Which year is the "best" Outback - Subaru Outback

limden3 · 09-02-2010, 04:58 PM

Hi All,

I know this has been tossed around before. But I'm in the market for a used/new to me Outback, and wanted everyone's opinion on which year people think Subaru made the best/reliable/abuse-taking OB.

It's almost time for my '99 SUS to retire (211K New England miles).

THANKS!

Banana · 09-02-2010, 05:38 PM

IMO, the best Outback made is the 2009 XT MT. If you arent worried about speed, then go any 2009. I may be a little biased though...

**AWDFTW** · 09-02-2010, 05:43 PM

What price range? What are your needs in a Outback?

Personally, I like the H6 engine, as it has overall few issues, and would not mind the slightly lower MPG or need of premium fuel.

**Brucey** · 09-02-2010, 05:55 PM

Skip the Outback, get a non interference EJ22 motor and a manual transmission legacy wagon. Absolutely nothing to break and a lot cheaper than the OB. If you want the outbacks height throw on some outback struts and be taller than a stock outback. You're maybe 2,000$ including the lift and never have to worry about the car and it's paid off. That's the best outback. (:

limden3 · 09-02-2010, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by AWDFTW

What price range? What are your needs in a Outback?

Personally, I like the H6 engine, as it has overall few issues, and would not mind the slightly lower MPG or need of premium fuel.

Need dependable dd, and able to rip up the gravel and tear up snow covered New England mountains (as all Subarus do).

Trying to find mileage under 75K, and under $17K.

I herd a rumor somewhere, at some time, that the '05 is not the best year for OB's??

limden3 · 09-02-2010, 06:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brucey

Skip the Outback, get a non interference EJ22 motor and a manual transmission legacy wagon. Absolutely nothing to break and a lot cheaper than the OB. If you want the outbacks height throw on some outback struts and be taller than a stock outback. You're maybe 2,000$ including the lift and never have to worry about the car and it's paid off. That's the best outback. (:

Never even though of that - pay less and take the $ saved to "pimp my ride"

Thank's for the suggestion, I'll look into that option a litte more! Thx!

limden3 · 09-02-2010, 06:09 PM

I was looking at '07 Limited's, any advanatges/disadvantages that anyone is aware of for '07's - engine/mechanically? I know the trim levels, but is the engine/suspension tuned differentlyvs. other years?

Educate me please!

**AWDFTW** · 09-02-2010, 06:35 PM

for all the info you could ever want about models, model year changes, etc:
Subaru Research Site- specs, prices, options, 2011, 2010, 2009.. Outback, Legacy, Forester, Impreza, Tribeca

limden3 · 09-02-2010, 06:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AWDFTW

for all the info you could ever want about models, model year changes, etc:
Subaru Research Site- specs, prices, options, 2011, 2010, 2009.. Outback, Legacy, Forester, Impreza, Tribeca

NICE, bookmarked

Sario · 09-02-2010, 09:18 PM

I like any of the pre 2010's. Turbo if like power, and non if your woried about fuel economy.

09-02-2010, 04:58 PM	#1 (permalink)
limden3 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Natick, MA Car: '99 SUS w/211K mi. Posts: 37 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Which year is the "best" Outback Hi All, I know this has been tossed around before. But I'm in the market for a used/new to me Outback, and wanted everyone's opinion on which year people think Subaru made the best/reliable/abuse-taking OB. It's almost time for my '99 SUS to retire (211K New England miles). THANKS!

09-02-2010, 05:43 PM	#3 (permalink)
AWDFTW Super Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Displaced to Chicago. Car: 2003 2.5 4EAT with AWP. Posts: 6,019 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	What price range? What are your needs in a Outback? Personally, I like the H6 engine, as it has overall few issues, and would not mind the slightly lower MPG or need of premium fuel. __________________ 2003 Outback: "Kaylee". 124,000 and counting. Mods: GE Nighthawk low beams, HIR1 9011 high beam upgrade, Nokya 25k yellow fog lights, Fumoto valve, 04 Forester XT shift knob. Basics: G-Oil Bio-based Advanced Full Synthetic 5w30, Purolater oil filter, STP air filter, Valvoline Maxlife Dex/Merc ATF, Valvoline Durablend 80w90, Michelin Primacy MXV4. Also: More rust and parking lot scars than I care to think about.

09-02-2010, 05:55 PM	#4 (permalink)
Brucey Super Moderator Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: WV Car: '00 AT Posts: 3,982 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Skip the Outback, get a non interference EJ22 motor and a manual transmission legacy wagon. Absolutely nothing to break and a lot cheaper than the OB. If you want the outbacks height throw on some outback struts and be taller than a stock outback. You're maybe 2,000$ including the lift and never have to worry about the car and it's paid off. That's the best outback. (: __________________ Daily Driver Winter Beast

09-02-2010, 06:35 PM	#8 (permalink)
AWDFTW Super Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Displaced to Chicago. Car: 2003 2.5 4EAT with AWP. Posts: 6,019 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	for all the info you could ever want about models, model year changes, etc: Subaru Research Site- specs, prices, options, 2011, 2010, 2009.. Outback, Legacy, Forester, Impreza, Tribeca __________________ 2003 Outback: "Kaylee". 124,000 and counting. Mods: GE Nighthawk low beams, HIR1 9011 high beam upgrade, Nokya 25k yellow fog lights, Fumoto valve, 04 Forester XT shift knob. Basics: G-Oil Bio-based Advanced Full Synthetic 5w30, Purolater oil filter, STP air filter, Valvoline Maxlife Dex/Merc ATF, Valvoline Durablend 80w90, Michelin Primacy MXV4. Also: More rust and parking lot scars than I care to think about.

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09-02-2010, 05:38 PM	#2 (permalink)
Banana Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Wisconsin Car: 2009 2.5i SE Outback Posts: 37 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	IMO, the best Outback made is the 2009 XT MT. If you arent worried about speed, then go any 2009. I may be a little biased though...

09-02-2010, 06:09 PM	#7 (permalink)
limden3 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Natick, MA Car: '99 SUS w/211K mi. Posts: 37 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I was looking at '07 Limited's, any advanatges/disadvantages that anyone is aware of for '07's - engine/mechanically? I know the trim levels, but is the engine/suspension tuned differentlyvs. other years? Educate me please!

09-02-2010, 09:18 PM	#10 (permalink)
Sario Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Oregon Car: 1997 outback limited. 249,000 miles and counting Posts: 490 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I like any of the pre 2010's. Turbo if like power, and non if your woried about fuel economy.

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