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My dad had 3 Subaru's when I was a kid. 2 sedans and 1 wagon. Far as i know he never had any trouble with any of them. This was in the late 70's early 80's. All 3 were standard transmissions.
Same here 5 subaru with minimum of 260 000 miles on them 12 years that's facts !!!! Still own two one of 10 years old as long as you maintain them they are tanks!!!!!!
I bought one of these with over 300k miles and an automatic transmission. aside from a few leaks that were easily repairable and fuel pump and other worn out suspension parts etc. its still going surprisingly great. a.c. even still works!
The 6 cyl NEVER had an issue with the HG. Only a few years (99-03) of the 2.5's had it due to them using a laminated gasket which over time, de-laminates and causes a leak either oil or coolant. Simply pull the old one out, swap in a turbo MLS and you'll never blow one again unless you overheat it. Between myself, my wife and daughters we've put over 500k mi on Subaru's and we live in Wisconsin where we NEED the AWD and it's hands down the best AWD on the market. Absolutely zero need for one where it doesn't snow.
Scotty the Jay Leno of good cheap cars. Imagine if Scotty start collecting a bunch of cheap good used cars, and the center of the collection the legendary 94 Celica.
Up here in NY, when Saab went out of business, all the Saab mechanics went into Subaru maintenance because all their customers started buying Subarus. Saabs were pretty good in the snow and Subarus with the 4-wheel drive were great.
I have had many Subarus since 1985. I have an 07 Outback right now. Bought it used for $6K six years ago with good maintenance records. I love it for the AWD because living in WI, it's nice to be able to get around in nasty winter weather. With good snow/ice tires it's great! 146K mile and still going. I've replaced head gaskets, wheel bearings and exhaust pipe and brake lines due to salt corrosion. Still, cheaper than a new car payment.
Had a 1994 Subaru L-Series Wagon (Loyale/Leone) in Western Australia from 2006-2017 (sold when I moved overseas). Manual transmission with 4WD and over 330,000km on the odometer when I bought it. Only ever broke down once, when the alternator died. I was able to replace it myself in about 20 minutes, with no automotive experience, using an aftermarket replacement I got for $100 off Craigslist. Started again immediately and continued to run great. Leaked oil like a colander but never overheated or even ran hot (even when it was briefly leaking coolant into the passenger seat footwell). Brilliant and practical car with a tonne of cool little features.
It would only be Toyota, Lexus, Honda (with a stick shift) & Ford F150 Each vehicle would include a print out of the diagnostics from his fancy $5k scan tool
Snow is their natural habitat. It's because of their stellar performance in adverse weather that I put up with them. It still amazes me the way mine goes through snow and ice. You're dead in the water with a Toyota or Honda in the winter.
Dilly Dally Depends on what Gasket used, the Updated MLS Steel head gasket should last forever, if the old style Composite gasket was used it leaves the risk of same failure.
@@billgateskilledmyuncle23 It's the size of the actual cylinder head itself. It has a relatively small sealing surface, in other words, it doesn't have enough "meat" on it.
From what I've read the 3.0l 6 cylinder outbacks are supposed to be pretty resistant to head gasket problems, but they only came with automatics. The 2.2l is also reliable and can come with a manual. The 2.5l is the one to watch out for in terms of head gasket problems.
My 98 4runner has two dead cylinders at 265,000 miles. But my 05 Forester is at 200,000 and still running strong. The 4runner needed new rear hub seals, all 4 shocks, all 6 fuel injectors, new tie rod ends, and dropped a ball joint before that mileage. The Forester has needed new cats on it, and new spark plug tube o-rings. I also replaced the valve cover gaskets at the same time. So far the Subaru has seen less work. But I'll have to see if anything else is needed by 265,000.
Even though I don't like subaru They're great cars, Japanese well built, great all wheel drive, great cars 😂 I have 4 2006 subarus in the family and not a single issue, we do preventative maintenance in our cars💪🏽
I have a 2000 Forester with 170k miles and that baby never let me down, ever. No blown head gasket, nothing. Never had a major problem. Transmission just started to slip because I changed the transm oil, if I only would have seen Scotty's video before changing it. But it still shift good.
I'm from Houston too, I bought a 79 Brat new at 21 years old and beat the crap out of it. Tore up Galveston Island in it and had waaay too much fun. It just ran and ran. Friends in the back seats had fun too!
I was a Suby tech for over 25 years. Started as an Isuzu tech, then switched lines due to Subarus great quality. Scotty is dont know what your beef with Subaru is, but I think your dislike for them is really misplaced. Toyotas are great vehicles but I'll put any of my Subys up against any toyota. Anytime.
My cars so basic too today’s cars but I like it. Things don’t break too much and when they doo break it’s easy to fix. No distracting navigation screen or infotainment crap. people today would hate my car they call it boring but all I need is a reliable engine and trans good suspension tires steering and brakes oh and a decent radio so I can blast my CDs lol and I’m good too go.
I tend to agree , the dash of a lot of the newer vehicles looks pretty insane, you've basically got a whole gaming system computer in front of you, I do think they've improved seats though, I never thought I'd appreciate cooled seats as much as I do.
paulparoma the new Hondas dont have that problem at least, the accords and civics both are super roomy on the inside. The new Chevys DEFINITELY have that problem though my leg fell asleep while I was driving my cousins malibu
It snowed a wallop up here in B.C. Going up a hilly road on my 2011 AWD Subaru Outback was a piece of cake. The other guy with a little 2 wheel drive got stuck and needed a push. That's why I love my Subie 4-wheel drive.
I got my forester xt 09 for just over 9000 Australian dollars and I’ve got 230,000km on the clock and it runs great had a rocked cover gasket seal replaced for 400$ and that’s the only work I’ve got done beside brakes and oil changes. Original everything (transmission,clutch, motor). Completely stock besides k&n high flow air box and wrx exhaust & speedometer
@@user-ru1eq7tw4y Now Now don't lump all there customers into one there popular in the entire Appalachian Mt chain as far south as northern Georgia due to winter weather.
Scottie's always complaining about the Boxster engine. He often complains it's old tech, but he recommends a inline 4! I'm pretty sure the boxer engine was developed after the inline 4. I'm just saying, but I love Scotty and Subarus so I'm glad Scotty found something to like about them.
Nice vid scotty...as an owner of 2015 outback in HOUSTON I can categorically state you are on the mark with everything you said. But wait there is more....the safety...the grip on houstons wet roads....and the ground clearance. Its a nice package. 60k and no issues although changing out the spark plugs was a PIA.
I just traded my 2011 awd Kia Sorento v6 for a 2015 Subaru Forester and I absolutely love my Subaru can’t wait to try out the awd this winter, awesome video scotty
Actually, the 6 cyl did not have a lot of issues with head gaskets. Same thing with the Turbo 4 cyl. The SOVC 4 cyl. is the engine that blows head gaskets. It is not if but when the head gaskets will go. They also have valve issues,(dropped valves ) on the SOVC 4cyl.
I picked up an 02 Legacy wagon with 94k for $100 with frame damage mainly to help me move. Fell in love and ended up buying an 02 Outback wagon with a blown head gasket for $150 Spent a day swapping the motor, trans and suspension. Its been a year and I've only replaced an axle and went to a pull yard and picked up leather seats. Its been a great experience.
Scotty, I just recently got my A/C replaced in my Impreza and if anything the A/C's are easier to access than on inline engines. Another benefit is when the compressor's go bad, you can simply snip the A/C belt and keep driving, whereas with inline's you need to remove the compressor.
A friend of mine has 98 Outback H4 5 speed manual and it has 400,000 miles on it. No major issues, he beats it up, the suspension is shot and the body is pretty beat up too. These older Subarus with the manual transmissions are bulletproof. Some of the automatics are too.
@@RIPdBOON New battery. Keys & fobs. Oil seal in front differential. 4 tires & alignment. Am pleased with the vehicle. It does use oil. That seems normal for the 2.5 boxer engine. Has about 138 k now.
@@Day-Cab nice. I recently purchased an 04 Legacy with 134k about a month ago and I'm really enjoying it. Automatic unfortunately, nothing fancy. 2.5 as well I believe. First Subie and im impressed so far, fun little car to drive.
I've got a 08 Impreza/Outback Sport, 150k miles. I bought it from an independent Subaru mechanic who had replaced the head gaskets, water pump, and timing belt. Definitely need to get to know your Subaru; Do preventive maintenance, don't wait for things to break. Be mindful of your tires, you can ruin your transmission with bad alignment etc. Baby the transmission, change your oil, use the right gear oil.
Pierre Ranger We are considering one, just afraid of expensive repairs. Which models have you owned and what kind of transmission did they have? Do you recommend stick shift over automatic?
Mom and Dad have a 2003 Outback LL Bean with nearly 300,000 miles. 6 cylinder engine. Zero problems with the transmission. The only problem would be the seats, which are flattening out. It would great if we could replace them.
My 2003 subaru legacy gt has 300,000 miles on it. Did have to replace the head gaskets at 140,000 and the a/c compressor at 180,000. Beyond that it has been a really great car. I live in northern Illinois, so yes the awd is wonderful.
Steven Reher did you drive that turbo GT like a diplomat? The cost of head gasket repair (non dealer) up here in Michigan is only $700 to $1200, a muffler job on other makes cost about the same so no big deal, long live Suby's
Just rolled 190K in my 03 Legacy GT. Did head gasket and timing belt at 90K, Just about to do a timing belt again. Just routine maintenance/fluid changes outside of that. Been a great whip. Sold my 96 Legacy with 318K.
Got exactly the same car 2 years ago for my mom, whom happens to also be a university professor! 100k miles and we paid 6k for it in ND, great deal and has been very reliable! She's not a great driver but the AWD + winter tires has kept her safe! The only thing that we changed was the 2 front CV axles which both had broken inner CV boots. We took it to a mechanic before we bought it ofcourse like Scotty always say when buying used and had that $ taken off from our offering price :) You rock scotty!
In 1996, I drove a 1980 Subaru GL Wagon across the US and back. That was a fun car and super tough. I lost it because it got impounded in Washington DC because of overdue parking tickets, and I couldn't afford to get it back. That car was awesome.
If youre worried about gas mileage, get the impreza. I got a '98 with close to 300k miles, starts every time, AC blows good & cold, best car i ever had.
@@Flying_GC Quite a few, My first car was an old caprice cop car from the 60's. Then i had a ford f-150. Had an old AMC gremlin which i loved till a friend wrecked it for me. Then an AMC-renault (which was actually a pretty good car, but teaching the GF to drive stick in it was a bad idea) Drove a chevy cavalier for a few years in the 90's. Then i went to toyotas, had a old carolla, then a new camry, Went thru a classic vw phase for awhile & had a few beetles & a westy camper for awhile. At one point i had a old 60s lincoln continental (yes it had the suicide doors). Traded that for a mid-60s chevy truck + a honda motorcycle. At some point i had a BMW 7-series that was very nice, but cost on average $1000 per month in maintenance (might be a slight exaggeration). Inherited a jeep cherokee & drove that for a couple years, Also had a geo metro for a few years back when they were still common, after a deer killed that i drove a nissan pickup for a LONG time, then traded up to a nissan sentra, which was also a really reliable car. Then i bought my first Subaru, and i doubt i will ever buy anything else ever again. Its reliable, cheap to maintain, doesnt get stuck in snow/mud goes anywhere, is luxurious inside, can haul a huge amount of crap, nice looking. Subaru has it all.
I live north of Seattle. I had the ac compressor start making grinding noise. I simply cut the belt and removed it. My EJ is simple and it has a separate belt for ac only. I don’t use ac even in the summer. It’s okay but it is helpful to have a functional ac if there’s lots of rain and it’s warmer out. It dries up the air and helps tremendously when you have foggy windows especially. I almost want to replace mine just for that reason.😏 I will forever own at least one Subaru with AWD it’s absolutely fabulous in rain more than snow around here rain is a common occurrence and you can just go with AWD no wheels spinning and not getting anywhere no matter how hard you smash your pedal! 🤗 God Bless you all! 🖖🏼🇺🇸
We have owned 4 Subarus over the years, Years ago I would see old folks driving them in the colder regions of NY State, near Canada, and I said I would never own one. Once I started commuting 50 miles each way to work, the all-wheel drive became attractive. Bought a used Forester and it was like riding on rails on turns . I have had various Outback versions-- great for camping and for mounting kayaks on top. All have been 4 cylinders with automatic transmissions. No problems because I listen to Scotty Kilmer and I do preventative maintenance. Driving up to the ski slopes here in Vermont is never a problem-- the right tires turn the outback into a mountain goat.
7 Subarus, none had head gasket issues. My current 2007 Outback has 180k miles and has no issues at all. I've driven it cross country, in the mountains, in the city, lived in the hot dry central California central valley and now in Louisiana. No A/C issues or automatic tranny issues and acceleration was never a concern.
I don't think Subaru's blow head gaskets more than any other car. It's the fact that they need the engine pulled to fix them that's the problem. So when they do blow. it costs a small fortune to fix
Sounds kind of like my 06 Highlander V6. Excellent SUV, but you have to have the spark plugs changed sometime. With the V6, it cost me $450. The 3 in front are easy. The 3 in the back, not so much...
