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  • hondafriekhondafriek Member Posts: 2,984
    It's not really impressive when you consider we paid a hell of a lot more up here than what you did, The list on mine in 01 was $33kCDN, with PDI delivery and taxes I paid close to $37KCDN.

    Cheers Pat.
  • hammerheadhammerhead Member Posts: 907
    Pat (or anybody else in the know):
    Is that car legal (I believe the industry term is 'federalized') for US sale, or only for Canada?

    Cheers!
    Paul
  • rshollandrsholland Member Posts: 19,788
    I was wondering the same thing Paul. Not sure if Pat's car, if it was to be sold and registered in the USA, if it would have to undergo some modifications in order to meet US laws?

    Bob
  • volkovvolkov Member Posts: 1,306
    I was checking the Leg GT specs the other day and noted it now gets dual AVCS like the STi. The WRX still lacks this. The listed specs boast torque of 258 ft/lbs at 2k rpm. Is that new this year or did I miss it in 09? I'm just a little surprised a bigger deal wasn't made of it. That is a very impressive figure, and basically removes any issue of turbo lag.
  • aaykayaaykay Member Posts: 539
    The new 2010 Legacy GT, has had a relocation of the Turbo, which leads to quick spool-up and leads to literally no lag. The header to turbo distance has been reduced from around 5 feet (WRX) to around 1 feet (2010 Legacy GT), which leads to the swift spool-up and availability of max torque earlier in the rev range.
  • hondafriekhondafriek Member Posts: 2,984
    Paul I am not sure, but I do know that when our dollar was low against the US dollar, car dealers from the US were coming up here and cleaning out the Toronto and Montreal Auctions. They actually put a lot of small dealers out of business here. They could bid the cars well past wholesale and still make a profit in the US.

    I guess Customs and Excise could answer that question.

    Cheers Pat.
  • ateixeiraateixeira Member Posts: 72,587
    List it in the Nabisco classifieds. That's a special car and deserves a special buyer.
  • hammerheadhammerhead Member Posts: 907
    I know it works the other direction - a local dealer was really busy during that time with Canadians buying US cars - a salesman buddy of mine was basically doing nothing but the paperwork full-time to expedite US cars across the border.
    If the car was built here & then imported north, it may meet US specs.
    If I hit the Lotto in the next couple weeks, I'll let you know - that car would be a real treat.

    Cheers!
    Paul
  • hondafriekhondafriek Member Posts: 2,984
    Oh it was built there, Subaru don't have a plant in Canada to the best of my knowledge.

    Cheers Pat.
  • ladywclassladywclass Member Posts: 1,713
    Well, not in the sense of someone who drives from Alaska to Pennsylvania and back and then .. well, you know ...

    We went to Indianapolis yesterday to see Daniel Tosh perform last night. I guess you have to be a bit warped to enjoy his comedy .. well .. I guess we are! We had tickets for front row/center. It was great. Stayed overnight, and drove home today. It's about a 3 hour trip from home and a nice weekend getaway.

    Ate at a Sullivan's steakhouse last night. It was pricey, but wonderful!

    Brenda
  • ladywclassladywclass Member Posts: 1,713
    I'm going to look at a building that I think would make a wonderful investment for our future. At the same time I feel nuts for even considering this.

    It's a school that was built in the 1920's, closed in 1987. Bought and turned into private residence, then sold again in 2003 and made into Bed and Breakfast. I think it changed hands one more time between then and now.

    It's still a B&B. It has about 5,000 square feet in main floor, and another 5,000 in the daylight basement (about 1/2 under ground, but with lots of windows and light). It has another 1200 sq feet or so in an attached building that is now the "owner's quarters". This is one of those blocky brick structures with lots of tall windows and tall ceilings. It is about 1/4 mile from main highway "around town", and has almost 4 acres of land included with the building.

    I pass this building every day going to work and it is on the market. I see so many possibilities. First of all we could live in the building. It has 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms + 2 half baths. It also would be great for me to open the tutoring service I keep saying I'm going to run after school and on Saturday mornings. It would also provide space for a business we've discussed for my husband. There is also at least one room that could be rented out for functions - family reunions, small weddings, etc. AND the owner's quarters might be a good apartment for aging parents (his OR mine). I kept thinking I'd look up the price and then I wouldn't think about it anymore. I did look it up last weekend, and the asking price is $244,900.

