Subaru Forester (1997 - 2003) 2.0 AWD S-Turbo 5d (2001/Y) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I think it says you know what you want from a car meaning in my opinion you get a little of everything from owning one.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Everybody I've met likes the car. Some people have asked what it is as you don't see that many about.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Definitly. I think it's a great all round package compromising between family car and performance at an affordable price.

What are you likely to buy next?

Same again.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

February 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

N/A

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Wanted a good quality family car that was reliable, fun to drive, different from the norm.

What was the dealer like?

N/A

What's it like to drive?

Awesome! Good driving position almost like a 4x4, not quite as high but you still get the feeling of presence on the road, rides like a car, takes humps and bumps comfortably yet still handles really well. Turbo model is quick which feels sporty, steering is well balanced good sense of feel of what's going on under the wheels. If there is a negative point it can be a little thirsty.

What's it like to park?

Easy to see out of with good all round vision, large side mirrors and being 'squared off' easy to know exactly where the front and back of the car are. Great turning circle can handle city driving suprisingly well.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Clutch has just started to slip after 108,000 other than that very reliable so far

What's most practical about your car?

Good sized boot, seats 4 comfortably

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

TURBO!! but really large sunroof excellent in sumer.