Thanks for finally doing Subarus. I love them. As for not much room to work on the engine we just pull the engine set it on the stand and work on them that way. ALWAYS changes head gaskets 100k miles
The automatic transmission ones might not get out of their own way, but Ive had a couple of manual Subarus, an 02 Legacy wagon and an 05 Impreza (Saab branded), and in 1st and 2nd gear, they went like snot. I could out accelerate almost anyone if I wanted to.
finally rebuilding the engine in my 2010 forester XT with 243k miles.......trans is still original, and the 4EAT is not weak by any means.........I regularly did AWD burnouts(stall up against the converter and build 10psi of boost, let off the brakes and watch the traction light flash on the dash) never had a hard shift or slip.......fluid has never smelled burnt either
Same here, had to write to Subaru to complain but they paid half of the repair. I think should extend the warranty for gaskets and cover the full repair.
Still rocking my 03 Forester at 205000 miles. Original engine and automatic transmission. Also original AC compressor in Tucson Az! I baby it though and only run the AC in the summer. It's still the favorite car I've owned.
Subarus have a high customer loyalty on the West Coast from Northern California up thru Washington & Alaska. Plus New England & the Northeast in general.
Take off the air boxes and windshield wiper fluid reservoir from the engine bay and you'll be able to do valve cover/spark plug work so easy... I struggled for a while with tune ups then saw a dude on utube that did that... you might loose all the wiper fluid and make a mess but it's worth it.
I heard the new boxer engines from Subaru don’t have the head gasket problems anymore and are actually OK engines. I also heard that if you baby the new transmissions out of them you should get a good amount of life out of them so maybe they’re not so bad after all.
I got a 19 yr old outback for free. I fixed it and now it's in good shape. I drive it lovingly, and so far the original head gaskets show no sign of leaking.
Subarus are great cars. Once u replace the head gasket. Change your oil ON TIME and make sure the level is full and you should be able to get 200k out of them
My parents have owned two Outbacks, one 2003 with the H6 and a 2005 with the 4 cylinder. Both went about 330,000 km. The H6 never had a head gasket issue. The other one they bought when it had high mileage and it's possible the previous owner had to do a head gasket repair but we're not sure. The H6 had some weird transmission things going on when they got rid of it, but they also did some towing with that one and I wouldn't be too surprised if that messed it up in the long run. The 4 cylinder developed a problem with the rear differential that was too expensive to bother fixing. But both were all in all very reliable. I have a 2010 Legacy I've owned for three years. Haven't had any problems but Scotty's videos have me paranoid!
I have the ultimate Subaru, 2001 Impreza Outback with the best Subaru engine, 2.2 and a 5-speed. I have 204,000 miles and no issues! And I drive it like a hooligan on winding back roads!
2010 WRX stage 2 here, with 158k miles. Only quality parts and a tune for stage 2. A/C running ice cold, and a few repairs over the years like water pump, a wheel bearing, valve cover gaskets. Changed timing belts spark plugs, and pullies. No head gaskets problems so far, but i am waiting for it to happen. It is prob too late to sell it now, but it has been a good fast car, and i hope it makes it to 250K or even 300k. I guess time will tell. I drive it normally for the most part, and I keep fluids in check all the time.
in love since many years with my 2006 h6 outback, no major nor minor issues untill now 190000 km (crossing fingers on both hands)... and the best feeling comes when overtake a brand new 60k audi allroad on the snow with a 3k euro worth car that is still one of the best on the market (in my opinion at least)...
@@RealityGutPunch He is talking about the new series engines, the FA series. They are in the 2014ish+ wrx's, forester xt's, outback xt's, and the brz. Pretty much all the reg. models still use the EJ series engine which is the older one with the head-gasket issues. Got a '17 FXT with the turbo FA20 and i love it no problems. Moral of the story try to go with the higher models they have better engines and more power.
I have a 2018 Subaru Outback. Not fancy but a good value. Subaru's Eyesight suite of safety technologies, AWD, Higher ground clearance, Economical with gas - High MPG, solid, good resale value. I would recommend.
I always like your videos Scotty, every one of them. This time I neither like or dislike it. I am not voting one way or the other. My family is a Subaru family and we have had nothing but luck with them. Ten years ago I would have been taking a dirt nap if it wasn’t for my 2005 Subaru Legacy GT. And my 2009 GT would literally crawl through anything. And I never had head gasket issues however I do know that problem does happen to many of them. Never had a Subaru automatic transmission die on my either and neither did anyone else in my family. And my 2.5 2009 GT gets 33.7 MPG, can’t complain about that either.
I'm on my 6th Subaru; and my 4th Outback. 2 Outbacks parked in the garage right now. Great cars; and I''m in Houston as well; when it rains; which happens often; it''s a great vehicle. The transmission is rough; until I changed it out with valvoline synthetic.. and it was like a new car... 10x smoother!! I'm 400 miles shy of 100K miles on one; and at 70K on the other. Dependable cars; never had a problem.
I have that same car same year same color but not LL Bean version. I get 30-35 highway, 25 city, and have put nearly 200,000 on it without a single problem (except the time some mechanic screwed something up.) automatic trans. it was built in Indiana. I live in the New Mexican desert. AC works like a champ, better than any of our other cars, never had to recharge. only time I’ve known Scotty to sort of miss the boat.
Four years ago I picked up a low miles (85K) 2002 Outback with the 2.5 liter and automatic transmission. I live in Florida and the car has spent most of it's life here driven by a little old lady followed by me, not quite yet a little old man but close - well I'll never be little but I'm a big guy and it fits me alright. I love the car and it has done me well, even though in winter I pull a small cargo trailer camper on little trips around the state as well as once or twice a year to my son's in South Carolina. And this car will truck it's way through mud and sand like you wouldn't believe on the few times I've asked it to. As with any car, maintenance is the key.
I own a 2006 outback with the EJ253 86,000 miles on it. Had to replace the head gaskets at 83,000. $4000 later for head gaskets, timing belt and idlers, pulleys,sparkplugs.🫤 will see how long it lasts.
"Cows to work on"? I disagree. I've worked for GM, Kia, and currently Subaru. To be honest, I'd rather work on a Subie, than anything else. They're super easy to work on. They just look intimidating to work on when you look under the hood.
I had an 09 Outback with a standard transmission, I had to replace the entire clutch assembly at 63,000 miles (just outside the powertrain warranty), luckily, I had a really great mechanic buddy who hooked me up and helped me change it over a weekend for $400 plus parts and I owed him a few favors. I learned that weekend that Subarus were in fact not all that good, but in stead it was the typical Subaru owner (willing to shell out the necessary money) that was truly exceptional that gave Subarus their reputation for longevity.
