod/Bluetooth connection and PZEV (not required but saves me ever having to get the smog test done) for $25,200.
 
They didnt' have the color I wanted in stock but I only waited a week to get one in.
 
Short answer; $23,000 is too high when for another $2K-$3K you should be able to get a 2011 model with NO miles.
 
easypar

#860 of 1005 Re: CPO 2010 Limited 4cyl [kyoshi] by longislander1

Apr 03, 2011 (9:12 am)

Replying to: kyoshi (Apr 02, 2011 7:41 pm)
I don't mean to be critical, but since you asked, I think you would be overpaying for this car. You can probably buy the tint for less money from any local supplier and you can order the cargo tray at a discount off the factory price from many Subaru parts and accessory suppliers online. As for the spoiler, IMHO it doesn't belong on a 170-horsepower car. If you must have a Subaru, find a new one at that price or a little more. I would bet that the car you're looking at is a demonstrator or loaner and you simply don't know how it was treated. Ask the sales person for the Carfax on it.
 
I love my two '08 Subarus, including my Legacy Limited daily driver, but frankly, if I lived in Texas as you do, I would be driving a Hyundai Sonata Limited if I didn't need the all-wheel drive. The Hyundai is an all-around better car with a better warranty and, for your price range, you can probably find plenty of new ones in your area. Just my two cents.

#861 of 1005 Re: CPO 2010 Limited 4cyl [longislander1] by ateixeira

Apr 04, 2011 (6:14 pm)

Replying to: longislander1 (Apr 03, 2011 9:12 am)
My brother was car-shopping, so we just test drove a Kia Optima with a manual transmission.
 
To be honest, I was a bit disappointed. Fantastic car on paper, but some how it was just less than the sum of its parts. Numb steering, too-light clutch and shifter, not very fun to drive. Subjective things that are not shown on any spec sheet, but neither of us liked it.
 
We drove a Legacy sedan right afterwards and both of us liked it a lot better. Especially the steering.
 
He actually ended up buying a Forester.
 
I'd recommend the Kia only to someone who prefers isolation over driving involvement.

#862 of 1005 Re: CPO 2010 Limited 4cyl [ateixeira] by longislander1

Apr 05, 2011 (6:57 am)

Replying to: ateixeira (Apr 04, 2011 6:14 pm)
I know the Optima has shared mechanicals with the Sonata, but I haven't driven the Kia. From what I've seen, the Optima interior certainly looks cheaper than the Sonata's. I have driven the 2011 Legacy and have had several drives in the Sonata, both base trim (several days in a rental) and Limited. I'm a Subaru loyalist, but frankly, if you don't need the all-wheel-drive, the Sonata is the better car. It has more power, gets better mileage and has more amenities and a better warranty for the price. It is also better-looking and has a larger trunk. (Both have top safety ratings, although I don't know whether one is safer than the other.) Frankly, the Legacy looks and feels outdated by comparison. If Hyundai ever decides to make an AWD version, God help the Legacy. On a Legacy forum, I recently asked posters if they would buy another Legacy if they didn't need AWD. A lot of answers came back and the overwhelming majority said no. And now that Hyundai has released the 2.0 Turbo model with 274hp, you have to wonder about the relevance of the Legacy GT. My only concern with the Hyundai is whether I would get the same superb service that I now get at the Subaru dealer. The nearest Hyundai dealer to me has bad BBB ratings and many complaints.

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