by "DrZ" (dzehner2)
Published 03/06/2017 at 08:29
by "DrZ" (dzehner2)
Published 03/06/2017 at 08:29
Tags: for sale
; subaru
; wagon
; wagon mafia
STARS: 0
UPDATE: Got a guy who’s a Subaru fanatic from Arizona waiting for a tax check to clear and then we’re good to go. :D :D Time to find my Wilderness Wagon!
Ok, someone either needs to make me an offer on the War Wagon or talk me out of selling it until the wheels fall off. :P I’ve had many great adventures with this car since I bought it in 2011 with 137k on it, but it’s really showing its age and I’m having less and less time to work on it as I get older (2 kids, 2 side businesses, day job, etc.). This car started out as a dream. I’ve wanted a Subaru wagon since I was a kid and my dad wrecked our 1995 Outback before I learned how to drive it. Since then, it’s been a great car to tear up back roads in New England with, been driven all the way from Connecticut to Missouri, and still gets looks from new STI owners with the knowing nod of “damn... that’s a nice car.”
If you’re interested let me know! Here’s the details of the car:
Year, Make and Model: 2005 Subaru Legacy GT Limited Wagon
Color: Obsidian Black Pearl
Miles: 215.900
Transmission: 5 Speed Manual
Title: 3 accidents (see details below)
Lien: No liens
Location: Lafayette, Indiana
VIN: 4S3BP676356321634
Email address:
dzehner2@gmail.com
Asking Price: $6,000 OBO
New engine at 209k (2006 STI EJ257 long block, reworked heads, new valves, new gaskets, added a BNR 16G turbo along with it). Other mods include:
Performance:
-Grimmspeed LW crank pulley
-Grimmspeed catless up pipe
-Invidia catless down pipe
-Tune by Tuning Alliance (93 octane)
-BNR 16G turbo
-Cobb cold air intake
-Competition Clutch Stage 2 Clutch Kit (installed during the engine rebuild)
Exterior/cosmetic:
- Enkei Performance EKM3 wheels
-Window tints
Interior:
-JDM Double DIN kit
-Pioneer AVH-X3500 BHS head unit
-Video monitor head rests
-Remote start (Viper unit, need to purchase new remote if selling)
As with any car of this age, there’s a few things to look out for:
-Need to replace the driver’s side window switch. The driver’s window doesn’t roll down at the moment.
-Seat heater just broke this winter. Probably just the soldered connection on the signal wire. Will check out before sale.
-Common wear and tear for a car this age, but interior is in decent shape.
-3 no-fault accidents will show up on CarFax. Had a large tree branch fall on the hatch, got hit while parked at a friend’s house (minor cosmetic damage only), and hit a deer (glass damage only, no airbag deployment). I have pictures of all damage upon request, including receipts for repairs.
"OPPOsaurus WRX" (opposaurus)
03/06/2017 at 08:38, STARS: 0
shit I woulda bought it if it was for sale when I was looking for an Allroad replacement.
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/06/2017 at 08:40, STARS: 0
GAH! Drat. How’s the Allroad? I’m taking auditions for a new wagon. Currently my finalist is a 2010-2014 Outback 3.6 R, but I can be persuaded. :P
"OPPOsaurus WRX" (opposaurus)
03/06/2017 at 08:44, STARS: 5
do you want to get places? do you have back-up cars?
"shop-teacher" (shop-teacher)
03/06/2017 at 08:45, STARS: 3
If you thought you didn’t have time to deal with the Subaru ....
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/06/2017 at 08:51, STARS: 0
Ah, I see I’m venturing into Alfa territory then, eh?
"CalzoneGolem" (calzonegolem)
03/06/2017 at 08:51, STARS: 1
I once had a conversation with an Audi guy. He told me he only buys used Audis. It’s easy, just make sure you budget at least half the purchase price to repairs every year.
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/06/2017 at 08:53, STARS: 0
Well, not with this one anyway... :P The aim is to get a newer Outback that I’ll modify with my son when he’s a bit older to go on some overland adventures together. But until he’s ready to wrench with me, it’s just gotta be a good DD without much work on my part.
"Herr Quattro - Has a 4-motion" (herrquattro)
03/06/2017 at 08:56, STARS: 1
If this subaru is giving you headaches, why the hell would you want an allroad?
Also I kind of really want this. But I won’t give up my b5.5 4motion Passat, have no space for it, and know jackshit about Subarus. Besides, I’m already spending more and more time on my Passat as is... And I’m broke.
But, if its still for sale in a couple months, hopefully I’ll be at a place where I can buy it. Because I do want it... Even if its several states (PA resident here) over.
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/06/2017 at 09:02, STARS: 0
Like I said, I’m taking auditions... Not saying that any car that auditions will pass said audition! I think the Audi has just performed the “William Hung on American Idol” of auditions for my next wagon...
