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Subaru Outback 3GEN (2003-2009) Questions & Answers
3 questions from our users
Liam B.asked
Am looking to buy an example with 200,000km. What are some things I should be looking for?
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I have never been a fan of REALLY high mileage cars. Nothing lasts for ever. I would look for an extremely well maintained vehicle that has complied rigorously with the service book with evidence of money spent like invoices. Check out the Subaru forums and ask those guys as there a lot of high mileage Subarus on there. In the meantime have it independently inspected on a hoist and keep fingers & toes crossed!
Mohsinasked
I bought a subaru outback h6 (the 6 cylinder version). It had 148k in the odo and car was in good condition. Only problem I have is the fuel consumption is very poor. I get arouns 20L/100 km. I.e it hardly clocks 300 km on a full tank. It runs on premium 98 fuel. Any clues why would that be? I dont think this is normal.
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Assuming you don't drive it hard, you definitely have a car which is using a lot more than what it should. The first thing to do is check for petrol leaks.
No i dont drive harsh... i recently got my car inspected by a subaru specialist... they didnt find anything at all. Another mechanic told the air filter is high time to get changed. He will replace it soon. Will that be the cause?
Karl Sasked
Looking to buy a 2nd hand 2008 Outback 4-speed auto petrol with 170k. Higher KM due to country commuting. Anything I should watch out for in particular, aside from the basics of inspecting the oils and fluids, suspension, CV joints etc? It has full service history and major service was done at 120k. I'm aware of head gasket issues in these models, although they seem much more common on earlier models than the 2008+ ones.
I'm looking for a AWD wagon to use for weekend excursions and camping. The fuel economy and potentially expensive repairs they can require is a bit off putting. I currently own a 98 Delica 4WD van which is great, but too big and thirsty for what I need now.
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Well its always best to get a qualified mechanic like nrma for pre purchase inspection. check the revs story, check about the smoke comeout from exhaust. The auto try to put on drive mode if the idle vibrate abnormal means the transmission problem gonna cost you problem and check for oil leak
Thanks Ay. I am quite thorough when it comes to car inspections and have avoided a few duds already. Will definitely get my mechanic to give it a good checkover before parting with my hard earned $.
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