@the machinist Same thing with the Prius he loves to slam it. The car is a great car if you put in the miles. Just be prepared to replace the battery every 5 years after the first 7 years. Price keep getting better first time I paid $2.6 k last time $2.1 k only 5 years had passed. By the 2nd battery I gave the car away. Just don't drive the miles to warrant owning the car more affordable to buy a grand Marquis see how long this might last.
I have a 2011 outback 2.5 with a cvt and 240000 miles. It’s used to drive all day every day to home care visits with patients. Done two timing belts and everything else was regular maintenance
Hi I noticed a carmax sticker on the back. Did the professor buy it used from carmax??? I though Scotty said in past videos stay away from carmax because of the high markups
We've had 3 Foresters in our family. We live in WI, my wifes goes through 1.5 ft of snow drifts no problem. My old 2005 Forester went 210,000 miles w no issues before I traded it in Great vehicles. Keep up the maintenance, and drive like a sane person, Subarus will get you home in any weather.
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Scotty ! You need to blur out the license plate on the cars..........amateur hour!
Ok Scotty..I wanted to buy a new vehicle. Which make should I go with?
So the professor bought that Subaru from Carmax. Marriage made in a very warm environment.
@@BongoSuvio Thats not as bad as the Carmax decal.
My dad had 3 Subaru's when I was a kid. 2 sedans and 1 wagon. Far as i know he never had any trouble with any of them. This was in the late 70's early 80's. All 3 were standard transmissions.
theldun1 your dad, very smart man, love my outback up here in Michigan
Same here 5 subaru with minimum of 260 000 miles on them 12 years that's facts !!!! Still own two one of 10 years old as long as you maintain them they are tanks!!!!!!
2007 subaru outback here with 230,000 miles on it, of course it's a standard.
ive had 3 seperate subarus hit 250k miles no problem other than head gaskets
@@williepie, same with the head gaskets, and my family has also had 3
"No problems other than the headgasket" lol
@@ed6548 lol yeah, "we'll overlook the head gaskets at $1,000 a pop" Great cars!!
@@frazzleface753 A head gasket every 100k-150k really isnt that bad. Thats like a rare repair every 10 years?
I bought one of these with over 300k miles and an automatic transmission. aside from a few leaks that were easily repairable and fuel pump and other worn out suspension parts etc. its still going surprisingly great. a.c. even still works!
The 6 cyl NEVER had an issue with the HG. Only a few years (99-03) of the 2.5's had it due to them using a laminated gasket which over time, de-laminates and causes a leak either oil or coolant. Simply pull the old one out, swap in a turbo MLS and you'll never blow one again unless you overheat it. Between myself, my wife and daughters we've put over 500k mi on Subaru's and we live in Wisconsin where we NEED the AWD and it's hands down the best AWD on the market. Absolutely zero need for one where it doesn't snow.
Scotty can’t say “a standard transmission “without mimicking shifting the gear shift. 🤣
That because Scotty is a fancy human scan tool so it is programmed into his bi-directional copper wired DNA :P
@@marshallallensmith Scotty IS the 5000 dollar fancy computer.
had to go back and see Scotty shifting, sure enough ,lol
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LOL for real
Scotty the Jay Leno of good cheap cars. Imagine if Scotty start collecting a bunch of cheap good used cars, and the center of the collection the legendary 94 Celica.
Epic.
@@marshallallensmith The "No money pit" collection.
from Celica Supra from late 80s, Celica GT4 to last gen Celica GTS
I think Scotty will buy all the high performance Toyotaz
PietroSoft Lol 😂😂😂. He’s like the alternate universe reverse Jay Leno.
subaru outback: the replacement for professors when saab went out of business
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Reminds me of the movie sideways
Andrew Stevenson Toyota Venza was also another option!
Up here in NY, when Saab went out of business, all the Saab mechanics went into Subaru maintenance because all their customers started buying Subarus. Saabs were pretty good in the snow and Subarus with the 4-wheel drive were great.
Funny story: I have an outback AND a saab 95 estate. Your comment hit the mark :D
I have had many Subarus since 1985. I have an 07 Outback right now. Bought it used for $6K six years ago with good maintenance records. I love it for the AWD because living in WI, it's nice to be able to get around in nasty winter weather. With good snow/ice tires it's great! 146K mile and still going. I've replaced head gaskets, wheel bearings and exhaust pipe and brake lines due to salt corrosion. Still, cheaper than a new car payment.
I love my 2001 Subaru Outback 3.0L H6 L.L. Bean Edition with 249k miles. Also, its never blown a head gasket.
If you drive them conservatively then it shouldn't.
no one wants to hear about your unicorn
And got no praablems with the transmission...
ez 30 do not really blow head gasket like ejs
Mr. Bean professor style...I like the colour, interior and 250hp.
Had a 1994 Subaru L-Series Wagon (Loyale/Leone) in Western Australia from 2006-2017 (sold when I moved overseas). Manual transmission with 4WD and over 330,000km on the odometer when I bought it. Only ever broke down once, when the alternator died. I was able to replace it myself in about 20 minutes, with no automotive experience, using an aftermarket replacement I got for $100 off Craigslist. Started again immediately and continued to run great.
Leaked oil like a colander but never overheated or even ran hot (even when it was briefly leaking coolant into the passenger seat footwell). Brilliant and practical car with a tonne of cool little features.
Good thing about this particular 6 cylinder 3.0L engine is a timing CHAIN. The gaskets are also special ones. So the engine is solid
2000 Subaru Outback Limited here ...232 k with no repairs except the wheels bearings ! Terrific car !
If he opened up a dealership I'd feel happy buying almost whatever he had to offer lol
He'd talk your leg off, too!
Franks you'd have plenty of Toyotas to choose from!😂😂
Scotty - Buy this one, or this one it’s built like a tank.
He would only offer 1994 Toyota Celicas
It would only be Toyota, Lexus, Honda (with a stick shift) & Ford F150
Each vehicle would include a print out of the diagnostics from his fancy $5k scan tool
Yup Scotty’s right lots of Subaru’s in Canada. They’re wicked in the snow
They're even better than "Wicked". In Boston, they're "Wicked Pissah" in the snow!!!
Snow is their natural habitat.
It's because of their stellar performance in adverse weather that I put up with them. It still amazes me the way mine goes through snow and ice. You're dead in the water with a Toyota or Honda in the winter.
The 6 was very durable. They don’t blow head gaskets like the 2.5 4s do.
