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[Stelcom66]

Finally after a 7 year hiatus, but routinely visiting this site and asking questions, I own a Subaru again. I couldn't eschew the desire. I know I could be asking for trouble with what I got - a 2012 Forester. I'm well aware of the issues with the FB25. I have not yet seen any signs of the cam carrier seals leaking, and have a quart and half of oil stored in the vehicle. Yesterday I checked the oil on a level surface, today in my driveway which slopes down a bit. Did that for reference as I'll be frequently checking the oil in the driveway.

Buying vehicles with cash for years, this is low mileage for me, ~114,500 miles. I used to be a manual transmission fanatic - but I'm really liking the 4EAT. Unlike other 4EATs I've had in the past - this one doesn't seem to downshift at the slightest incline or increase in acceleration. With manual transmission Subarus that I've had (except for the 1985 GL) any minimal fuel savings were offset by clutch or throwout bearing replacements. I realize the efficiency of CVTs and am fine with their operation (had a company SUV with one), buying used as I do I thought it would be better to go with the 4EAT. 

If I was going to be commuting to work 5 days a week for years to come, which is not the case - I probably would have chosen otherwise. One feature I really like is Subaru (and maybe VW) may be exclusive in offering heated cloth seats in that era. That, and windshield and outside mirror deicers will be welcome in the New England winter.