2009 Subaru Forester Consumer Discussions Page 9

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Written by: gregg_vw on Jul 29, 2009 09:34 AM

http://www.autoblog.com/2009/07/29/first-drive-2010-subaru-outback-has-character- -for-everyone/ They agree with me...it is now one fine looking wagon. And while some may like the looks of the Forester better, the Outback rides much better and gets better mileage as well. Read More...

2009 Forester engine ping "They all do that"

Re: 2009 Forester engine ping "They all do that" [tmedo1]

Written by: oldladydriver on Jul 28, 2009 07:11 PM

Hello, I have also posted on the Impreza forum about this - but my 2008 Impreza 2.5i (auto trans) does almost exactly the same thing -- pinging -- within two months of purchase. High octane gas doesn't help. Pings on hills, pings on acceleration, pings at low rpm's between gear shifts, pings pulling away from a dead stop - and the car is also slow to downshift when ... Read More...

Subaru Forester Prices Paid and Buying Experience

Re: 2009 Forester 2.5 auto (base) help [kanyuhirminow]

Written by: kanyuhirminow on Jul 26, 2009 10:11 AM

BUMP CAN YOU GUYS PLEASE COMMENT OR ANSWER MY QUESTION ITS REALLY STR8FORWARD AND I GAVE MSRP AND EVERYTHING!! : What do you guys think? Are there other options or accessories I should look for in the base model that are important? Is this a good price? I am rounding numbers for anonymity! 2009 Subaru Forester 2.5 X (automatic) * Auto-Dim Mirror Compass * Platinum ... Read More...

2009 Forester engine ping "They all do that"

Re: 2009 Forester engine ping "They all do that" [grahampeters]

Written by: saedave on Jul 25, 2009 07:12 AM

Pinging should not be happening in a modern engine, if you are using suitable fuel. Graham, Agreed, but the sound may not be pinging. The exhaust manifold rap on some Subaru fours might confuse a new owner. My four had it but my 3.0R six does not. Dave Read More...

Re: 2009 Forester engine ping "They all do that" [tmedo1]

Written by: grahampeters on Jul 24, 2009 01:56 PM

G'day Pinging should not be happening in a modern engine, if you are using suitable fuel. Try running the vehicle on Premium Unleaded from a single source for a few tanks. If you can source Shell's Premium Unleaded (it might be branded as Optimax or V-Power or some other name but typically 95-98 RON with detergent additives). This has the benefit of improving fuel ... Read More...

Subaru Forester Lease Questions

Re: 2009 Forester Lease options [vitasthefetus]

Written by: Car_man on Jul 23, 2009 04:07 AM

Hi vitasthefetus. Subaru's lease program varies by trim level, term, and mileage allowance. I don't believe that you mentioned what any of these variables are, so for now I will have to make some assumptions. Let me know if you want something different. Subaru's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 Forester 2.5X ... Read More...

Re: 2009 forester lease [cspro]

Written by: Car_man on Jul 23, 2009 03:41 AM

Hi cspro. The Forester that you described probably has a spread of around $1,900 between its full MSRP and its dealer invoice price. The dealer discount that you were quoted is much higher than that. Plus, the money factor that you were quoted is right ion line with Subaru's buy rate for this model. If you like the vehicle, I personally don't see any reason not to ... Read More...

2009 Forester engine ping "They all do that"

Re: 2009 Forester engine ping "They all do that" [tmedo1]

Written by: bdyment on Jul 22, 2009 05:55 AM

You are correct. This reply by the dealer is pure bull____. I agree no modern car should have this problem in this day and age, Ask your dealer if the Porsche Boxer or 911 have this characteristic. They have the same cylinder layout as Subaru. Read More...

Subaru Forester Prices Paid and Buying Experience

2009 Forester 2.5 auto (base) help

Written by: kanyuhirminow on Jul 21, 2009 06:43 AM

What do you guys think? Are there other options or accessories I should look for in the base model that are important? Is this a good price? I am rounding numbers for anonymity! 2009 Subaru Forester 2.5 X (automatic) * Auto-Dim Mirror Compass * Platinum Cargo Tray * Rear Bumper Cover * Wheel Locks (Steel Wheels) total MSRP ~ 22300 Price from dealer email: ~22200.00 ... Read More...

2009 Subaru Forester

Re: 2009 Forester reliability in CR- why just average? [saedave]

Written by: pgb0517 on Jul 16, 2009 09:55 PM

I copied my comments about interior/exterior quality posted above into an e-mail that I sent to Subaru. Their customer service rep has replied and assured me such e-mails are reviewed at their monthly product planning board meeting. She also is passing them on to my dealer. However, as I told her, our dealer is great, and we have no complaints there. But we all ... Read More...