Not even close.
Yep I have one that blew twice in 117k
What's the deal? Did they not put enough bolts around the head or what?
Dilly Dally Depends on what Gasket used, the Updated MLS Steel head gasket should last forever, if the old style Composite gasket was used it leaves the risk of same failure.
@@billgateskilledmyuncle23 It's the size of the actual cylinder head itself. It has a relatively small sealing surface, in other words, it doesn't have enough "meat" on it.
That's what I was thinking
From what I've read the 3.0l 6 cylinder outbacks are supposed to be pretty resistant to head gasket problems, but they only came with automatics. The 2.2l is also reliable and can come with a manual. The 2.5l is the one to watch out for in terms of head gasket problems.
The six cylinders have head gasket issues also
Gaskets are definitely different on the 6cyl EZ30 in comparison to the 4cyl EJ, the EJs are the ones you need to keep an eye on.
@@bruceevennett955they need to be replaced every 100k miles it's a wear item, not really an major engine issue
My 98 4runner has two dead cylinders at 265,000 miles. But my 05 Forester is at 200,000 and still running strong. The 4runner needed new rear hub seals, all 4 shocks, all 6 fuel injectors, new tie rod ends, and dropped a ball joint before that mileage. The Forester has needed new cats on it, and new spark plug tube o-rings. I also replaced the valve cover gaskets at the same time. So far the Subaru has seen less work. But I'll have to see if anything else is needed by 265,000.
Even though I don't like subaru
They're great cars, Japanese well built, great all wheel drive, great cars 😂
I have 4 2006 subarus in the family and not a single issue, we do preventative maintenance in our cars💪🏽
same here! 360k miles on my 03, original engine and transmission!
I have a 2000 Forester with 170k miles and that baby never let me down, ever. No blown head gasket, nothing. Never had a major problem. Transmission just started to slip because I changed the transm oil, if I only would have seen Scotty's video before changing it. But it still shift good.
I'm from Houston too, I bought a 79 Brat new at 21 years old and beat the crap out of it. Tore up Galveston Island in it and had waaay too much fun. It just ran and ran. Friends in the back seats had fun too!
I was a Suby tech for over 25 years. Started as an Isuzu tech, then switched lines due to Subarus great quality. Scotty is dont know what your beef with Subaru is, but I think your dislike for them is really misplaced. Toyotas are great vehicles but I'll put any of my Subys up against any toyota. Anytime.
I think cars from the 2000s have the nicest interior and also less intrusive dashboard tech but enough safety devices like SRS ABS and ESP.
My cars so basic too today’s cars but I like it. Things don’t break too much and when they doo break it’s easy to fix. No distracting navigation screen or infotainment crap. people today would hate my car they call it boring but all I need is a reliable engine and trans good suspension tires steering and brakes oh and a decent radio so I can blast my CDs lol and I’m good too go.
CYZ Aero Yea I agree
I have a 2000 buick LeSabre with leather seats
I tend to agree , the dash of a lot of the newer vehicles looks pretty insane, you've basically got a whole gaming system computer in front of you, I do think they've improved seats though, I never thought I'd appreciate cooled seats as much as I do.
paulparoma the new Hondas dont have that problem at least, the accords and civics both are super roomy on the inside. The new Chevys DEFINITELY have that problem though my leg fell asleep while I was driving my cousins malibu
It snowed a wallop up here in B.C. Going up a hilly road on my 2011 AWD Subaru Outback was a piece of cake. The other guy with a little 2 wheel drive got stuck and needed a push. That's why I love my Subie 4-wheel drive.
I bought a subaru because it's usually rain in my country, and the NCAP test is probably one of the best for the price.
I got my forester xt 09 for just over 9000 Australian dollars and I’ve got 230,000km on the clock and it runs great had a rocked cover gasket seal replaced for 400$ and that’s the only work I’ve got done beside brakes and oil changes. Original everything (transmission,clutch, motor). Completely stock besides k&n high flow air box and wrx exhaust & speedometer
Scotty : *Did i just buy a Subaru?*
Me: Clicks
Scotty : *NO*
Me: Clicks off
DJJ DYLAN wrong move
Those videos names are really pissing me off and that's the last video from scotty i have watched!
@@user-ru1eq7tw4y Now Now don't lump all there customers into one there popular in the entire Appalachian Mt chain as far south as northern Georgia due to winter weather.
@@user-ru1eq7tw4y
I have one, Am a hardline Libertarian (Hoppen Libertarian range) Those.
Scottie's always complaining about the Boxster engine. He often complains it's old tech, but he recommends a inline 4! I'm pretty sure the boxer engine was developed after the inline 4.
I'm just saying, but I love Scotty and Subarus so I'm glad Scotty found something to like about them.
The car is in mint condition love it no rust at all
@W M I love it when the snow flies to me there great cars up here in Canada not many left of this model style all are rusting out or gone
Nice vid scotty...as an owner of 2015 outback in HOUSTON I can categorically state you are on the mark with everything you said. But wait there is more....the safety...the grip on houstons wet roads....and the ground clearance. Its a nice package. 60k and no issues although changing out the spark plugs was a PIA.
I'm glad Scotty showed what's good about Subaru. They are really well built and comfortable cars, whether you like the engine or not.
I just traded my 2011 awd Kia Sorento v6 for a 2015 Subaru Forester and I absolutely love my Subaru can’t wait to try out the awd this winter, awesome video scotty
My uncle lived out in the country in north central Missouri. They love Subaru's. You never know when rural roads will get cleared.
In the Midwest every other vehicle you see is a Subaru.
Bradley Thomsen mechanics must love the money they make fixing those things!🎑
@@bradleythomsen3083
Colorado is the same way. It may be considered mid-west also.
Southern Colorado is either a Subaru or Toyota pick up's.
Actually, the 6 cyl did not have a lot of issues with head gaskets. Same thing with the Turbo 4 cyl. The SOVC 4 cyl. is the engine that blows head gaskets. It is not if but when the head gaskets will go. They also have valve issues,(dropped valves ) on the SOVC 4cyl.
Those Outbacks are amazing vehicles! Sold my 2000 with 212,500 on the clock and never gave me any problem!
I picked up an 02 Legacy wagon with 94k for $100 with frame damage mainly to help me move. Fell in love and ended up buying an 02 Outback wagon with a blown head gasket for $150 Spent a day swapping the motor, trans and suspension. Its been a year and I've only replaced an axle and went to a pull yard and picked up leather seats. Its been a great experience.
Scotty, I just recently got my A/C replaced in my Impreza and if anything the A/C's are easier to access than on inline engines. Another benefit is when the compressor's go bad, you can simply snip the A/C belt and keep driving, whereas with inline's you need to remove the compressor.
