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Shed a tear with me - Kermit's for sale.
This car was My Classic Car dot coms 'Featured Car of the Month' in June or July of 2002 or 2003. That was a long time ago. <<sigh>>
Kermit now has 188xxx miles and has only once stranded us, and only for a very short time (rear transmission seal replaced in Steamboat Springs, CO). The original transmission shifts flawlessly. The power steering doesn't leak, and never has. It's a spirited performer - always has been. The road has taken some small tolls, though. It's got a worn through spot at the left hip on the drivers seat. The rest of the interior could be classified as 'hardly used' (not 'used hardly'). The original radio's gone - replaced with a Sony AM/FM cassette, and a 10 CD changer in the trunk. The paint on the hood is pretty much see-through, but no rust. It'll leave a drop or two of oil on the driveway, but doesn't burn any. It has the typical poke-it-til-it-comes-on cruise control switch. The front axles have been replaced once, not so long ago, and the rear bearings were replaced a little earlier than that. Neither make any noise or show any signs of wear today. The bushings are dry enough to make a little (very little) shake in a hard right turn. The tires appear to still be within the first half of life, with no unusual wear patterns detectable. It'll come with reams and reams of maintenance paperwork. Yesterday, we purchased an '02 Ootbek MrBean with 47 grand on it, which will serve as a better (though nowhere near as fun) commuter/carpooler. Make an offer. Bluebook sez $3400, but we'll take a little less from an enthusiast. Steve & Sharon Wasion Southern Illinois on the Wabash
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Steve '95 Polo Green SVX L AWD, 188K - "Kermit" (Gone, but not forgotten) '02 Outback LLBean, 56K '02 Black Sapphire Volvo V40, 133K - "Shadowfax" '06 Triumph Tiger, 19K '99 Suzuki DR350SE, 8.5K - "Geezer Killer" <*}}}}>< ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ><{{{{*> Last edited by wasions; 10-25-2006 at 02:47 PM. |
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NOOOOoooo!!! Don't do it
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That's a sad thing to read, Steve, but I can't blame you. All good things must come to an end...
My wife and I recently bought an '05 Outback and we love it. I hope yours serves you well. Don't be a stranger.
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I hate to hear you're selling Steve, but best of luck to you, and yes, don't be a stranger.
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I too hate to hear the news. I also have an ootback (98) and love it for hauling stuff I need to. If it sells, visit us once in a while. I am sure I can speak for others here by saying we will miss you and Kermit. Good luck.
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. Earl .... ... .... ><SVX(*> Subaru Ambassador [COLOR=”silver”]1992 Tri Color L[/COLOR] ~45K (06/91) #2430 1992 Dark Teal LS-L ~184K (05/91) #0739 1992 Claret LS-L ~196K (05/91) #0831 1992 Pearl LS-L ~103K (06/91) #1680 1992 Pearl LS-L ~151K (06/91) #2229 1992 Dark Teal LS ~150K (07/91) #3098 (parts car) 1992 White LS-L ~139K (08/92) #6913 1993 25th AE ~98K (02/93) #164 1993 25th AE ~58K (02/93) #176 1993 25th AE ~107K (02/93) #215 1993 25th AE ~162K (02/93) #223 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~124K (1/94) #2408 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~144K (10/93) #1484 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~68K (10/93) #1525 1994 Barcelona Red LSi ~46K (02/94) #2624 1994 Pearl LSi ~41K (12/93) #1961 1995 Bordeaux Pearl LSi ~70K (02/95) #855 1996 Polo Green LSi ~95K (03/96) #872 1997 Bordeaux Pearl LSi ~55K (08/96) #097 2003 Brilliant Red LS1 Convertible ~29K (04/03) #8951 1999 Magnetic Red LS1 Coupe ~33K (04/99) #6420 My Email | Old Locker | New Locker | Picture of 15 of the 19 |
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Just a 'bump'.
Still available.
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Steve '95 Polo Green SVX L AWD, 188K - "Kermit" (Gone, but not forgotten) '02 Outback LLBean, 56K '02 Black Sapphire Volvo V40, 133K - "Shadowfax" '06 Triumph Tiger, 19K '99 Suzuki DR350SE, 8.5K - "Geezer Killer" <*}}}}>< ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ><{{{{*> |
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I just went back to my classis car dot coms archives but they only go back to 2003 but I couldnt find it. Can you help me find it? Is it still for sale?
