psucaptainkickass Posted May 7, 2007 Share Posted May 7, 2007 I thought it was still Momo designed...but they just didn't put the words on it anymore? Nice write up! It wasn't too bad. It moved in and out as needed. However as I was driving my car today I noticed the leather wheel on my car has a lot better grip than the "leather" steering wheel on the '08. Also worth note, the '08 has ditched the "Momo" wheel for a generic leather one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NovaWolverine Posted May 7, 2007 Share Posted May 7, 2007 I thought it was still Momo designed...but they just didn't put the words on it anymore? Nice write up! You're right, I believe this is the case. The Spec. B momo wheel is slightly smaller in diameter and thinner, but the LGT wheel is still above average. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
godwhomismike Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 What about the seats make then kill the 05's? From what I've heard, the seats starting in MY07 were softer and more comfortable than the 05/06 seats. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
godwhomismike Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 kicks major styling butt, but could they align the mufflers atliitle better though??? One is really crooked inboard. :wub::eek: The exhaust is begging to be replaced by Megan Racing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
godwhomismike Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 These mamby-pamby wheels have got to go though... who the hell took sleeping pills right before they designed them? Boring!! I'm sure you could find an 05/06 owner more than willing to swap wheels. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pendragon Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 Not a fan of the grille, but I could deal with it. However, what I can't deal with is the complete shit job they did with the rear end treatment. The tail lights, and the rear bumper look like shit. And I also think the 05-06 rims look better than the 07-08's. Just my .02 EDIT--and what I am shocked about is the fact that the shift paddles are stationary. WTF? That's one of the dumbest things I've seen. Couldn't agree more, with everything you've said. The stationary shift paddles. . .? lame, even my '02 Lexus shifters were a part of the steering wheel that moved when the steering wheel moved. And what the F*CK is with this chrome SH*T here!!?!!? http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n212/c1pendragon/08_Subaro_legacy_rearlight_CAD_430.jpg It looks like this from the rear. . . a gay old Diamante. . . http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n212/c1pendragon/c447097a.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuckzul Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 I guess beauty is in the eyes of the beholder, but the 08 is just plain ugly to me. I get less of a feeling that the Legacy is a great bang for the buck with every passing year. Unless they can add serious horsepower to overcome the rising sticker price (and for nothing more than a few cosmetic changes), Subaru won't be getting my hard earned dough in the future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 I think the LGT Momo wheel is one of the best looking ones out there. Much better than a 4 spoke wheel. Not really a fan of wood trim either. What makes the 08 wheel have better grip? Is the leather perforated on the 08? Or is it just a different type of leather? Ill take that wheel. Dplacen has one in his '97. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmiller5 Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 Thanks SWP that was a nice review with good pics. Man, there sure is a love/hate relationship on lgt.com with the new body panels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beanboy Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 My wagon wants to hump an 08 sedan... At least get a hatchback for the Legacy line for 09. -B http://www.standardshift.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ari_OutbackWagon Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 Ewww, that huge nose mouth! From the pics, it also looks as nobody is going to be clearing those HLs because the amber appears to be melted/glued in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infamous1 Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 Looks to have lost some sportiness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psucaptainkickass Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 Looks to have lost some sportiness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ari_OutbackWagon Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 Looks to have lost some sportiness. http://files.samhart.net/humor/fail.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rabydanimal Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 I saw an '08 Spec B the other day. Really sharp looking car. I like the redesign a lot. Subaru did it right with the Legacy, much more so than another car in their line up... However, no more Subaru's for me until they make bring the STi Legacy for Forrester (or both) to the US. Stop half-assing us SOA! