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2009 Subaru Forester

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Protecting the Interior by phdhusky
May 11, 2008 (7:49 pm)
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Does anyone know what the best product is to apply to the dash and plastic to protect it? Also how do you go about scotch gaurding the seats?
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Re: Protecting the Interior [phdhusky] by sgloon
May 11, 2008 (9:04 pm)
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Replying to: phdhusky (May 11, 2008 7:49 pm)

Last time I "scotch guarded" a seat, you could buy a spray can of scotch guard at K-mart or the automotive store, etc. and just spray them. The dealer will offer to scotch guard them for you, for a price, about $600 I was quoted...not worth it imo.
 
As far as the dash, I use "303 Protectant" on my canoes, which I bet would work good on the dash. It has UV protection. It will make your dash slick, so things would slide around on top...but also will make it so the dirt/dust can't stick around.
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Re: Protecting the Interior [phdhusky] by sgloon
May 11, 2008 (9:06 pm)
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Replying to: phdhusky (May 11, 2008 7:49 pm)

PS Scotchguard is a GM product and trademarked. There are other variations out there.
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2009 Forester Price drop by sgloon
May 11, 2008 (10:31 pm)
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Anyone else notice that the MSRP for the 2009 Forester took a dive over the weekend? I was watching the Manual Transmission Premium package (no add ons). It went from 23,160 MSRP to 22,495 MSRP over the weekend. That is down $665! Yeah!!!
 
Invoice is down to 21,171.
 
How low will it go...
 
I don't think they changed the offerings within the packages, but we may want to check.
 
...whoever said he who hesitates...
PS This is per the Edmonds and Subaru website prices.
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Oops!!! Mistake! False Alarm! by sgloon
May 11, 2008 (11:28 pm)
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Sorry all. I think I need to go to bed. The number that popped up didn't include the destination charge. ...I'll have to check further when I have more sleep! Ah, well it was a nice thought!
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Sleep Deprivation (sgloon) by tkay
May 12, 2008 (2:05 am)
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No what you mean. Have to read the fine print. Around here a few a the gas stations are posting gas prices $3.59 (small print CASH ONLY
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New Forester vs. Used RX330 by skeleton
May 12, 2008 (3:30 am)
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I'm a big fan of the new 2009 Forester. However, after doing some research, I see that a used 2004 Lexus RX330 is about the same price as a new Forester.
 
Without getting into the buying new vs. buy used age-old discussion, I was wondering from a pure product comparison basis, how would you compare these two. The way I look at it, with Lexus renowed reliability, it's reasonable to compare these two directly.
 
Looks like the RX330 is a bit larger, better refinement, better towing capacity. The Forester has better fuel economy and perhaps a better AWD system.
 
With about $25K to spend, just wondering whether to opt for the Forester or Lexus.
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Re: New Forester vs. Used RX330 [skeleton] by kdshapiro
May 12, 2008 (4:21 am)
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Replying to: skeleton (May 12, 2008 3:30 am)

Here's my suggestion to your dilemna. Price independent, which vehicle would you choose new? Lexus RX350 or Subaru Forester 2009. Both have their pros and cons, and I personally would not automatically opt for the Lexus, even though it is upscale. If you can honestly say, you would opt for the Lexus, then go for the used RX330. Else, go for the Forester. They are not the same type of car, and you need to think ahead one or two years and how you will feel driving a two year old Forester vs a six year old RX330.
 
IMO, the engine, drivetrain, or AWD shouldn't factor into the equation unless ski resorts are your favorite winter destinations.
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Re: Little patches on exterior [kurtamaxxxguy] by pgb0517
May 12, 2008 (4:35 am)
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Replying to: kurtamaxxxguy (May 11, 2008 5:11 pm)

Thanks to all for the feedback on the little patches. It's good to know I am not alone. I guess the bottom line is, don't mess with 'em. I hope they will not chip, peel, or discolor over time. Anybody with older cars -- do these patches still look OK?
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Re: Little patches on exterior [pgb0517] by jeffmc
May 12, 2008 (11:17 am)
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Replying to: pgb0517 (May 10, 2008 12:50 pm)

Those clear films are a direct result of a problem Subaru was having with chipping paint, due to their new, more environmentally friendly, water-based paint. Enough Impreza owners were having problems that it prompted Subaru to come up with this fix.

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