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  • New Listing
    $6,995
    great price
    $2,244 below market
    • 124,798 miles
    • 1 accident, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 27 Hwy MPG
    • Paniagua Auto Mall (137 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Bluetooth
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
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    Located in Dalton, GA / 137 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    23 Combined MPG (21 City/27 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SHBDC2CH445879
    Stock: 11968
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • $6,495
    great price
    $2,629 below market
    • 134,990 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 27 Hwy MPG
    • Savanah's Auto Sales (7 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Bluetooth
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Power Driver Seat
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Birmingham, AL / 7 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    23 Combined MPG (21 City/27 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SHADC3DH421215
    Stock: 10805
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • New Listing
    $9,995
    good price
    $997 below market
    • 75,704 miles
    • 1 accident, 4 owners, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 27 Hwy MPG
    • Willy Herold Automotive (128 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Alarm
    • Trip Computer
    • Rear Bench Seats
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    Located in Columbus, GA / 128 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    23 Combined MPG (21 City/27 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SHBBC3BH777640
    Stock: 777640
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-17-2025

  • New Listing
    Stock photo**
    $6,000
    fair price
    $351 below market
    • 176,438 miles
    • 1 accident, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 27 Hwy MPG
    • Ride and Drive Madison (191 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Bluetooth
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Power Driver Seat
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Madison, TN / 191 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    23 Combined MPG (21 City/27 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SHADC6BH770155
    Stock: 770155
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-29-2025

  • New Listing
    • 58,337 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 27 Hwy MPG, Manual
    • Carvana (In-stock online)
    • Home delivery*
    • AWD/4WD
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Seattle, WA / 2,078 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    At Carvana, we go miles beyond the extra mile. That's why we provide you with a convenient, fast, and hassle-free car buying experience that puts you ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    23 Combined MPG (21 City/27 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SHABC0BG734003
    Stock: 2003865422
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-12-2025

  • New Listing
    • 1 mile
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 27 Hwy MPG
    • Friendly Auto Sales (35 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Bluetooth
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Power Driver Seat
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Jasper, AL / 35 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    23 Combined MPG (21 City/27 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SHADC4BH711556
    Stock: R5972
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 12-24-2024

    • 124,707 miles
    • 1 accident, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 27 Hwy MPG
    • Jasper Auto Sales (35 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Alarm
    • Trip Computer
    • Rear Bench Seats
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    Located in Jasper, AL / 35 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    23 Combined MPG (21 City/27 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SHBBC0BH742134
    Stock: 742134
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • New Listing
    Stock photo**
    • 178,473 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 27 Hwy MPG
    • Subaru of Gwinnett (158 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
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    Located in Duluth, GA / 158 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    23 Combined MPG (21 City/27 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SHAGC5BH701033
    Stock: S75071A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-16-2025

  • $6,999
    fair price
    $491 below market
    • 158,182 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 27 Hwy MPG, Manual
    • Top Shine Auto Sales (136 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Bluetooth
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Power Driver Seat
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Marietta, GA / 136 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    23 Combined MPG (21 City/27 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SHADC3DG411130
    Stock: 411130
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • New Listing
    • 84,146 miles
    • 1 accident, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 27 Hwy MPG
    • Carvana - Atlanta (137 mi away)
    • Home delivery*
    • AWD/4WD
    • Bluetooth
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Power Driver Seat
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Atlanta, GA / 137 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    At Carvana, we go miles beyond the extra mile. That's why we provide you with a convenient, fast, and hassle-free car buying experience that puts you ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    23 Combined MPG (21 City/27 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SHADC9DH442876
    Stock: 2003870984
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-03-2025

  • $8,195
    fair price
    $628 below market
    • 145,608 miles
    • 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 27 Hwy MPG
    • LGM Motors (161 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Bluetooth
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Power Driver Seat
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Snellville, GA / 161 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    23 Combined MPG (21 City/27 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SHADC8DH431822
    Stock: 431822
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • New Listing
    $6,995
    fair price
    $37 below market
    • 131,244 miles
    • 1 accident, 4 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 20 City / 26 Hwy MPG
    • Paniagua Auto Mall (137 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Alarm
    • Trip Computer
    • Rear Bench Seats
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    Located in Dalton, GA / 137 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    22 Combined MPG (20 City/26 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SH616X9H761934
    Stock: 10306
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • New Listing
    • 204,540 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 20 City / 27 Hwy MPG, Manual
    • Georgia Car Deals (170 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    • Trip Computer
    • Rear Bench Seats
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    Located in Flowery Branch, GA / 170 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    22 Combined MPG (20 City/27 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SH6BC2AG763286
    Stock: G763286
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 11-22-2024

  • New Listing
    $6,690
    good price
    $1,832 below market
    • 104,120 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 20 City / 26 Hwy MPG
    • Amax Autos (160 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Alarm
    • Trip Computer
    • Rear Bench Seats
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    Located in Lawrenceville, GA / 160 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    22 Combined MPG (20 City/26 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SH6AC3AH755211
    Stock: 10190
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 05-11-2025

  • New Listing
    $4,997
    fair price
    $734 below market
    • 174,159 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 20 City / 26 Hwy MPG
    • Atlanta Auto Brokers (135 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Power Driver Seat
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Alarm
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    Located in Marietta, GA / 135 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    22 Combined MPG (20 City/26 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SH6CC5AH785890
    Stock: 785890
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-17-2025

