2005 Subaru Outback

very happy with this car

By urban (CA) on Saturday, June 08, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 22,800

Pros: "everything"

Cons: "A/C+heat control rheostat is "notchy""

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"Very reliable, very comfortable, sufficiently luxurious, attractive inside and out. Tough machine and suspension -- goes over curbs when needed, fast turns in gravel or wet roads no problem, we have hauled very heavy loads (stones) in the cargo area in back, dealer has said "this is still a new car" given its condition. Many compliments about interior. A REAL KEEPER!"

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Best Car I have owned in past 60 years

By Andy (IA) on Tuesday, May 28, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 135,000

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"At age 77, I have owned many automobiles! This care with all wheel drive is the best performing vehicle I have had on wet, or icy, snow roads. My next car will also be a Subaru Outback."

2 people out of 2 found this review helpful

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I love this car and will buy another when it dies.

By Cameas (MI) on Thursday, March 28, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 230,000

Pros: "drives great, rocks in the snow, lots of power"

Cons: "snow in wheels sometimes unbalances the tires"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"Never had any problems, basic maintenece, slight complaint open wheels let snow sometimes unbalance the tires, easy to fix but a pain sometimes in northern michigan winters. THIS CAR ROCKS"

5 people out of 5 found this review helpful

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So-So

By mb somers (NH) on Tuesday, March 12, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 88,000

Pros: "Sharp-looking adequete storage in back."

Cons: "Too many flukey repairs"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 3

"We bought this as a 2nd vehicle to run the roads in the summer and take off for ski trips in bad weather. Handles great in bad conditions. Unfortunate to us, the turbo needed replacing and after dealer work.. radio needed replacing. Dealership replaced it and all electrical has ceased to work properly. Going to trade it in.. in doing so it holds a great blue book value for trade in...."

1 person out of 2 found this review helpful

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Subaru Cars are by far the best!

By andy9020 (WA) on Wednesday, February 27, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 47,600

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"This is a very comfortable car to drive. Heated seats, leather interior, premium sound, 6cyl power, 23+ mpg... The list goes on and on. This is the third Subaru I have owned, all purchased used. My only gripe about these cars is the TPMS system. If one of the sensors causes a problem the car has to go to the dealership. These things are not covered under any sort of warranty and run about $100 each to replace. Be aware of the TPMS problems on these cars. I have several other makes of newer cars and have never had any problem with TPMS. Subaru got everything but that system right."

1 person out of 1 found this review helpful

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This is the most reliable and maintenance free car

By Vic (CA) on Sunday, February 10, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 178

Pros: "safety, low maintenance and no mechanical issues"

Cons: "gas mileage, normal wear and tear on leather seats"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I am the original owner and have driven the car mostly on the highway. I have never had one mechanical issue or concern about the car. It has had regular maintenance (oil changes, tires rotated, and every mileage service) and has served me well. At 178,000 miles I am considering another car but am in no hurry. Gas mileage isn't as good as some newer cars but handling and acceleration continue to be grand. I would recommend a Subaru outback to anyone looking for an older model outback. I can't speak to the new models but 2005 rocks!"

4 people out of 5 found this review helpful

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