1991 Subaru Legacy GT 2.0

Summary:

Fast, but expensive to run and mechanically pathetic

Faults:

Within the 1st month of owning this vehicle my Transmission Died. $1000.

Followed by the motor. $1500.

CD Player has never worked. Justs spits the Cd's back out at you.

CV Joints faulty from day one.

General Comments:

This car has been an absolute nightmare. Was going o.k till the transmission locked up on a long trip and almost killed me. As a result the motor decided to die at the same time. Have replaced both the transmission and the motor and finally it is running well. The only nice thing I will say about the car is that it's quick and handles well. Every mechanic I have spoken to has told me to keep away from Subaru's. Damn my crappy timing!!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 28th December, 2002

16th Feb 2003, 16:42

I bet this is nothing bot a second hand Japanese import... so not very sure about the mileage or service records. I've been there myself. Bought a Jap import that gave me trouble and trouble. Subarus are some of the best motorcars ever produced. The one you bought must have been seriously abused. Anyway, good luck with your next one...

Cheers

Ted.

26th Jul 2004, 01:22

I've had my legacy for two months and I also have had a multitude of problems.

One set of CV units. ($300)

Two brake pads. ($150)

Power Steering Sensor. ($200)

And now the transmission is on its way out I think, along with the starter motor.

I don't think I would buy one again, or at least make sure I get a pre-purchase inspection so I know what I'm up for.

31st May 2007, 02:13

I had a 1991 RS Japanese import against all the "expert" advice. I chose carefully and looked after it and NOTHING went wrong. Completely reliable and still felt bulletproof at over 200,000km when I got rid of it. Luck of the draw. Would definitely have another one.

1991 Subaru Legacy RS 2.0 turbo

Summary:

Not for the faint hearted

Faults:

Gearbox made a very bad grinding noise. But the car dealer got a new one for it.

General Comments:

This car is very powerful.

The turbo does about 7psi and goes nuts.

The suspension is very bumpy.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 9th September, 2002

1991 Subaru Legacy GT 2.0 turbo

Summary:

A lot of car for the money, but devalues rapidly, expensive to maintain

Faults:

Power steering seals went. Cost a small fortune to have them replaced.

Door auto-lock servo in the driver's side failed (able to replace it myself with 2nd-hand one).

Maintenance costs are very high, and the engine is so complex it's hard to do yourself.

General Comments:

Loved this car when I first got it. Great on long trips; very comfortable; excellent acceleration when overtaking; but chews through the gas when the turbo kicks in >2,500 revs.

BUT it lost 1/2 its value in a year. Hard to insure (most often stolen car in this city). Repairs and maintenance very expensive - apparently you need a special tool to remove the spark plugs!

Sold it before the auto gearbox failed.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 29th July, 2001

1991 Subaru Legacy RS 2.0 turbo

Summary:

Absolute bargain for the performance

Faults:

Ignition relay burnt out approximately 3 months into ownership, $30.00 all up to replace.

Nothing else.

General Comments:

Love it. Have started modifying the air-intake system for better performance.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 21st December, 2000