Subaru Legacy Estate 1989-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Much cheaper than the Impreza.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Don't expect to run on a tight budget. Very thirsty.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Bit fronty, but otherwise okay.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very, very fast.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never had a problem.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    The Legacy has a bit of a horsey-set image.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Everyone complains about the passenger seat!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Alarm and immobiliser fitted to mine - but not standard manufacturers items.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    I have had no experience of Subaru dealers. Can't comment.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None. 170k on the clock too.

    Other

    Rear anti-roll bar links needed changing - quite dear at £60/each.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No