I am on my third Subi, two Legacy's and now a 2012 Outback 3.6R with a real five speed automatic. May be my last one as I am not a fan of CVTs or four banger turbos. I find that it has plenty of power in the NV Sierras, perfect snow car - not particularly suited for serious off road. 100K miles with only normal maintenance. A recent survey called the STI pilots the 'worst' drivers beating out Bimmer people for the honor. I personally have witnessed speed lane cutting, diving and cutting off (me) by STI drivers so I can agree. After having @ eight BMW over the years including hot rod ones I am glad to get off the snide (3.0 CSL, 2002 Alpina Ti etc)
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