ROStevens Posted March 28, 2012 Share Posted March 28, 2012 So I have a 2001 3rd gen now. And I am planning on upgrading to a 4th. Due to mine lacking a turbocharger and a manual transmission. Anything I should know about it. Insurance? Also any problems with them? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ouch1011 Posted March 28, 2012 Share Posted March 28, 2012 Turbos can be problematic on cars that haven't been meticulously maintained. Insurance is almost exactly the same as my 98 LGT, maybe a bit less. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted March 28, 2012 Share Posted March 28, 2012 Problems...none that I know of... lol Read the sticky at the top of this forum. I don't think anybody has had real problems with them. They are so good I have two 4th gen's. Oh BTW, are you good with your hands and are a DIY'er ? hint, hint. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LosAngelesLGT Posted March 28, 2012 Share Posted March 28, 2012 They are so good I have two 4th gen's. Same with me, M Sprank, Tracer X, etc... Could not agree more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmx045 Posted March 28, 2012 Share Posted March 28, 2012 I've had 2 4th gens. one slowass 2.5i and now a money-pit GT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users paintpollz Posted March 28, 2012 Mega Users Share Posted March 28, 2012 i've had one and I plan on having it for a lonnnnnng time. "Remember Danny - Two wrongs don't make a right but three rights make a left." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ROStevens Posted March 28, 2012 Author Share Posted March 28, 2012 I'm a moderate DIY'er. If I can figure out how to work on my LGT myself i will. Also insurance isn't more? Even with the turbo and added hp? I pay $300 every six months for my 01 LGT. Also I am having a lot easier time finding performance parts for the 4th gen then mine. Im looking at some 05's, but this morning a guy I work with, his brother is selling a 2011 LGT Limited/nav/everything with 35k on it for $20k. But I still like the 4th gen Legacy's better. Any thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmx045 Posted March 28, 2012 Share Posted March 28, 2012 i pay $110 per month for my gt, and that's low, but your geographical location and estimated car value plays a big role there....and the fact that MA requires full coverage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted March 28, 2012 Moderators Share Posted March 28, 2012 For 20k I'd probably buy that 2011 if I were you. More so if you know the guy and can get proof that he's maintained the car, pretty much just oil changes and a 30k service at this point. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee07 Posted March 28, 2012 Share Posted March 28, 2012 No issues or problems. It's up to you if you want issues or problems. Drive it like a teenager or go jumping and not changing your fluids. Problems and issue. Only thing to look or know about are rear wheel bearings and Banjo bolt screen removed or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RabidWombat Posted March 28, 2012 Share Posted March 28, 2012 I'm a moderate DIY'er. If I can figure out how to work on my LGT myself i will. Also insurance isn't more? Even with the turbo and added hp? I pay $300 every six months for my 01 LGT. Also I am having a lot easier time finding performance parts for the 4th gen then mine. Im looking at some 05's, but this morning a guy I work with, his brother is selling a 2011 LGT Limited/nav/everything with 35k on it for $20k. But I still like the 4th gen Legacy's better. Any thoughts? Nah, my wife's Impreza 2.5i is more expensive to insure than my LGT. Your insurance will likely go up slightly with any new car just do to the value, but I wouldn't expect much change. As for 4th gen vs 5th gen. Aftermarket support is currently much better for 4th gen, probably because its been out longer. 5th gen is a much newer car, so it'll have fewer issues, you've still got a powertrain warranty. 2011 LGT with 35k for $20k sounds like a very good deal, especially if you know he's good about maintenance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted March 28, 2012 Share Posted March 28, 2012 Or another option, look around for a 08-09 SpecB with low miles. Sometimes you get lucky. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nrw Posted March 28, 2012 Share Posted March 28, 2012 I heard these cars spontaneously combust when going threw a carwash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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