95 - 97 SVX Wanted

[elemgee]

Don't know why I cant get these out of my system. This will be my fourth, and I realize the chances of finding what I want are slim and none. Still, here's what I'm looking for:

1995-1997 SVX
LSi model
Green, tan leather interior
(will accept white if they came with a tan leather interior)
Less than 80K miles
As great a condition as possible - zero rust, interior and exterior in great condition, driven by an adult.

Please stop laughing.

I'll arrange shipping.

Thanks.

Larry

(email me at elemgee21043@gmail.com)

[ensteele]

And where are you located other than the US? And what are you interested in paying for this SVX? Any color preference? Are you willing to travel, or how far away are you willing to purchase?

These are a few questions that come to mind if I try to help you find one. Thanks :)

PS Pearl White only came in dark gray or some would call it black. No beige interior on these.

[dbarnblatt]

Also, 1994 was the last year for Pearl White.

[1986nate]

Pearl white was also phased out early in 94 MY

[Huskymaniac]

Don't know why I cant get these out of my system. This will be my fourth, and I realize the chances of finding what I want are slim and none. Still, here's what I'm looking for:

1995-1997 SVX
LSi model
Green, tan leather interior
(will accept white if they came with a tan leather interior)
Less than 80K miles
As great a condition as possible - zero rust, interior and exterior in great condition, driven by an adult.

Please stop laughing.

I'll arrange shipping.

Thanks.

Larry

(email me at elemgee21043@gmail.com)

I have just about what you are looking for but 90K. I doubt you are willing to pay what I would need for it though. I paid $5K and have put at least $1k into fixing the little issues/needs (A/C o-rings and recharge, O2 sensors, coolant sensor, both rear wheel bearings, PCV, valve cover gaskets, engine block heater and replacing all fluids with high end products).

The biggest laugh about what you said was the "driven by an adult" part. I'm not sure there are many adults on this forum that drive their cars like adults. I have heard people claim that there is nothing fundamentally wrong with the transmission and it has worked well in other cars. I have heard the main issue was the radiator filter and that any car post-94 with all of the modifications should be problem free. And, yet, there are people (lots of them) with 95s, 96s and 97s that have had to replace or rebuild their trannys. Either people are abusing them or the claim that the newer models are fine is flat out wrong. For every "theory" I have heard on the problems with these cars, I have heard another "car expert" say it is a load of crap. I suppose the one item everyone has agreed on is that the radiator filter was a bad thing that needs to be resolved on cars which have it. But, clearly, that isn't the only problem with either man or machine.

[Sean486]

You should be able to find that, the biggest issue being the low miles.

[svxcess]

I agree with Sean on the mileage issue. More importantly than the number of miles is under what conditions the mileage accrued.

I would rather have a car with 100,000 miles of highway or long-distance driving than one with 60,000 of short distance stop-and-go. The same with maintenance history and quality of repairs and parts.

I know you would love my 134,000 "Pristine Green Polo Machine", but not the agreed value of $11,500 that I recently negotiated with Leland-West for a collector car insurance policy.

I had to jump through a lot of hoops, meet a lot of requirements and restrictions, and provide a lot of documentation to get it.

I am sure you can find what you want at a price far below that. Find a solid, rust-free body and good maintenance record and concentrate less on the low mileage.


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[shelfy]

I know you would love my 134,000 "Pristine Green Polo Machine", but not the agreed value of $11,500 that I recently negotiated with Leland-West for a collector car insurance policy..

here's something i need to add to my to-do list.

[Conn SVX]

Got mine with 124,00. Everything's works as new. Interior is a 8 on a scale of 1-10. Body is a 7.5. ,could be a 9 with a little work, may get to it this summer. Would be peeeeerfect if it had auto start, but I am afraid to ruin something ( door locks or alarm) if I instal it.

[Sean486]

Would be peeeeerfect if it had auto start, but I am afraid to ruin something ( door locks or alarm) if I instal it.

I didn't think you could get an auto start with a manual transmission.

[Chuckls]

I didn't think you could get an auto start with a manual transmission.

Incorrect.

[Green1995SVX]

I didn't think you could get an auto start with a manual transmission.

You can, but it's a very bad idea. Our local volvo dealership just had a mishap where one of the technicians couldn't find a car in the parking lot, so he started hitting all of the buttons on the remote to try and sound the panic alarm. As it turns out it was a stick with a remote starter, and it was left in gear with the brake off. The car took off across the parking lot, and out into the street where it caused a 3 car accident.

[steamer99]

Wow, somebody did not install it correctly,:eek: remote starts on manuals are supposed to be interlocked so that can not happen. usually both neutral switch and parking brake switch. :bash:

[elemgee]

Read my request. The color I want is Green. I said I'll arrange shipping, so my location doesnt really matter. And the price would be negotiated.



And where are you located other than the US? And what are you interested in paying for this SVX? Any color preference? Are you willing to travel, or how far away are you willing to purchase?

These are a few questions that come to mind if I try to help you find one. Thanks :)

PS Pearl White only came in dark gray or some would call it black. No beige interior on these.

[svxcess]

Read my request. The color I want is Green. I said I'll arrange shipping, so my location doesn't really matter. And the price would be negotiated.

Be aware that between 1995 and 1997, there were two different greens

One is Emerald Green (434) and one is Polo Green Pearl (517)

When color 434 came out in 1994, it was called Emerald Pearl and stayed that way for the entire model year. It is a much darker green.