"shop-teacher" (shop-teacher)
03/06/2017 at 09:03, STARS: 1
That makes sense. Don’t buy an Allroad then!
I nearly bought a new Legacy GT back in the day, a new ‘05 that was still on the lot in ‘06, although it was an auto. Such a good looking car! I often wonder what might have been. Yours, unfortunately, is out of my fun car price range by 1/3, so good luck with the sale.
"OPPOsaurus WRX" (opposaurus)
03/06/2017 at 09:06, STARS: 1
http://oppositelock.kinja.com/this-is-what-happened-1788913189
I did like it, its just that I got a really poor example that was probably neglected. it was an awesome looking car, cool features but not reliable, especially as a DD
"BeaterGT" (beatergt)
03/06/2017 at 09:14, STARS: 1
I hope to get 6 grand for mine when I sell it, good luck getting rid of it!
"CobraJoe" (cobrajoe)
03/06/2017 at 09:20, STARS: 1
I’d be tempted to trade you my car for it, but...
I have a 2005 Legacy GT sedan with a manual in Obsidian black pearl, with less miles and a clean history (other than an owner that did some questionable mods, no not me).
The wagon would be a nice thing to get back, I miss not having the room to carry things.
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/06/2017 at 09:22, STARS: 0
I sold my 2005 Regal Blue GT Sedan to buy the wagon, for just that reason (and the fact that it was only 37k more miles and cheaper!). :)
"Frenchlicker" (frenchlicker)
03/06/2017 at 10:11, STARS: 1
I kind of hate you right now. I want something like this, you’re not a super far drive away and the price is decent. However coming life changes stop me just short of buying it.
"Herr Quattro - Has a 4-motion" (herrquattro)
03/06/2017 at 10:26, STARS: 0
Well, I support VW Golf Sportwagen (not alltrack).
According to my father who test drove one, it drives surprisingly like his old (now mine) b5.5 Passat. And I consider the b5.5 Passat to be a fun car to drive. mine is also 4 motion, so no annoying FWD really.
I also would rather get an older Audi A6 Wagon over an allroad. But I just think it looks better.
Beyond that, when I got the Passat, my Dad wound up replacing it with manual VW Golf GTI. Now that’s a fun car... I would HIGHLY recommend it.
10/10 recommend. Will probably buy it off him when hes done with it.
DISCLAIMER: I have only ever driven the Passat, and the GTI. Well until I wrecked it, but that is a different story...
"ZHP Sparky, the 5th" (e30s2k)
03/06/2017 at 11:11, STARS: 1
I had the twin of your car pretty much – 2005 GT wagon with 5MT in black. Sold it about 2 years ago with 140k miles. Was a great car, didn’t give me too much trouble but just didn’t need the extra big car at the time. Since then we’ve moved to the PNW and I’m wishing I had kept it – would’ve been a great all weather car out here. If you have the need for the space and the AWD capability, and you’re aware of its history and issues (and feel comfortable with them), I’d say keep the car. I’ve been casually looking for something similar that would tick all the boxes and just don’t see anything on the market that is newer and worth the money. I don’t like taking huge depreciation hits, and looking at most vehicles that are a few years old nothing even remotely comes close. The car had its issues and bothered me some – straight line acceleration and freeway driving was awesome, but throwing it around on a windy road, not so much. You can’t blame the car for that though – it is what it is, if it works for you, keep it.
"victor" (victor)
03/06/2017 at 11:14, STARS: 1
My wife likes the alltrak on paper (in theory), but I feel like it’s not enough power. Still want golf r wagon
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/06/2017 at 11:32, STARS: 0
Well, if you’re ever in the area come for a test drive.
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/06/2017 at 11:34, STARS: 0
Yeah, I’m on the fence. I love the car,but a 2010-2014 Outback is calling to be turned into an off-road adventure machine...
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/06/2017 at 11:34, STARS: 0
I’ll be sure to let you guys know when or if it gets sold!
"Frenchlicker" (frenchlicker)
03/06/2017 at 11:36, STARS: 0
Being from Southern Indiana I don’t make it up there too often. However if I do I definitely will. That place is freaking Subaru country within a short drive of Boilermaker country, all in basically the middle of nowhere. I like it.
"ZHP Sparky, the 5th" (e30s2k)
03/06/2017 at 11:56, STARS: 0
Haha, that’s understandable. Why not a Forester XT for more turbo fun?
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/06/2017 at 12:06, STARS: 0
Need the longer wheelbase to haul 9 ft boards/tree slabs to build furniture with. :D :D
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/06/2017 at 12:07, STARS: 1
Yup, I used to work at SIA and there’s tons of Subies around here. I also work at Purdue, so I get the best of both worlds there (Boiler up!).
"Frenchlicker" (frenchlicker)
03/06/2017 at 14:00, STARS: 0
There’s been times I’ve been tempted to go up there and try out working at SIA. However if I go back to working in the car industry I’m sure as hell going to make sure it’s in a location with better weather. That area can be beautiful though.
