2001 Subaru Outback

Subaru Outback (2001)
for sale

Price: US $2,450.00

Description:


Just passed CA smog with no issues, registration paid through July 2016.
White exterior, beige cloth interior in great shape, no rips/tears or strong smells.
251, 870 highway miles are up there, but they were easy miles (previous owner commuted between Sacramento and Oakland).Michelin Primacy tires only have about 20% life left, some minor cracks in the sidewalls.Weather package (heated seats and side mirrors, weather band radio)
Manual transmission was replaced at 219k miles.
Maintenance has been done on time which is also reflected in the Carfax report.
Done in last 3k miles: 4-wheel alignment, new front rotors and rear brake pads
A/C blows cold! The system was also charged in the last 3k miles.
I have had the car for 2 years (purchased at Fremont Auto World). The only thing I've done are oil changes, professionally installed tint on the passenger rear and back hatch windows, and added a properly fused 12-volt socket (the original one wasn't working). Everything works well except on some drives, the clutch pedal does not return on its own (this is apparently due to a $30-55 clutch slave cylinder that needs replacing). Most drives I do not have this issue but when it happens, I just use my toe to nudge the pedal a bit.
The car does have a salvage title due to a mild fender bender (see last 2 photos - these are the BEFORE photos, not what the car looks like now) and in fact the hood was never replaced. The hood, all 4 doors, and trunk are original (see VIN pics)! So you can feel comfortable that the car has never been in a bad wreck. The Carfax history is good - made sure of this when I bought the car and I would not have gotten it if I didn't have a sense of what the prior damage was. It is mechanically in very good condition and the engine / transmission / clutch feel great. I drive the car a few times a week and the car drives great.
Cosmetically there are some issues. The paint is overall in great shape (looks to have been garaged or waxed by prev owner). However there is a good sized dent (2-in.) on the front hood from the fender bender, and the driver's side fender has some paint chipping. Minor door dings present on the other doors. Bumpers have some paint flex cracks. The weather stripping on the driver's door is a little loose so the wind whistles when you drive at higher speeds. With the exception of the good paint quality, I think the exterior flaws are reasonable for a daily-driven, 14-year old car.
I am only selling the car to replace with an automatic trans car so my wife can also drive. Car comes with the original owner's manual and booklets, scissor jack and tools, retractable cargo cover and rubber trunk mat. I would be happy to meet you in person in or near Fremont, CA, or will work with your shipping contact. Better pics to come after I've had a chance to wash the car.

update: 2015-09-27

Features:

Condition:Seller Notes:
Used
“Salvage title due to mild fender bender (see pics). Car is in good mechanical condition - engine is strong and the transmission was replaced at 219k miles. Clutch is good (no slipping). May just need a new clutch slave cylinder ($30-55 part) as the pedal occasionally doesn't return back on its own. A/C blows cold and the system was charged within the last 3k miles. Cosmetic issues - see listing description.”
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): 4S3BH675616667398Year: 2001
Transmission: ManualMake: Subaru
Body Type: WagonModel: Outback
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warrantyTrim: Base Wagon 4-Door
Vehicle Title: SalvageEngine: 2.5L 2458CC H4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
Options: Weather package (heated seats and mirrors), Cassette PlayerDrive Type: AWD
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger AirbagMileage: 251,870
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power WindowsExterior Color: White
Fuel Type: GasolineInterior Color: Tan
For Sale By: Private SellerNumber of Cylinders: 4
Disability Equipped: No

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