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#63 of 126 Re: tires [ateixeira] by kens Nov 27, 2006 (8:38 am)
Replying to: ateixeira (Nov 27, 2006 8:19 am) Absolutely. Subaru has no option but to offer stability control given it's recent spotlight in vehicle safety. While they were ahead in offering AWD in their cars, Subaru has missed the recent wave of VDC/ESC/ESP equipped cars. I was at the SF Auto Show yesterday and it was disheartening to see that even the most inexpensive of car makes offered it.   I wonder if the tuning with AWD is what is causing the hold up. I'm even wondering if the fact that the manual transmission Continous AWD is what is complicating matters since it's the one system that really can't be controlled by a TCU.   I'd love to be a fly on the wall in Subaru's engineering team meetings!   Ken
#64 of 126 VDC by paisan Nov 27, 2006 (8:52 am)
Is offered across the board on the Armada standard. I guess they just build it into the price which isn't cheap even on the "base" model. I have to say the VDC is great in it's implementation on the Armada, not too intrusive unless I'm in 2wd and really slam on the gas with my crappy tires.   Last winter during the 48hrs of Tri-state, Frank a friend of mine was driving the Armada with a whole host of about 20+ subies behind us through icy mountain roads. The only folks who were able to keep up were 2 of the STis and I was watching the slip light of the VDC flickering as he carved through the icy turns, you wouldn't have known the VDC was active other than the flicker of the light.   -mike
#66 of 126 What would you do? Have a 1995 Legacy wagon. by carteach Nov 20, 2006 (12:34 pm)
I have a 1995 Legacy wagon with over 197,000 miles on it. I just sold my 2002 Saab and am not sure where to go from here.   When I had the Saab, I used my Subie for hauling things, chauffeuring the dog etc. At this age the car is far from beautiful; but it runs just fine. Question: Do I buy another wagon? I'm also considering an Acura and a pre-owned Lexus. If I thought my Legacy would last another 50,000 miles, I wouldn't hesitate to get a sedan. Outbacks don't exactly scream sexy! Replies to this message: xwesx (Nov 20, 2006 2:19 pm) ateixeira (Nov 22, 2006 9:43 am)
#67 of 126 Interesting by paisan Nov 20, 2006 (12:53 pm)
Well it could go another 50k, but you never know on something that old. It's a toss up. why not a legacy wagon?   -mike
#68 of 126 Re: What would you do? Have a 1995 Legacy wagon. [carteach] by xwesx Nov 20, 2006 (2:19 pm)
Replying to: carteach (Nov 20, 2006 12:34 pm) Outbacks don't exactly scream sexy!   No? Hmm. I think a vehicle's appeal has more to do with color and upkeep than anything else. The lines on a Legacy or an Outback are darn fine though compared to many of the other major nameplates. It does not scream "luxury," though, so maybe that is what you are seeking.   My question is to how much time does 50,000 equate if you have two vehicles? I tend to use my wagon for everything and all but expect any vehicle I have to make the grade for whatever my intended use on any given day.... within reason! That is why I am loathe to seriously consider a sedan - they just have more inherent limitations.   Unless there is a significant pricing margin or you are dead-set on a model that does not have a wagon version, I would go for the wagon for the versatility alone.
#69 of 126 Re: What would you do? Have a 1995 Legacy wagon. [carteach] by ateixeira Nov 22, 2006 (9:43 am)
Replying to: carteach (Nov 20, 2006 12:34 pm) Too bad they don't sell a TSX wagon, since that model exists in Europe.   The RDX looks nice but it's a bit small. Toyota has the Matrix and the xB, but both are a bit dated. RAV4 maybe?   Drive a Forester Sports XT, a RAV4 V6, and the RDX. Maybe a CX7 for good measure.   All offer fun and utility.   -juice
#70 of 126 . by 97obw Dec 02, 2006 (8:36 pm)
an outback covered in mud is SEXY!!! just look at my photo album Replies to this message: carteach (Dec 03, 2006 6:27 am)
#71 of 126 Re: . [97obw] by carteach Dec 03, 2006 (6:27 am)
Replying to: 97obw (Dec 02, 2006 8:36 pm) Well, driving a 6 cylinder Outback made up my mind for me. I found the transmission unpredictable and far less smooth than my faithful old '95 Legacy. So, I am now the proud owner of an Acura TL. If and when my '95 passes on, I will look for an old Subie that is not one of the later models.   Thanks for all your advice!   Nancy

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