The SUBARU LEGACY (1998-07) 5DR ESTATE 2.5 GX LIMITED is a roomy five-door estate, offering a practical alternative to mainstream family estates rather than an SUV or city car. Its useful load space and composed feel make it suited to family duties, outdoor trips and drivers who value versatility in all seasons. Subaru’s reputation for dependable engineering and standard all-wheel drive on many Legacy versions gives this estate a distinctive appeal, especially on wet or slippery roads. The 2.5-litre engine brings relaxed performance, while the Limited trim adds a more upmarket feel. Against rivals such as the Ford Mondeo Estate, it is a less common, more individual choice. mycarcheck.com records 8 checks covering 7 VINs, a modest sample. Average private-sale value was £600, mileage 119,000 and annual use 3,000 miles; cars averaged 2.6 previous keepers. These figures offer context, not a guarantee for an individual car in today’s used market.