Being that my previous 2005 Subaru had over 125,000 miles on it and was beginning to experience some wear and tear, it was time for a new car. 0.9% financing made the purchase of a new Subaru very attractive to me. The previous Subaru had treated me very well over the previous six years and I wanted to continue that trend.

I have a 2013 Subaru Outback. I love the safety and comfort this car affords me. As far as styling goes, I have loved the station wagon-like design, since it's introduction into the marketplace. Over the years I have watched the design evolve and improve. Finally, it was time to replace our family car. I would accept nothing but the Outback. We can comfortably travel from the mountains to the city, and out of town with our two large dogs, and two children. There is room enough for the girls to feel as though they have their own space, and for the two of us to stretch our legs in the front at the same time. The seats are a perfect fit. I don't seem to get numb bottom syndrome, like I did in the Blazer. Our doggies do not hesitate to jump in the back whenever we open the hatch. That says a lot when you have a 15 year old dog who tends to be a bit picky. I do not have issues with blind spots, and am able to maneuver in and out of traffic with confidence. We have only taken it in for oil changes in the past year. The dealership staff is always friendly. I cannot emphasize enough the relief we have found with the savings in gas. The one performance incident, that stands out in my mind the most, took place on an extremely rainy day. I was on the interstate. Traffic was sketchy. Suddenly, a car hydroplaned in front of me; my adrenaline shot through the roof as I watched another vehicle collide with the freshly guardrail implanted one. I had only seconds to avoid becoming a party to the disaster. Wet roads and all, I was able to maintain control of our Outback. I am not sure I would have the same ability to claim a safe outcome, had I been driving another vehicle.