    I drove my husband over to see it the other evening. He's encouraging me, but there would still be a lot of obstacles to overcome even if we decide it's "all that" once we see inside......

    am I "crazy like a fox" ... or just "plain crazy"...?

    we'll see ...
  • paisanpaisan Member Posts: 21,181
    Yeah the turbo is now between the Timing Belt Cover and the Radiator.

    So the UP section is significantly shorter, I haven't had a chance to really look deep into it but I'd imagine this will make working on Timing Belts a bit more of a PITA and it'll be interesting to see where the exhaust goes after the turbo as well as where the intake piping goes. There will still be lag due to having to charge up the whole piping, similar to the issues surrounding a FMIC where the hoses goe from the firewall down to the front and then back up.

    -mike
  • paisanpaisan Member Posts: 21,181
    That's cool. I always think of buying an old manufacturing building or a power company switching building to convert into a house. Never have enough $ to do it though.

    Good luck!

    -mike
  • ladywclassladywclass Member Posts: 1,713
    Well, in THIS case, I think a lot of that work has already been done! We'll see ... you know I'll end up letting you guys know after we look at it inside.
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    Sounds like a fun idea to me, especially since it's already been "repurposed." The utility bills might be a bit scary.

    Mike, I've always wanted to live in a warehouse or aircraft hanger. Put everything, including the tub and pony walls, on casters. :)
  • xwesxxwesx Member Posts: 17,728
    That's what I was thinking too, regarding utility bills. My high school was one of those 1920's era square brick buildings. Even while going to school there, I used to imagine it as a private residence. It would have made quite a grand abode. And, for all the space in it, there really weren't all that many rooms. Including the office, I think it had seven rooms, plus the gymnasium (that doubled as the cafeteria).

    Brenda, in your case, the land that comes with the building may prove to be a valuable asset. You're not crazy. I think about doing that sort of thing all the time, and we all know that I certainly am not crazy. Right? :shades:
    2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2014 Audi Q7 TDI, 2013 Subaru Forester, 2013 Ford F250 Lariat D, 1976 Ford F250, 1969 Chevrolet C20, 1969 Ford Econoline 100
  • ateixeiraateixeira Member Posts: 72,587
    I used to say my ideal house was a 6 car garage with a small loft and a cot where I could sleep.

    That sounds pretty close.

    Just make sure it's move-in ready, else negotiate credits to get it that way.
  • Karen_SKaren_S Member Posts: 5,092
    A reporter would like to speak with drivers whose families have had a lot of automotive brand loyalty. Has it faded over the years? Please send a few sentences on this to pr@edmunds.com no later than Friday, October 16, 2009 if you care to be interviewed on the subject.
  • rshollandrsholland Member Posts: 19,788
    http://blogs.insideline.com/straightline/2009/10/public-service-announcement-toy- - - - ota-f1-driver-not-hot-dog-eater.html#more

    I LOVE Nathan's hotdogs, but 16,853 calories in 12 minutes... YIKES!

    So, how's that make all the Subie Crew dieters feel? Hungry? Or sick?

    Bob
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    Wonder if this link works any better.... (I think the "#more" is hammering yours, Bob).

    Anything that would kill my appetite would be good at this point. :)
  • KCRamKCRam Member Posts: 3,516
    ...as I sit down to a bowl of chicken vegetable soup for dinner...

    kcram - Pickups/Wagons Host
  • lucien2lucien2 Member Posts: 2,984
    diet?! Uh uh buddy, I ride to eat :P
  • ateixeiraateixeira Member Posts: 72,587
    Back in the day, paisan coulda taken him. ;)

    Old school style, too, no Japanesing (*).

    * - refers to when they dip the bread in water
  • ateixeiraateixeira Member Posts: 72,587
    I think I had 8 plates of king crabs last time I went to Phillips. Nothing like these competitive eaters, though.
  • rshollandrsholland Member Posts: 19,788
    Hmmm... it sounds like it may be time to head back over to the Stoney Creek Inn, for one of those 1-pound crab cakes.

    Bob
  • bat1161bat1161 Member Posts: 1,784
    Just a quick hello to the gang here, I haven't been checking Edmunds in quite a while. Not much going on for me- still looking for a job here in NYC. Getting to the point I'm getting ready to get my TLC (Taxi & Limousine Commission) license again and start driving local car service. At least it would be some $$ coming in.

    Hope everyone else is doing well. I'll try to check in on you folks a bit more often.

