[DoctorBretonDen]

http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...11307197&Log=0

Im going to look at it tomorrow. Should have looked at it today but I didn't.
Only thing that I worried about is the miles. Is that a lot for a Subaru engine?

I like the single owner, newer model, AWD, Turbo, and KBB price is inline.

Looks to be in excellent condition. If I like it, I think that I am just going to say f* it and buy it. Just the miles is what kills me.


Though a lot of the solid brands seem like they are crazy high miles. Looked at some Acura's and for the price they have a sh/tload of miles on them.

[Kimeoffessyr]

Thanks for spending my tax dollars on it and abusing the welfare system.

[SasortFkire]

Man I should get on welfare too!!! I want a subaru...

[Nekas48]

Thanks for spending my tax dollars on it and abusing the welfare system.

Nice assumptions. Please pay more taxes. [thumbup] I wanted a damn brand new one but you aren't paying enough!!! I have to resort getting this pos!
I want faster internet as well. I only have the 3rd tier package. You do know that you can just give the IRS money right? I think it might be a donation so you can deduct it on next years tax return?

[Britfunclubs]

175K miles is barely broken in for a subaru, shouldn't be a problem, you'll want to make sure the timing belt is changed if the lot hasn't done that.

Since it's an auto, take it in the lot, cut the wheel as hard as you can and drive it in a slow, sharp circle.

If it shudders and bucks around then don't buy it unless you don't mind replacing the fairly cheap/easy to find transmission.
Or are willing to take the chance that you can fix it with a flush and an additive.

Manual's are more fun and problem free. Just saying.

[bpejjssoe]

Sweet, I was hoping you would pop your head in.

Well, I will check it out tomorrow, and hopefully purchase it.

Manual will be more fun yes, but this is the only XT in the area. Plus the wife prefers the auto.

0 to 60 still isn't too terrible. 6.7s. I figure if I got this I would get a tuner, cai, and a new upper/low and call it goods.

[gennickhif]

the colour is not the best one

[Eltabaco]

175k miles is a monster risk. I would not spend 9k on that! You should have no problems buying a newer vehicle with less than 100k for less than 10k.

[CathBraun]

175k miles is a monster risk. I would not spend 9k on that! You should have no problems buying a newer vehicle with less than 100k for less than 10k.

I agree with this. Some expensive parts might be absolutely shot at. I know high mileages are more common in the US, but like I say, it seems a lot.

Ordinarily I think they are a pretty solid car though.

[JewJoleSole]

175K miles is barely broken in for a subaru

Do you guys get different kinds of Suburu's from us over there? 175k is a LOT, especially over a relatively short period of time. It's a lot for an auto 'box as well.

Personally I'd spend another grand and knock 75k off the miles.

[Innockcroff]

I would expect most of the US miles to be run up from longer drives on freeways with little sitting, cold, in traffic - the latter can wear cars out 4 or more times faster.
Looked after, it's not unusual for japanese cars to run to 300k miles or more with just basic servicing by the book - I know of cases which have run up 800k without even having the head lifted.

[jgztw2es]

175K miles is barely broken in for a subaru, shouldn't be a problem, you'll want to make sure the timing belt is changed if the lot hasn't done that.

Since it's an auto, take it in the lot, cut the wheel as hard as you can and drive it in a slow, sharp circle.

If it shudders and bucks around then don't buy it unless you don't mind replacing the fairly cheap/easy to find transmission.
Or are willing to take the chance that you can fix it with a flush and an additive.

Manual's are more fun and problem free. Just saying.

With a Subaru like yours, that's all true. This is 14 years newer, and costs $9K. I would not buy it at that price, it's more than broken in to be honest. Those engines have been plagued with headgasket issues, not as much as the early 2.5s, but that's some steep mileage to be starting with. ALL of the fluids will need to be replaced, including the differentials. The turbo is likely wearing down, assuming it's original, and he should hope the transmission has been maintained properly. That 4 speed Subie transmission starts to show it's age around 200K. Now, if he could buy the car without payments, for like $6,500, I'd say yes. As it sits... No.

[easypokergonj]

That's near 300.000K for a 4 cylinder gasoline car with automatic gears. In Europe that milage is high for manual diesels already.
The price is way too high, if I'd bid on that I'd say 4 ~ 4.5 grand max.

Perhaps you can drive it perfectly fine for another 100.000KM or when it goes not as well, you'd be facing all kinds of repairs as new owner. Don't forget shockabsorbers, brake callipers and more things that also wear due to high milage. It's more than just an engine and gearbox.

[VemyhemiHef]

http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...18375348&Log=0

Buy that. Don't argue with me, just do it.

2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 Low Low Miles 5 speed ice cold a/c. Custom body kit and wheels. Custom AGP Big turbo this car is super fast. Priced at $11,995 plus tax, tag, title and $299 doc fee.

[ApporpSothe]

Those engines have been plagued with headgasket issues, not as much as the early 2.5s, but that's some steep mileage to be starting with.

I had thought it was just the n/a 2.5's that had hg problems, I'll confess though I know more about 2.2's and 2.0's. (and am more interested in them)

Speaking of which, my car should be done by the weekend.

Major engine re/build comes next..

http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...18375348&Log=0

Buy that. Don't argue with me, just do it.

That will be quick in a straight line, but if he has hills or turns it just won't be that great. I know from experience.

[autoloanexpert]

Well, made an offer of $6,500. See if they take it.

KBB Value range is $6k to $8k for private party so the pricing is inline for a dealer sell. Subaru's hold their value extremely well, too well for used buyers, but great for new buyers.


Put an offer in for another one at $7k. Has 120,000 miles on it.

[muBXvWIC]

wow talk about over priced!!!

175k miles !? for 9k dollars. I would expect to pay no more than that for one with 75k miles max.

Holy shitttt

And no don't get an automatic. Why bother with a forester XT if you are going to get an auto... There really isn't much going for them apart from the engine. So you would want a manual. I mean the interiors are cheap and taccy as hell and they don't exactly look great. Only reason for getting one it cos of the engine and handling, but if your getting a auto, tbh don't even bother. Get something else.

[voodoosdv]

$8k w/ 118k miles. Found one fairly close.

All the XT's on Autotrader within 200 miles are automatics.

[Agitoligflise]

$8k w/ 118k miles. Found one fairly close.

All the XT's on Autotrader within 200 miles are automatics.

Surely the minority should be automatics ? There cant be that many fools that bought these new as autos as opposed to manuals can there ?!

[PemiaGefe]

Surely the minority should be automatics ? There cant be that many fools that bought these new as autos as opposed to manuals can there ?!

Seems you don't live in the US. That's just how it is here, autos are way more common.