Feature Packed Forester

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Feature Packed Forester

Post by Subactive » Tue Feb 19, 2013 8:17 am

The 2013 Subaru Forester is packed with new features; X-Mode and Automatic rear tail gate being two of the standouts. For a great review on the new Forester and it's features check out: http://www.caradvice.com.au/203546/2013 ... er-review/

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Post by Subactive » Tue Feb 19, 2013 8:19 am

What is better value new 2013 Forester or the discounted prices from the 2012 sale models?

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Post by pezimm » Tue Feb 19, 2013 1:49 pm

Oh, here we go again...

By the way, if this is Subaru Australia, we want a new Brumby!!
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Post by Gannon » Tue Feb 19, 2013 3:42 pm

Can I have a detailed technical explanation of how Xdrive works? Is it the same MPT clutch pack that previous models have used, but with selectable preset lookup tables to suit different conditions,.. or is it a new transfer system along the lines of VTD/DCCD?
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Post by Subyroo » Tue Feb 19, 2013 4:47 pm

No 2.5 Manual plus the ongoing issues with the DPF on the diesel are the breakers for me, I'll stick with my 03 XS thanks all the same.
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Post by steptoe » Tue Feb 19, 2013 5:22 pm

was talking to a guy who bought last yeasr Diesel Foz , mentioned DPF problems and he finished off by saying drive it hard, no short trips too often, blah, blah, it is all in the owners handbook apparently

Subactive, show us your subie

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Post by Subyroo » Tue Feb 19, 2013 5:31 pm

steptoe wrote:was talking to a guy who bought last yeasr Diesel Foz , mentioned DPF problems and he finished off by saying drive it hard, no short trips too often, blah, blah, it is all in the owners handbook apparently

Subactive, show us your subie
Short trips is about all I do these days, so that kills off the prospect of a diesel.
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Post by 60766244 » Tue Feb 19, 2013 6:36 pm

While I am not a fan of constant advertising.

That Forester looks rather pretty - it needed a facelift as good as that.

Also, When do we get a new Brumby?
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Post by pezimm » Tue Feb 19, 2013 7:00 pm

Subactive, while we have your attention, can you tell me if the new Forester can take 16-inch wheels? Do they fit over the front brake calipers?

It would certainly make our life easier when off-roading...
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New Brumby ...

Post by Bantum » Tue Feb 19, 2013 7:23 pm

pezimm wrote: ... Oh, we want a new Brumby !! ...
60766244 wrote: ... Also, When do we get a new Brumby ? ...
Ha - me too ! + See here for more on the XV-UTE ... :)

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Post by El_Freddo » Tue Feb 19, 2013 8:19 pm

pezimm wrote:Subactive, while we have your attention,
Highly doubtful!!!!

I reckon you'll find these same posts on other forums too.

I want to see a pic of their subaru(s) that have a history with him/her.

Sick of this type of advertising - this is really what it is when it all boils down.

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