2009 Legacy GT

[ej25_TS]

Does anyone know when the 2009's will be released?

 

I plan on selling my impreza and picking up a 2008 this spring. If the 09 are released in the summer I'll just wait for them.

 

thanks

[Guest Gitster]

I'm assuming the 08s and 09s will be identical due to the recent refresh for the 08s. You will probably get a better price on an 08.

[PhillyWilly]

guessing they will come out similiar to last year....july-ish

[Bbc84]

guessing they will come out similiar to last year....july-ish

 

 

I belive the 08' got released around end of April didnt they?

[JoeFromPA]

In all seriousness, I'm hoping that, if 09 is the last MY of the current LGT, that Subaru offers some upgrades to it for a last-year model.

 

Such as putting the 6-spd in the LGT and not just the Spec.B....tuning the engine a little bit more (at least in the Spec.B.)...adding xenon headlights or making them an option. Doing something unique with the looks. Etc.

 

Otherwise, for me, I totally agree...08 all the way.

 

Of course, the 08 is the best model year so far

 

*puts on kevlar bodysuit wrapped in fire-retardant ceramic*

 

Joe

[Guest Gitster]

Theres little to no way that will happen. The xenons and 6 speed.

 

That means they would have to change their manufacturing operation and purchase a lot more 6 speeds. It just cant be part of their forecast.

[Bbc84]

Theres little to no way that will happen. The xenons and 6 speed.

 

That means they would have to change their manufacturing operation and purchase a lot more 6 speeds. It just cant be part of their forecast.

 

 

^+1

 

One thing i do think the 09' Legcay will get is probably that ipod integration headunit. because the new wrx has that. Where you can control your ipod with the steering wheel radio controls.

 

Also since the 08' had a few signifigant changes already, I doubt they would invest more on the production of a last year model.

[JoeFromPA]

Well, alot of manufacturers do special last model year things. But that's a fair point.

 

From what I see about HID kits on here, it seems like they could mount a ballast and use a new bulb and be 90% there.

 

As for 6-speed production...definitely a good point. However, if they intend to use the 6-speed in their future models, they could up production now. But you are right, pretty unlikely to happen.

 

Joe

[godwhomismike]

I'm assuming the 08s and 09s will be identical due to the recent refresh for the 08s. You will probably get a better price on an 08.

 

+1. The Forester is getting redesigned for 2009. I highly doubt we will see any changes on the Legacy for the 2009 model year.

 

2009 Forester XT (JDM model):

 

http://i15.tinypic.com/834yjhf.jpg

[Bbc84]

Well, alot of manufacturers do special last model year things. But that's a fair point.

 

From what I see about HID kits on here, it seems like they could mount a ballast and use a new bulb and be 90% there.

 

As for 6-speed production...definitely a good point. However, if they intend to use the 6-speed in their future models, they could up production now. But you are right, pretty unlikely to happen.

 

Joe

 

 

I dont think the HID will happen, because even if they can mount and get bulbs, they will need to get a projector redesigned specifically for HID, and also get it DOT approved. all of that would take extra money, and I personally wouldnt waste that money on a car for the last year, that wouldnt reuse the headlight.

[Jack ffr1846]

Wow!

 

If the Legacy gets the Tribeca/Chrysler front end, I'm going to be really, really, really happy that I go an 08.

 

jack

[SLegacy99]

Probably get some 40th anniversery edition badging and rebate.

[JOE_1985]

Of course, the 08 is the best model year so far

 

*puts on kevlar bodysuit wrapped in fire-retardant ceramic*

 

goes to get the napalm, and programs the heat seaking missiles

[PhillyWilly]

I belive the 08' got released around end of April didnt they?

 

2.5i were out in April but gt's weren't available until June/July in my area. (philly)

[PhilT]

Such as putting the 6-spd in the LGT and not just the Spec.B....tuning the engine a little bit more (at least in the Spec.B.)...adding xenon headlights or making them an option. Doing something unique with the looks. Etc.

 

Joe

 

They put the age old 4EAT in the new Impreza line up, that says it all...........

[zhabodav]

I just hope it doesnt get the new interior that is going in every car. Yeah its good looking, but the legacy interior is more elegant.

[Richard B.]

for 2009 wait till the acura tsx awd turbo to come out. the standard features, options, reliability, service, etc will make subaru look like a kia.

 

 

thats right i said it. i said what ll of you are thinking.

 

brand loyalty imo is for morons. why want something from a maker that doesnt care what you want? i think subaru is retarded and will let the tsx beat its ass in every catagory.

 

tangen...but most of you complain about the lack of features but then brag about how cheap you got the demo. the acura will be more costly but at least you dont have to wait 8 years for hid.

 

will i jump ship?...without hesitation.

 

my opinion...

[psucaptainkickass]

^ I like how you are comparing cars that aren't even out yet.

In addition, you are comparing a complete redesign to a model that has evolved since 2005.

How does the completely redesigned 2009 Acura TSX compare with the completely redesigned 2010 Subaru Legacy GT? Do you have an advance copy of Motor Trend from 2010 maybe?

[Jacks GT]

for 2009 wait till the acura tsx awd turbo to come out. the standard features, options, reliability, service, etc will make subaru look like a kia.

 

 

thats right i said it. i said what ll of you are thinking.

 

brand loyalty imo is for morons. why want something from a maker that doesnt care what you want? i think subaru is retarded and will let the tsx beat its ass in every catagory.

 

tangen...but most of you complain about the lack of features but then brag about how cheap you got the demo. the acura will be more costly but at least you dont have to wait 8 years for hid.

 

will i jump ship?...without hesitation.

 

my opinion...

What a stupid thing to say. I expect that subaru will step up there game in 2010 after hearing what people have said about the new tribeca, impreza and even forester, i wouldnt be surprised to see something that can run with rs4's stock.

What is your problem with subaru? They are quick, safe, extremely reliable, versatile, great performance in all weather and overall great cars. The problem you should have is with SOA they are the ones that couldnt give a shit not subaru.

[Bbc84]

yea I noticed that when browsing through the subaru global site, they got all these extras we dont get here. 08's over there have HID with pop out washers, hi low lock for wagons to go offroading, more stereo options, and exterior accessories as well.

[flakeyblakee]

I picked up my 08 legacy in May of this year so I would start looking around then. The 2009 Legacy will be an anniversary edition (40th) so they might have differnt colors and options like on other anniversary edtions.

[SLegacy99]

thats right i said it. i said what ll of you are thinking.

 

Alot of people have already said this....many, many times.

[Guest]

Should we see next gen Legacy in JDM in mid-2008? Current gen. was released in Japan in May 2003, so it would be about time.

 

OTOH, FHI has been busy releasing new cars - Impreza, now Forester, so maybe they will lengthen cycle for current Legacy iteration?

[twisted]

the legacy will get fuglyfied ....very soon....its inevitable

someone photochop the new foreseter grille so we can get a taste of things to come

[Bbc84]

its gonna look like the new wrx i bet