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Hope phase II engine is better
Subaru guy, 02/03/2007
1998 Subaru Forester S 4dr Wagon AWD
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I bought the car as a project car with one of the cylinders literally smashed. I've used and worked on Subarus for 4 years. 2.5 liter DOHC Phase I engine is awful. 2.2 engines were much more reliable. After installing an engine with 120000 miles on it it works great. It's a small SUV, really fun to drive. Handles great on snow and rain.
Sub
KLA, 09/05/2003
1998 Subaru Forester L 4dr Wagon AWD
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Overall I would buy another Forester. Zero problems, sound as the day bought. Only complaint is that speed control was not standard on "L", a good thing to have.
1998 FORESTER S
suejane, 03/31/2003
1998 Subaru Forester S 4dr Wagon AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
many small problems from clocks going out, gas gauge not working properly, temperature gauge not working and unable to locate problem, numerous oil leaks. will be purchasing new car; definitely not a FOrester!
A lemon!
LJN, 02/11/2009
1998 Subaru Forester 4dr Wagon AWD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought the vehicle for durability and reliability. Have gone through multiple sets of tires, several sets of wheel bearings, two water pumps, and most recently replaced head gaskets ... all before 45K! Vehicle has known design flaws (head gaskets, for example) that Subaru of America refuses to be accountable for, offering cheap, short-term fixes. Will never buy another Subaru unless/until company stands behind their product!
Forester Reigns Supreme
Highly recommended, 09/12/2003
1998 Subaru Forester L 4dr Wagon AWD
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I purchased the Subaru Forester in August of 1998. I had driven several of the competing models and all it took was 5 minutes behind the wheel to be sold. This little vehicle outperformed anything in its class at that time. It is quick, nimble, and comfortable, as well as provides a smooth ride. Hazardous weather does not slow this little wagon down...Ice, snow, sleet, rain, whatever. I love it, and plan to purchase another! The only thing I do not like is the wagon- like appearance...