2005 Subaru Legacy Sedan GT

[Pumba]

Hey all,

Somewhere online I have see that the price for the 2005 Leagcy 2.5GT Sedan
is about US$30k!.......I have never been a Subaru owner so would like some
feedback on the reliability and performance of Subaru's in general.

Does anyone know when these models will hit the US markets? I am really
eagre to test drive one and decide if indeed its worth 30K as that is a
little steep for that car.

Thanks in advance!

 

[Rockin Ronnie]

Hey all,

Somewhere online I have see that the price for the 2005 Leagcy 2.5GT Sedan
is about US$30k!.......I have never been a Subaru owner so would like some
feedback on the reliability and performance of Subaru's in general.

Does anyone know when these models will hit the US markets? I am really
eagre to test drive one and decide if indeed its worth 30K as that is a
little steep for that car.

Thanks in advance!

Define "a little steep for that car"?

Ron

 

[BlueSTi]

Hey all,

Somewhere online I have see that the price for the 2005 Leagcy 2.5GT Sedan
is about US$30k!.......I have never been a Subaru owner so would like some
feedback on the reliability and performance of Subaru's in general.

Does anyone know when these models will hit the US markets? I am really
eagre to test drive one and decide if indeed its worth 30K as that is a
little steep for that car.

Thanks in advance!

From everything I have read about the Legacy GT it appears to be a
larger version of the STi. So, I guess you have two choices, the STi
or the Legacy GT. Both appear to be the same price.
The STi is our second Subaru. I would buy another Subaru.

BlueSTi
"Scary-Fast"

 

[Pumba]

Thanks for the response.......I was merely trying to say that a price tag of
about 30K is a little pricey for that car when you compare it with
competition such as the new 2004 acura TL which for a little more (about
31k) you get way more bang for your buck. However, I do understand that the
Legacy will have a Turno engine.......I have never owned or driven a turbo
engine car.....hence the reason why I was asking when they will hit the US
markets as I would like to take it for a spin.

PS - what is the adv of having a turbo charged engine? how is it diff from
a "regular" engine? Any pros/cons?

 

[Particle Salad]

It might be steep... it might not. Usually, it's a good idea to drive one
before opining about it.

 

[Rockin Ronnie]

Thanks for the response.......I was merely trying to say that a price tag of
about 30K is a little pricey for that car when you compare it with
competition such as the new 2004 acura TL which for a little more (about
31k) you get way more bang for your buck. However, I do understand that the
Legacy will have a Turno engine.......I have never owned or driven a turbo
engine car.....hence the reason why I was asking when they will hit the US
markets as I would like to take it for a spin.

PS - what is the adv of having a turbo charged engine? how is it diff from
a "regular" engine? Any pros/cons?

I have a 2000 OBW which has been a loyal servant for 4 years with it has
given me very few problems. I am trading up to a base 2005 OBW as soon as
they become available in Canada, which looks like June. In fact I have
pre-ordered one. It will be without the turbo. I am not as interested in
speed or acceleration but if funds allowed I would opt for a turbo, no
question. You can't argue with 250 horsepower. It is just that the base
model will do for my family's needs. Of course AWD has always been a strong
selling point for me and the reason we have a Subaru in the first place.

I have not heard anything adverse about Subaru turbos, in fact, they seem to
be developing a good reputation in that department.

One last point. Subaru seems to be slowly creeping upmarket. The price of
admission is higher and the range of choices has improved greatly over the
past 5 years. I can only hope that I can continue to afford them.

Ron

 

[RankAndFile]

Hey all,

Somewhere online I have see that the price for the 2005 Leagcy 2.5GT Sedan
is about US$30k!.......I have never been a Subaru owner so would like some
feedback on the reliability and performance of Subaru's in general.

I read somewhere that the percentage of Subarus still on the road that were
purchased in the U.S. in the past ten years is the highest or amongst the
highest of any car manufacturer. That seems like a good reliability
indicator to me. It also might say something about the type of people that
buy Subarus.

Performance is there. Handling is exceptional IMHO. Horsepower is
available if you want it. If safety features are a buying factor, I don't
think you can go wrong with a Subaru there, either.

Does anyone know when these models will hit the US markets? I am really
eagre to test drive one and decide if indeed its worth 30K as that is a
little steep for that car.

Don't know. My dealer is aggressively hawking the 2004s to make room for
2005s. I would guess sometime this Q.

It's probably worth the asking price but I guess there is only one way to
find out.

Thanks in advance!

You're welcome.

 

[Alan]

Turbo = Zoom! Test drive a Forester XT and you'll see. Power off all
portable electronic devices before takeoff. No smoking.

