one eye Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 Yesterday My soon to be Wife and I took a drive out to Anacortes, on the way back we figured we would go look, Look at new cars. Of course the first dealership we would go to would have to be the Subaru one, so we started looking at the New Legacys. They wern't what Tami was wanting so we ended up walking by the new 09 foresters, I never really cared for them to much but the 09's look good....... So we bought the silvery gray one for $26,000 bucks. And got rid of the 8MPG Dodge pickup. Here is what she looks like. I took these pics about 15 mins ago so they are fresh. This is the 3rd one sold in Skagit Co so far, and this one just landed 2 days ago! Hope you enjoy!!!! Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucky92 Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 Congrats!!!! It has alot of the 08 Imppy styling so I am kinda partial... Sweet Sweet Forester.. Like the 09s so much better then any of the previous years! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rverdoold Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 Had seen it last week when i the crashed outback at the dealer. Also the new outback diesel was in. I like the new forester a lot, it lost its 'i am a japanese looking car' a lot. Wishing i could buy them in dollars, omg $ 26k. Its over 30k euros over here that hurts a lot. Good luck with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 Had seen it last week when i the crashed outback at the dealer. Also the new outback diesel was in.I like the new forester a lot, it lost its 'i am a japanese looking car' a lot. Wishing i could buy them in dollars, omg $ 26k. Its over 30k euros over here that hurts a lot. Good luck with it 30 k Euros, is that with or without Eurozone VAT (Value Added Tax). Is VAT really 18% in the Netherlands? OUCH!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brus brother Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 I like the 09 Forresters. They give the impression of an Imprezza on steroids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gloyale Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 Had seen it last week when i the crashed outback at the dealer. Also the new outback diesel was in.I like the new forester a lot, it lost its 'i am a japanese looking car' a lot. Wishing i could buy them in dollars, omg $ 26k. Its over 30k euros over here that hurts a lot. Good luck with it Wish I could buy an Outback Diesel. I think the Dual Exhasut is the coolest thing about the new Forrester. But now that the Forrester is a bloated Highway cruiser, when is Subaru gonna introduce the new "utility" model? I'm thinking of an Outback or Tribeca platform with styling and ground clearance something between a Honda Ridgeline and a Toyota FJ Cruiser. Like a Baja on steroids. But without too much in the bell and whistle dept. Or even just a lightly lifted, Dual Range, steel wheel, stripped down version of the Forrester would be great, but it seems like they are going the opposite direction. The new Subarus just don't look *TOUGH* like they used to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
one eye Posted March 30, 2008 Author Share Posted March 30, 2008 Wish I could buy an Outback Diesel. I think the Dual Exhasut is the coolest thing about the new Forrester. But now that the Forrester is a bloated Highway cruiser, when is Subaru gonna introduce the new "utility" model? I'm thinking of an Outback or Tribeca platform with styling and ground clearance something between a Honda Ridgeline and a Toyota FJ Cruiser. Like a Baja on steroids. But without too much in the bell and whistle dept. Or even just a lightly lifted, Dual Range, steel wheel, stripped down version of the Forrester would be great, but it seems like they are going the opposite direction. The new Subarus just don't look *TOUGH* like they used to. This does not look tough at all, 13" tires and no power But with a lot of work They do. I do not plan on doing this at all to the forester. (anytime soon) Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gloyale Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 This does not look tough at all, 13" tires and no power But with a lot of work They do. I do not plan on doing this at all to the forester. (anytime soon) Jeff I realized after poting that maybe you didn't want to hear Poo-Pooing of the new car. sorry. I'm sure it' a great car, it' a Subaru. Honestly though. I think the Brat looks tough, even with 13s. Look like it belongs in the desert on a dirt road. Forrester looks like it should be at a drive thru espresso booth. Although the rear end does have a nice Landcruiser/LX450 look to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forester2002s Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 What is that roof-mounted antenna used for? Radio? Cell-phone? GPS? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
one eye Posted March 30, 2008 Author Share Posted March 30, 2008 I think it is for the raido and sat. radio. Not to sure yet though, We have to go back to the dealership in about 45 mins so I'll know more about it after that. I just hope I end up with a bunch of subaru hats and stuff. No I think we are going to learn a whole bunch of stuff about the car I'm excited. This is the first car we have ever bought brand new. We got it with 22 miles and we are up to 55 miles now!! Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
