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2011 Subaru Forester

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BRITTANY G.
2011 Subaru Forester
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09/16/2021
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Very good find!

I was surprised at how well the dealership was able to detail the car. Made it look as best as it could after the very hard use of the previous owners. I felt like I walked away with a new car despite a couple of dings and scratches which were hardly noticeable after they finished with it. I was very happy with the service as well. New brakes and tires allowed the car to run very smooth. All around it's in very good shape considering it's 10 years old. I had a pre-purchase inspection done and the dealership is honoring their 5 day guarantee to fix 2 issues that came up. That just makes it all the more worth it!
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BONNIE H.
2011 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
10/20/2021
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Reliable

Drove across the country recently and faced all kinds of severe weather, traffic snarls and bumpy roads. My Subaru took it all in stride without any problems! Makes a good camper too. Just fold down the back seats, put in a mattress and you got a bed . In love this SUV !
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WAYNE H.
2011 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
11/22/2021
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great car.

We really like this car. We bought it new. It had a few issues over the years but they were taken care of promptly. The passenger seat could have been a little higher.We will definitely buy another Forester.
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MICHAEL H.
2011 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
11/23/2021
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Bought our Subaru used, approx. 45,000 miles, in 2014.

This car has been a excellent vehicle. Keep it serviced by Subaru Service Dept. at Gresham Dealership as recommended by the Service Department. All employees there are friendly & very helpful. Thank you so much !!!!
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Linda S.
2011 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/31/2022
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Never had any major needs.love the ride

I would again own another Subaru but not now with ridiculous cost of vehicles.Waiting for the right time know what I want next go around.It’s the first Subaru I’ve ever owned and I’ve been very pleased
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JERRY V.
2011 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
06/08/2023
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Smooth

The car has been great! All kinds of bells and whistle’s. Good mileage also! Good for families and dogs. It was a great buy. I would recommend this car to anyone who is looking for a car for your family this is the type of car for you.
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Dave M.
2011 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
07/15/2023
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2011 Subaru Forester

I purchased my Subaru used to get up and down Bear Mountain in the snow. This car does not disappoint. With All terrain tires I have had great performance in all weather, even the blizzard we had last winter.
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JUDITH L.
2011 Subaru Forester
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
05/28/2015

I LOVE my Forester!

That's pretty much it.
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TONY F.
2011 Subaru Forester
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
03/29/2017

dependable

Vehicle has been reliable and dependable.
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TONY F.
2011 Subaru Forester
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02/28/2018
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reliable with minimal repairs or upkeep

reliable with minimal repairs or upkeep quality interior with seats and carpets. full sun roof that operates nicely. foot room lacking between brake and gas pedals. good pickup and speed. Able to tow motorcycle and trailer easily.
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NASON R.
2011 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
03/11/2018
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2011 Forester

Have a 2011 Forester. Nice vehicle. Smooth ride. Comfortable. Haven't had any problems with it. A few less bells and whistles than some other cars in the same space, but we had a Subaru before and went with it again. Wish it got better gas mileage, though. Averages low 20's.
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JAMES B.
2011 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
04/02/2019
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2019 Forester

I was given the new Forester as a loaner while myCar was having recall work done. I liked that the car is a little bigger than our Forester. It drove quite a bit the same as or 2010,however, I didn’t like the roadway sensors-they seemed to be beeping quite a lot, and distracting....The heated seats are not a feature I would add to a new car...also, really don’t like the “moon” roof...
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Bruce C.
2011 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
09/19/2019
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An example of Nate’s picky side

Lol it was purchased from Nate’s long enough ago its loan is paid off. It runs great as all there regular used cars seem to. I am suspicious that it may result from their willingness to repair replace what’s wrong before you see it. Again they stand behind what they do and sell.
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Lisa A.
2011 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
02/20/2020
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Great car, except for the oil issue...

I want to love my Forester, and I do, for the most part. But, the constant need to to "top off" the oil between changes is annoying and expensive. The car drives great, gets me through all kinds of ice and snow, and it feels safe.
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Leon W.
2011 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
04/01/2020
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Good vehicle, burns a lot of oil

I have enjoyed my Forester. It has a known problem with burning oil excessively. It burns 1 quart every 500 miles. I’ve been dealing with this issue for the last 50,000 miles. While this is a pain, I’d rather spend $6 for a quart of oil periodically that spend the money for a new car. Despite this issue, the car has run reliably for 156,000 miles. I plan to drive it for another 100,000 with the support of the Red Ridge guys!!
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Kathy K.
2011 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
04/07/2020
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Loud interior. Hard to hear phone conversation on Bluetooth.

Poor gas mileage-All wheel drive I was told after buying. Car fits me well, 5’2” wahine. Has held up well. Easy to drive. Was thinking of 2019 CRV for more trunk and interior space. Decided it might be too big for me? Subaru has been very reliable. Overall it’s been a good car.
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Kathy C.
2011 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
05/18/2020
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Subaru Forester 2011

My 2011 Subaru Forester has been a very reliable car. For the price, it is worth every penny, especially since Subaru is highly rated for safety. In hindsight I wish I had bought the turbo version because I prefer faster acceleration. Sometimes it doesn’t accelerate properly. Also with no cabin insulation the interior gets much hotter than my previous vehicle. Seats aren’t padded much, so I have to use a cushion for comfort. But overall it is a great car with minor issues.
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MARK H.
2011 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
04/10/2021
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Car had an oil use issue that was repaired but a new small oil leak started.

Overall a good vehicle that does well in the snow. Subaru repaired the original engine around 50k for excessive oil consumption under warranty. After that new leaks occurred and it seems like this model year may not be up to the standard for them. Current mileage is 171k and still is running strong minus the small oil leak after most of the other leaks were repaired.
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Heidi S.
2011 Subaru Forester
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07/15/2021
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Used Forester2011

Overall, I love my Forester! I bought it used with fairly low mileage. It’s served me pretty well. I have discovered that it burns oil, which apparently was an issue with this particular model and year. It’s comfortable and easy to drive. No blind spots as with a sedan. I love my Subaru’s! This one just may be a lemon!
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Shirley L.
2011 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
07/24/2021
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What in the world is this?

This vehicle lacks all the amenities I had with my Chrysler 300 M Special so it's hard for me to give it a great rating. However, that said, it has faithfully performed and was a very good buy at the time.
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