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Life begins around 70 MPH and stops when you dont see the flashing blue lights anymore! Scott & Audrey's Subaru SVX's 1995 Green 1992 Black |
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Last time I checked, I could no longer find it either. I guess you'll have to take my word on that one. <<sigh>>
You could ask Aredub, or Nicky Pockets. I think they've seen it there. Here's a link to the picture that was on the site. http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/wasions/309.jpg That was cute - the picture has the day/time, but not the year. It's been awhile. This link is to the rest of my photos. There are a couple of better shots in there. http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/user.php?wasions Actually, this is the only place I've advertised the car. I'd rather it went to a knowledgable enthusiast, than to some kid with money (my apologies to all the kids with money out there). Yes, it's still for sale. Offer?
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Steve '95 Polo Green SVX L AWD, 188K - "Kermit" (Gone, but not forgotten) '02 Outback LLBean, 56K '02 Black Sapphire Volvo V40, 133K - "Shadowfax" '06 Triumph Tiger, 19K '99 Suzuki DR350SE, 8.5K - "Geezer Killer" <*}}}}>< ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ><{{{{*> |
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I've only just seen this [you "bumped" it ], and I am sorry to see you parting with your car. You've been a long time companion on here, no pun intended with the phrase. I hope you get a good price and Kermit goes to a caring home. Like the others say above, don't be a stranger, stay in touch here. Joe [I had a Legacy TT Estate, I still miss it. Well, except for the fuel consumption ]
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Life begins around 70 MPH and stops when you dont see the flashing blue lights anymore! Scott & Audrey's Subaru SVX's 1995 Green 1992 Black |
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I just looked at your pics, MUCH prettier paint then mine. I was expecting a "kermit" colored car though!
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Life begins around 70 MPH and stops when you dont see the flashing blue lights anymore! Scott & Audrey's Subaru SVX's 1995 Green 1992 Black |
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If yours is a '95, and the paint's original, they're probably the same color. The teals (different year) were a little lighter and sort of candy colored. My paint has deteriorated greatly since those pic were taken.
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Steve '95 Polo Green SVX L AWD, 188K - "Kermit" (Gone, but not forgotten) '02 Outback LLBean, 56K '02 Black Sapphire Volvo V40, 133K - "Shadowfax" '06 Triumph Tiger, 19K '99 Suzuki DR350SE, 8.5K - "Geezer Killer" <*}}}}>< ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ><{{{{*> |
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I hope this goes to someone who can appreciate it. The polo green is lighter than the teal, and I like it better than the teal.
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. Earl .... ... .... ><SVX(*> Subaru Ambassador [COLOR=”silver”]1992 Tri Color L[/COLOR] ~45K (06/91) #2430 1992 Dark Teal LS-L ~184K (05/91) #0739 1992 Claret LS-L ~196K (05/91) #0831 1992 Pearl LS-L ~103K (06/91) #1680 1992 Pearl LS-L ~151K (06/91) #2229 1992 Dark Teal LS ~150K (07/91) #3098 (parts car) 1992 White LS-L ~139K (08/92) #6913 1993 25th AE ~98K (02/93) #164 1993 25th AE ~58K (02/93) #176 1993 25th AE ~107K (02/93) #215 1993 25th AE ~162K (02/93) #223 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~124K (1/94) #2408 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~144K (10/93) #1484 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~68K (10/93) #1525 1994 Barcelona Red LSi ~46K (02/94) #2624 1994 Pearl LSi ~41K (12/93) #1961 1995 Bordeaux Pearl LSi ~70K (02/95) #855 1996 Polo Green LSi ~95K (03/96) #872 1997 Bordeaux Pearl LSi ~55K (08/96) #097 2003 Brilliant Red LS1 Convertible ~29K (04/03) #8951 1999 Magnetic Red LS1 Coupe ~33K (04/99) #6420 My Email | Old Locker | New Locker | Picture of 15 of the 19 |
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PS> Where are you guys getting the SVX lights from? As in the one in your avatar Earl. I want one in my garage.
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Life begins around 70 MPH and stops when you dont see the flashing blue lights anymore! Scott & Audrey's Subaru SVX's 1995 Green 1992 Black |
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Audrey,
The one in Earl's avatar is the same one that appears in my locker. To my knowledge, only one has ever been created - though I'm sure we'd all like to have a copy! That one was at the 10th meet in Lafayette (sorry - I forgot who it's creator was), and was awesome to behold!
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Steve '95 Polo Green SVX L AWD, 188K - "Kermit" (Gone, but not forgotten) '02 Outback LLBean, 56K '02 Black Sapphire Volvo V40, 133K - "Shadowfax" '06 Triumph Tiger, 19K '99 Suzuki DR350SE, 8.5K - "Geezer Killer" <*}}}}>< ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ><{{{{*> |
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