I love this car, its my first car, and i can say for certain that i am only getting subaru's from here on out. if you are looking for an affordable dependable car, get a used subaru legacy, you wont regret it!Nov 28, 2011
by Dianne S
Sep 16, 2011
It is a great little car for the price. Live in a very rural area of West Virginia and it gets me through all kinds of weather through rough terrain. I have almost 200,000 on it. I love it, what else can I say?
Sep 16, 2011
by Keith O
Aug 07, 2010
If you've seen this Grandma-looking station wagon sitting in my driveway, you probably have thought, "Wow, who would drive that? I bet that thing doesn't go over 80 MPH." But what you may or may not have seen and or been with me in the car was, doing 115 MPH in and out of traffic on the highway, scared to death because you think I couldn't handle the car. 0-60 I'd say falls between 6-8 seconds. But come on now, a 2.2Liter Boxer Engine 4 cylinger, with only 147 HP, tugging a large enough station wagon body, well, it's actually pretty good. Low RPMs in this car was the key for burnouts and a quick get-away, sounding fast a high RPMs gave it a good head turner for the sound, but poor acceleration at those RPMs.
Accel- 3 out of 5
Braking- 2 out of 5
handling- 2 out of 5
Build quality was awesome. Honestly, the body began rusting on the sides before the engine ever began to have a slight hiccup which it never did when I owned it. It had to be repaired mostly only because I beat the living hell out of it, ranging from burnouts to flying through corn-fields. Other than that, it would have stayed very sound if I didn't make it need repairs.
Appearance- 3 out of 5 For 1993, its was a pretty sexy little station wagon.
It was more expensive to own, seeing as how it being a Japanese car, needing premium gasoline, and being an imported vehicle, the cost for the parts were sky high...but, keep in mind, once it was fixed, it wouldn't need done again for probably another 20 years.
Overall, a fun car to drive, but with needing premium gasoline and getting crappy fuel mileage, well, hope you have money for it.Aug 07, 2010
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by Anonymous
Nov 28, 2011
I love this car, its my first car, and i can say for certain that i am only getting subaru's from here on out. if you are looking for an affordable dependable car, get a used subaru legacy, you wont regret it!Nov 28, 2011
by Dianne S
Sep 16, 2011
It is a great little car for the price. Live in a very rural area of West Virginia and it gets me through all kinds of weather through rough terrain. I have almost 200,000 on it. I love it, what else can I say?
Sep 16, 2011
by Keith O
Aug 07, 2010
If you've seen this Grandma-looking station wagon sitting in my driveway, you probably have thought, "Wow, who would drive that? I bet that thing doesn't go over 80 MPH." But what you may or may not have seen and or been with me in the car was, doing 115 MPH in and out of traffic on the highway, scared to death because you think I couldn't handle the car. 0-60 I'd say falls between 6-8 seconds. But come on now, a 2.2Liter Boxer Engine 4 cylinger, with only 147 HP, tugging a large enough station wagon body, well, it's actually pretty good. Low RPMs in this car was the key for burnouts and a quick get-away, sounding fast a high RPMs gave it a good head turner for the sound, but poor acceleration at those RPMs.
Accel- 3 out of 5
Braking- 2 out of 5
handling- 2 out of 5
Build quality was awesome. Honestly, the body began rusting on the sides before the engine ever began to have a slight hiccup which it never did when I owned it. It had to be repaired mostly only because I beat the living hell out of it, ranging from burnouts to flying through corn-fields. Other than that, it would have stayed very sound if I didn't make it need repairs.
Appearance- 3 out of 5 For 1993, its was a pretty sexy little station wagon.
It was more expensive to own, seeing as how it being a Japanese car, needing premium gasoline, and being an imported vehicle, the cost for the parts were sky high...but, keep in mind, once it was fixed, it wouldn't need done again for probably another 20 years.
