1993 engine oil leaks

i have a 1993 Subaru legacy L 2wd wagon with 148,000 miles. and it leaks a lot of oil ....i have to put in at least a quart a week. any one know the estimate for rebuilding a subie 2.2l engine or is it cheaper to get a used one that's compatible. i am really close to putting a match to the oil leak and walk away but it a great car and i want to weigh my options before i decide to sell it.

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Ray Cole
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Is it leaking oil or burning oil? If it's leaking, you need new seals, if it's burning, a rebuild.

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Jim Stewart

What about bad valve guide seals? If that's the case, then it's burning oil and needs new seals.

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y_p_w

Good catch. It could be seals, but unless it's been abused, 148k seems young for rings or seals.

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Jim Stewart

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Ray Cole

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