2000 Subaru Forester L review from North America
"Good overall idea, but several small issues that could have been prevented with better parts used"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Passenger side wheel bearing failed at about 40,000 miles and cost about $400 to fix.
One of the CV grease protection boots failed at about 30,000 miles about $200 to fix.
The rear door seal (made of rubber) does not stay stuck to the car well and I had to glue it back on several times.
1 recall for an O2 sensor.
1 recall for the coolant conditioner that is supposed to help the head gasket.
General comments?
Completely reliable car for me. Very roomy inside and can carry a lot of cargo.
The transmission is quirky. Sometimes while slowing to a stop and then accelerating quick the car doesn't know what gear it wants and hesitates slightly. But not a big deal.
Handling is responsive and snow and mud doesn't seem to be much of a problem.
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| I'd still buy another Subaru Forester; the last 40,000 miles have been problem free |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2000 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 48000 miles |
| Previous car | Pontiac Grand Prix |
| Date of Entry | 28th March, 2005 |