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Pros and Cons of the 2004 Subaru Forester

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2004 Subaru Forester

4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

Why the Subaru Forester?

Handling: Amazing handling, this car feels like it's bolted to the road at all times.


Reliability & durability: Bought it with 174k, runs like a new one. My mechanic said it will run to 300k without any issues. Just change the oil & timing belt (every 100k).


Brand reputation & image: I have numerous friends with Subarus, all of them have had amazing great reliability with few, if any problems.


Driving position & visibility: One great feature is this car really doesn't have a blind spot, very easy to see all around while driving.


Why Not the Subaru Forester?

Powertrain performance: I can see where having a turbo version would be a bit more fun to drive.


Quietness: Some wind noise at high speeds on the interstate.


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