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Subaru Forester Prices Paid and Buying Experience

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New 09 2.5x Premium Manual. How did I do? by witxp
Oct 08, 2008 (6:17 pm)
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Did I do well on this purchase? First time buying a car.
 
2009 2.5x Premium Manual
Only extra is the Cargo cover and PZEV
 
The dealer claimed it was at memo price
She took Invoice and subjected the dealer holdback of $924.00
 
MSRP: $23,926.00
Invoice: $22,511.00
TMV: $23,561.00
Paid: $21.843.00 + TTL
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2008 Subaru Forester by alamocity
Oct 08, 2008 (9:55 pm)
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I recently found a dealership that has a 2008 Forester X model with auto for $16,932 and wanted to check what others thought of the price.
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Re: 2008 Subaru Forester [alamocity] by ateixeira
Oct 09, 2008 (9:09 am)
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Replying to: alamocity (Oct 08, 2008 9:55 pm)

It's a steal. Go for it.
 
New 2009s start at around $19k, so you're getting a $2000 discount, though it is the previous generation model.
 
I'd say that is a fair discount.
 
Now you have to decide - do you want a bargain 2008? Or would you rather just spend more and get the new and improved 2009?
 
Totally your call.
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Re: 2008 Subaru Forester [alamocity] by packrfan
Oct 09, 2008 (11:46 am)
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Replying to: alamocity (Oct 08, 2008 9:55 pm)

The price sounds great but as noted, don't fail to look at 09 next gen model. It's a substantial upgrade in some key respects: ride quality, interior noise and dimensions, performance (I know engine hasn't changed but performance seems better) and amenities.
Your decision is on price vs. improved product. We traded in earlier forestor for 09 and would do it again.
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Re: 2008 Subaru Forester [ateixeira] by alamocity
Oct 09, 2008 (12:29 pm)
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Replying to: ateixeira (Oct 09, 2008 9:09 am)

Thanks for the feedback. I was surprised that they had any 08 model's left but they just moved their dealership here and guess they are trying to move them out. The 09's with auto start out at $20,668 so will definitely give it some serious thought.
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Re: 2008 Subaru Forester [packrfan] by alamocity
Oct 09, 2008 (12:36 pm)
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Replying to: packrfan (Oct 09, 2008 11:46 am)

Thanks for the feedback. I haven't had a chance to drive the 09 model yet but the initial quote on a bare bones X model with auto is $20,668 so something I'll definitely have to give some thought to. What basic amenities would you recommend?
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Re: New 09 2.5x Premium Manual. How did I do? [witxp] by p0926
Oct 09, 2008 (1:48 pm)
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Replying to: witxp (Oct 08, 2008 6:17 pm)

Did I do well on this purchase?
 
I'd say yo got an excellent deal. Congratulations!
 
-Frank
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Re: 2008 Subaru Forester [alamocity] by jeffmc
Oct 09, 2008 (11:26 pm)
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Replying to: alamocity (Oct 09, 2008 12:36 pm)

All-weather mats, cargo tray, retractable cargo cover, roof rack base + aero cross bars, and rear bumper cover are must-haves, for me. (The cargo tray, cargo cover & roof rack were standard on '08s, I believe.) Many of these things are available in packages that are cheaper than ala carte. You can see packages and their invoice & MSRP prices here:
http://www.cars101.com/subaru/forester/forester2009.html#option%20packages
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Re: 2008 Subaru Forester [alamocity] by packrfan
Oct 10, 2008 (4:53 am)
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Replying to: alamocity (Oct 09, 2008 12:36 pm)

All-weather mats cargo tray, retractable cargo cover are all must-haves for me & can be purchased cheaper online (although shipping can be an issue from some suppliers) Rear bumper cover will limit damage and is dealer installed or POA. I got aero bars but honestly have almost never use rack on either of 2 Sub's - you may tho. Autodimming/compass mirror is really nice unless you have GPS. Value of splash guards are debatable by some but I got them. Some say the sound upgrades are worhwhile but I think stock is acceptible, especially compared to previous gen which was crp. Most else is optional/up to you, imo.
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Is now the time to buy? by fsrph
Oct 10, 2008 (5:22 am)
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Hi,
 
    I'm new here and to be honest with you I was considering buying other cars but I passed a Subaru dealership and was very impressed with the 09 Forester. I did some research and here is what I would prefer:
 
2.5x with Premium package
Manual trans.
Bumper Protection package (maybe)
Red or Blue color
 
  I thought that with the economy like it is that the dealers would be willing to deal. I see good sales prices posted here but dealers aren't offering me a good price, at lease not yet. My questions are:
 
1. I am having a very hard time locating a vehicle with just the few options listed above. I could find a manual trans in the color I want but with a lot of options that I don't want. When I ask if they could order one equipped as above they say they would rather sell one that is on the lot. Are dealers not ordering cars because they are having a hard time selling the ones on their lot?
 
2. With the economy seems to be getting worse, does anyone know if Subaru ever offers rebates on 2009's? The only rebates I see them offering is on 2008 models. Or do they rarely, if ever offer rebates on 2009 models?
 
     I was looking at a Toyota and even they are offering good discounts and rebates. I priced a 2009 Matrix-S, sticker was $21,500 and their 1st price offered was $19,500 ($1000 discount + $1000 rebate) which I thought was pretty good. I guess my question is does anyone see Subaru offering rebates on a 2009 Forester in Nov or December?
 
Thanks,
 
Frank

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