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Don't you mean "for anyone else who has NOT seen the inside of a gym within the past year."
Go to the gym, love the '02/03 seats! :shades:
BTW, the '02/03 seats are not as narrow as the 350Z seats (extremely narrow in the back, by the lower back rest)!
Thanks for your help.
It hasn't affected any (or many) models since then and didn't affect my decision to switch from a 2.0 WRX to a 2.5 FXT.
-Dennis
Whoops. I stand corrected.
A few 98s had problems and those were the only ones not covered. Mine has been just fine.
-juice
I guess I'll play with it for a while because I like the performance and gas mileage. I still don't think the seats are as comfortable as my 84 GTI or 86 Regal T-Type. For comparison though, the Subaru will beat the T-Type in gas mileage and handling. Also it will beat the T in the 1/4 mile, but ONLY if it is raining or snowing!
To answer Kevin's observation, I go to the gym twice a week, I am 6'1" and weigh about 170 so the American syndrome has luckily not gotten to me yet. Certainly being too American (big) for the seat is not a problem for me.
Thanks to you all for your input and especially to Brian for his quick responses to my questions. The seats were a direct swap and no Airbag light problems were seen.
Steve
B
The article does not mention which model years qualify for the free upgrades, but the performance numbers cited are tantalizing. Go to:
http://www.sky.com/skynews/xml/article/0,,40000-214922,00.html
SB
Details on Subaru UK website:
http://www.subaru.co.uk
Craig
-juice
Thanks!
James B.
Yes.
Keep it on the middle setting though unless you're hitting the track. Don't know if you've read much about them, but you need to be aware of drop-throttle oversteer. Releasing the throttle in certain instances like a turn, will cause the rear to kick out (especially in slippery conditions). Stay on the throttle and you'll be very happy with the handling.
-Dennis
James B.
I would look around the internet for 9-2X owner's to see how the Saab experience is, unless you already know that. I believe there are a lot of Saab folks that don't like it because it's Japanese. If I were in the market for a new wagon, I would definitely consider it if it's 19K. Definitely not for 30k though.
-Dennis
The Saab has slightly quicker steering and more sound insulation. Mostly, it has more options, like leather and a moonroof, which the WRX wagon lacks.
That plus you delete the roof rails. But you gain 2 years' free service.
Not big differences unless you really want a factory moonroof or leather.
-juice
I think 9-2X will still be cheaper than the Impreza even after loaded with options (with better look, sound insulation and services too).
I wonder what will happen to the Impreza sales.
ps - i've NEVER had so much fun putting 6 K miles on a new car! :shades:
Big Question: Where to get it serviced. Saab has only about 200 US dealers vs. 600 for Subaru. Saab is considered a premium make and service prices are in line with that. Fortunately, service to 36,000 is included in price. Do you think a Subaru dealer would do routine maintenance after that runs out?
I'd go for it if I were you. The discounted 92-Xs are screaming buys. I'm in Canada, where, sadly to say, the GM Employee Pricing promotion doesn't apply. I've looked into buying a 92-X from a US Saab dealer and importing. Taxes, import fees and the exchange rate eats up some of the discount, but total cost will still be cheaper than Cdn WRX prices by several thousand dollars.
My only concern is whether the warranty will apply on a US-bought car north of the border. A dealer in Seattle told me there shouldn't be a problem, but I want to get hold of a 92-X warranty and read the fine print.
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/prepos...3024-20868P.pdf:
Bob
-juice
Bob
Most places, I woulda been laughed out of there.
DjB
Thanks!
JB
the only way for ALL tail lights to stop working is if the harness -- or a ground -- got disconnected somewhere.
since the various lights use different fuses and relays (and bulbs) it would be hard for me to believe ALL the fuses, relays, or bulbs blew.
most likely culprit is a loose/broken wiring harness or ground connection.
-juice
Diablo Subaru in Walnut Creek, CA quoted me for $120 for the estimated 1 hour for the diagnostic. I called Pep Boys as an alternative and they are going to charge $92 to look at it.
JB
Craig
JB
No way would they let the plain WRX make more power than the Legacy GT. That would not make sense.
-juice
Craig
-juice