Subaru Forester 2.0 AWD GLS 5d (AWP) (1997/P) Owner Review
Want to know everything there is to know about this car?
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Economy
Value
Only buy the 'all weather pack' - great spec.
Costs
Average running cost. Parts horrendous.
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On the road
Driving
Nice car-like drive, loads of room and very comfy.
Performance
Motorway cruiser, sits at 70-90 like it's doing 30.
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Living with it
Reliability
The dreaded cold clutch judder.
Image
Good. All who travel in it like it.
Comfort
Heated seats, captain's chairs, need I say more?
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Security and Service
Security
Basic Subaru immobiliser.
Service
Avoid Thurlow Nunn in Norfolk - ultra poor service.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Cold clutch judder. Don't buy a Subaru until you've driven it cold, as they ALL suffer with this problem.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes