TRIbeca Ugly and a Poor Design

[Nicolaas]

Ikreh, you are really reaching for that one.

 

[John A. Mason]

"With all of those vehicles that you prefer over Subaru, why don't you get

one?"

Reading comprehension isn't your strong point, is it?
I was discussing a $30,000+ vehicle. I would never pay that much for a
Subie (or any vehicle). I was saying that there are a lot of other
vehicles that I would choose before I would consider a Tribeca. (a
hypothetical statement)
I paid $22,800 for my 05 OBW, and quite frankly, I don't think that I got
my money's worth.

Reading comprehension is actually a very strong suite of mine. However, I
sensed your dislike of Subaru, even though you posed it nicely. It's obvious
you are a dissatisfied Subaru owner. Sorry about that. Most of us here are
not. I don't see how someone could spend $22.8k on a vehicle they don't
like... why would you feel you didn't get your money's worth? Why would you
buy something you don't value? What has happened in your experience to sour
you on the vehicle?

 

[Nicolaas]

Well, unfortunately Subaru doesn't allow you to drive it for 30 days or so
before buying. Once I dished out the $22,800, it was mine. They are not like
Walmart, I can't bring it back with my receipt for a refund.
Things like the anti-freeze smell, transmission hesitation, poor gas
mileage, etc.. were things that didn't show up until I drove the OBW for a
few hundred miles.
I didn't know that this forum was just for Subie owners to pat themselves on
the back. I thought it was for ALL concerns regarding their Subaru.

 

[jabario]

They are not like
Walmart, I can't bring it back with my receipt for a refund.
Things like the anti-freeze smell, transmission hesitation, poor gas
mileage, etc.. were things that didn't show up until I drove the OBW
for a
few hundred miles. <<

Did you test drive it? Not the around the lot drive a good 30-45 min
drive. Any dealer that wont allow that you walk away from. All cars
have smells especially when new. Tranny issues? Bring it back for
repair!! Get a diesel if you want mpg. You looked at the label right?
After breakin with normal driving you will get that.
You may be one of the few that dont love their Outbacks. Most do. My
gripe with the 05 is the radio and bland design. Those are the only
reasons I won't buy another subaru. If they make the outback good
again I'll buy another in second

 

[Nicolaas]

The 05 OBW was the first Subie that I thought wasn't ugly or bland. It's the
only Subie that I liked.
I did test drive the vehicle for about 20-30 minutes throughout Providence,
RI. The car was warmed up, so the tranny was fine. I took the OBW back twice
for the antifreeze smell. They couldn't find the source of the problem. They
washed the engine, in case there was spillage.
I would never buy a diesel vehicle. The noise of the 4 cyl. OBW is loud
enough when I accelerate. Forget about a diesel.
btw, just came back from my accoutant's office. All hwy driving, I am
getting 21.6 mpg.

 

[John A. Mason]

The 05 OBW was the first Subie that I thought wasn't ugly or bland. It's

the only Subie that I liked.
I did test drive the vehicle for about 20-30 minutes throughout
Providence, RI. The car was warmed up, so the tranny was fine. I took the
OBW back twice for the antifreeze smell. They couldn't find the source of
the problem. They washed the engine, in case there was spillage.
I would never buy a diesel vehicle. The noise of the 4 cyl. OBW is loud
enough when I accelerate. Forget about a diesel.
btw, just came back from my accoutant's office. All hwy driving, I am
getting 21.6 mpg.

Nic,
Something is wrong with your car. I have an '02 VDC H-6 Sedan. I
consistently get 24-26 mpg in mixed city/rural driving. My car is smooth as
can be... it's not loud at all. Same for the transmission. There have been a
few 'bug' moments on a very cold morning for a few minutes, or a poor shift
from time to time (very rare)... but other than that, no problems. I'm sorry
you've had a bad experience. I would agree with another poster, that the
body design (including radio) are not strong points for me. I'm not sure if
I will buy another one again or not. I certainly will not buy a Tribeca. I
do love the technical engineering, reliability, and other features Subaru
offer, as you pointed out earlier.
John

 

[Nicolaas]

John, thank you for your 2 cents. I have my first oil change coming up in a
few weeks. I'll point out my concerns then.