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Subaru Impreza Test Drive - What Did You Think?

22 messages,  Last post on Mar 25, 2007 at 10:31 PM

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#13 of 22 re:feedback [merrycynic] by anythngbutgm

Feb 04, 2007 (6:47 am)

Replying to: merrycynic (Feb 03, 2007 2:47 pm)
I've owned small cars in the past that were decent in the snow, but we get some pretty heavy storms here (I'm in MA). My concern about the Impreza is not the ability to maintain traction, but more the ground clearance and light weight. Maybe I'm just hung up the Impreza being a competitor in the Honda Civic class.
 
Anyways, I've pretty much accepted and am signing the papers on an Obsidian 2.5i wagon (5M) today.
 
First time Subaru owner.

#14 of 22 re:feedback by merrycynic

Feb 04, 2007 (9:16 am)

I can understand your concerns about ground clearance in the snow, but, I don't understand your concern about light weight. Light weight should be a benefit. If your really concerned about using an Impreza in the snow, perhaps your best bet would be an Outback. Good luck!

#15 of 22 Snow by paisan

Feb 04, 2007 (5:29 pm)

Lightweight will get you high-centered easier, and the lower ground clearnance will also add to your ability to high center.
 
I wouldn't worry too much, the impreza is significantly heavier than the civic so it will sink through the snow and be able to grab traction better.
 
-mike

#16 of 22 Re: Feedback [anythngbutgm] by ateixeira

Feb 05, 2007 (11:07 am)

Replying to: anythngbutgm (Feb 02, 2007 10:27 am)
Reliability and durability should be excellent. The EJ25 has been around since 1996 IIRC, and they've worked out the bugs.
 
Head gaskets were an issue up until around 2002, but not since then. Wheel bearings where the other issue, but that only affected the previous generation, the 03 came out with a new design.
 
Your 07 should be fine. Good luck.
 
-juice

#17 of 22 . by anythngbutgm

Feb 06, 2007 (8:49 am)

Thanks Juice. Yeah, pretty much everyone I have talked to says they are very durable/reliable. Here in NE especially, they have a very loyal following. Myself, I have always admired Subarus but have never owned one. I'm psyched, this is a cool little car and I'm sure it will bring me into the "family" for good. My wife is even talking about a Legacy OB Wagon for herself in the future.

#18 of 22 Re: Feedback [anythngbutgm] by nyburbs

Feb 19, 2007 (2:42 pm)

Replying to: anythngbutgm (Feb 02, 2007 10:27 am)
imprezas are very reliable. Handling (including driving in snow) is excellent. Most of the time, I have either 1 or 2 people in the car, so I view the impreza as a "micro SUV"
 
I paid 17700 for an i hatchback (manual) last July, so your quote (subject to what else is included) sounds pretty good. If you are concerned about size, then think about a Forester, RAV4, CR-V, or a Tucson. But with the similiar options (AWD, etc) the pricetag is now $21 - $22.

#19 of 22 Re: Feedback [nyburbs] by anythngbutgm

Feb 25, 2007 (5:23 pm)

Replying to: nyburbs (Feb 19, 2007 2:42 pm)
THanks NY. I have had my 07' Impreza 2.5i wagon for 3 weeks now and I love it. What a great little car. It was an absolute bargain for the money (I paid $16,499) and the dealership I worked with was top notch. So far on my first two tanks of gas, I am averaging 26mpg which is very respectable for a 173hp and AWD (manual gearbox). And going through the snow has been confidence-inspiring. It makes for a really nice foul weather friend while my S2000 is sleeping.
 
Great little car, she's a keeper.

#20 of 22 Re: Feedback [anythngbutgm] by ateixeira

Feb 26, 2007 (11:24 am)

Replying to: anythngbutgm (Feb 25, 2007 5:23 pm)
Congrats, not sure if I got the chance to say that to you yet.
 
-juice

#21 of 22 Re: Feedback [ateixeira] by anythngbutgm

Feb 27, 2007 (4:54 pm)

Replying to: ateixeira (Feb 26, 2007 11:24 am)
Thanks juice, much appreciated.

#22 of 22 Re: Feedback [anythngbutgm] by dintern

Mar 25, 2007 (10:31 pm)

Replying to: anythngbutgm (Feb 02, 2007 10:27 am)
16,100!! That's one heck of deal. Here in LA the lowest I can get is 17,000. Congrats (albeit a bit late)!

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