Overall, a fun car to drive, but with needing premium gasoline and getting crappy fuel mileage, well, hope you have money for it.Aug 07, 2010
by Nick E
May 27, 2010
it needs some work but I wouldn't trade it for many other cars It has some mods giving it some better get up n go (I havn't lost to a single Neon yet or a single Honduh even ones with V-TACH), I've toped it out at 133mph, the 4wd is great, and I plan to do a turbo 2.5L motor swap eventually and with the parts list I'm including I should see a 450+hp wagon, she will be a total sleeper! Haters beware or you just may find yourself beat by a wagon!!!May 27, 2010
by Anonymous
Dec 03, 2009
I'm the second owner on this car; I've had it for three years. It has 195000 miles on it, and I believe the head gaskets were replaced once. Surprisingly good acceleration for a four cylinder 2.2L (manual trans). It leaks oil from the valve covers and maybe elsewhere - about a quart every 3000 miles (it's probably burning some of that). Mileage is okay (24ish mixed city/hwy). I've had nothing but regular maintenance in the last three years, so I'm really pleased with it's durability. It's on the noisy side - you hear all the road noise plus assorted squeaks and rattles (it's 16 years old!) Other than a light out on the defrost button, all the interior components work great. It is comfortable and has plenty of room for hauling things when you put the back seat down. I was a little surprised and disappointed that with a baby-seat in the back, you need to move the front seat up almost all the way, and even the two skinniest people couldn't fit in the backseat next to it. So, it's a little short on people space. Appearance-wise, it is the opposite of sexy, but it's very practical. With good tires and brakes, I feel completely in control on wet pavement even up to 70 mph. It handles excellently in the snow, and is a lot of fun to throw through four wheel cookies. It even has pretty good ground clearance for driving on dirt roads on the mountain.Dec 03, 2009
by Tom L
Nov 13, 2009
Power: Right up there! For its time it was the fastest 4 cylinder North American Subaru.
Build: Minty. Just needed replacement parts for worn out crap!
Fun Factor: AWESOME! Handles like a dream and sure grips like a MO FO. Nov 13, 2009
by Tom L
Sep 17, 2009
Whats NOT to like about it! Sure its a nightmare on fuel!! But it sure flys. Aswell if you hit the loud peddle hard enough it will make you smile! I dont care if your not a car person IT WILL! End of storySep 17, 2009
by Jesse K
Sep 07, 2009
Bought this for 180 dollars, the car had been sitting for 5
years. Only problem so far was the heat sensor which was
easily replaced. Fun to drive, but AWD & a manual
transmission would be more fun. Runs exceptionally well, and
I could not be happier with it.Sep 07, 2009
by Joshua T
Sep 06, 2009
100,000 miles and no problems with it. Never seems to want to stop. Its not the fastest but it holds its own when it needs to. Drove a BMW for a short time and I got better turn handling out of my car the the BMW. Sep 06, 2009
by Levey G
Aug 29, 2009
needs a v8. better turning, touchy throttle, better milage, i had to replace the fron t drive shaft, awsome all wheel drive this car is fun to drive, ac works , its built around a rally type car. looks good to
Aug 29, 2009
by Kelly S
Jul 29, 2009
Like it all except the cost of repairs........ The speed the handling when she's on form. The power everything, the grip (on new tyres). Love the dark blue colour, she comes up really good after a wash and wax. Needs darker tints on the windows though.Jul 29, 2009
by Britton J
Jul 30, 2008
Great car. Fun to drive. Leather, sunroof, spoiler..
TURBO! AWD! Great in snow (only slid when I wanted
to :-D) OK mileage (about 24 mpg). Small inside and
little rear leg room. Confusing mass of wires and
hoses under the hood but doable. More rare so some
repairs more expensive than other Subarus.Jul 30, 2008
by Thomas J
Jul 15, 2008
The best car you can get for 5900. 15years old and the 136bhp is still living in the car. It's relativley spacy in the front. Not that much space in the back, but that doesent matter, im up front.