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/06/2017 at 14:38, STARS: 0
Heh, I used to work there as a manufacturing engineer. It’s great if you’re at a stage of life where you value money more than family time or social relationships. :P I didn’t last too long there for those reasons, but it’s a great place to work for some people. Great company!
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/06/2017 at 14:39, STARS: 0
What would be a price that would make you reconsider? Just testing the market at the moment. :)
"gmctavish needs more space" (gmctavish)
03/06/2017 at 15:31, STARS: 0
Damn, Indiana is a bit of a trek from BC
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/06/2017 at 15:33, STARS: 0
I do love BC.... Maybe we can work something out if I can deliver it to you? :P That’d be a fun adventure!
"gmctavish needs more space" (gmctavish)
03/06/2017 at 16:00, STARS: 1
That would be really cool, but I also shouldn’t be spending that much on a second car. My girlfriend and I starting to plan a cross-Canada trip, so I should get something cheap enough that allows me to save for that too.
"Frenchlicker" (frenchlicker)
03/06/2017 at 16:12, STARS: 1
I’ve heard it’s not a bad atmosphere there. Their expansion the last few years seems insane with no slow down in sight.
"Frenchlicker" (frenchlicker)
03/06/2017 at 16:13, STARS: 1
I think 5-6 is perfectly fair. It just takes a person that knows what they are getting with the extras and the rebuild.
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/06/2017 at 20:16, STARS: 1
Yeah, I was in Paint when they were doing the new Paint Shop. Just insane pace...
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/06/2017 at 20:16, STARS: 1
That’s good to know! Glad to see my research paid off a bit. :)
"Herr Quattro - Has a 4-motion" (herrquattro)
03/06/2017 at 23:23, STARS: 1
And let us know of the (eventual) replacement!
"Herr Quattro - Has a 4-motion" (herrquattro)
03/06/2017 at 23:37, STARS: 0
my Passat b5.5 has 170 HP, and 166 ft-lbs of torque. I will state this is enough power. The Golf Alltrack has another 33 torque over that. Even as an enthusiast, I rarely find myself begging for more power from the car. Albeit, I do feel that I use full throttle more then I would like... But I can outrun my friends 2016 Toyota Corolla. On paper of course.
As is, I’m sure at the ‘limit’ my car is limited by the suspension and not the engine... I mean, to each there own, but I do personally think 170 HP is plenty.
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/07/2017 at 08:05, STARS: 0
That’s a good perspective. I’m sure I’ll miss my 290 hp turbo awesomeness, but 256 hp from an Outback 3.6 isn’t too shabby.
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/07/2017 at 08:19, STARS: 0
You should ditch that Ford and come get my Subaru... ;) You won’t regret it (probably)!
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/07/2017 at 08:20, STARS: 0
How’s the cargo space in the GTI? One of my requirements for the replacement is that I can fit 8 ft long boards in there when I need to haul lumber for furniture projects.
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/07/2017 at 08:21, STARS: 0
The other part that’s pushing me over the fence is that my wife doesn’t like to drive stick. She can, but is afraid of it. I’m just a bit leery of finding myself injured somewhere after hiking with the family and not being able to get home. :P
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/07/2017 at 08:22, STARS: 1
Here’s your solution: come fly here, and drive it back through MN all the way to BC! ;) ;)
"OPPOsaurus WRX" (opposaurus)
03/07/2017 at 08:47, STARS: 1
haha, the first thing that goes wrong with it i’m giving your phone number to my wife.
I thought you were in New ENgland but your way far away
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/07/2017 at 08:48, STARS: 0
I used to be! Lived in CT until 2014. Don’t worry, this car wants to come home to NE... ;)
"Herr Quattro - Has a 4-motion" (herrquattro)
03/09/2017 at 09:10, STARS: 1
HAHAHA NOPE
No way in hell... Well, I mean, maybe if you lay the rear seats and passenger seat down. Honestly, I don’t know. We’ve never tried because we have the Passat for long haul duties. But, even in my Passat wagon, an 8ft long 2x4 comes to an end just above the shifter, making manual shifting on the Tiptronic nearly impossible (or really really awkward).
If my car was stick, I couldn’t haul lumber in the back, because I would not be able to shift...
But, in all reality, its most likely possible , but it’d be a REALLY tight squeeze. If its a once a year type deal, you could probably get away with it. If its once a month, you’d get sick of it.
My dad was really unsure of the GTI aswell, because he wanted a Wagon replacement. But then he test drove one with a stick and fell in love.
"DrZ" (dzehner2)
03/09/2017 at 09:34, STARS: 0
Yeah, not saying it’s been easy to haul lumber in the Legacy, but yeah an 8 foot board ends right above the shifter. Not fun to drive like that. :P