Faults:

Both the front CV boots went broken at around 120,000 miles. And now the 3rd one.

Some alignment problem in the rear wheel after 130,000.

Nothing else major went wrong in my 8 years of ownership.

General Comments:

This car is extremely reliable and cost very little to maintain.

Internal space is quite good, especially for cargo.

Handling is not too bad for a family wagon. Acceleration is weak compared to newer cars, but still OK for a 1992 mid-size.

Gas mileage is great for a 1992 AWD wagon, about 22/28 in real life.

Faults:

A/C Needs re-charged

Driver's Side C/V Joint replaced.

General Comments:

I've ran this car exclusively for the past 4 years, and it currently has 178,000 miles on it. It has never needed major engine work. It is in no way a speed demon, but the 130 hp is more than ample for cruising. Cosmetically, the car has began to rust in spots along the rear quarter panels. The interior has taken lots of abuse, but still has no major flaws and is pretty comfortable, although the visors no longer stay up (i hear this is common on this model). Generally, it is a car very worthy of the lost cost at which can be found.

Faults:

The only complaint I have had about the car is the suspension. The air bags in the "Height" system are very costly to deal with any way you look at it. I did have the front air-compressor by-passed because the compressor had seized. The bags in the front are still functional, but I have to manually put air in them, which also makes for adjustable suspension in the front which I do consider a bonus. In the rear there is nothing left of the original suspension and went to struts and springs.

General Comments:

Overall this is one of the best cars I've ever owned. It has required some maintanice and a few good bucks, but in it's 14 years of life it still manages to happily surprise me. Even in the winter it leaves me lost for words on how easy it is to get around.

Faults:

Had to replace both c.v. shafts as soon as I purchased the car. door lock cylinder broke loose from the lock rod. visor are loose and won't stay up. check engine light comes on showing code for idle air control valve.

General Comments:

Handles very well and steering feels firm. car accelerates very fast and drives very smooth at interstate speeds.

Faults:

I replaced the water pump and timing belt at 110,000 miles.

Tape deck quit at 145,000 miles. I should have gotten a CD player sooner anyway.

New brakes at 90,000 miles and at 160,000 miles.

Air conditioning ran out at 150,000 miles and is too expensive to retrofit.

Drivers door lock broke at 130,000 miles (it operates the power locks so it cost about $100 to fix).

Replaced battery at 120,000 and 155,000 miles.

New alternator at 155,000 miles.

General Comments:

This is a wonderful used car! I have had virtually no problems with it and it is still a pleasure to drive (aside from no air conditioning). It has a lot of power and is extremely safe in the rain and snow.

I do regular oil changes and tuneups and the mechanics tell me what a wonderful car these Legacys are every time.

It has plenty of space to carry cargo, and shorter people can sleep in the back comfortably (I'm 5'4").

The visibility is great since the dash is not really high like some cars.

Overall it feels like driving a new car still.

Faults:

CV boots.

Replaced clutch and timing belt at time of purchase.

General Comments:

I am very impressed with this car. The quality is excellent, one of the smoothest and quietest car I have owned. Parts are also inexpensive (especially compared to Toyota).

The Legacy also has great acceleration for a 130bhp 4-cylinder. The only complaint I have is I wish the cupholders did not block my CD Player.