17barnesJ Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 Hi, I've found an 05 Legacy GT wagon and am I looking to buy it. I need some help though, I'm not sure if it's a good idea. -Mods- BNR 16g turbo Grimmspeed Electronic Boost Controller Perrin silicone turbo inlet 2014 WRX intercooler NO CATS Divorced wastegate passage Muffler delete Rims/tires Short block replaced- only 70k miles on it It's only about $4000 -Pros- The body/chassis are in really good shape Conservative tune from Cryotune Interior is spot on One owner Maintenance done at Subaru dealership -Cons- Body has 202k miles on it Shiftable auto -I just need help figuring out reliability and such. I'm looking for this to be a daily and need to know what work might need to be done to it, the quality of the parts, and if this is even a good idea. Thanks!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDII Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 So let me get this straight: it has no cats, no muffler and a wide open waste gate and those are pros? Need forum help? Private Message legGTLT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
17barnesJ Posted February 8, 2016 Author Share Posted February 8, 2016 I'm not sure thats why I'm asking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDII Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 Wut? Need forum help? Private Message legGTLT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
17barnesJ Posted February 8, 2016 Author Share Posted February 8, 2016 I'm just trying to figure out if the mods that have been made are smart and decent quality or if I should stay away from this car. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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17barnesJ Posted February 8, 2016 Author Share Posted February 8, 2016 Thats what my Dad says Thanks a lot I'm just looking for my second car and want something with some power Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrianEarlSpilner Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 I think he means it's a divorced wastegate DP rather than completely open wastegate, but who knows. The lack of cats means the exhaust will have a noticable smell and can be very intrusive as a daily. The exhaust will be loud as well w/o mufflers so close do your neighbors live? It sounds like a car that had blown a turbo and subsequently engine at some point. No injector or pump mods makes me think it's got a nice bump from stock power but not insane by any means. What are the age of the mods? That's a lot of miles on the body and most likely a lot on the aftermarket parts. It's a car you would want to keep a substantial amount of money on hand for repairs I can tell you that. If you don't mind repairs and maintenance, and have to have power on tap to consider it a great driving experience, then it could be a good choice. On the other hand if ease of use, cost, and reliability are paramount to you I would look for an n/a version. +1 for the tuner though (Cryotune). He's very thorough and helpful. I can guarantee that when the tune was done, it was done well. But also remember a lot could have happened to the car since... Bottom line-it's a gamble Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE RZA Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 do you want something with power or something for a daily driver? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
17barnesJ Posted February 8, 2016 Author Share Posted February 8, 2016 Okay thanks, I'm test driving it tomorrow so I'll make sure to ask the age of the mods and the possible blown turbo and engine Do you have any car recommendations for a good amount of power reliably? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
17barnesJ Posted February 8, 2016 Author Share Posted February 8, 2016 do you want something with power or something for a daily driver? Not an insane amount of power. I just need something with good fun power like 250hp-350hp that is fairly reliable. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDII Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 Honda Accord V6 coupe with a 6 speed. Need forum help? Private Message legGTLT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE RZA Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 the amount of modifications done and age of the car should say enough about reliability. The more modifications to it, the more maintenance you're going to have to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seanyb505 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 Contact cryotune, he's a member on here. He may know something about the car. 2014 WRX intercooler is same as 2005 LGT intercooler. Much newer plastic, but same part. Every car has wheels/tires. What kind? What shape are the tires? All 4 from same set? That will give some insight as to how the car was treated. Subaru Dealership is only as good as the people working on the car. My last trip to the dealership left me with a damaged dashboard. Definitely not a pro. 70k on a replaced shortblock...That's 70k on a project that the Subaru factory did not assemble at the plant. Private rebuilds throw any amount of factory reliability out the window. Why is it only 4k? That seems low - is the seller desperately needing to get rid of it? One owner with all that work...they don't want to own the car any longer, and there's probably a reason for it. Could be harmless, could be trouble. What's your location? A Florida car lives a different life than a Pennsylvania car. I'd pass without knowing more, and did pass on modded cars when looking for mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 Do we know whose car it was, is he a member ? My wagon tuned 219,000 last week, my ej257 has over 75000 miles at 21PSI on stock fueling. Drive the car every day and take it to VT skiing just about every weekend. Its catless, stock midpipe, 2.5" axle back custom exhaust. X2 for talking to Dave 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...
MTBwrench Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 The price tells me something happened, whether it be with the vehicle or personal, that the owner wants it gone NOW. I wouldn't touch it without receipts for all work done, some form of maintenance history, and getting a full inspection(including compression and leakdown test). You could be looking at a sweet deal! But it would suck for you to be a victim of buying a Legacy GT that has a 16G in it because it just blew the 20G that was originally in there, and have the motor spin a bearing in 2,000 miles. I guess what were saying is do your homework, real good. MTBwrench's Stage 3 5EAT #racewagon 266awhp/255awtq @17.5psi, Tuned By Graham of Boosted Performance Everyone knows what I taste like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John J Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 I would go for it, but being prepared to spend some money. I bought this much modified wagon a few yearw ago: http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/fs-oh-2006-legacy-gt-ltd-wagon-214526.html?t=214526 Unknown to me the banjo bolt filters had not been removed and after my first oil change at my trusted local garage using dino oil and a NAPA filter I had turbo oil starvation issues. Before it blew, I replaced the turbo with a BNR 16g, tuned by Cyro-Dave, went to stock suspension and wheels. So now i have a really quick daily driver. Still on the original engine with 195K miles on it. Using Rotella T6 and Subaru filters, oil analyzed by Blackstone, using 1 qt. on a 5000 mile OCI. And the best part is the way it pushes me back in the seat when I step on the gas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snm95ls Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Pass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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