Subaru Forester (2002 - 2008) 2.0 XT 5d Auto (2003/03) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Practical yet likes to enjoy the driving experience

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

Father is jealous as he always wanted a Sub but has so far never bought one. Wife loves the car despite it being an estate which she had always previously loathed

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes. It is a wonderful package.

What are you likely to buy next?

Going to keep this one awhile (hopefully)

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

January 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

I got a great deal due to being fully informed thanks to Parkers (and some other sites)

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Wrote off previous car

What was the dealer like?

Very helpful

What's it like to drive?

Very responsive in all aspects, steering, acceleration, braking etc

What's it like to park?

Far easier than I expected. Easier than previous car (Mitsibushi Carisma)

Have you had any problems with the car?

So far nothing gone wrong. Car is fully dealer serviced and low mileage for age

What's most practical about your car?

Good size without being enormous

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Heated seats on a cold morning, mmmmmmm