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My wife calls the car "Lurch", because of the way it shifts. I would never consider buying an auto, but I can tell you the 6 speed manual is a very nice gearbox. 16,000k's and not a shudder. I'm driving to Cairns and back in about a months time and I'll report back if there are any issues along the...

I asked a Suburu salesman and he told me that the problem has been fixed and all new Forester from mid 2011 have a new catalytic convertor that solves the problem and allows normal around town driving. Does anyone else know about this? Matt Hi Matt, I received my diesel at the end of June = one of ...

Any updates from anybody? Although I've never had a problem, I've certainly been watching in interest. Going in for my first service soon though so the car is still very young.

So far just over 8000k's and not a single shudder. Live in Alice Springs and most everyday is over 30c (39 tomorrow) so not sure if heat is the only factor..?

theconcierge wrote:If it is the same as the one in the WRX ( I am sure it is ) than yes, it plays MP3's, you can make folders etc as well

Thanks theconcierge! I've been trying to track that info down everywhere.

Hi all,
I know the 2011 Forester optional nav kit doesn't have USB in.. but does it play MP3's from a CD/DVD?

Thanks to anybody who can help!

suthol wrote:...
Watch this space.

Hi there. Been watching. Any update? How was your trip?