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Originally posted by ashtaron14
If the damage is to the front of a Subaru, it's most likely it's totalled because the Flat 4 calls for drive belts in the front, if anything such as the radiator/AC condenser pushes into the spinning belts... Gone!
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most north south engine configs have belts on the front, and having stuff pushed into them, while isn't favorable, is no less favorable than any other part being damaged. If there is one reason to right it off, it would be severe drivetrain movement on impact. If the transmission isn't aligned correctly in relation to all the other components, an increase in wear can be expected, with the possibility of excessive noise.