A friend of mine has 98 Outback H4 5 speed manual and it has 400,000 miles on it. No major issues, he beats it up, the suspension is shot and the body is pretty beat up too. These older Subarus with the manual transmissions are bulletproof. Some of the automatics are too.
Last week, bought a 2006 Subaru impreza sport wagon 2.5 w/5 speed manual. 124,000
First time buyer for a Subaru.
A year later, how's your Impreza doing?
@@RIPdBOON New battery. Keys & fobs. Oil seal in front differential. 4 tires & alignment.
Am pleased with the vehicle. It does use oil. That seems normal for the 2.5 boxer engine.
Has about 138 k now.
@@Day-Cab nice. I recently purchased an 04 Legacy with 134k about a month ago and I'm really enjoying it. Automatic unfortunately, nothing fancy. 2.5 as well I believe. First Subie and im impressed so far, fun little car to drive.
I've got a 08 Impreza/Outback Sport, 150k miles. I bought it from an independent Subaru mechanic who had replaced the head gaskets, water pump, and timing belt. Definitely need to get to know your Subaru; Do preventive maintenance, don't wait for things to break. Be mindful of your tires, you can ruin your transmission with bad alignment etc. Baby the transmission, change your oil, use the right gear oil.
I have Subarus for 10 years now and I love them!
Pierre Ranger We are considering one, just afraid of expensive repairs. Which models have you owned and what kind of transmission did they have? Do you recommend stick shift over automatic?
Recently bought a 2012 Subaru liberty automatic transmission... absolutely love it!! Has 185000km when I bought it but drives amazing.
Us in Chicago need that AC just as bad, the summer's are no joke.
Bad summers and bad winters aka the midwest
Here in Wisconsin it's almost always in the mid 80s lower 90s, Scotty just doesn't know...
jomax clux yeah the legal gangbangers are so much nicer😂😂😂😂😂😂
Your winters aren’t any good either lol
San Antonio is crazy omg
Mom and Dad have a 2003 Outback LL Bean with nearly 300,000 miles. 6 cylinder engine. Zero problems with the transmission. The only problem would be the seats, which are flattening out. It would great if we could replace them.
My 2003 subaru legacy gt has 300,000 miles on it.
Did have to replace the head gaskets at 140,000 and the a/c compressor at 180,000.
Beyond that it has been a really great car. I live in northern Illinois, so yes the awd is wonderful.
Steven Reher did you drive that turbo GT like a diplomat? The cost of head gasket repair (non dealer) up here in Michigan is only $700 to $1200, a muffler job on other makes cost about the same so no big deal, long live Suby's
Just rolled 190K in my 03 Legacy GT. Did head gasket and timing belt at 90K, Just about to do a timing belt again. Just routine maintenance/fluid changes outside of that. Been a great whip. Sold my 96 Legacy with 318K.
I sold my 25 year old Outback/Legacy last year with 120,000 miles on it. New owner is a friend and it’s still running well!
Got exactly the same car 2 years ago for my mom, whom happens to also be a university professor! 100k miles and we paid 6k for it in ND, great deal and has been very reliable! She's not a great driver but the AWD + winter tires has kept her safe! The only thing that we changed was the 2 front CV axles which both had broken inner CV boots. We took it to a mechanic before we bought it ofcourse like Scotty always say when buying used and had that $ taken off from our offering price :) You rock scotty!
In 1996, I drove a 1980 Subaru GL Wagon across the US and back. That was a fun car and super tough. I lost it because it got impounded in Washington DC because of overdue parking tickets, and I couldn't afford to get it back. That car was awesome.
If youre worried about gas mileage, get the impreza. I got a '98 with close to 300k miles, starts every time, AC blows good & cold, best car i ever had.
i assume its not a wrx sti
because then it would likely have some problems just because of its power
What other cars have you owned if that's the best??🤤
@@Flying_GC Quite a few, My first car was an old caprice cop car from the 60's. Then i had a ford f-150. Had an old AMC gremlin which i loved till a friend wrecked it for me. Then an AMC-renault (which was actually a pretty good car, but teaching the GF to drive stick in it was a bad idea) Drove a chevy cavalier for a few years in the 90's. Then i went to toyotas, had a old carolla, then a new camry, Went thru a classic vw phase for awhile & had a few beetles & a westy camper for awhile. At one point i had a old 60s lincoln continental (yes it had the suicide doors). Traded that for a mid-60s chevy truck + a honda motorcycle. At some point i had a BMW 7-series that was very nice, but cost on average $1000 per month in maintenance (might be a slight exaggeration). Inherited a jeep cherokee & drove that for a couple years, Also had a geo metro for a few years back when they were still common, after a deer killed that i drove a nissan pickup for a LONG time, then traded up to a nissan sentra, which was also a really reliable car. Then i bought my first Subaru, and i doubt i will ever buy anything else ever again. Its reliable, cheap to maintain, doesnt get stuck in snow/mud goes anywhere, is luxurious inside, can haul a huge amount of crap, nice looking. Subaru has it all.
I live north of Seattle. I had the ac compressor start making grinding noise. I simply cut the belt and removed it. My EJ is simple and it has a separate belt for ac only. I don’t use ac even in the summer. It’s okay but it is helpful to have a functional ac if there’s lots of rain and it’s warmer out. It dries up the air and helps tremendously when you have foggy windows especially. I almost want to replace mine just for that reason.😏 I will forever own at least one Subaru with AWD it’s absolutely fabulous in rain more than snow around here rain is a common occurrence and you can just go with AWD no wheels spinning and not getting anywhere no matter how hard you smash your pedal! 🤗 God Bless you all! 🖖🏼🇺🇸
Scotty giving Subaru a (somewhat) good review?!! Time to cash in my chips. The worlds gonna end!!😂😂😂
Mike A nah, we got 12 years, just ask OC, but no cars, airplanes and cows, hope I didn't rain on your parade
Nah wait till he gives a GM car a good review. Then Im gonna shoot myself.
@@azsampako2266 that'll never happen they suck looooool
Mike A "Shots fired" comes to mind lol!
@@azsampako2266 GM completely abdicated any pretense of quality decades ago.
We have owned 4 Subarus over the years, Years ago I would see old folks driving them in the colder regions of NY State, near Canada, and I said I would never own one. Once I started commuting 50 miles each way to work, the all-wheel drive became attractive. Bought a used Forester and it was like riding on rails on turns . I have had various Outback versions-- great for camping and for mounting kayaks on top. All have been 4 cylinders with automatic transmissions. No problems because I listen to Scotty Kilmer and I do preventative maintenance. Driving up to the ski slopes here in Vermont is never a problem-- the right tires turn the outback into a mountain goat.
