1985 Subaru GL for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 1985 Subaru GL for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
What to check when buying the 1985 Subaru GL
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 7 complaints with NHTSA, most often about suspension (3), engine and engine cooling (1) and power train (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92V001000 | 1992-12-02 | suspension:rear | THE INNER ARMS OF THE REAR SUSPENSION ARE SUBJECT TO CORROSION IN AREAS WHERE ROAD SALT IS USED HEAVILY IN WINTER. |
| 90V086000 | 1990-05-07 | suspension:rear | CONTINUOUS EXPOSURE TO ROAD SALT COULD CAUSE CORROSION OF REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS, ESPECIALLY THE INNER ARMS. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 1985 Subaru GL for buyers
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 1985 Subaru GL; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. For anyone shopping for the 1985 Subaru GL, here are the facts that matter.
A buyer's checks
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
What the figures tell you
The EPA does not rate this model year for fuel use; heavier trucks and vans are often not rated.
Room inside
Being a car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives.
Who rents the GL
It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
A longer test drive
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Rent the GL first, and buy only if it fits your life. Rent the GL for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.
Money matters
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Year and trim
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
Make a request
A rental request is free; the offer shows the full price.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1985 Subaru GL from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1985 Subaru GL for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1985 Subaru GL
Does CarmaCars sell the 1985 Subaru GL?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1985 Subaru GL before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1985 Subaru GL have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.