one eye Posted March 30, 2008 Author Share Posted March 30, 2008 I realized after poting that maybe you didn't want to hear Poo-Pooing of the new car. sorry. I'm sure it' a great car, it' a Subaru. Honestly though. I think the Brat looks tough, even with 13s. Look like it belongs in the desert on a dirt road. Forrester looks like it should be at a drive thru espresso booth. Although the rear end does have a nice Landcruiser/LX450 look to it. This car is not really for me it's for the fiance. I have long hair in the fashion of a Mullet, There for I belong in a Brat or 89 touring Wagon:) , meanwhile my fiance is a superviser at a doctors office, She is the one that will be driving this thing the most. She gets all dressed up and looks very professional and is very professional , so she will fit right in with this rig. I don't see this thing going up to Walker Valley for a mud run or anything like that, So it'll fit with her a lot better than it would me. I probably won't even get to put my Iron Maiden Cd's in this one:lol: . But the main thing is, We have the driveway full of subaru's now, Except one Ford Ranger witch is on it's way out of here this next week. I like the Idea of a Subaru Only house hold. My Mom and Dad are coming up to the dealership with us today to. My Dad is thinking about getting a Legacy. So maybe we can get the whole family to covert from Crappy GM and dodge cars and trucks to the gloriuos World of Subaru:lol: Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3eyedwagon Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 convert from Crappy GM and dodge cars:lol: Jeff Go easy now, didn't you trade a Dodge in on that Forrester??? Looks good man. Completely different body style from what I had in mind, but it looks cool. PS: You can thank GM for that body styling, they hired the guy who designed it shortly beforing selling to TOYOTA like a bunch of window licking nancy's!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3eyedwagon Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 Jeff I think we both know what needs to be done here...... I'll go get the cans of flat black spray paint. You and Tami start taking off the hood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
audio_file Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 I think we both know what needs to be done here...... I'll go get the cans of flat black spray paint. You and Tami start taking off the hood. :lol: :lol: "it's not a Jeffmobile until it has a murdered hood" . . . you said it yourself jeff . . . where's the krylon?! can't wait to see it monday! chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durania Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 I sat in the 09 last time I was at the dealership and loved it. I am glad to see that you bought actual wheels and not the hubcaps that was on the white one I seen. I wish they would have went with a different style of tail lights though, I am about tired of the altezza look. They have a ton of room cabin wise and cargo wise. If you got the 5MT, you need to check out the black shifter knob they offer, its pretty sweet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
screwbaru2 Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Nice ride! I'm glad my wife doesn't go on the USMB! She'd be haunting me for one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chef_tim Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Nice score:headbang: :headbang: We went back for a second look at them but side by side with the Outback they just don't have the cargo space we needed. What trim level did you get it in??? Later, Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
one eye Posted March 31, 2008 Author Share Posted March 31, 2008 The one We got was one step up from the bottom one. There was no way I was going to Get the one with hubcaps. Those are Cheap cheap cheap looking. It also is an AT with the sport shift it's pretty cool. Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheYeti Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Nice! Your story sounds just like my wife and me. We went down to look into a new Outback. Turns out they don't have a moonroof unless you get the limited or the XT package, and that also includes leather. Bad news bears if you have a dog. We walked by the Foresters in the lot and after a test drive, ended up buying an '08 Forester XT Sports. A big big moonroof for her and a super fun turbo for me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gloyale Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Turns out they don't have a moonroof unless you get the limited or the XT package, and that also includes leather. Bad news bears if you have a dog. I prefer leather seats with my dogs. Of course, my dog are very shaggy and hairy. It is much easier to get the hair off and mud off. Besides, they mostly stay behind the Seperator in the trunk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheYeti Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 I prefer leather seats with my dogs. Of course, my dog are very shaggy and hairy. It is much easier to get the hair off and mud off. Besides, they mostly stay behind the Seperator in the trunk. Our problem was getting the slobber / nose drippies off before it dryed up and makes a stain in the leather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
one eye Posted March 31, 2008 Author Share Posted March 31, 2008 Ya we got three dogs, so it will be nice to be able to put them in the back area there with a doggy gate. For once they will have to leave me alone while I drive:banana: . Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott in Bellingham Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 I don't see this thing going up to Walker Valley for a mud run or anything like that, Jeff Jeff give it a few years, and a few dents , it will go :brow: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
one eye Posted March 31, 2008 Author Share Posted March 31, 2008 Jeff give it a few years, and a few dents , it will go :brow: It's gonna be a long while before that happens Scott. Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subarupusher Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 My sister will be picking up a new Forester tomorrow. We test drove a couple of them over the past few weeks and were very impressed. They definitely have more head room and the back opening is higher. Rides pretty quiet and the gages look cool. Took the dealer a few days to find the exact color and options that she wanted since they are arriving in bunches and selling in bunches. I took my 01 Forester on some washed out dirt roads and it held its own. The new Forester has at least an inch more of clearance than the 2001. Get some splash guards and you will be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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