I knew you'd eventually come over to our side Scotty...Suberules!
7 Subarus, none had head gasket issues. My current 2007 Outback has 180k miles and has no issues at all. I've driven it cross country, in the mountains, in the city, lived in the hot dry central California central valley and now in Louisiana. No A/C issues or automatic tranny issues and acceleration was never a concern.
I don't think Subaru's blow head gaskets more than any other car. It's the fact that they need the engine pulled to fix them that's the problem. So when they do blow. it costs a small fortune to fix
Sounds kind of like my 06 Highlander V6. Excellent SUV, but you have to have the spark plugs changed sometime.
With the V6, it cost me $450. The 3 in
front are easy. The 3 in the back, not so much...
They certainly do. For additional reading, you can read up on open deck engines.
It’s really no big thing pulling up the engine.
Also, the blown head gasket is an issue from older generation Subaru’s
They do blow. Often. I know people who race them and they are hopeless. Engine is just the start. Entire drivetrain is water week
Gary C the car gets beat on and it breaks. Imagine that.
Thanks for finally doing Subarus. I love them. As for not much room to work on the engine we just pull the engine set it on the stand and work on them that way. ALWAYS changes head gaskets 100k miles
The automatic transmission ones might not get out of their own way, but Ive had a couple of manual Subarus, an 02 Legacy wagon and an 05 Impreza (Saab branded), and in 1st and 2nd gear, they went like snot. I could out accelerate almost anyone if I wanted to.
finally rebuilding the engine in my 2010 forester XT with 243k miles.......trans is still original, and the 4EAT is not weak by any means.........I regularly did AWD burnouts(stall up against the converter and build 10psi of boost, let off the brakes and watch the traction light flash on the dash) never had a hard shift or slip.......fluid has never smelled burnt either
I had a Subaru Outback. Liked the car. Until I replaced the head gasket at 80000 miles. Although Subaru did pay for half.
Same here, had to write to Subaru to complain but they paid half of the repair. I think should extend the warranty for gaskets and cover the full repair.
If you get the 6 cylinder h6 3.0 l engines, they can last if you do strict maintenance. Or so I've heard.
Keep hearing people talking about that. Even with some of the newer ones (newer being under 10 years old, but older than 5 years old, so 2010-2015).
Still rocking my 03 Forester at 205000 miles. Original engine and automatic transmission. Also original AC compressor in Tucson Az! I baby it though and only run the AC in the summer. It's still the favorite car I've owned.
Subarus have a high customer loyalty on the West Coast from Northern California up thru Washington & Alaska. Plus New England & the Northeast in general.
Also sell in very large numbers in Colorado.
In Minnesota as well
And Canada!
2018 Impreza 5 door manual. Averaging 32 mpg. Love it and live in the mountains in North Georgia.
Take off the air boxes and windshield wiper fluid reservoir from the engine bay and you'll be able to do valve cover/spark plug work so easy... I struggled for a while with tune ups then saw a dude on utube that did that... you might loose all the wiper fluid and make a mess but it's worth it.
Love my Subaru! 3rd one. Mine have never died in the manner you described. But I also don’t drive like a diplomat.....
I heard the new boxer engines from Subaru don’t have the head gasket problems anymore and are actually OK engines. I also heard that if you baby the new transmissions out of them you should get a good amount of life out of them so maybe they’re not so bad after all.
I got a 19 yr old outback for free. I fixed it and now it's in good shape. I drive it lovingly, and so far the original head gaskets show no sign of leaking.
All-wheel drive + Boxer engine + 5 speed = fun.
You just helped me make my decision on getting a Subaru with a manual. Thank you!
AWD + Flat 6 + 6 speed Sti gearbox = awesome
@@barbaraallen7164 to have million times more fun learn to heel and toe and revmatch and you will be waiting just to downshift WAMMM WAMMMMM
Buying these for 25 years. The 2.5 4 cyl from 1998 to 2001 blew gaskets. I got a 2003 LL Bean with 167K, zero issues.
Subarus are great cars. Once u replace the head gasket. Change your oil ON TIME and make sure the level is full and you should be able to get 200k out of them
what happens if your oil is mid level on the dipstick?
@@finnster321 boom
My rex is a 2002 bugeye and it goes like a cat that sat in paint thinners. 202000 K's on the clock, I absolutely love it.
Paid $260 for a 98 outback and she's still running
Got a 98 Jimmy for free and drove it 10k miles and no problems
Yup $400 for a 98 Legacy EJ22 Auto with 320k. Everything working fine including climate control sun roofs and all.
Whattttt i paid $800 for a 98'gt with a blown headgasket...either you got a steal or i got rippppppppeeedddd lmao
did you buy it yesterday?
zachary shoemaker
If it’s a rust free manual transmission in good shape you got a good deal. The head gaskets are not a hard job on those
My parents have owned two Outbacks, one 2003 with the H6 and a 2005 with the 4 cylinder. Both went about 330,000 km. The H6 never had a head gasket issue. The other one they bought when it had high mileage and it's possible the previous owner had to do a head gasket repair but we're not sure. The H6 had some weird transmission things going on when they got rid of it, but they also did some towing with that one and I wouldn't be too surprised if that messed it up in the long run. The 4 cylinder developed a problem with the rear differential that was too expensive to bother fixing. But both were all in all very reliable. I have a 2010 Legacy I've owned for three years. Haven't had any problems but Scotty's videos have me paranoid!
I have the ultimate Subaru, 2001 Impreza Outback with the best Subaru engine, 2.2 and a 5-speed. I have 204,000 miles and no issues! And I drive it like a hooligan on winding back roads!
2010 WRX stage 2 here, with 158k miles. Only quality parts and a tune for stage 2. A/C running ice cold, and a few repairs over the years like water pump, a wheel bearing, valve cover gaskets. Changed timing belts spark plugs, and pullies. No head gaskets problems so far, but i am waiting for it to happen. It is prob too late to sell it now, but it has been a good fast car, and i hope it makes it to 250K or even 300k. I guess time will tell. I drive it normally for the most part, and I keep fluids in check all the time.
My 2003 Forrester has 73,000 miles. Normal matinence and the only problem was when a door window motor died. Great in snow and on wet roads.
We are at 145000 miles on our '03 Forester and just replaced a window motor.
That's just about the best subie imo. Versatile, reliable and they still look nice. Great cars
2003 Forester 142,800 miles. Thank god my head gaskets hasn't been replaced yet.
in love since many years with my 2006 h6 outback, no major nor minor issues untill now 190000 km (crossing fingers on both hands)... and the best feeling comes when overtake a brand new 60k audi allroad on the snow with a 3k euro worth car that is still one of the best on the market (in my opinion at least)...
