fender Posted July 5, 2006 Share Posted July 5, 2006 I'm looking into a 2003 Outback with the 3.0. I've always had 1.8's and 2.2's. I was wondering if any of you experts could give me a heads up on possible problems with the six compared to the 2.5 four. also the antifreeze has a brownish grainy look to it. Is that the "special dealer mystery additive"? What's the deal with that? Thanks for any info you could provide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferret Posted July 5, 2006 Share Posted July 5, 2006 The 3.0 is a good workhorse. Shouldn't have the antifreeze additive in it, that was only the SOHC 2.5 from 99-02 ( and some early 03's by vin number). I would ask that the vehicle have a 30K service preformed on it as that would include fluid replacements (antifreeze, brake fluid, differential oils). I would also have a Carfax run on it and if you have one, have it inspected by a good mechanic. The 3.0 is has proven to be reliable, powerful, no timing belt (timing chains). Servicing it is more expensive, 6 plugs vs 4 and 2 are very difficult to get to. Also has direct ignition like the turbos, ie each spark plug has it's own coil assy attached to the top of it. Overall has a good track record. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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