It's Fun as hell in the winter easy to control.
Build quality is almost perfekt. The only thing i wish they would think about next time is the sunroof.Jul 15, 2008
by Mrl L
Apr 28, 2008
the handling is ok. I have had this car for almost two years. I have put almost 20,000 miles on it
It has been a fun carApr 28, 2008
by Anonymous
Apr 24, 2008
Subaru sure knows how to make a fine vehicle. I've got 156,300 miles on my '93 Legacy and it runs like its got 56,000. I've never had to anything but standard maintanence (oil change, air filter, spark plugs, timing belt...), and it has never left me stranded; even on my trip from Seattle to Los Angeles and back a month a go. The AWD is unstoppable and gets me up and down icy hills and to the mountain passes with no prob. Truly a legacy to be remembered...Apr 24, 2008
by Geoff M
Apr 20, 2008
always starts!|!@ need space to submit
Apr 20, 2008
by Connor W
Mar 21, 2008
Price (Used): $6.450
Engine Type: Inline 4 Cylinder
Displacement: 1998 cc
Aspiration: Single Turbocharger
Redline: 4500 Rpm
Horsepower: 180 Bhp
Torque: 195 Ft. Lbs
Transmission: 4 Speed Automatic
Drivetrain: Front Engine, 4 Wheel Drive
Weight: 1400 Kg
0-60 Mph: 9.8 Seconds
Top Speed: 112 Mph
Mar 21, 2008
by Matthew C
Feb 10, 2008
Great car, runs forever. Feb 10, 2008
by Igor P
Nov 28, 2007
excellent build, quality materials...Nov 28, 2007
by Nic D
Nov 25, 2007
200 hp and 4x4 makes for a sweet ride,but I bought this car for the engine.I'm gonna fit it in my sand rail.200 hp and 400 kilos make for a wild rideNov 25, 2007
by Anonymous
Jun 08, 2007
I really like subaru because they make good cars
Jun 08, 2007
by Anonymous
May 23, 2007
In spite of the fact that the car is 15 years old it is still a good solid running vehicle. Nice to have the added security of AWD. Fuel economy is fantastic. I like the added space that the wagon provides.May 23, 2007
replaced throttle position sensor and temp. sensor per engine codes. still doing same thing.runs fine if you get it started before battery dies.fan still always running has 130000 mi., any ideas
I have a 1993 subaru legacy wagon my dad gave me. Now when I got the car from him he said check the water in it every 1to 2 days.add water if you need it before you start it. ..it also has an issue starting....well it ran fine the first day I had it no over heating nothin. Next day I figured out radiator had big crack in it. So I have replaced the radiator...he told me he had drilled a hole in the thermostat. Okay so now I have a thermostat to put in it. After replacing the radiator I took it for a test drive to see if it would get hot I drove it about 15 minutes or so and it started to get hot I parked it. Today I went to go and drive and make sure there was water in the radiator filled up topped off. And after I 12 for about 20 minutes it started getting hot again. I pulled over left it running took the radiator cap off and had to put more water in well when I'm pulling away I looked in my rearview mirror and noticed I'm leaving a trail of water I don't know where the water could be coming from the radiator is brand new but the water is coming out of somewhere I need suggestions please? ! If I replaced the thermostat and radiator. But am losing enough water to where I see the trail in my rearview.what should I do next???? Is the HEATER CORE a possible problem? A friend suggested the heater core.
Thanks timing chain, driver side door lock, AC work and transmission work. 300000 + miles. Located in Western North Carolina. Would rather have someone rebuild it and drive it rather than scrap it.
My 93 legacy wagon LS wouldn’t start recently. Aaa mechanic beat it with a tire iron from below. It started. He told me told change my fuel filter. Did it and the car ran normally for a week or two. Then, same problem. Battery is good, turn the key, but there’s no start. The starter is good. I’m guessing fuel pump clog?