Scotty, the head gasket issues have long been fixed.
What years are we talking here? Because up to 2012 I've got personal experience with the 2.5l leaking
@@RealityGutPunch He is talking about the new series engines, the FA series. They are in the 2014ish+ wrx's, forester xt's, outback xt's, and the brz. Pretty much all the reg. models still use the EJ series engine which is the older one with the head-gasket issues. Got a '17 FXT with the turbo FA20 and i love it no problems. Moral of the story try to go with the higher models they have better engines and more power.
@@thuworldneedsahero8278 FA series doesn't come with UEL headers, can they really be called a subaru engine? :)
@@WeAreTheSHWE i know man that's the only bad part tbh.
@@tails300 what do you mean generations its only been the EJ for a long time until they put the new FA motors in the brz's and wrx's and such
I have a 2018 Subaru Outback. Not fancy but a good value. Subaru's Eyesight suite of safety technologies, AWD, Higher ground clearance, Economical with gas - High MPG, solid, good resale value. I would recommend.
I got the H4 single over head cam outback, it's slow but handles well on those icy mountains.
I have a 2006 outback the same color. I think this generation of outback is the most beautiful
THIS JUST IN: SCOTTY IS #1
Your pic though 😍
Yeah, so he one the war vs top gear.
I always like your videos Scotty, every one of them. This time I neither like or dislike it. I am not voting one way or the other. My family is a Subaru family and we have had nothing but luck with them. Ten years ago I would have been taking a dirt nap if it wasn’t for my 2005 Subaru Legacy GT. And my 2009 GT would literally crawl through anything. And I never had head gasket issues however I do know that problem does happen to many of them. Never had a Subaru automatic transmission die on my either and neither did anyone else in my family. And my 2.5 2009 GT gets 33.7 MPG, can’t complain about that either.
You cheated on me Scotty, I will never forgive you / Regards, Toyota
Funnily enough Toyota owns like 1/4 stake in Subaru.
@@Basih 70%
Samson Ato Nympha lol
I'm on my 6th Subaru; and my 4th Outback. 2 Outbacks parked in the garage right now. Great cars; and I''m in Houston as well; when it rains; which happens often; it''s a great vehicle. The transmission is rough; until I changed it out with valvoline synthetic.. and it was like a new car... 10x smoother!! I'm 400 miles shy of 100K miles on one; and at 70K on the other. Dependable cars; never had a problem.
Have a 95 impreza with 220k on it. It runs perfectly. You do need Subaru coolant and that coolant conditioner.
Peak Global is subaru factory coolant. Talked with engineer at peak.
I have that same car same year same color but not LL Bean version. I get 30-35 highway, 25 city, and have put nearly 200,000 on it without a single problem (except the time some mechanic screwed something up.) automatic trans. it was built in Indiana. I live in the New Mexican desert. AC works like a champ, better than any of our other cars, never had to recharge. only time I’ve known Scotty to sort of miss the boat.
I see these all the time along with old Saabs and Volvos here in Massachusetts.
Four years ago I picked up a low miles (85K) 2002 Outback with the 2.5 liter and automatic transmission. I live in Florida and the car has spent most of it's life here driven by a little old lady followed by me, not quite yet a little old man but close - well I'll never be little but I'm a big guy and it fits me alright. I love the car and it has done me well, even though in winter I pull a small cargo trailer camper on little trips around the state as well as once or twice a year to my son's in South Carolina. And this car will truck it's way through mud and sand like you wouldn't believe on the few times I've asked it to. As with any car, maintenance is the key.
I own a 2006 outback with the EJ253 86,000 miles on it. Had to replace the head gaskets at 83,000. $4000 later for head gaskets, timing belt and idlers, pulleys,sparkplugs.🫤 will see how long it lasts.
Thank you for helping drive down the prices of used Subaru's. Fun safe and practical they are, but a 200,000 mile 2004 WRX is NOT WORTH $5000! My God.
"Cows to work on"? I disagree. I've worked for GM, Kia, and currently Subaru. To be honest, I'd rather work on a Subie, than anything else. They're super easy to work on. They just look intimidating to work on when you look under the hood.
They're different. That's it.
4:31 "The LL Bean Fancy Package" great laugh for the day!
I drive a little under 7500 miles a year, very happy with my WRX. (standard transmission of course!!)
I like this videos, regarding Subaru's. I am a fan of the 2002 Outback H6 with VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control).
I think it's dumb that they call them H6s.
I had an 09 Outback with a standard transmission, I had to replace the entire clutch assembly at 63,000 miles (just outside the powertrain warranty), luckily, I had a really great mechanic buddy who hooked me up and helped me change it over a weekend for $400 plus parts and I owed him a few favors. I learned that weekend that Subarus were in fact not all that good, but in stead it was the typical Subaru owner (willing to shell out the necessary money) that was truly exceptional that gave Subarus their reputation for longevity.
I HAD MINE 2005 FOR 10 YEARS , STILL RUNNING LIKE NEW
Your professor customer gets about the same milage I do in my grand Marquis.
Or a dodge minivan...
And the grand Marquis will probably last longer too
I get 16 MPG Around town with my 6 cylinder Z4 2.5 but i floor it all the time
@the machinist Same thing with the Prius he loves to slam it. The car is a great car if you put in the miles. Just be prepared to replace the battery every 5 years after the first 7 years. Price keep getting better first time I paid $2.6 k last time $2.1 k only 5 years had passed. By the 2nd battery I gave the car away. Just don't drive the miles to warrant owning the car more affordable to buy a grand Marquis see how long this might last.
They dont get 16mpg ffs lol
I have a 2011 outback 2.5 with a cvt and 240000 miles. It’s used to drive all day every day to home care visits with patients. Done two timing belts and everything else was regular maintenance
Hi I noticed a carmax sticker on the back. Did the professor buy it used from carmax??? I though Scotty said in past videos stay away from carmax because of the high markups
I am sure that was not really relevant since it wasn't Scotty who made the purchase from Carmax.
Don't
Ed Bolian used his shrewd negoitating skills in the deal.
We've had 3 Foresters in our family. We live in WI, my wifes goes through 1.5 ft of snow drifts no problem. My old 2005 Forester went 210,000 miles w no issues before I traded it in
Great vehicles. Keep up the maintenance, and drive like a sane person, Subarus will get you home in any weather.
@@larrybe2900 Sometimes in WI, you have no choice. Just everyday life sometimes here, you gotta get places. You get used to it.