    Mark

    BTW- Brenda I don't think you are crazy. In these times take advantage where you can and try something different/
  • ladywclassladywclass Member Posts: 1,713
    It's arranged for us to go see the inside next Monday ....we'll know more then ...
  • ateixeiraateixeira Member Posts: 72,587
    If Jason's not available you could star in Transporter 4.

    image

    With an STI, maybe. :shades:
  • bat1161bat1161 Member Posts: 1,784
    If I get $$ coming in, that may indeed be an option :D . Think of all the prcatice of dodging cars/buses/trucks and pedestrians I'll have by then ;)

    Mark
  • paisanpaisan Member Posts: 21,181
    I know you hate sales but we are trying to expand AZP (Moving across the lot and probably 2.5x the floorspace) and can always use sales help, heck you could probably do wrenching too if you wanted to.

    -mike
    Subaru Guru and Track Instructor
  • hondafriekhondafriek Member Posts: 2,984
    Guys I am selling my Subaru 4pot front calipers complete with Pads and anti rattle clips. Only about 3000K miles on them.
    $ 400CDN+ Shipping.

    Cheers Pat.
  • ladywclassladywclass Member Posts: 1,713
    (it's what my husband started calling the 'school/house' we've been talking about ...)

    we did go see inside yesterday ... parts of it have me thinking ... oh wow this is perfect for .... and parts of it have me thinking ... OMG .. a MONEY PIT!
  • paisanpaisan Member Posts: 21,181
    Not a bad price. Color?

    -mike
  • hondafriekhondafriek Member Posts: 2,984
    Colour is red.

    Cheers Pat.
  • hondafriekhondafriek Member Posts: 2,984
    Sold the calipers guys. Hope the Titan sells as quick when I put it up for sale in the spring. The Titan is now tucked up for winter
    Cheers Pat.
  • rshollandrsholland Member Posts: 19,788
    Our daughter Mairen got engaged yesterday. She and Jess have been dating for 8 years, so this was not unexpected. No date or location yet on the wedding. Deb and I are very happy, as Jess is a great catch. I'm sure they will be very happy together.

    Bob
  • KCRamKCRam Member Posts: 3,516
    Congrats, Bob!

    kcram - Pickups/Wagons Host
  • ateixeiraateixeira Member Posts: 72,587
    Congrats to her! :shades:
  • xwesxxwesx Member Posts: 17,728
    Yes, congratulations!
    2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2014 Audi Q7 TDI, 2013 Subaru Forester, 2013 Ford F250 Lariat D, 1976 Ford F250, 1969 Chevrolet C20, 1969 Ford Econoline 100
  • ladywclassladywclass Member Posts: 1,713
    Congratulations to her .. but also to you ... Those of us with grown (and married) children know that their choice of spouse affects the extended family, too!
  • volkovvolkov Member Posts: 1,306
    Congratulations! Nothing to do now but help plan a great ceremony and don't forget to enjoy it.
  • ateixeiraateixeira Member Posts: 72,587
    With 4 models still on the list, tied with VW, and more than any other make, including Volvo, Lexus, Mercedes, BMW.

    http://www.iihs.org/news/rss/pr111809.html

    WOOT! :shades:

    If you cross-shop the Top Safety Picks list with CR's Most Reliable List, you are left with one single small SUV - the Forester!
  • tsytsy Member Posts: 1,551
    Congratulations Bob! I'm glad you approve! But what does he drive? ;)

    tom
  • rshollandrsholland Member Posts: 19,788
    A 2006 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab NISMO 4x4. Yes, I approve. ;)

    Bob
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    lol, a truck guy. Perfect. :)
  • xwesxxwesx Member Posts: 17,728
    Ah, I love those trucks. I think you have to get the SE to get a manual, though. :(
    2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2014 Audi Q7 TDI, 2013 Subaru Forester, 2013 Ford F250 Lariat D, 1976 Ford F250, 1969 Chevrolet C20, 1969 Ford Econoline 100
  • tsytsy Member Posts: 1,551
    Nice. :)
  • rshollandrsholland Member Posts: 19,788
    Jess is an avid surfer, it's a perfect vehicle for him to throw some surfboards in, and head to the beach.

    image

    Bob
  • ladywclassladywclass Member Posts: 1,713
    Getting a jump on tomorrow, and wishing everyone a very safe and happy holiday weekend. Enjoy the family, the dinner, and - if you are traveling - a safe and stress-free trip!

    Brenda
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    I'm thankful for Les Schwab for fixing the flat tire on my Outback the other day for free. :)

    And we're looking forward to out of town company for dinner tomorrow; off to the airport in twenty minutes. The cornbread dressing and ambrosia are already done. Y'all come!
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