discojon Posted December 5, 2013 Share Posted December 5, 2013 I guess i don't really have any Pre-Purchase Questions, but i wanted to document my experience looking for and hopefully purchasing a car. Hopefully this will turn out beneficial to someone. Please refer to my prior thread for info about the last LGT I was looking into. http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/05-legacy-gt-wagon-5mt-limited-issues-217813.html After walking away from the last car i stumbled onto this one that was just traded in. http://www.billesteschevy.net/VehicleDetails/used-2005-Subaru-Legacy_Wagon-Wgn_2.5_GT_Ltd_Manual_Black_Int-Indianapolis-IN/2134387743 Body is 8/10 Interior is 8/10 Motor looks to be good, no leaks, or noises awaiting compression and leakdown numbers Dealer took the car on trade in and paid $8000 for it. It is soft listed at $11,999. Upon talking with them they offered $9999 prior to the car going through mechanical inspection. Items found needing repair include: Fog light bulb 2 lower ball joints Brake pads F/R LF inner CV boot 4 Tires Dealer cost on parts plus service $1621 Napa parts cost for everything but tires is $185, I figure 400 for tires. Timing belts kit from Emnotek $299 Now, right off the bat, this car seems better that the last. No VC gaskets leaking, Carfax shows routine service from dealer. 105k hasn't been done so timing belt will need done. But as was my plan last time, i'll hook up learning view, SSM, and do some data logging to see what the story in internally. I made the contingent offer of $9500 pending good compression and leakdown results. They said $9750. So once those numbers are back I will update this thread. I'm still looking for someone in the Indy area to look at the car in person either today or tomorrow for me if possible. Total cost: $9750 - car $682 - Tax $180 ish - Title fee $885 ish - Above parts, Timing belt kit with WP, tires $11497 Grand Total Seems a bit high but close the the Real world value of the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmedic Posted December 5, 2013 Share Posted December 5, 2013 You probably know this, but you shouldn't have to pay tax in Indy if you're gonna title the car in WV. . . you'll pay that to your local title clerk. . . or at least, that's how it works here in TN. Make sure they know that when they work up a deal sheet, otherwise you may wind up paying tax twice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discojon Posted December 5, 2013 Author Share Posted December 5, 2013 You probably know this, but you shouldn't have to pay tax in Indy if you're gonna title the car in WV. . . you'll pay that to your local title clerk. . . or at least, that's how it works here in TN. Make sure they know that when they work up a deal sheet, otherwise you may wind up paying tax twice. I asked the salesman about that and he said you pay tax in the state you buy it in. I'll double check though. Did they ask you for your motor for the LGT? I figure the car will go to auction... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgoodhue Posted December 5, 2013 Share Posted December 5, 2013 The sales man doesn't know what he is talking about. The tax always paid to the state you register the vehicle in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discojon Posted December 5, 2013 Author Share Posted December 5, 2013 That is what I believe to be true also. I'll call my assessor to verify. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discojon Posted December 5, 2013 Author Share Posted December 5, 2013 Wow, DMV just informed me that if I purchase a vehicle from a delaer in Indiana or Florida i will have to pay that state's sales tax and WV sales tax when I register it. That means i will be paying 12% in tax..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmedic Posted December 5, 2013 Share Posted December 5, 2013 I asked the salesman about that and he said you pay tax in the state you buy it in. I'll double check though. Did they ask you for your motor for the LGT? I figure the car will go to auction... Not yet. I thought I might see if they'd trade even for my 05 sedan with 120k. I'll put my 68k 08 motor (and related Si-drive goodness and steering wheel audio controls) in and be happy. JUST those two states? That's effin' weird. Probably a good reason not to buy a car from IN or FL tho if you're planning on taking it across state lines. I bought a truck in KY last year. . paid cash to the dealer for the truck and drive out tag only, got it tagged and paid tax on it when I got back to TN. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brprs Posted December 5, 2013 Share Posted December 5, 2013 Are you located in wv? Are you on the local forum? we are always looking for more new members! Wvsubarus.com. someone may be able to give you local advice and where a good shop is and such. Please join! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discojon Posted December 5, 2013 Author Share Posted December 5, 2013 I'll check it out. I live in Scott Depot, WV. Planning on doing the work myself if i get the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brprs Posted December 5, 2013 Share Posted December 5, 2013 Cool, I live outside of Huntington. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discojon Posted December 5, 2013 Author Share Posted December 5, 2013 Not yet. I thought I might see if they'd trade even for my 05 sedan with 120k. I'll put my 68k 08 motor (and related Si-drive goodness and steering wheel audio controls) in and be happy. JUST those two states? That's effin' weird. Probably a good reason not to buy a car from IN or FL tho if you're planning on taking it across state lines. I bought a truck in KY last year. . paid cash to the dealer for the truck and drive out tag only, got it tagged and paid tax on it when I got back to TN. That would be nice. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discojon Posted December 5, 2013 Author Share Posted December 5, 2013 Update! Salesman just called back with the results.....65. Lol, just 65. No elaboration. I am waiting to hear from the mechanic now to check the validity of the test. I'll update again once i hear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted December 5, 2013 Moderators Share Posted December 5, 2013 lol. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discojon Posted December 5, 2013 Author Share Posted December 5, 2013 If the results really are as low as 65psi, I plan on offering $4000 for the car as is. Wish me luck. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted December 5, 2013 Moderators Share Posted December 5, 2013 If you have to drive to Indiana and pay 12% tax I would offer even lower than that! They probably wouldn't take it though, would just auction it off wouldn't they? "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discojon Posted December 5, 2013 Author Share Posted December 5, 2013 Yep 65 PSI across the board. ASME mech did the test, warm, WOT, followed Subaru's guidelines that i sent him. No leakdown done. Car is presenting no issues, no smoke, no rough idle. I offered $4000 as is and was turned down, car is slated for auction. Bill Estes (877) 861-5916 stock number: D4403A vin: 4S3BP676X56317094 exterior: Silver transmission: Manual body style: Station Wagon doors: 4 trim: Wgn 2.5 GT Ltd Manual Black Int mileage: 105,432 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gex Posted December 5, 2013 Share Posted December 5, 2013 God damn that is crazy they both had low compression. Good on you for doing your homework. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discojon Posted December 5, 2013 Author Share Posted December 5, 2013 This car had every indication of being a keeper. One owner, desert serviced, no symptoms Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted December 5, 2013 Moderators Share Posted December 5, 2013 I suggest not looking at dealerships unless you're looking at a much newer MY. People seem to trade these cars in for a reason(s), and unsuspecting salesman don't know what they're looking for when they take them in. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discojon Posted December 5, 2013 Author Share Posted December 5, 2013 I completely agree. However these two were available so I looked into them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fstaslp Posted December 5, 2013 Share Posted December 5, 2013 I believe that same car was at Tom Wood Subaru a few weeks ago. I am in Indy, but not much I could do for you. indianaimpreza.com is a good local forum with many techs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discojon Posted December 5, 2013 Author Share Posted December 5, 2013 This one was taken on a trade in earlier this week by the same salesman I was working with Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fstaslp Posted December 5, 2013 Share Posted December 5, 2013 Ah I see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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