general question on SVX repair

heartlandarthur · #1 02-14-2007, 03:50 PM

my local Subaru mechanic does not seem to know which end of an SVX is the front. Is this common? I realize there are not many of these creatures but it is a Subaru and not all that old. Am I doomed to actually learning to be my own mechanic? My regular independent mechanic was afraid to do much, in fact he seemed to tremble some.

What is your opinion on the future of parts availability? Is it going to be a chore to keep one running?

Thanks for any info, just wondering what I have gotten myself into. and I am just asking for an opinion, the future can be hard to predict.

Beav · #2 02-14-2007, 05:53 PM

They're just nuts and bolts, like any other car or truck. The technology is becoming dated, so most good techs shouldn't flinch too much. Dealer mechanics prefer to stay within five to seven years old - that's where the easy money lies. Independents prefer to work in the five to ten year range and stick with high production models. Beyond that there's us old pharts that aren't afraid of anything except finding an easier way to make a living.

granca69 · #3 02-15-2007, 05:55 AM

the forum will be your saviour on this one, also use svx warehouse site and the online manual, heaps of useful information. as said above they are juzt nuts and bolts and the technology is standard issuse in cars of this era. i dont find them too complex a few things give me the sh1ts every now and then but so does any car. good luck