Hi, I am new to this site. Please be patient as I am not a mechanic. I am hoping that someone will be able to guide me to correct conclusion.
My son purchased a 2005 legacy from private party on the west coast. The person who sold it to him I think put a turbo charger on the car. (not absolutely sure) Anyway he drove across country, no problems. After a few months the engine died. He ended up taking it to a specialty shop in the midwest, was given a quote to rebuild engine. Well that price has more than doubled. The engine is fixed but I am wondering if he can go without the turbo.
Any ideas/help would be appreciated.
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