Lafta Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Hey gang. Help me out, please? My ride... An 05 non-limited, 5mt, LGT wagon that is serving me unbelievably well! I'm at 64k miles with nary an issue but for a fuel injector (which I have since taken care of). I've kept up with all maintenance including the recent 60k. Oil changes faithfully every 3700 miles. However, my car needs a heck of a lot of work both now and in the not too distant future. You know, the usual suspects plus perhaps a few preventative pieces including turbo, clutch, intercooler or, or, or. Add to everything, I now need tires and brakes. I bought the car already modded. The previous owner babied it, and so do I. 94 octance only. Rare drives less than 30 minutes in duration. No launches....ever! A few mods---AccessPort, Stg. II, rear sway, engine mounted sway bar, catted down +up, plus a few other goodies incl. sunroof, ipod jack, tinted windows. My question? Do I trade up to something else, or get it it all done? I'm really liking this...http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/va...153823322.html Lol, I know...pa-lenty of expensive headaches. Maybe buddy has kept up on it, maintenance-wise. But I would appreciate comments on it all the same. I quite enjoy my own car, don't get me wrong. It didn't even have the dashboard rattle! Presently no clutch slip, nor cracked intercooler corners. Turbo? Fine! Oil consumption? Pretty mellow. I dunno. Reading the many threads re failed turbos and early clutch wear (amongst others) has me a bit spooked. One big issue....I'm not too versed in the mechanics of my car, so that means I have others do all of the work. But I'm learning. Anyway. Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Motion Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 You've got yourself an low mileage rare 5mt wagon! Keep it. Intercooler don't really go bad, unless you put alot of boost Brake pads are dirt cheap Your "entire worry" can be done for about $3k or so. Plus, if you get the BNR 16G, I'm pretty sure you'll love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmorris6689 Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 audi's are pretty expensive on maintenance compared to a subaru aswell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClimberDHexMods Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 audi's are pretty expensive on maintenance compared to a subaru aswell +1. I've had brief affairs with two Audis, and both put "Subaru Problems" into perspective. You wouldn't believe the crap that would go wrong with those cars, or the cost to fix them. S4 isn't a big upgrade to a decently-modified Subaru, though Audi-fans will disagree. [CENTER][B][I] Front Limited Slip Racing Differentials for the 5EAT now available for $1895 shipped, please inquire for details! [/I][/B][/CENTER] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAC5.2 Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 So you are going to get rid of a Subaru with 65k miles to buy an Audi with 45k miles? And you'll probably have to put up $20k in cash! I think you should go see a doctor... [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEE-OTTO Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 I would just shell out to get the car up to maintenance PAR and continue enjoying life LGT Wagons are sex and rare. And just think of all the ricers that will test you at the light and get raped Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rao Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 I dunno. Reading the many threads re failed turbos and early clutch wear (amongst others) has me a bit spooked. And the biggy? I'm not too versed in the mechanics of my car, so that means I have mechanics do all of the work. But I'm learning. Anyway. Thanks in advance! As you have read, Subarus are notorious for being built out of poor quality materials and having lots of mechanical problems. Rob IF YOU CARE ABOUT YOUR CAR YOU SHOULD NEVER DRIVE IT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GotTurboWut Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 All that "work" is mostly preventative maintenance...comes with owning a vehicle. If you've already done the 60K service, you're good until 90K, then 100-105K for belts. The turbo and ic will be fine...unless you drive it hard on a daily basis. What kind of boost you hitting on a daily basis? Keep it uHonestly, unless you got large amounts of expendable income, I'd stick with the lgt wagon... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustangendsley Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 All the things that you say you need to replace are much cheaper than a new car!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!. Keep it and get them changed out over time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lafta Posted January 28, 2011 Author Share Posted January 28, 2011 Thanks everyone. Much appreciated. I'm leaning toward gettin' it all done (the maintenance) , learning more about the car......and driving it! Thanks, rao. Duly noted! Lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madjik_Man Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 You've got a rare and sweet ride. Keep it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ragman Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 My vote is for maintaining your LGT Wagon. Sounds like all you only really need right now are brakes and tires. Used Audis have really low resale values after they hit 100k. If can afford to maintain a used Audi, you can afford payments on a new one. The LGT is faster than an A4, but a stock A4s does handle better. An Audi dealer charges $1200 to replace an alternator. My vote is for maintaining your LGT Wagon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LosAngelesLGT Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 If OP is serious he has more money than brains. 'nuff said. (unneeded low-ish mile turbo replacement, unneeded clutch change, etc...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yamarocket630 Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 To put things in perspective, my 2005 LGT is still on the stock clutch and turbo. The only "repair" is has ever required was a tensioner bearing for the a/c belt and rear shocks. Everything else the car has ever had was maintenance or due to my own stupidity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TLO03 Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 I only had my legacy for a short time. I researched both vehicles. And mod wise they are costly as well, turbo upgrade 6k. A well know audi tuner told me you will spend $3k every 15k-20k mi. At that point i had heard enough. A modded subaru is daddy's little girl. A audi is a full blown super model.. expect 15 mpg on a good tank in a s4. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underpowerd Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 ...A modded subaru is daddy's little girl. A audi is a full blown super model... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Doc Posted January 30, 2011 Share Posted January 30, 2011 Of course, we'll look forward to seeing this at the next Vancouver meet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boymk123 Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 audi quattro is lame, and so is the engine. Oh, and did anyone mention about the maintenance price yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnAWD Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 Time for a bimmer?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcatz Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 blah blah blah It didn't even have the dashboard rattle! blah blah blah I hate you Welcome to the site! lol I say keep it and do the maintenance and keep a happy car -Travis Rob (rao) you're a fine gentleman, thanks I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gessvt Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 My ride... An 05 non-limited, 5mt, LGT wagon that is serving me unbelievably well! I'm at 64k miles with nary an issue but for a fuel injector (which I have since taken care of). I just *bought* a LGT 5MT wagon with 65K on the odo, and plan on keeping it for at least 4 years. Where's the love?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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