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2005 Subaru Forester The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly on 2040-cars

Year:2005 Mileage:394841 Color: Opal Pearl
Location:

Otis, Colorado, United States

Otis, Colorado, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:2.5L 2458CC H4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: jf1sg63635h729213 Year: 2005
Mileage: 394,841
Make: Subaru
Exterior Color: Opal Pearl
Model: Forester
Trim: X Wagon 4-Door
Drive Type: AWD
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

  The Good,  I take good care of my stuff, bought this new and have the best mechanic one could have. Runs fantastic and quiet for a Subaru, 50k miles ago the motor had an "issue'" and was replaced with one that was warranted to have 60k on it and the water pump and timing belt package were changed at that time. Transmission was replaced at one point as well. Fluids were always changed at or before factory specs. Whenever anything needed repair we loosened up the paycheck and did it. It stops quick and handles fine. The doors, hood, and hatch all open and shut and lock correctly. The front seats look weirdly new (some sheep gave it up to protect them and left just last week). Air and heat work good. Has 2 1/2 sets of floor mats,a husky set in front, almost unused all weather mats, and brand new factory carpet mats. All lights work.  Comes with a Kenwood radio (got to have my USB port)  and an nearly unused factory CD weather radio.  Tires have a lot of life left.  Never has been in a wreck.   It is a Subaru.     Clint Eastwood might be the coolest dude ever.


   The BAD,   We have not rolled back the mileage - 395k is correct.  It leaks about a quart of power steering fluid about every 2500 miles and have not looked into why.   The check engine light is on.  My mechanic says that it is a "weak" reading on the catalytic converter.  He said that it would run fine and not pollute any worse.  On a Subaru if the check engine light is on the cruse control will not work.   Must be right as that happened 250k ago and it has run fine since.  The power mirror button seems to work only one way (saw replacement on ebay for $20).    Lee Van Cleef has never ridden in this car.

   The Ugly,   Has a dent in the back bumper (thank you fellow mall patron who can not park).  Body-man said it was an easy fix, but forgot to do it when it was in for a windshield.  That was one heck of a hail storm. But it detracts only from the beauty and not the function.    I never thought Eli Wallach was that ugly.     




  If you have any more questions feel free to ask.  You will have to pick this up in Otis, Colorado within 10 days after winning the bid.  Payment must be in full.  Thank you for your time.

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2017 Subaru BRZ gets more power, optional Performance Pack

Fri, May 27 2016

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Common Nissan Maxima vs. Subaru Legacy breakdowns

Tue, Mar 29 2016

The Nissan Maxima and Subaru Legacy are both popular sedans. Similarities can be seen in price, styling, and performance. What are some common repair problems seen in each model? When do they occur and how much do they cost to fix? What about how to pay for car repairs? Let's find out. Check Engine Light Both Maxima and Legacy owners dread the appearance of this little light. In the Nissan, it's most likely a failed ignition coil. This part transforms the car battery voltage into a higher voltage required for starting. This problem appears more often in Maximas with over 140,000 miles. The cost to replace the ignition coil runs around $400, parts and labor. The check engine light on the Subaru Legacy is more often due to a failed oxygen sensor. The O2 sensor measures the oxygen level in the exhaust and can affect fuel consumption. This part fails more frequently in models with over 110,000 miles. The repair costs around $200. Legacy Sound System Problems It's not uncommon for the Legacy to have sound system failures at 140,000 miles or more. The speakers might not work or only function intermittently. Hitting a bump might also cause the radio to shut off. Repair costs here can vary, but the typical charge is around $600. Nissan Check Engine Light Part 2 The Nissan check engine light also may appear due to oil leaking from the camshaft position sensor. Difficulty with stalling and acceleration might occur as well. The repair costs around $250 and is more frequent in models with over 104,000 miles. Big-Ticket Items Some repairs are especially costly. In Maximas with over 120,000 miles, the power steering pump may begin to malfunction. This produces a clunking or knocking sound when driving over uneven terrain. Steering might be affected with abnormal noises heard when turning the steering wheel. A Nissan Maxima power steering pump replacement costs around $1,250, parts and labor. Now, if you begin to feel your Legacy vibrating or shuddering at around 116,000 miles, it may be a transmission problem. It's more noticeable when the car shifts gears. Legacy transmission repair can be expensive, costing up to $2,000 or more. Even more costly is a Subaru Legacy head gasket failure, seen more often at 110,000 miles or more. AC malfunction, fluid leaks, and engine overheating can occur when the head gasket fails. The repair costs are around $3,000.

2015 Subaru Legacy spills out ahead of Chicago

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Subaru has been one of the industry's hottest automakers, recording record sales month after month. Those handsome figures have come largely on the backs of its crossover lineup, however - models like Forester, Outback and XV Crosstrek have been carrying all the water. The Japanese marque has seen less noteworthy performance out of its midsize sedan, the Legacy, but a new one is slated to be revealed later this week at the Chicago Auto Show, and it hopes to improve the company's family sedan fortunes.
Leaked here in these first photos, the 2015 Legacy picks up some cues from the brash Legacy Concept revealed at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show, but it loses some impact and gains a pair of rear doors versus the showcar. There's little new visual ground broken, but the overall look is more harmonious than its balloon-fendered predecessor. As is often the case, it has features that make us think of other cars, but overall, it looks to be a handsome (if conservative) design. We particularly like the sleeker roofline and the bold front grille treatment - the latter will likely serve well as the face of the next Outback.
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