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#17 of 126 Re: subary fuel efficiency [friendly_jacek] by helvetico Jun 25, 2006 (8:46 pm)
Replying to: friendly_jacek (Jun 25, 2006 7:31 pm) Um, looks like I DID do my research: I was well aware of the Subaru's mileage before buying it. American car magazines seem to think they're among the most fuel-efficient AWD's, with the Forester, which might hit 29 mpg hwy on a good day, coming out on top. I get 26 mpg hwy on a good day in my Turbo.   Two things account for my desire to switch: one, I'm driving a lot farther than I thought I would, and thus consuming more gas. Two, the new RAV4 came out.   Incidentally, I would not be able to import the model I want, since diesels are unavailable in the US. The diesel RAV4 gets about 40 mpg hwy. Switching to a gas-burning RAV4 to get better mileage makes no sense, as the advantage (3 mpg hwy) is too small to compensate for the hassle of buying one car and selling another.
#18 of 126 Re: subary fuel efficiency [friendly_jacek] by ateixeira Jun 26, 2006 (6:26 am)
Replying to: friendly_jacek (Jun 25, 2006 7:31 pm) Within their classes, they are efficient.   The Forester's 23/28 actually ties the RAV4 automatic AWD model for the most fuel-efficient AWD SUV.   The 03-05 Forester actually held the crown, with 23/30 EPA mpg. Only FWD RAV4s could match that.   -juice
#19 of 126 Subaru Legacy Buying Advice needed! by matthew12 Oct 03, 2006 (10:33 am)
#20 of 126 Subaru Legacy Buying Advice needed! by matthew12 Sep 08, 2006 (5:21 am)
I'm looking at a brand new 2005 legacy GT that never sold off the lot. The dealer will make me a deal at $27k. When I run a KBB report the suggested retail is ~21k. I have to run the car as used of course so I'm not getting a clear picture. What do the fine people of this form think?   KBB Search ====================== Engine: 4-Cyl. 2.5L Turbo Transmission: Automatic Drivetrain: AWD Mileage: 100   Selected Standard Equipment Air Conditioning Tilt Wheel Dual Front Air Bags Power Steering Cruise Control ABS (4-Wheel) Power Windows AM/FM Stereo Alloy Wheels Power Door Locks Multi Compact Disc   Selected Optional Equipment Front Side Air Bags Rear Spoiler   $21,535 Replies to this message: ateixeira (Sep 08, 2006 6:32 am) mpansare1 (Sep 08, 2006 5:44 pm) matthew12 (Sep 10, 2006 8:22 am) rsholland (Sep 10, 2006 12:34 pm) sidious6688 (Feb 23, 2009 3:27 pm)
#21 of 126 Re: Subaru Legacy Buying Advice needed! [matthew12] by ateixeira Sep 08, 2006 (6:32 am)
Replying to: matthew12 (Sep 08, 2006 5:21 am) $27k is crazy high, was that a typo?   New they went for about $24-25k with auto. I saw some MT5s for $23k. Thing is, the incentives may have expired, so the deal got worse, not better.   Run, don't walk. Buy an '06 for less.   -juice
#22 of 126 05 Legacy is not collector item by krzyss Sep 08, 2006 (6:40 am)
maybe except Legacy Wagon with 5MT. Dealer should not charge more for 05 than for 06. The price should be much closer to used 05 than MSRP. Follow juice suggestion.   Krzys
#23 of 126 Re: Subaru Legacy Buying Advice needed! [matthew12] by mpansare1 Sep 08, 2006 (5:44 pm)
Replying to: matthew12 (Sep 08, 2006 5:21 am) Tell the dealer he can keep that pristine car on his lot for some more years..but seriously, that is a ridiculous price!! I would pay close to used...like krzys suggested...good luck!!
#24 of 126 I was offered one for 21,000 by nickel Sep 09, 2006 (3:31 pm)
In Minnesota. I didn't buy it because for my lifestyle I needed an OB. That dealer is White Bear Subaru, north of St. Paul. Call 'em to see if they still have it.
#25 of 126 Re: Subaru Legacy Buying Advice needed! [matthew12] by matthew12 Sep 10, 2006 (8:22 am)
Replying to: matthew12 (Sep 08, 2006 5:21 am) Thanks for all of your replies. The consensus seems to be that the guy trying to sell me this car is crazy (or thinks I'm a sucker).   Either way, after thinking about my need for a "new" car I've decided that I'm more interested in a used car then a new car. I've found a 2002 WRX in excellent condition for about $17,000.00   Anyone have any advice as to what I should look out for when considering this purchase? Replies to this message: rsholland (Sep 10, 2006 12:34 pm)
#26 of 126 Re: Subaru Legacy Buying Advice needed! [matthew12] by rsholland Sep 10, 2006 (12:34 pm)
Replying to: matthew12 (Sep 10, 2006 8:22 am) Anyone have any advice as to what I should look out for when considering this purchase?   Anything that suggests that it has lived a hard life. WRX owners, on average, are pretty hard on their cars.   Bob

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