How reliable is a 1999 Subaru Legacy?
How reliable is a 1999 Subaru Legacy?
The 1999 Subaru Legacy Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5. It ranks 14th out of 32 for all car brands.
Are Subaru Legacy wagons reliable?
They’re very reliable as long as you keep track of your oil frequently! Also, high mileage examples will likely need head gasket replacement and/or timing belt replacement.
Are older Subaru Legacy reliable?
Buying a used Subaru Legacy Year after year the Subaru Legacy proves to be a reliable car. They are inexpensive to maintain and any repairs needed are usually minor and affordable. There haven’t been any major recalls or concerning problems with the Legacy, which is one of its more notable features.
How much horsepower does a 1999 Subaru Legacy have?
142 hp @ 5600 rpm
Used 1999 Subaru Legacy Specs & Features
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Base engine type | Gas |
| Cylinders | Flat 4 |
| Horsepower | 142 hp @ 5600 rpm |
| Torque | 149 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm |
Has Subaru fixed their engine problems?
After 2009, newer models using the EL25 2.5-liter engine should have far fewer head gasket problems because Subaru started using a multi-layered steel cylinder-head gasket. Starting in 2012, reports say the Japanese automaker redesigned the 2.5-liter engine in the Forester and Outback and has fixed the problem.
Is the 1999 Subaru Legacy a good car?
When I bought my 1999 Subaru (with only 70,000 miles) all my friends talked about how reliable they are and how great they are in the snow. But no one mentioned the common headgasket problem. Subarus are infamous for their head gasket problems in the 2.5L engines. My car was fine for the first week or so after buying it.
When did I Buy my Subaru Legacy wagon?
My wife and I bought this car new in April of 1999. We also owned at the time, and still have a 1997 Legacy Brighton wagon. We loved the styling, features, and AWD at the time, and still do. Even after 14 years it is still a sharp looking car. The car currently has 106k miles on it, and we still own it.
When did the Check Engine light go off on Subaru Legacy?
Most recently, (late 2012) the check engine light would periodically come on then go off. Local mechanic diagnosed it as a timing issue and corrected it at a cost of $300. Other than these few issues, which really is not much over a 14 year period, we have been very satisfied with the car.
Is there a head gasket problem in a Subaru Legacy?
But no one mentioned the common headgasket problem. Subarus are infamous for their head gasket problems in the 2.5L engines. My car was fine for the first week or so after buying it. Then it started overheating and I had to regularly add coolant even though there were no leaks. After investigating, I’ve determined it is the headgasket.