SUBARU OUTBACK 2.5 S Outback 5dr (2005)

Subaru Outback 2.5 S - It should be great but...

I've done over 40,000 miles in the car and it's now on 98,000 and three is much that is excellent. I bought it to tow racing cars which it does superbly and the fuel economy is tolerable (34mpg) on normal running around with a light foot.

BUT

The check engine light came on and despite an expensive replacement sensor we've not found a solution even with the help of a non franchised specialist. It goes fine, passes MOTs and has good fuel economy but the light keeps coming back. It's now developed a grumble that sounds like transmission although I've not had chance to check as yet.. Parts are dear and like most modern cars if the ecu does not like something it''s beyond the resources of most diy ers.

A pity because it's a great car to drive and from new to 80,000 miles was probably a joy.