Got a 2009 Subaru tribeca, it's going on 300,000 miles .. right now my issues are at certain times while driving, when I let off the gas or barely brake it sounds like a big loud thud in the ass end then it's fine. Also just replaced catilac converters, fuel pump, filters, and it is acting poor as hell. No performance, running louder than ever normal, rattles, check engine light on, abs on, cruise control light flashes and does not work .has never worked help!

Will a dealership pull their CPO status if I decide to finance through my bank and not them?

Bought brand new mid last year (beginning of summer for us aussies). Long story short in January the sunroof was leaking when it rains moderate to heavy. The water runs along the underside of the glass. Drips into the eyesight camera and then down the rear view mirror and onto the center console/entertainment screen.

It’s been to the dealer garage 4 times totally over 5weeks of time at the dealers. I have been charged diagnostic fees and just got my invoice waived $900 au for an exercise in which they swapped the sun roof from another car into mine to see if that would fix it. I actually just straight refused to pay it.

I have been told that moderate rain or literally just water coming from my hose to rinse it will leak like this because outback’s are equipped with low pressure seals around the sunroof. Apparently if the outback xt is exposed to natural elements and rain comes through the sunroof I have voided my warranty too.

By trade I’m a coffee machine technician and I am pretty dang handy with the wrenching on mountain bikes. I’m gonna say that if you void your warranty because you leave an out back outside in the rain it’s not fit for purpose surely? Don’t they drive the thing through a damn river in the advert?

Does anyone have any insight on this one ?

Sorry for the long post!

Both have clean titles. Outback has more frequent service history (very regular oil changes, every 3k miles). Impreza service history doesn't list as many oil changes on carfax, but owner shared pictures of major components replaced at 134k (head gaskets, timing belt, clutch, exhaust). Both are manual.

2010 Outback

• Miles: 130k
• Owners: 4
• Price: Essentially 6.7k out of the door (base price + doc fee + sales tax)
• Major components replaced: drain plug ? (@ 108k) and brake lines (@ 121k)
• Pros: Premium trim, so is better suited for winter, sunroof and blue color (probably not that important, but I like moonroof provided it wouldn't leak). Also newer car?
• Cons: It's being sold through a used car lot dealer - so it has doc fee + potential markup (included in 6.7k). He also has restrictions on availability and will only agree to pre-purchase inspection through a mobile mechanic. (Dealership has okay-ish reviews). Also it has a electronic handbrake (on a manual?)

2007 Impreza

• Miles: 141k
• Owners: 3
• Price: 5.1k total
• Major components replaced: (head gaskets, timing belt with water pump, clutch, exhaust pipe and muffler heat shield, spark plugs) @ 134k
• Pros: Cheaper, more room for repairs (although immaculate condition from pictures - will check it out in person). Private party sale -> I trust this more (seller agreed to PPI and provided all information without hassle)
• Cons: No creature comfort (looks like a base model). Older? Slightly more miles?

I think both cars have EJs. I need a dependable commuter car without major repairs for at least a year. Am I being paranoid by thinking the EJ will blow up at some point given the millage of both cars? I just enjoy calm manual driving. I do not plan on modding or beating on the cars cause I'm broke lol.

2014 Imprza I have a weird popping noise in the front end I'm kinda thinking it's the strut any opinions?

Will update with pictures soon, but I just purchased a used ‘05 Outback 3.0 H6. Under 100k miles, minimal rust (I’m in the northeast so this was huge for me), clean everything. Planning to keep up with oil changes and all other recommended maintenance as I’ve heard great things about the reliability of the EZ30 engine if well cared for. I had an ‘03 Outback (regular 4 cylinder) that treated me well but was already facing some major frame rot and the problems only piled up from there (almost all stemming from rust). Is this run of Outback as bulletproof as they say? And anyone who drives or has driven them, how noticeable is the power difference day to day? I know my old girl hated hills, hoping the extra horsepower makes those struggles a distant memory.

Also, any recommendations for aftermarket modifications are more than welcome! First on my list is a new stereo, either that or stock up on CDs

EDIT: Also, noticed a faint squeaking while driving coming from under the hood. Don’t think it’s power steering, it wasn’t during turns. Noticed it when moving and faintly while idling, though it would fade or cease entirely at a stop. Maybe a belt? Bad tensioner? Idk, anyone familiar with this and similar models have any ideas?

All these, just for saying loved my new Crosstrek.

Got the FelPro gasket set (i know people either swear by or hate felpro it was the easiest accessible option for me) but everywhere i look the gasket doesnt have the center cutouts overlapped weirdly like they are here, is this normal? Defective?