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard B. Posted May 9, 2007 Share Posted May 9, 2007 I guess beauty is in the eyes of the beholder, but the 08 is just plain ugly to me. I get less of a feeling that the Legacy is a great bang for the buck with every passing year. Unless they can add serious horsepower to overcome the rising sticker price (and for nothing more than a few cosmetic changes), Subaru won't be getting my hard earned dough in the future. you do know the 07 was a hair cheaper than the 06 right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diamondgraymetallic21 Posted May 9, 2007 Share Posted May 9, 2007 As I've stated in other 08' posts, two thumbs down for the 08' for me, seen pictures and seen it in person, could never bring myself to buy it, once again, I'm extremely happy I decided to buy in 07', not 08' or I'd have purchased a different brand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WraithAkaMrak Posted May 9, 2007 Share Posted May 9, 2007 That said below I'll be posting the options, cost and out the door cost. The one I looked at that most likely I would be ordering in a Silver/Black leather would be right around $33k with all the options I want. I'll probably pay around $26k or lower depending on where I get it from. That being the case though, allotments are slow to come in as they are pretty new. I hope this question isn't too far off-topic, but... Isn't selling a Legacy that stickers for $33k (invoice around $30k+) for $26k (assuming pre-TTL) a money-losing transaction for the dealership? If I could arrive at that price, I'd be quite tempted to buy one (GT auto w/ Nav+VDC). But being the novice car buyer that I am, I don't understand how you can get a price like that thousands below invoice, even considering holdback. Or is there some other non-negotiation-related discount you didn't mention (Subaru bucks, employee/family discount of some kind, etc.) that's involved in that price? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard B. Posted May 9, 2007 Share Posted May 9, 2007 I hope this question isn't too far off-topic, but... Isn't selling a Legacy that stickers for $33k (invoice around $30k+) for $26k (assuming pre-TTL) a money-losing transaction for the dealership? If I could arrive at that price, I'd be quite tempted to buy one (GT auto w/ Nav+VDC). But being the novice car buyer that I am, I don't understand how you can get a price like that thousands below invoice, even considering holdback. Or is there some other non-negotiation-related discount you didn't mention (Subaru bucks, employee/family discount of some kind, etc.) that's involved in that price? alot of people on forums have a habit of talking out of their ass. they seem to think it's funny or cool. the only ways a car will be that reduced...it's a pos that nobody wants, dealer demo, last gen and need to clear out, or used. i promise you man. no one will scan a purchased 08 with that price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WraithAkaMrak Posted May 9, 2007 Share Posted May 9, 2007 alot of people on forums have a habit of talking out of their ass.I know that's always a possibility on any forum. I just wanted to hear the OP's rationale for that price point, rather than flame him for something like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STi Boy Posted May 9, 2007 Share Posted May 9, 2007 awesome write up..makes me wanna trade my 06 in!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08specB Posted May 9, 2007 Share Posted May 9, 2007 Hi All, new to the Forum, and that is due to my recent purchase of my 08 Legacy spec B. I fell in love with the 2.5 GT and it drove VERY nice, but ended up getting the spec B when I discovered that my dealer had one in stock, and in bright silver too!! This car is just spectacular!! I love everything about it too. The ride, the speed, the looks, the sporty feel, it is just incredible. They finally did away with the Blue Alcantera cloth seat inserts and it is now a black/dark grey insert, looks much cleaner IMO. I have not seen the '05 gage cluster so I can't comment on its looks, but I like the new style. Very easy to see in bright daylight with the sun roof retracted, and at night as well. The AC controls are still separate for the passenger and driver and the over all feel and placement of all the controls is very intuitive too. Well, I look forward to enjoying this forum, and sharing my 2 cents worth of opinions/knowledge. If I had something important to say, I wouldn't tell you anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08specB Posted May 9, 2007 Share Posted May 9, 2007 Thanks! If I had something important to say, I wouldn't tell you anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psucaptainkickass Posted May 9, 2007 Share Posted May 9, 2007 Don't hang out here too much....else your wallet will suffer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08specB Posted May 9, 2007 Share Posted May 9, 2007 Yea, I know that feeling well!! Lucky for me, I have a car payment to keep that in line, a bit... If I had something important to say, I wouldn't tell you anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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