ricz Posted January 22, 2010 Share Posted January 22, 2010 I have a chance to buy a 2005 Outback Sedan. The big hang up for me is the Premium fuel. Does the 3.0 really need it or is it just recommonded? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MannyMohawk5 Posted January 22, 2010 Share Posted January 22, 2010 So you'd be spending less than ~$2 more everytime you fill up...? Is that really that big of a deal breaker? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted January 23, 2010 Share Posted January 23, 2010 Check the owners manual for the car, it should tell you what you could run when it comes to octane level. And most modern cars can handle a lower octane rating since they are equipped with knock sensors. You may not get the best power, but the risk of damage is low. Anyway - the price difference between regular and premium depends on where you live, it can be worse than $2 per fill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bbc84 Posted January 23, 2010 Share Posted January 23, 2010 wow you actually found a outback sedan. I have only see 1 outback sedan in person since they came out in 2005. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAC5.2 Posted January 23, 2010 Share Posted January 23, 2010 wow you actually found a outback sedan. I have only see 1 outback sedan in person since they came out in 2005. You mean you've only seen 1 05+ outback sedan? They've been out a LOT longer than 05. The EZ30D/R requires premium to run properly. Only the 3.6R allows regular fuel. [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricz Posted January 24, 2010 Author Share Posted January 24, 2010 I haven'r seem the owners manual yet and I did not think to check the fuel door to see if it says required or not. It appeared to be in good shape and drove very well. I will check it out more next week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickeytl Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 I'm only spending $2-3 more for using premium gas on a full tank. It just assures me that I'm getting better quality gas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gf2020 Posted January 30, 2010 Share Posted January 30, 2010 The Outback sedan with the 3.0 is a nice ride. Yes, you need to put super unleaded in it. If you drive 15,000 miles per year and average 22 MPG, the additional 20 cents per gallon will cost you $136 per year. If you can't afford $136 per year maybe you should be shopping for a bicycle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garandman Posted January 30, 2010 Share Posted January 30, 2010 The Outback sedan with the 3.0 is a nice ride. Yes, you need to put super unleaded in it.//No, you do not. I have a chance to buy a 2005 Outback Sedan. The big hang up for me is the Premium fuel. Does the 3.0 really need it or is it just recommonded?Recommended only. We've run regular in our 2006 3.0R for 90,000 miles. I only use Premium when I tow or Autox. The 3.0 is a great engine - turbine smooth, great power. Since most Legacys are 2.5's or have hood scoops, it's a real sleeper. For these engines to go 175-200,000 miles is routine. The 5EAT is OK, not on par with the rest of the car. Official pronouncement from SOA saying this is OK. Thank you for taking the time to contact us. We hope that you have been enjoying your 2006 Outback 3.0R Wagon. The 3.0-liter H6 engine is designed to operate using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher. Regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher may be used. This is not just for emergency situations. You can use regular unleaded fuel in your vehicle on a regular basis. However, for optimum engine performance and driveability, it is recommended that you use 91 AKI or higher grade unleaded gasoline. You may experience reduced output, poor accelerator response, and reduced fuel economy when using gasoline with an octane rating lower than 91 AKI, depending on your driving habits and conditions. If you experience any of those conditions while using a lower octane rated fuel, you may want to return to using 91 AKI octane rated fuel as soon as possible. Additionally, if your vehicle knocks heavily or persistently, or if you are driving with heavy loads such as when towing a trailer, the use of 91 AKI or higher grade unleaded gasoline is required. Thank you for the opportunity to be of assistance. If you need any future assistance, please feel free to contact us again. Best wishes, John J. Mergen Subaru of America, Inc. Customer/Dealer Services Department Who Dares Wins スバル Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burnout8488 Posted January 30, 2010 Share Posted January 30, 2010 It just assures me that I'm getting better quality gas. Untrue. Higher octane = Less resistance to ignite, in 99% of cases. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gf2020 Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 No, you do not. Ok, I stand corrected. Still, the difference in fuel price for the average driver is trivial. Glad to see you're back to a better avatar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whatisit Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 http://www.mikescarffsubaru.com/used/Subaru/2005-Subaru-Outback-6e19fe967f0000010097447ea8d7fd95.htm ^ an outback H6 sedan for sale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricz Posted February 3, 2010 Author Share Posted February 3, 2010 I am afraid that the dealer doesn't want to sell the car very bad. The price keeps changing. They claim that the people that enter it on the web site put the wrong prices on the cars. When you get to the lot the price is different. Sometines even changing when yu are there. Once after I said that I would take a car. I guess I should have stayed away from them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubunderpar Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 Bait and switch = super illegal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckbedford Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 I have to sell my baby as I do love it, but circumstances have changed and I have not drive her more than a few hundred miles in the last year or more. Color pearl, spoiler, tinted windows and less than 100 miles on Goodyear tires. Has some minor door dents (why do junkers park next to me in the most remote site) passenger mirror has crack, but other that than it is in excellent condition and only authorized mechanics have worked on it. I am in the far northern california area and this is my first serious attempt to sell. I would not sell except that it needs and wants to be driven, letting it sit is the worst thing I can do. As you are all Subie lovers you know how special this car is and hopefully someone out there will give her a new home. Asking the very good blue book value of $13k, registration is due in May and I want sell before the due date. Interested send email to ckbedfore@gmail.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brprs Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Where are you located? I'm considering trading my 05 gt for an H6. Call me crazy.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowwill Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 No you aren't. Been thinking it. 05 OBXT for a 05 sedan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan04103 Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 If you like the sedan go for it. The h6 is an excellent DD engine, and the 2005+ have dual ohc. The trans can have a shift kit put in which will bring it up to snuff for you, climbers is your man. The engine was designed for premium though but honestly your talking a couple bucks which your saving by going mid 2000s anyways. Good luck to you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brprs Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 I'm wanting one. I wanted an H6 originally..but I bought a gt instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckbedford Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 I live in northern california near Mt Shasta and shasta lake. It really is a great ride. I also have a second pair of snow tires on nice rims and a car cover. Call me crazy I covered the car in the garage. It really is a great car and even on steep mountains it has power to spare. In fact you will be cruising along and then check the speed and it is 80. If interested I will give you my contact info. No high speed internet available here and drops all of the time please be patient. Trying to get photos posted right now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckbedford Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 This is a sedan and it may be too small if over 6'2" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Gire Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 CKBedford, you should start your own for sale thread and not bump this 3 year old thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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