Description
Subaru Forester Boxer Diesel -Manual - AWD - SP09 LWD. Excellent all rounder, whether winter driving or summer time adventures.
My Subaru Forester, owned since December 2023 and used daily. It's covered around 40 miles per day, so it's always fully warmed through rather than short-trip use. Maintained as needed and very dependable. Used for plenty of roof tent trips and has a dog cage and boot tray liner.
The Good
Long MOT
Full stainless steel exhaust fitted by Meerkat Exhausts, Kilbirnie
Boxer diesel engine, manual gearbox
Permanent all-wheel drive - excellent in snow, flooding and poor conditions
Heated seats
Bluetooth hands-free kit fitted
Recent tyres
Brake pipes renewed - May 2024
Track rod ends and struts replaced
All wheel bearings done
Sill welding completed for recent MOT
EGR valve replaced
Brakes overhauled - July 2025
Over 42 mpg, even with a large roof tent fitted
2 keys
Tow bar
Quick for a diesel and handles far better than a typical 4x4
Spacious, practical family / adventure car
Service history for my ownership period
The Bad
Possible auxiliary/alternator bearing noise on cold start, quiet once warm
Second key can be temperamental with the alarm
Air conditioning needs a re-gas
Slow puncture on rear driver's side tyre
Cosmetic age-related marks, as expected for the year
Timing belt done prior to my ownership, but no paperwork to confirm
Overall, this is a solid, well-maintained Forester that's still in daily use and ready to go. Great all-rounder with excellent grip, practicality and economy.
Thanks for looking. Happy to answer any questions.