Soon to be owner of a '94 legacy touring wagon

[Gray Ghost]

Hi all! We are purchasing this: http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/ctd/1917059431.html and I would like your 2 cents. A bit of history. We have owned a 2003 wrx sedan and wagon, 2009 STi, 1993 legacy L fwd and a 1991 legacy lsi with an ej22t swap. Due to hard financial times the STi was sold and my DD is the '93 legacy and the '91 swapped is for sale . I am wondering what to watch out for and any other opinions from those that have been there and done that. I test drove the car a couple days ago and it is in great shape. Immaculate inside with a bit of wear on the usual spot of the drivers seat bolster. It has been re-painted from white to green several years ago, but those with subies know that aftermarket paint is a blessing The recent safety/mechanic check showed everything in good shape but it was recommended to do the water pump soon. Advice please? Thanks!

[Legacy777]

Looks like a nice car. I like the color!

I would suggest the routine maintenance stuff, water pump, timing belt, checking/replacing oil seals.

[wtdash]

Nice car - leather and only 116K.

Double-check the Auto/AWD...find a parking lot and do circles/figure 8's looking for torque-bind - sounds like you should be familiar w/it due to your Subaru history.

Make sure there are no weird noises when it shifts and no delay when putting into gear - D, 2,3, etc.

The transmissions are fine if maintained, but too often neglected.

The knock sensor was an issue - cracked - <'95.

Check the sun roof...they seem to leak over time due to the drains getting plugged, and not easy to clean.

Good luck,
TD

[SLODRIVE]

Mmmm nice!
I'm going to add, look out for hard/brittle wiring and hoses in the engine compartment, especially near the turbo. That can be a real headache when you're fiddling around under the hood.

[Gray Ghost]

Thanks for all the info! Should be picking it up in a couple hours

[Gray Ghost]

Well, picked her up yesterday. She sure is a creampuff! In amazing condition for 16 years old. Runs strong for all of 170hp . Just have to do some serious mod educating now. I am used to modding newer cars so this is a new game for me. Thinking wrx springs, GR2's, TBE, Tmic, mbc, walbro soon. Will wrx springs lower it or change the stance at all? I like how it sits now, especially with 02 wrx wheels on it. I would like to button it down handling wise though. A little floaty right now. Advice?

[ericem]

I tried wrx springs its EXACTLY the same. Try just getting GR2's and sways and that helps greatly. If you want to car to sit slightly lower try H & R springs. I bought a set I hear good things. I am currently running GR2's and so far so good.

[Gray Ghost]

I tried wrx springs its EXACTLY the same. Try just getting GR2's and sways and that helps greatly. If you want to car to sit slightly lower try H & R springs. I bought a set I hear good things. I am currently running GR2's and so far so good.

Gr2's it is! I like the stance right now. Don't want it dumped since it will see snow and gravel roads frequently Will the stock auto handle 10-12 psi on the VF-11? I was thinking a Dp and mbc would be nice for a few more hp. Thanks!