Adam@LIC let me know to check for headgasket issues. 90k miles, all CA car, clean Autocheck record. (any one got carfax?) JF1GG68696H818400

We are hoping that it's in good condition, cause we'll pretty much take it if it is. It's an auto, so I'll check the color the fluid.

Anything else?

 

90k miles on an 06? original struts/springs? id probably check out suspension components and bushings since its been on the road a lot in just a few years..

up to date on maintenece? should have done 90k, spark plugs, timing belt etc

 

Timing Belt and Water Pump is 105k service.

I'll see what I can find out. It's probably a trade in, so, may not have complete maintenance records.

I can judge based on driving it tonight how it pans out. I'll know if it's shifting wrong, if the motor feels weak.

I'm not too concerned about the struts or bushings. I can replace those later, and easily on my own. I'm more focused on any know problem areas, and drivetrain. If the trans fluid has been replaced recently, as long as it drives well the Torque Converter should be in good shape, I'm pretty much planning to add a trans cooler on any car we end up buying, keep that 4EAT happy for a long long time.

This car is going to make many, many trips, esp up to Tahoe, etc. I think the owner also was doing a lot of long trips, which is fine, cause the less stop and go miles the better.

 

thought it was 90k, oh well

and if suspension parts are heavily worn, you could probably ask less and get the car for cheaper

ask where the owner drove so much, if he spent a lot of time in tahoe himself, there might be more wear done to the suspension because of snow conditions

good luck with the purchase

 

I can't think of anything. If the car has been well maintained, it should be okay. Hopefully everything works out for you Gagan.

 

first post updated with VIN

 

Thanks!

 

Nevermind... it's sold...

 

It's crazy that WRX wagons go for less than the NA wagons...

 

That's 'cause the WRXs get the living **** beat out of them. The NA Imprezas have been driven by boring *** folks just looking for reliable AWD transport and nothing more.

-Brian

 

Gagan, where are you looking at the said car? If you're in the San Jose area I can come out and help you since I went through 4 auto trannies in my old, old car so I know what to look for (what makes a good tranny VS what to avoid, things like that). PM me if you want me to come out because I'll have a little free time tonight to lend a hand.

 

Thanks Dan. But it's okay. The car I wanted to look at was at Livermore, and it's gone.

I think I'm just gonna hang back and keep my eyes open for another opportunity.

 

Send an email over to Evan at Santa Cruz Subaru and see what he's got available (or can get)

 

I think if the car tracks well and feels good when cornering at a reasonable speed you are good. My dads 06 auto (nerve damage to the back first auto), has a tune from Ed on it. It rips. The only thing i don't like is lack of bimbo brakes.

I'd get a compression test for the hell of it. I wrote that stipulation into my bill of sale.