"PyramidHat" (pyramidhat)
06/06/2018 at 23:30 • Filed to: None
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"PyramidHat" (pyramidhat)
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Right, then....
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Gray on Black leather. If there’s an option that isn’t included, I can’t fathom what it is. The EyeSight adaptive cruise control is a trip and works great! GF likes the heated seats and the sunroof. Daughter likes the heated seats in the back, and the HVAC vents. Gray wasn’t my first choice, but it does look good. Engine is smooth and it’s interesting getting used to no lag, like I had on the XC70.
What’s interested is that I’ve found more than a few of these that were owned for a couple of years (assume lease) then the second owner only had it for a short time, like 1 to 2 months... can’t figure out why the quick turn on the 2nd owner. Regardless, other than a couple of minor cosmetic flaws, it looks new at 31,800 miles.
I also realized that this is the first car I’ve ever owned that did not have a tape deck, which is a weird feeling.
Now, off to look for rooftop cargo cages and tent trailers...
Tristan
> PyramidHat
06/06/2018 at 23:44 |
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Did you test drive both the 4 cylinder and the 3.6R? I’ve heard the 3.6 isn’t really worth it with the CVT, but I’ve always wanted to try it out. I did spend a lot of time with a 2014 Outback and it was an absolutely lovely car. The seats were heavenly.
Highlander-Datsuns are Forever
> PyramidHat
06/06/2018 at 23:51 |
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It could be an oil consumption issue or not but keep your eye on it. Subaru is good about replacing the short block it’s just a pain to have your car out of commission for two days.
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PyramidHat
> Tristan
06/07/2018 at 00:10 |
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Some friends drove a 2.5 and said it was OK on the flats but a dog on the hills. Also, considering a trailer, so I wanted the extra power...
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Highlander-Datsuns are Forever
> PyramidHat
06/07/2018 at 00:15 |
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The oem roof rails are very difficult to fit Thule and Yakima load bars but there are some solutions. I have not tried yet but my Thule box fits on the stock bars fine, the bars are just curved.
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PyramidHat
> Highlander-Datsuns are Forever
06/07/2018 at 00:26 |
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Thanks! I was just trying to figure if the crossbars I had for the XC would fit...looks like I need to get the subie bars....
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Tristan
> PyramidHat
06/07/2018 at 00:36 |
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My wife’s 2.5 felt pretty darn slow when I first drove it, but I was going from a Hemi Magnum RT so My judgement was clouded. I saw you mentioned a rooftop tent, too. The bigger engine is probably a wise choice!
m-b-w loves his SUBAROO
> PyramidHat
06/07/2018 at 00:40 |
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You made a good choice! My entire family would agree
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PyramidHat
> Highlander-Datsuns are Forever
06/07/2018 at 00:51 |
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So, I just learned that the crossbars are built in!
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PyramidHat
> m-b-w loves his SUBAROO
06/07/2018 at 00:52 |
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Cool! OK, you have the box and the basket. Which do you prefer?
C62030
> PyramidHat
06/07/2018 at 01:19 |
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Looks great! Underrated wheels too, I think.
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m-b-w loves his SUBAROO
> PyramidHat
06/07/2018 at 01:26 |
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I’ve got the Box, my dad has the basket, both made by Thule and sold through the Subaru dealer. I’m more of a fan of the roof box, as it offers more storage, and is usable in all weather conditions. In addition, his car seems to get more wind noise with the basket.
That Bastard Kurtis - An Attempt to Standardize My Username Across Platforms
> PyramidHat
06/07/2018 at 06:23 |
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I’ll take a whack at the short second owner question. If you lease a car and buy it out, Carfax shows that as a two owner car...technically the bank owns it, then you do. I don’t know what Subaru residual values are like, but the cars seem to hold their value...it’s possible some people bought their cars off lease because the residual was less than the car was worth, then moved on to something different and used the equity in the car as kind of a down payment on the next one.
random001
> That Bastard Kurtis - An Attempt to Standardize My Username Across Platforms
06/07/2018 at 06:34 |
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This is a really great answer.
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random001
> PyramidHat
06/07/2018 at 06:38 |
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Time to get jiggy!
http://get-primitive.com/lift-kits/515-2010-16-outback-lift-kit.html
http://get-primitive.com/3-protection-skidplates
I tried so hard to have an outback. I love them. The one I bought was an undisclosed flood damaged car that ate a quart of oil in 500 miles, the valve cover bolts were sheering off, and I had no way to recover my money from the “dealer” due to shady legal jargon without a lot of investment. I was saddened by this...
I love Outbacks.
TheTurbochargedSquirrel
> PyramidHat
06/07/2018 at 07:01 |
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My mom has a 2017 2.5 and it is a fine automobile. I wouldn’t buy one for myself but I certainly wouldn’t object to having one in the family.
TheRealBicycleBuck
> PyramidHat
06/07/2018 at 07:17 |
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One of Us...
2014 Outback 3.6 Limited
2014 WRX
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> PyramidHat
06/07/2018 at 07:29 |
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My previous generation has the built-in design as well. I don’t know if they’ve revised it, but I’d recommend crossing them once a month or so even if you aren’t using them. They have a tendency to get sticky and difficult to release if they sit retracted too long.
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> Tristan
06/07/2018 at 07:30 |
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I’ll chime in here too as I own a 2.5 and have had a 3.6 loaner - it’s a definite upgrade but I think maybe not worth it new. But used for less of a price gap like OP did I would definitely consider.
KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
> PyramidHat
06/07/2018 at 07:58 |
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Congrats! It’s a safe and solid no nonsense wagon and I’m hlad you went for the 3.6R instead of the slowAF 2.5.
what is your opinion on the CVT?
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PyramidHat
> That Bastard Kurtis - An Attempt to Standardize My Username Across Platforms
06/07/2018 at 08:25 |
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That makes sense! Thanks!
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PyramidHat
> FTTOHG Has Moved to https://opposite-lock.com
06/07/2018 at 08:27 |
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Thanks for the advice!
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PyramidHat
> KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
06/07/2018 at 08:29 |
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No objection, but it feels a little weird not having any shifting. The power is just...there. Mind you I’ve only driven in 25 mph traffic so far, so opinions may change once I get some miles in...
arl
> PyramidHat
06/07/2018 at 08:45 |
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Nice ride. I just sold my Moms old base Outback 2.5 to Carmax. I was amazed how well it held its value. They gave us a lot more than blue book.
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Tristan
> FTTOHG Has Moved to https://opposite-lock.com
06/07/2018 at 12:10 |
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Depreciation rules.