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Bob
So since I drive a BMW I shouldn't even consider a Subaru?
Remember I said "usually" and "not likely", not "all of them". Surely most BMW owners I met don't even like the mention of Subaru name.
That and the fact that 3.0 H-6 is more smooth than 2.5T H-4 in power delivery because all turbo charged cars have turbo lags. You step on gas, not all the power are available in first couple seconds. The car feels very slow then suddenly, turbo kicks in, the car surges ahead. It's fine for a sports car but not ideal for the class Tribeca tries to be in.
Besides, you will need to put an ugly scope on the hood for IC cooling. Not that I'll complain I DO hope SOA put in something like 3.0 Turbo H-6 in the near future. But forget about it ever happening in MY 2006.
Bob
Sure, the 500 or so pounds extra weight will have some impact, just as it does with the 3.0 H-6.
Bob
Again, one guy collecting with five paying still may be worth it, if say the car is one year out of warranty (still running allright) and out of the blue the transmission blows up. Or turbo, or engine, or AC system or all of them within say 12 month period. Now we talking not $1000, but more like $5000 plus. Unlikeley to happen? Sure. Impossible? I think not. Some people (you I presume) would rather save money, others would rather pay upfront. Remember that most of people can't save a penny, but have enough responsibility to pay their bills on time, therefore rolling the warranty into the car loan, as much as ripoff it may be, still makes sense for some.
Those risk management products are a tricky business - we buy them and actually hope we won't collect (i.e. nothing bad happens). On the other hand, if nothing bad happens, we lost the money and feel like suckers, because the other guy (and the facilitator, of course) collected, not us. And we wish we had that money. Looks like lose-lose. Of course, until the engine blows up at 50K miles...
I think it all boils up to two things: probability and price.
2018 430i Gran Coupe
Turbo lag.... well, I have a 1.6L turboPassat. Turbo kicks in at about 1700 rpm, and of course, higher rpm, more presure . I don't really notice the lag unless I m at a standstill. If VW can do it, Subaru can it too.
For low PSI turbo, the lag is less noticeable. Of course, the lag I'm talking about is from stand still.
It should be ultra-light duty (200 or 300 lbs at most) and could be as small as 3' x 4', and as large as 4' x 6.
I already have had the 1.25" trailer hitch kit put on our Tribeca.-
Thanks
Craig
It's the same difference in the Outback models -- the H6 models are smooth and linear, with decent power -- certainly not slouches. But the turbo models are hot rods!
Craig
I have seen utility trailers at Lowes and Home Depot recently (live in Virginia now) and they are in the $700-900 range and higher. Unfortunately, they are not made as well as I remember from the old days.
I would look around for a local dealer, who is likely to carry regional-made trailers. Also, ask around amongst neighbors/friends and see what other people have.
Craig
at least its not like matresses and removing the tag ...
2. I dont sweat the small stuff when I am out of the 36k factory warranty. I don't care what the details of the repair bill and if I am over charged... as I have a zero deductible warranty. I just drop off and pick up fixed
I bought the 4 yr / 60k mileage zero deductible for $600 ($800 was the MSRP). that is the GOLD bumper to bumper warranty.
Subaru has reached a point where I like to drive them.
Tires are not included
I can't wait to hear how you like your Tribeca once it's delivered.
Certianly not. I think that comment from foxbat was a gross generalization. In general I think he is right. Subaru is not a brand that BMW drivers are likely to look at although the B9 seems to have finally drawn thier attention. I've come out of a 3 Saabs to the B9 and am very happy I did.
First first group (the drivers) I believe would consider a B9 especially if SOA could get them to drive a Becca. Anyone who knows cars will see that compared to the X3 & X5 3.0 - the Becca is a real competitor.
No not that I remember.
As some one who has had both sonar & video systems in past cars, I found the sonar to be much better and more accurate and safer than video.
If you live in the snow belt as I do, there are times when the video is useless because of snow or ice blocking the camera's view. Sonar is imperious to weather.
Also, with sonar, you do not have to watch the screen and are free to watch the sides and front end when parallel parking.
just did not get it low enough to hit the bottom of the fuel guage... was strange that the last notch on the fuel guage is clear.
Just like the space in the gas tank where the fuel shoul be!!
You mean 3 years like Ford, Chevrolet, Pontiac, Mercury, Toyota, Nissan etc.,etc.? The extra years (usually one to make 4) are on makes that charge for the extra year in the price OR are desperate to improve their reputations like Hyundai was at one time.
If you intend to keep your Subaru a long time, you can get the excellent Subaru Gold warranty to double the coverage period as I did. The price of the warranty plus the Subaru is still less than competing all wheel drive vehicles.
how much did you pay for your Gold Ext Warranty (I know this probably should go in the prices paid forum)... and which deductable/mileage/years did you pick?
Yup, saw it... then forgot about it! :surprise:
Really sorry to hear about it and it is a shame. How did she hold up in the crash?
Thank You.
How about using the song, "another one bites the dust" by Queen :P
It would work for me.
Here is a copy of my recent order from SubaruPartsForYou
Order Receipt
Please print or save this as your receipt.
Order date: 8/18/2005. EmailOrder_
Thank you for your order.
Product Name Qty Item# Ship Method Unit Price
CARGO TRAY FOR
TRIBECA REAR 5
PASSENGER VEHICLES I
N GRAY 1 J501SXA000MW UPS Ground $59.00
ENGINE BLOCK
HEATER WITH
INSTRUCTIONS 1 A0910AS100 UPS Ground $22.00
SPLASH GUARD
SET OF 4 IN BLACK
PLASTIC FOR
TRIBECA B9 1 J101SXA000 UPS $79.00
Shipping & Handling: $13.02
Grand Total: $173.02
I estimate that I saved about $60 plus compared to my dealer & my savings is based on my dealer giving me a 10% discount. The savings without the discount would have been closer to $75 or $80. I paid $13.00 for shipping but that is less than Chicago's 9% sales tax.
Thanks again whoever you are:-)
I'm especially surprised because there are absolutely tons of Subarus where I live (NYC). You can't go half a block on the Upper West Side or brownstone Brooklyn or SW CT w/o running into multiple Foresters and Outbacks. I know it's a new product and expectations are low and dealers are probably easing into it, but still . . . not one?
Take it for what it's worth.