  • $8,699
    fair price
    $260 above market
    • 103,698 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 20 City / 26 Hwy MPG
    • Driveway (In-stock online)
    • Home delivery*
    • AWD/4WD
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Power Driver Seat
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Alarm
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    Located in Coraopolis, PA / 607 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    CarFax No Accidents Reported,CarFax 1-Owner,Low Mileage,Rare Find,Brake Assist,Heated Seats,Sunroof / Moonroof,Heated Seats,Power Door Locks,Brake Ass...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    22 Combined MPG (20 City/26 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SH6CC2AH730183
    Stock: SSH577135B
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • New Listing
    Stock photo**
    $5,999
    good price
    $1,936 below market
    • 143,895 miles
    • 2 accidents, 2 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 27 Hwy MPG
    • Robinson Automotive Group (127 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Power Driver Seat
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    Located in Marietta, GA / 127 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    Robinson Automotive Group Robinson Automotive Group 2535 Powder Springs Rd Marietta, GA 30*** 6**-6**-9271 Visit Robinson Automotive Group online at ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    23 Combined MPG (21 City/27 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SHBEC9CH446705
    Stock: 446705
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 10-31-2024

  • $5,995
    fair price
    $431 below market
    • 204,716 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 24 City / 32 Hwy MPG
    • First Automotive TN (163 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Navigation
    • Leather Seats
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    Located in Murfreesboro, TN / 163 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    Visit First Automotive TN online at firstautomotivetn.net to see more pictures of this vehicle or call us at 615-890-4007 today to schedule your test...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    27 Combined MPG (24 City/32 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SJAJCXEH468543
    Stock: 468543
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • New Listing
    $8,999
    fair price
    $455 below market
    • 110,257 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 27 Hwy MPG
    • Car Planet (165 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Power Driver Seat
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    Located in Lawrenceville, GA / 165 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    23 Combined MPG (21 City/27 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SHAEC2CH461816
    Stock: 1733
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-10-2025

  • $8,521
    fair price
    $542 below market
    • 88,225 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 20 City / 26 Hwy MPG
    • Driveway (In-stock online)
    • Home delivery*
    • AWD/4WD
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Alarm
    • Trip Computer
    • Rear Bench Seats
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    Located in Pittsburgh, PA / 614 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    CarFax No Accidents Reported,CarFax 1-Owner,Low Mileage,Rare Find,Brake Assist,Steel Wheels,Power Door Locks,Brake Assist,Floor Mats,Gasoline Fuel,CD ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    22 Combined MPG (20 City/26 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SH6BC8AH802005
    Stock: S802005A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • $12,995
    great price
    $2,747 below market
    • 60,517 miles
    • 2 accidents, 5 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 5 Seats, 24 City / 32 Hwy MPG
    • United Auto Gallery (157 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Navigation
    • Leather Seats
    Close

    Located in Lilburn, GA / 157 miles away from Birmingham, AL

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    27 Combined MPG (24 City/32 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JF2SJAMC3EH536628
    Stock: S536628
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

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Consumer Reviews for the Subaru Forester

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My trusty, dependable steed

C Norty, 03/14/2016
2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
I've owned a jeep and a Nissan pathfinder. both vehicles i loved for their own reasons, but wanted something that was more economical and still afforded me the ability to go off-road and take some abuse. When I saw the 2011, i fell in love with the lines. In my opinion, the exterior is perfect, with the interior being well done, too. I am a designer and basically made my purchase because … i loved the design of the vehicle. the newer design is awful. the 2011 is the sweet spot for me. Anyway, I took delivery of the vehicle in November 2011 and immediately put it to work. There has been NOTHING this car has not been able to handle, aside from perhaps rock crawling. I lived in the southwest and spent a lot of time in the desert. the AWD keeps the car on the dirt like glue. In the rain, the same. In the snow, it's nearly unstoppable. 46,000 miles later.... The exterior I have found does not do well against branches and scratched easily. the interior, is well thought out but the paneling is cheap and scratched easily. I've had to have a few of the plastic bits replaced and had to re-install a few others multiple times. Audio system is excellent for a factory radio, but the bluetooth will not stay synced to my iPhone. iPod controls are good, but doesn't remember folder placement if turned on/off. AC is decent and was often put to good use when it was 115 in the desert. I am 6-2 and find leftroom and getting in/out to be quite easy. this was another important purchase reason for me. When the transmission is in regular D, performance is awful. I always use the 'sport' mode or the clutchless manual shift which allows me to actually pass cars on the road. THIS IS NOT A PERFORMANCE VEHICLE. the real power is above 4000 rpm in 2nd and 3rd. I have had zero maintenance issues with the vehicle. Just oil changes and rotation of the tires. In the SW i was averaging 24.6 mpg, but now in Texas with more stop/go, i am getting 21 overall if i am lucky. The AWD is a fuel hog, that's for sure. I've taken the car on multiple cross country trips and it will cruise @ 70 MPH all day long. There is road noise, and is getting worse now that the tires are reaching the end of their life, but it's not as bad as some other cars. I bought this car to be a work horse, and it shows. the exterior, while still shiny has all the marks of off-roading and the interior show's it's been occupied to people who spend time outdoors.
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Used 2012 Subaru Forester in Birmingham, AL Values

Estimated values
2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A) with no options
ConditionTrade-InPrivate PartyDealer Retail
Outstanding$3,340$5,286$6,432
Clean$3,143$4,939$5,966
Average$2,815$4,359$5,191
Rough$2,389$3,606$4,183

The average list price of a used 2012 Subaru Forester in Birmingham, Alabama is $8,581. The average mileage on a used Subaru Forester 2012 for sale in Birmingham, Alabama is 123,179. Based on the average mileage of 123,179 for used 2012 Subaru Forester for sale in Birmingham, AL and using an average vehicle condition rating, which means the vehicle may have a few mechanical and/or cosmetic problems and may require a considerable amount of reconditioning, we appraise the average trade-in value of a used Subaru Forester 2012 in Birmingham, Alabama to be $2,815.

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