Used 1999 Subaru Forester Wagon Consumer Reviews
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Love my scooby!
dirtyru, 02/25/2011
1999 Subaru Forester S 4dr Wagon AWD
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
This car is a blast to drive. Handles like a true rally car in the curves! With the AWD, it handles exceptionally well off road. I honestly believe that this car handles/ drives even smoother in the rain! 154,000 miles and still counting! I have the S model, which on here says it's a manual, but i do infact have the crafty automatic. The leather interior has held up greatly & the seat warmers come in handy on those brisk mornings. Getting rid of my car & having this vehicle has truely inspired me to make it a point to get out of the office & enjoy the outdoors. It's the perfect utility vehicle that also doubles as an economical, every day driver. I hope to keep this for a looong time!
Still rolling thru Snow and Ice!
Goldie Dreyer, 11/30/2016
1999 Subaru Forester S 4dr Wagon AWD
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Sally my subaru has been a trooper. I bought at her in 2010 with 115,000 miles and now have 215,000 miles on her. We go everywhere from freeways to off road. My mechanic patiently fixes her oil leaks, a common problem with Subarus, I understand. I make sure I check the oil every fuel fillup. Engine works great, mileage is roughly 21 mpg, combined highway and city. I have replaced brakes, all 4 axles-its a necessary maintenance item with AWD to have them checked periodicly. I bought really good tires at 185,000 miles since I plan to drive her until 300,000. Some rust developing around rear wheel wells, and rusty under carriage. This year I had to replace front shocks at 210 K miles. Overall, a fantastic buy. I will buy another Subaru and keep Sally for my grandkids.
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Money's Worth and Then Some
Ronnie, 11/23/2007
1999 Subaru Forester L 4dr Wagon AWD
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new and still own it after almost 9 years. This car now has over 100k miles and the only maintenance I have ever done is oil changes and replaced the front brake pads at 98,000 miles. That is correct the front originial brake pads lasted until 98k miles and the back pads still have 1/2 wear left so they have never been replaced. The AWD works great and I will buy another Subaru when and if this one ever wears out. If you need a 4 wheel drive vehicle then I don't think you can beat a Subaru. I only wish they made pick up trucks.
Is the engine problem fixed?
Renee, 02/14/2006
1999 Subaru Forester 4dr Wagon AWD
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
I replaced the head gaskets @ 70k, they started seeping again @100k. Subaru sent out a letter to all owners about the seeping head gaskets and to fix it, you have to add a additive to your antifreeze every time you flush your radiator. This seeping problem is starting to affect my pistons. I've replaced everything around the engine. I have 150k on it now, and with this piston problem, I'm not sure if I should buy another Subaru. I love everything else about it, but am concerned about sinking a ton of money into a new one, as I have with this one. I've replaced a couple of wheel bearings, both axles, all 4 struts & mounts, radiator, heater blower & the air sensor twice.
Buying a Forester today with 130k
Donald Tenn, 07/15/2019
1999 Subaru Forester 4dr Wagon AWD
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have read the reviews, most are good but I have owned 5 Subaru Outback Legacy's. The issues from 1996 through 2006 seem to also be inherent in the Forester. SUBARU CHANGED HEAD GASKET MATERIAL IN 1996, it was problematic through 2006 when they changed back to the old material. My 1995 Subaru got 400k trouble free miles! My 2- 96' 2-97' and 1'98 onky got about 130k before the head gaskets went out. FACT: If you own a Subaru, you will have to replace your head gaskets AND your passenger side bearings and hub. I have had to do so on all 5 Subaru'a and I see the same issue commented on the forester. I am STILL buying a 99' Subaru Forester today with 130k. I am disabled and poverty stricken. I actually. Obviously LOVE SUBARU as stated, my 95' Subaru turbo was the best car I ever owned. But when they changed the head gasket material in 96' it went downhill for a full 10 years before they changed the material back. Other than the head gaskets and passenger side hub and bearings. The car is fabulous. All other maintenance issuea such as front brakes and other trial items are standard replacement and maintenance you should expect. It is a damp shame they ruined a good engine with bad head gaskets. I don't even mind replacing the front wheel hub. I am disabled and had it down to 5-6 hours. I could do front brakes, I had changed many. With all tools and parts laid out. My quickest time was 15 minutes. Yes, I replaced many but no big deal. It is the Head Gasket that is problematic and not worth replacing. Subaru engineers ruined a fabulous car in 1996 but... how are they gonna sell cars if they all get 400,000 miles. They had to do something to sell new cars, so they put in inferior head gasket material. I did the research, you can too! Wish I could afford a new Subaru! But being a disabled senior. I have to have something. This forester looks real nice and has several added amenities, upgraded alarm. Upgraded stereo, new tires. Added cell phone system to stereo many upgrades but still has the original head gaskets. The car looks beautiful in black, the price is all I can afford so... wish me luck!
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