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I think I fell in love... but I need some advice, haha
Ok, so today I test drove a 92 White LS-L for fun and to see what they are like. Holy CRAP, I can't stop thinking about it. It was so fun and it does really well driving up in the mountains. So here are my questions (again)...
1. How hard are they to maintain? 2. What is a good price for one? (see below for what I am looking for) 3. What should I look for when I'm about to buy? 4. How hard are they to mod with aftermarket parts? 5. What is the wheel offset? It's different from all the other Subaru's right? 6. What are your personal opinions about the SVX in general? 7. Why are many people telling me to stay away from the SVX? BTW, here is what I'm thinking at the current moment. I would want either a 92 LS-L in Mica Black, Pearl (?) White or whatever year the Laguna Blue came out in Mods-wise... 5-speed conversion or shift kit; upgraded brakes; eventually a turbo kit; upgraded suspension; weight reduction; intake; chip; exhaust; wheels However, as of right now, I can't purchase a SVX til 1. I go to court for a "No left turn" ticket and see if I keep my license 2. I get rich...er. I'm broke right now... 3. Pay off my Impreza and then sell it. I think I'm looking to buy right around the end of summer. Thanx! Korean
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Aftermarket parts are limited. If you search this fourm you will find some.
It would be best to have some one that knows SVX look the car over. Wheel offset is 55, but the bolt patarn is different then most other subaru's. The Laguna Blue color was only used in 1994 and 1995.
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I'm purchasing an SVX for it's all around quality of handling in adverse weather conditions.
personally, I wouldn't try modding my svx, simply due to the fact that they're quite heavy. and they're rare, so parts are expensive if you, say, smash into a wall. look into something cheaper for a speed fix, trust me. making a crazy fast daily driver gets old. it's nice to have a comfy ride to school and back, then a crazy little track demon for weekends. |
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If you have any questions, Im sure I or someone answered them in this thread when mr. 240 was asking around
http://www.subaru-svx.net/forum/showthread.php?t=32455
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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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jon:
just appreciate the svx for what it is. i've had it with teh "crazy kids" trying to make it a sportscar.
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Kenneth 1997 Subaru SVX LSi "Svetlana" #185 of 640 - 09/1996 - Polo Green Pearl - 34k miles 1992 Subaru SVX LS-L "Everett" #8738 - 01/1992 - Ebony Pearl - 139k miles - 5MT shifty - Sold 07/31/2011 1992 Subaru SVX LS-L "Sven" #1599 - 05/1991 - Claret - 168k miles - Traded 05/11/2005 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Limited CVT - Crystal White Pearl - 2.8k miles 2021 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited CVT - Horizon Blue Pearl - 17k miles 2023 Volkswagen Jetta S 6MT - Pure White - 2.6k miles 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Limited EV - Ceramic White - 30k miles |
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Kenneth 1997 Subaru SVX LSi "Svetlana" #185 of 640 - 09/1996 - Polo Green Pearl - 34k miles 1992 Subaru SVX LS-L "Everett" #8738 - 01/1992 - Ebony Pearl - 139k miles - 5MT shifty - Sold 07/31/2011 1992 Subaru SVX LS-L "Sven" #1599 - 05/1991 - Claret - 168k miles - Traded 05/11/2005 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Limited CVT - Crystal White Pearl - 2.8k miles 2021 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited CVT - Horizon Blue Pearl - 17k miles 2023 Volkswagen Jetta S 6MT - Pure White - 2.6k miles 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Limited EV - Ceramic White - 30k miles |
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Yes, you passed the test.
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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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Hey K~
I was looking at the stats of your 96 Impreza: If you want an off the line street brawler/rali car, than I would suggest that the SVX is not for you. Your Impreza is going to be more reliable, economical and practical. Also, it sounds like you may not have a bunch of extra $$$$ sitting around. Be aware that it is not unusual for an SVX owner to put the entire market value of the SVX into their car in maintentance and repairs within 1-2 years. Just some things to consider. |
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This is true about not to much extra money laying around, but yes every so often I do have some, haha... BTW, everyone court went so so... and I believe I will be selling my Impreza here around the end of summer and buy a SVX...
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