 

[Bryan Lee]

My mother-in-law thought that I paid too much for my '04 WRX wagon. I got
it for $22,500 with short throw shifter,sub woofer ,and ugraded alarm. But,
name one car with AWD, turbo, handles like a dream(I got 17x7.5 wheels with
225/45/17), can out run just about any car under $40k (not including the
EVO, STI, SRT-4) 0-60 in around 5.5 sec, around 21 mpg, and is still a
great daily driver. I was in the market for a car in feb. and I looked at
the Madza 6 Wagon(I like the way it looks. but, too slow), the EVO(fast but,
I felt I hate it as a daily driver), RX-8(looks great, just too small I'm 6'
230. I hit my head every time I tried to get in), and The STI( I wanted a
wagon). Subaru's may seem steep compared the performance model to the cars
that are in it segment. But they are alot more car when you add in all the
parts. They are at least a sec. faster to 60mph if not more then that rest.
I think the GT should do 0-60mph in less than 5.5 sec. Thats bone stock.
If you reflash your CPU you will be around 270 or 300hp for $400. That will
dip you into the 5sec. flat or maybe the high 4sec. The CPU flash bring the
227hp to 260hp with no other mods and brings the 60 times down to the hi
4sec. Without effecting drivablity As you can see I am in to power and
speed. This is my first Subaru and I love it. This is the first new car
that I drive and smile when I take a corner, pull away for a stoplight, out
run a Porsche Boxster and have my kid wave at the Boxster as we pull away.
You really have to drive it to see if it's worth it. I really love the 4wd.

 

[TW-Ohio]

Re: 2005 Subaru Legacy Sedan GT

From: BlueSTi (e-mail address removed)
Date: 4/22/2004 4:24 PM Eastern Daylight Time
Message-id: <(e-mail address removed)

From everything I have read about the Legacy GT it appears to be a
larger version of the STi. So, I guess you have two choices, the STi
or the Legacy GT. Both appear to be the same price.
The STi is our second Subaru. I would buy another Subaru.

BlueSTi
"Scary-Fast"

I can see you point, but not quite... The Legacy-based models are noticeably
larger in the rear seat and cargo areas, more solid ( heavier :-( ), ride
smoother, and are quieter. Similarly, if outfitted with the same motor
gearing, etc.., they wouldn't be as quick, and would get slightly less mpg - if
all else were equal ('course they never are! sob!)
And as it stands now, the Legacy will be getting a 250hp motor instead of the
STi's 290-300hp. From what I've read, the GT's motor will be tuned for a bit
more torque at low rpms.
Subaru's '05 Legacies: http://www.need-desire.com/main.html
Terry - '02 Regatta-Red 5spd Legacy GT wagon, 29,000 miles,
Yakima / TandeMover / Rockymount rack.
'03 Silver Legacy SE auto-sedan - 6150 miles.
'85 CH250 - 4060miles!
To reply, get rid of the "nonsense"

 

[TW-Ohio]

2005 Subaru Legacy Sedan GT

From: "Pumba" (e-mail address removed)
Date: 4/22/2004 3:33 PM Eastern
Hey all,
Somewhere online I have see that the price for the 2005 Leagcy 2.5GT Sedan
is about US$30k!.......I have never been a Subaru owner so would like some
feedback on the reliability and performance of Subaru's in general.
Does anyone know when these models will hit the US markets? I am really
eagre to test drive one and decide if indeed its worth 30K as that is a
little steep for that car.
Thanks in advance!

For $30k you'll get good reliability and sporty handling (for a solidly built
decent sized 3600lb car) because of the motor's 250hp, and low cg, and fulltime
AWD. I don't think $30k is too steep for the GT Limited (read all that it
includes), but it is a nice handful of $$$. The GT model can be had for a bit
less, and lacks some of the luxury items but is otherwise quite close the the
trim level of the '02&'03 GT's: Subies '05 Legacy site;
http://www.need-desire.com/main.html
New Legacies are usually available in late Sept at the earliest, to early
November, depending upon trim and drivetrains (manual trannies usually after
autos, IIRC. I know I had to wait for a manual 5spd - and there are far fewer
of them too).
Terry - '02 Regatta-Red 5spd Legacy GT wagon, 29,000 miles,
Yakima / TandeMover / Rockymount rack.
'03 Silver Legacy SE auto-sedan - 6150 miles.
'85 CH250 - 4060miles!
To reply, get rid of the "nonsense"

 

[Dominic Richens]

I read somewhere that the percentage of Subarus still on the road
that were purchased in the U.S. in the past ten years is the highest
or amongst the highest of any car manufacturer. That seems like a
good reliability indicator to me. It also might say something about
the type of people that buy Subarus.

I think the sales guys are catching on.

Last time I went to pickup my 95 Legacy at the dealer after routine
maintenance I found it all shiny and washed (incl tires and dash!) and
parked by the sales entrance!!

 

[john cline ii]

in part:

| New Legacies are usually available in late Sept at the earliest, to
early
| November, depending upon trim and drivetrains (manual trannies
usually after
| autos, IIRC. I know I had to wait for a manual 5spd - and there are
far fewer
| of them too).

The 2005 Legacy and Outback are due in the May-June timeframe and have
been in production in Lafayette, Indiana for weeks now....

john cline ii, who hopes that helps