When the 1995 production began, they carried over the same color (434) and the same name (Emerald Pearl). Sometime during the 1995 run, the name was changed to Polo Green Pearl (although the color 434 remained exactly the same when it was introduced in 1994)

So some early production 1995 cars were called Emerald Pearl and some later 1995 cars were Polo Green, but they all were the same color, paint code 434

During the final months of 1995 production they introduced a new brighter green (517). They decided to keep the name Polo Green Pearl for this new color and it remained so throughout 1996 and 1997.


1994: Emerald Pearl (434)

1995: Emerald Pearl (434) name changed to Polo Green in mid 1995, but still the same color (434). Late 95 color change to the new brighter Polo Green 517

1996: Polo Green (517) the new brighter green color, but with the same Polo Green name as in late 1995.

1997: Polo Green (517)



Great photos of the 95 Emerald Pearl can be found HERE (http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/user.php?fine_lady|28849)

If you like the brighter green, stay with the 96-97 Polo. Better chance of low mileage also



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[1986nate]

John, I"ve seen both emerald and polo 95's. They are not the same color or paint code

[Green1995SVX]

Be aware that between 1995 and 1997, there were two different greens

The two colors are not the same. One is 434 and one is 517

When color 434 came out in 1994, it was called Emerald Pearl and stayed that way for the entire model year. It is a much darker green.

When the 1995 production began, they carried over the same color (434) and the same name (Emerald Pearl). Sometime during the 1995 run, the name was changed to Polo Green Pearl (although the color remained exactly the same when it was introduced in 1994)

So some early production 1995 cars were called Emerald Pearl and some later 1995 cars were Polo Green, but they all were the same color, paint code 434

Beginning in 1996, they introduced a new brighter green (517). They decided to keep the name Polo Green Pearl for this new color and it remained so throughout 1996 and 1997.


1994: Emerald Pearl (434)

1995: Emerald Pearl (434) name changed to Polo Green in late 1995, but still the same color (434)

1996: Polo Green (517) a new brighter green color, but with the same Polo Green name as in late 1995.

1997: Polo Green (517)



Great photos of the 95 Emerald Pearl can be found HERE (http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/user.php?fine_lady|28849)

If you like the brighter green, stay with the 96-97 Polo. Better chance of low mileage also



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John, your description of the green colors in 1995 is incorrect. There are two different paint codes, and the colors are two completely different colors. Half way through 1995, the color itself changed. Having owned an Emerald 95, I took the time to research this and look at several green 95 SVXs to verify this.

[Green1995SVX]

Proof.

http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/SVXer95/17942.JPG

[svxcess]

John, I"ve seen both emerald and polo 95's. They are not the same color or paint code


I have seen a 1995 window sticker that said Polo Green Pearl on it, but the color was the Emerald Green color.

As Mike also said, I have also seen a late 1995 with Polo Green Pearl on the sticker and the new 517 color


So the odd year was only in 1995.

It started with the Emerald green color carryover from 1994

Then they changed only the name of that color to Polo Green Pearl (for marketing purposes I presume.)

Later that year, they changed the color to match the new name


For the first half of 1995, there were two names (Emerald and Polo) for the same color. Later that year they changed the color and only Polo was left, until the end of production.

[Conn SVX]

Almost new S V X are getting harder to find. A hint at if you are willing to spend between $7, 000 and $10,000 would help get some motivation. What you want is in that price range. Weare talking 17 year old cars. Garage Queens are usually kept low miles but few wish to part with them.
And yes remote start is not a problem . Only big draw back is the clutch safety switch must be bypassed. Also I am afraid of messing with a alarm / keyless entry system that is working perfectly.

[svxcess]

Comparisons between the two colors of green offered between 1994-1997

The top color is Emerald Green (code 434 for 1994 and early 1995, and code 517 later that same year.

The bottom color is Polo Green Pearl (always known as 517) 1996-1997

http://www.subaru-svx.net/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=15942&stc=1&d=1327262777



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[ARED 97]

:confused: I am considering selling a couple in the spring and offered the "Green Queen" at 15 K but he said too expensive. :eek: Won't sell it for any less!!!! I've already promised " Rocket II " to another network member if I do decide to thin the herd. With only 1 driver now I am having trouble keeping 5 cars on the road although the above 2 are in warm winter slumber right now. ;)

[SVXMAN2001]

Depending on when the pic of the emerald green svx was taken, it may not be the best representation of a "true" emerald. That particular car had a complete repaint. I'd be very curious to know where that car is now.

[Green1995SVX]

Depending on when the pic of the emerald green svx was taken, it may not be the best representation of a "true" emerald. That particular car had a complete repaint. I'd be very curious to know where that car is now.

Yes. It was a complete repaint, and the repaint came out a lot "bluer" than it was before. Earthworm's dad owns the car. It is wrecked and off the road.

[SVXMAN2001]

aw man that sucks. I had such fond memories of driving that car to and back from the 10th Anniversary meet. I remember driving it for 8 + hrs and not getting tired of it!

[1986nate]

Comparisons between the two colors of green offered between 1994-1997

The top color is Emerald Green (code 434 for 1994 and early 1995, and code 517 later that same year.

The bottom color is Polo Green Pearl (always known as 517) 1996-1997

http://www.subaru-svx.net/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=15942&stc=1&d=1327262777



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I will get pictures of the car and the VIN plate that I have that is a 95 polo, and is the true polo color, and not emerald...

[elemgee]

I like both greens (maybe the polo green a little bit more). Neither is a deal breaker. I think the greens with the tan leather interior is a great combination.



I will get pictures of the car and the VIN plate that I have that is a 95 polo, and is the true polo color, and not emerald...

[SVX92-97]

There is 95 Lsi Laguna Blue in Maryland at a dealer with only 70k miles in pristine condition. $9200 :eek: