motorhead87 Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 Thinking about driving 5 hours for this car but want to get more info...the dealership doesn't know much. From what I can tell in the pictures it has an exhaust that doesn't line up, it is lowered, aftermarket TMIC looks like perrin, good looking wheels not sure the brand, nasty tear in the front seat... Anyone know anything else about this, recognize it etc? Thanks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
end0 Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 What car? A link or picture would help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motorhead87 Posted August 24, 2013 Author Share Posted August 24, 2013 Ha! My bad http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail.jsp?listingId=120059590 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StoplightAssassin Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 don't pay more than 5 grand for that car. looks like a POS. both seats torn. shitty exhaust. sunroof leak. carpets all stained up. judging by the amount of wheel weights the wheels are probably bent, but then again they're cheap wheels. I'm betting the 105k service wasn't done either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motorhead87 Posted August 24, 2013 Author Share Posted August 24, 2013 So this one is getting a valve adjustment in their shop, sales guy is sending pictures as soon as he can. http://www.southcoastsubaru.com/used/Subaru/2005-Subaru-Legacy-Costa-Mesa-CA-2f7d3dea0a0a004901d28d39a12eb99b.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
argyle409 Posted August 25, 2013 Share Posted August 25, 2013 Ha! My bad http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail.jsp?listingId=120059590 watching the video its says its automatic when its clearly a 5 speed, I would steer far away from that car... Car was probably beat on a bunch considering that the exhaust is ghetto rigged or bent, not to mention the huge ass cut in seat, seems owner didn't even care about the car. Now that wagon on the other hand, dunno... wait till they detail it for REAL pictures. But I'm sucker for wagons so it already wins in my book over that one above, hah. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motorhead87 Posted August 25, 2013 Author Share Posted August 25, 2013 Yeah, black sedan is looking terrible the more I look at it. Waiting for more info on the Wagon. Listing used to say it was Black but now Gray...can't wait for real info on this thing! I would honestly prefer the wagon so we'll see! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rush600 Posted August 25, 2013 Share Posted August 25, 2013 Forget about the sedan. Not worth your 10k. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motorhead87 Posted August 29, 2013 Author Share Posted August 29, 2013 Ok...this seems like a good deal, I've been talking with the seller a bunch. 1 owner, completely stock, maintenance records etc. I'm considering flying over this weekend to get it, what would price should I offer? http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/4022996695.html Edit, What questions should I ask the guy before I buy my ticket to fly out! I know its in good cosmetic condition, and mechanically sounds like it has been babied. Questions I'm planning to ask tomorrow -CV axle condition -tire/brake condition -last oil change What else? Only concern is I drive a lot and this already has quite a few miles... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StoplightAssassin Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Take it to a local shop for a PPI. If the seller doesn't have anything to hide, he shouldn't have any problems with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holla Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 That silver wagon looks pretty nice. If it checked out 100% mechanically it wouldn't be a bad deal. I'd avoid that black sedan, there are much better deals to be had. You need to be careful buying a used lgt. A lot of them were abused, especially the ones that were traded in. At least with a private seller you can feel them out and hopefully get the true story behind the car. I'd highly recommend getting one with black leather interior. The tan interior always looks dirty and is much less desirable with the lgt crowd. I'd consider that silver wagon. I'd grill the owner about engine/turbo condition. If that car still has its factory turbo, it may need replacing in the near future. Ask how much oil it burns and how often it was changed and what type of oil he's using. The first thing I'd do is check the dip stick. If the oil level is not at the top hole on the dip stick or damn near close, I'd be concerned. The wagon's are much more rare so in the long run an 05' wagon should hold its value better than an 05' sedan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motorhead87 Posted August 29, 2013 Author Share Posted August 29, 2013 Silver wagon seems to be the winner. I'm trying to figure out logistics of it, its a 10 hour drive or $200 flight. If I fly I'd have to rent a car or something idk. I've never bought a car that i didn't just go pick up...any suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motorhead87 Posted September 6, 2013 Author Share Posted September 6, 2013 Alright it's official. Plane ticket purchased, flying out to pick up the car this weekend! It will be a fun drive home getting to know my new baby. I'm putting a lot of trust that this car is up for a road trip. Granted I will give it one heck of an inspection before handing over the $$! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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