1999 Subaru Forester L review from North America
"We are afraid to take it on a long trip"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Wheel bearings went out at 4 times between 30,000 and 90,000.
General comments?
Very dependable car, except for the wheel bearing problem. We will never purchase another Subaru.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1999 |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 23 miles |
| Most recent distance | 101000 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Cutlass |
| Date of Entry | 19th March, 2006 |