99 GT Forester peeling paint and noisey engine
99 GT Forester peeling paint and noisey engine
I was having a look at a GT Forester 230 000km to buy today but the clear coat on the bonnet, roof and tailgate has blistered in large areas and lifted off, does anyone know would this be an expensive repair at a panel shop?
The engine also sounded a bit noisey I mean it's louder than my other Subaru's
The best word to describe it would be rattley like a very milder version of a diesel engine. Not tight and smooth sounding like my current Subi's.
I wasn't that impressed with its get up and go considering it's a turbo 2 l compared to my current normal aspirated 2l Foz. Should it be an eye opening difference?
Lastly power steering was a bit noisey too, any ideas if this is an expensive repair?
The engine also sounded a bit noisey I mean it's louder than my other Subaru's
The best word to describe it would be rattley like a very milder version of a diesel engine. Not tight and smooth sounding like my current Subi's.
I wasn't that impressed with its get up and go considering it's a turbo 2 l compared to my current normal aspirated 2l Foz. Should it be an eye opening difference?
Lastly power steering was a bit noisey too, any ideas if this is an expensive repair?
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Clear coat will need to be refinished - ie repainted ~$2k to 3
Noisy engine = lifters. Search on here for cheap fixes, but not always successful
Power - should impress you...should be a marked difference over a NA subs. Not as quick as the WRX version (milder tune, smaller turbo etc) Even at 230K should pull well (if all is ok with it...)
Power steering - could just be low fluid, or a worn pump ~$200 for a secondhand one.
Sounds like a pup...Would want to be real cheap...
Noisy engine = lifters. Search on here for cheap fixes, but not always successful
Power - should impress you...should be a marked difference over a NA subs. Not as quick as the WRX version (milder tune, smaller turbo etc) Even at 230K should pull well (if all is ok with it...)
Power steering - could just be low fluid, or a worn pump ~$200 for a secondhand one.
Sounds like a pup...Would want to be real cheap...
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Sounds dodgy, as it sounds too cheap.
Oh and you have mail
Oh and you have mail
You know you are getting old when the candles on your birthday cake start to cost more than the cake itself.
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Thanks for the info Sven, how much would you call cheap?
Got your mail RSR555 I'll take a look at the Green Gt and compare power.
Maybe I had higher expectations of a turbo. If it does lack power is this a major issue?
Lady seems genuine not dodgy, she does what her mechanic says and brings it in for service every 5000k's for the past 5 years, she now has a nice new Volvo. I don't think engine noise is a major concern just worn and rattley maybe.
Got your mail RSR555 I'll take a look at the Green Gt and compare power.
Maybe I had higher expectations of a turbo. If it does lack power is this a major issue?
Lady seems genuine not dodgy, she does what her mechanic says and brings it in for service every 5000k's for the past 5 years, she now has a nice new Volvo. I don't think engine noise is a major concern just worn and rattley maybe.
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Clearly not the vehicle for you Mike. Don't be in a rush, the right one is the one you're going to be happy with. Have you taken any more for a drive? I'd suggest you have a look at one in the car yards, as these generally are in better condition than private sales. I'd drive the most expensive one you can find, as this one is usually the lowest kms and in the best condition. This will give you a good benchmark to work from.
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Good idea !RSR 555 wrote: I'd suggest you have a look at one in the car yards, as these generally are in better condition than private sales. I'd drive the most expensive one you can find, as this one is usually the lowest kms and in the best condition. This will give you a good benchmark to work from.
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The best advice you'll ever get when it comes to women or buying cars :pRSR 555 wrote:Don't be in a rush
More good adviceI'd drive the most expensive one you can find, as this one is usually the lowest kms and in the best condition. This will give you a good benchmark to work from.
I have a rule when I'm looking for a new car...I always test drive at least 3-4 before I even think of buying. No matter how good it appears, I always wait till I have an appreciation for the market. What is out there, relative prices & esp what to expect from a particular model. The few times I havent stuck to this, I've always regretted it!
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Good for her, very good for you...LIFTED wrote:She just texted me and has sold it to someone else for $4000
And turbo EJs, should run like a swiss watch - noises that exist happily in a EA81s are mostly terminal in these motors.
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You know you are getting old when the candles on your birthday cake start to cost more than the cake itself.
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Yeah saw that ad, ha ha I like how he's got reduced for the weekend, whats he going to do on Monday put the price back up?RSR 555 wrote:http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/mount-pl ... 1015755260
I went and saw the one you emailed me about, It's sold to someone from Newman who hasn't seen it yet. But he did let me take it for a spin. Sounded and went better than the other one.
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I'm sure he won't but who knows
With the number of Foresters out there for sale, it's amazing how quick the cheaper ones go so fast.
With the number of Foresters out there for sale, it's amazing how quick the cheaper ones go so fast.
You know you are getting old when the candles on your birthday cake start to cost more than the cake itself.
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Even without a turbo??RSR 555 wrote:With the number of Foresters out there for sale, it's amazing how quick the cheaper ones go so fast.
There are a number of them out there, so if you can keep looking for the right one I think you'll be much happier with your decision in the long run!
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