I'm not a huge EV guy but some EVs have depreciated so much that you are getting a car like the BZ4X for 26k that is loaded with features. My wife only has like a 4 mile commute to work and she would mainly be driving it. My question is for 25k is a BZ4X/Solterra a good buy? I know they have crap range compared to the competition but knowing Toyota's quality when it comes to their hybrids I have a good feeling that the powertrain and battery will at least hold up well after 100k miles. I'm not too aware of their problems other than people just crapping on it's range and charging speed. It seems like a well designed car apart from those aspects tho.

My 05 impreza had a P0304 code, I replaced the spark plug, ignition coil, and wiring and it did not solve the problem. Fuel injector and wiring is working. However, after doing a compression test cylinder 4 is reading 90 psi so most likely a piston, ring, or valve. Is it worth it to fix the piston/valve or just do an engine swap or could it be something else? any advice would be very helpful.

I’m sure many of you know this famous Subaru commercial where the car is brought from place to place and the only dialogue is “they lived” Anyways I always wondered, how did they get the car like this? Is it CGI? Did someone wreck this one and live so they made the commercial based on them or Did they just utterly destroy a new (at the time) Outback just for this commercial?

This is in a 2016 Subaru Outback limited. I’ve had this car since new and just noticed this switch. I looked through the 3000 page owners bible and luck was not with me. So now I am hoping the genius of Reddit can answer the question. Moreover, where tf is it in the book?

Today I installed this device on my 2022 Subaru Forrester. The one feature that drives me crazy is the auto start stop. I understand it is meant to save fuel and I do know that you can push the button to disable it but this automatically overrides it And it doesn’t void the warranty.

Title. Just looking for the make/model of these wheels as I plan to upgrade soon, and really liked the look. Also, any recommendations on Outback wheels/tires for PNW winters would be greatly appreciated!

I’m new to cars and don’t know anything.. I’ve been told I should get a turbo kit but I’ve read online that the 2024 is a bad model/year to mod. Is there anything I can do?

So I got a flat tire today and as I bust loose the 4th lug nut I realize that I have anti-theft lug nuts on my tires. Well after ripping my car apart I don’t have the key anywhere. Can I buy a replacement key or am I forced to bust the lug nut off??

I am looking for a car since my old car is breaking down and I was considering Subaru as one of the options along with Toyota or Chevy. The car I want is a Crosstrek 2024 and I was wondering y'all Subaru owners have no maintenance problems or anything, plus are the parts expensive on Rockauto or Carparts?

Hi, everyone. I'm thinking of a first-time Subaru purchase, likely an Outback or Forester (Premium level or above, most likely). Can I get your quick take on any model years (or trims) that you'd recommend avoiding? or other suggestions on what to keep in mind in shopping these? new vs. used? Thanks very much!

I’m trying to program a new fob for my 2006 Outback wagon. I’ve watched about 12 YouTube videos and read the manual thoroughly. I’ve gotten it into programming mode, entered the code twice. The locks are not cycling at the end and the fob is not working. I have tried disabling and enabling the alarm, tried 3 known good batteries to no avail. It seems like I’m getting 90% of the way there and can’t seem to get it to work. Any advice?

Any thoughts before buying a 2015 Crosstrek with 181,898 Miles for $8,000 with a clear Carfax?Is 2015 a reliable year?

Been looking at a few Subarus but nothing amazing has shown up. Should I settle for getting a newer used one instead?

My ac starts off cool and then as the car warms up gets progressively warmer until it is blowing in warm to hot air. I brought it in 3 times. First time they checked fluids and everything was fine. 2nd time they replaced a sensor. 3rd time they admitted defeat and said they can't find anything wrong with the ac. Luckily they aren't charging me anything for the 3rd visit. They did say I could take it to a dealership to see if it is an issue with the computer system...but I am 2 hours from the nearest dealership. Has anyone else experienced something similar or have any thoughts? It gets 100+ with high humidity and I have heat-intolerance issues so I risk passing out if I continue trying to drive it on a hot summer day.

Really tired of having to manually open and hold up the hood on my 2014 Impreza Hatch. Has anyone else installed front hood struts on the gen 5 Imprezas? If so, what brand did you use? I see potential holes for mounting spots, but not sure. Thank you :)

Hello everyone! Does anyone have a fix for apple car play being stuck at 50%? When I switch to Bluetooth the audio is much better quality and the bass is more consistent. I can also see the slider bar for volume on my phone is all the way up on Bluetooth. This issue has been happening ever since I got a newer phone (IPhone 14). I’ve already tried turning off sound check, deleting and reconnecting my phone to the car. I have a Subaru Crosstrek 2018.