Subaru Outback ...any comments

[Muser]

Hi, booked my outback on Sunday during Motor show and just been informed COE bid is successful and excited to join the Outback family soon. I am looking for wheel security lock and other accessories. Any recommendation where to get these.

Congrats!

 

Try Taobao, Rakuten, Japanparts.com and eBay.

 

As for recommendations, join our Facebook group and ask, lol. What are you looking for? I'll try to help.

 

SLE 7745 U

anyone here?

No, we're all chatting on WhatsApp and Facebook

Edited January 19, 2017 by Muser

[BenTong]

before joining and thinking of all this stuff, get in principle approval from your CO first... you are duly forewarned..

[Muser]

before joining and thinking of all this stuff, get in principle approval from your CO first... you are duly forewarned..

Yes, get full approval in advance before sliding down the slippery slope

[DarylGoh]

I learnt one way to improve FC is to turn off the button showing a "car and skid marks"... there's less engine utilization on the wheels so more free spin for the wheels. Also the acceleration is smoother and less jerky. It is automatically turned on when starting the OB. Maybe its placebo, try it and feedback.

 

Caution: don't try this on wet days/ slippery surfaces.

[MQX87511]

I learnt one way to improve FC is to turn off the button showing a "car and skid marks"... there's less engine utilization on the wheels so more free spin for the wheels. Also the acceleration is smoother and less jerky. It is automatically turned on when starting the OB. Maybe its placebo, try it and feedback.

 

Caution: don't try this on wet days/ slippery surfaces.

is it? it's traction control, normally racing and driving for fun should off it

[Vratenza]

99% of Singapore drivers need this.....including me.

 

Please do not trade safety for a few dollars savings per month....

 

 

I learnt one way to improve FC is to turn off the button showing a "car and skid marks"... there's less engine utilization on the wheels so more free spin for the wheels. Also the acceleration is smoother and less jerky. It is automatically turned on when starting the OB. Maybe its placebo, try it and feedback.

Caution: don't try this on wet days/ slippery surfaces.

 

[lbsdan]

Hi, booked my outback on Sunday during Motor show and just been informed COE bid is successful and excited to join the Outback family soon. I am looking for wheel security lock and other accessories. Any recommendation where to get these.

 

Hi,

Realized there is no auto-lock function of door when moving. 

Suggested by my China friend to get the auto-lock function which allow auto-folding of the side mirrors, closing of sunshade and auto close all windows. I understand this is just a plug in to the existing socket of the car and no modification is required. 

 

https://mall.jd.com/view_search-469255-5594404-99-0-24-1.html

https://zhongchengweishi.tmall.com/search.htm?scene=taobao_shop

 

Not sure if anyone know if this will void the warranty.

[BenTong]

Hi,

Realized there is no auto-lock function of door when moving.

Suggested by my China friend to get the auto-lock function which allow auto-folding of the side mirrors, closing of sunshade and auto close all windows. I understand this is just a plug in to the existing socket of the car and no modification is required.

https://mall.jd.com/view_search-469255-5594404-99-0-24-1.html

https://zhongchengweishi.tmall.com/search.htm?scene=taobao_shop

 

Not sure if anyone know if this will void the warranty.

Double confirmed void

[DarylGoh]

Just got hit by a stone on the windscreen so just wondering if it's a chip and not a crack would a repair be necessary?

[teomingern]

Just got hit by a stone on the windscreen so just wondering if it's a chip and not a crack would a repair be necessary?

Can do some liquid glass repairs if I am not wrong so that the chip is not seen... but it doesn't change the strength or integrity of the wind screen.

[DarylGoh]

Just to share this service ceramic coating. Just did the 9H coat with my 1yr old white outback (well almost 1 yr) and the finishing is perfect, the car is literally brand new again. With showroom glossy finished. I was actually considering to do the matt finishing coating but after seeing the 9H effect on the model in his workshop I was convinced to give it a try. Primary purpose was to protect paintwork from inconsiderate birds and inconsiderate trees. My car's finishing photos are posted in his Facebook page, search for "5D Solutions Pte Ltd". Cheers.

Can do some liquid glass repairs if I am not wrong so that the chip is not seen... but it doesn't change the strength or integrity of the wind screen.

Thanks buddy. I decided to leave it alone until the screen cracks .... eventually.... kekekeke

Any Outbackers thinking of the Viviz? .... heard it's coming out in 2018 but I think it will be first launched in the states. So when it comes to SG it'll probably be 2020+.

Hi,

Realized there is no auto-lock function of door when moving.

Suggested by my China friend to get the auto-lock function which allow auto-folding of the side mirrors, closing of sunshade and auto close all windows. I understand this is just a plug in to the existing socket of the car and no modification is required.

https://mall.jd.com/view_search-469255-5594404-99-0-24-1.html

https://zhongchengweishi.tmall.com/search.htm?scene=taobao_shop

 

Not sure if anyone know if this will void the warranty.

Actually I'm more keen if they have the feature to angle down the side mirrors when parking, I find it a challenge to park esp. at the corner lots where the curbs can't be seen while in the car.

[Little_prince]

Just to share this service ceramic coating. Just did the 9H coat with my 1yr old white outback (well almost 1 yr) and the finishing is perfect, the car is literally brand new again. With showroom glossy finished. I was actually considering to do the matt finishing coating but after seeing the 9H effect on the model in his workshop I was convinced to give it a try. Primary purpose was to protect paintwork from inconsiderate birds and inconsiderate trees. My car's finishing photos are posted in his Facebook page, search for "5D Solutions Pte Ltd". Cheers.

Thanks buddy. I decided to leave it alone until the screen cracks .... eventually.... kekekeke

Any Outbackers thinking of the Viviz? .... heard it's coming out in 2018 but I think it will be first launched in the states. So when it comes to SG it'll probably be 2020+.

Actually I'm more keen if they have the feature to angle down the side mirrors when parking, I find it a challenge to park esp. at the corner lots where the curbs can't be seen while in the car.

how much for the ceramic coating?

[Glay99]

Subaru not selling outback anymore??? Didn't see it in their pricelist...

[Vratenza]

I might be wrong but the 2.5 NA's emission figures might make it even more unattractive as an option (on top of the already higher road tax) when the VES hits next year. 

 

2.0T might not save it too.... 

[teomingern]

I might be wrong but the 2.5 NA's emission figures might make it even more unattractive as an option (on top of the already higher road tax) when the VES hits next year.

 

2.0T might not save it too....

There might be a less polluting engines with lower power... sometimes a detuned engine will fix the emissions...

[BenTong]

I might be wrong but the 2.5 NA's emission figures might make it even more unattractive as an option (on top of the already higher road tax) when the VES hits next year.

 

2.0T might not save it too....

Please la.. all cars manufacturer waiting for emission siam software update from somebody from Europe la..

[andrewyewkc]

Subaru not selling outback anymore??? Didn't see it in their pricelist...

I have checked with the SE, they have stopped selling it.

[Glay99]

I have checked with the SE, they have stopped selling it.

Thanks for the update...