2016 Subaru Crosstrek Base 199K---Finding Oil in Coolant (fearing head gasket issues)

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I do not think I am looking to repair the head gasket but wanted to put a couple thoughts out here to get some input:

1. Just curious, anyone here every use the sealant to try and patch this issue? (I am not a fan because I will be trading this in for whatever I can get)
2. Anyone know of head gasket issues in general with Crosstreks---heard vague rumblings about years prior to 2019 having issues.
3.Are there any other EASILY diagnosable reasons why oil might be getting into my coolant?

Thanks ahead of time, I am pretty sold about the issue and my path forward but it never hurts to have an additional convo.

Cheers,
Liz
 
Since they upgraded the gaskets, it hasn't been a huge problem unless you drive it hard. If you've put nearly 200k miles on it in 6 yrs, 33k per year, a head gasket problem would not be unexpected.
 
Depending on the vehicle you may find an improved option. I put the WRX ones in my legacy (metal vs fibre) so they'll not fail again. If you love the car, it is worth it. If not, sell it disclosing the issue (or do an engine swap). Water and oil mixing is a head gasket.
 
Thanks all, with my schedule (very car dependent with a kid) I had no down time to find the time or the right person to do any of the above.I love the car and got more than my money out of it but ultimately traded it in disclosing the issues. Still got 2500 for the trade. Got into another Subaru. Could not get into the full tech all screen monitor of the 2025 outback, but wanted something larger than the Crosstrek so now I am into a 2024 Forester sport and loving it. Subaru for life for me. Thanks again.
 

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