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Dec 15, 2003 | 04:21 PM

christcorewrx

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I just have a couple of questions. I have benn thinking about buying a WRX for the past few months. My first question is how dependable are they? As far as long term use. My Second question is, how good is there saftey ratings. Only because I will be driveing my daoughter around and I want to make sure that she is safe. If any can help I would be very thankful.

Dec 15, 2003 | 05:10 PM

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International Institute for Highway Safety

Rates the car as a best pick with Good (highest rating) in all categories.

As far as dependability, there are multiple people who have 100,000+ miles on theres with no problems. My WRX has over 15,000 already and she's still running strong. Great car, IMO.

Dec 16, 2003 | 07:41 AM

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Thanks, that should help me convince my wife that it is safe enough. And give me peace of mind.

Dec 16, 2003 | 08:35 AM

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Don't forget that the ratings by the IIHS are only for what happens when you do get in to an accident. Don't forget to point out the four wheel ABS, all wheel drive and great handling of the WRX to help you avoid accidents. Also, the car is child friendly - there are rear ties for better mounting of childrens seats (at least there are in the sedan, I'm not sure about the wagon). The car is also very comfortable for longer drives - I did 250 miles on Saturday and wasn't even tired when I got home

Dec 16, 2003 | 04:31 PM

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I told her about all that. She went with me when a buddy of mine let me drive his. So she knows how well it handles and brakes. She was just concerned about the saftey. I was just worried about the depnedablity because I work as a tech for ford and if I buy a wrx I won't be able to do most of the work. Thank you for your help. Hopefully she will let me get one.