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2004 Subaru Forester
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Champaign, IL
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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So very pleased with my my most recent experience with
So very pleased with my my most recent experience with Rairdon Dodge Marysville. Thanks to Damascus, I was able to get a service appointment in a very timely manner and Lelan was able to find the problem. Getting the part needed was delivered to the company overnight and Lelan had my sweet ol’ girl working in no time! I’m so very grateful to being able to take my Jeep in for service to the company I purchased it from 26 years ago, really puts my mind at ease. You guys are the Greatest 👍🏻
Insanely reliable.
Insanely reliable. Nothing needed to be replaced in the time I’ve had it, and its 20 years old! Currently at 146k miles. Hope to see my specific Forester reach up to the >250k miles mark like many others!
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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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still going after 277K miles
I am the sole owner of a 2004 Forester XS which is still going at 277,000 miles. It has proved to be a reliable car with proper maintenance, and have trusted it so far on many backcountry and off-road adventures. By 2022 standards, the car is just adequately powered, but I was able to tow a #1800 trailer many a time. The engine required an extensive rebuild at 185K miles, which is typical for a Subaru, and the transmission was swapped out for low-miles used transmission at 250K miles - surprising good considering its life history. Road noise/air leaks around the windows are the biggest problem. The sunroof actuator broke mid-life, which was disappointing. Otherwise, a quality car.
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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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Friday Feb.
Friday Feb. 16th, I went in on a spur of the moment to look for a car for my family. I am a single mom of toddler twins, an 8 yr that lives in Cali and a 16 yr old man child. I needed a car with plenty of space, that was reliable to get me to Cali to see my 8 yr old and that was safe for the twins. Jesse was the first to approach me! He was very kind and seemed to understand exactly what my family needed. He showed me their 2015 Ford Flex (I love flex’s so I was mostly already sold!) I took it for a test drive and decided to go for it! She was perfect for my family! I noticed by Sunday the car started to jolt. I had a feeling it was either a misfire in one of the cylinders or the tranny was slipping. By the following Tuesday morning, I went to get coffee before work and the check engine light came on. I emailed the guys there, and calmly voiced my frustration and said that I would be missing work that day to bring it back in. When I pulled back up, I was greeted by Chris and Jesse. I explained to them what had happened. Chris ran a code reader on it, sure enough it was a 4th cylinder misfire! Jesse introduced me to Thor, the mechanic next door and he said he’d get it fixed up! I was so pleased! We went over prices and what it would cost to switch it out. And it was way cheaper than going to Jiffy Lub to have it done there!! Which made me even more happier! Given Kitty (My Flex) was my only transportation, the guys decided to allow me to borrow one of their cars off the lot while Kitty was getting worked on. All of these guys, Jesse, Chris, Drew, Brad and Thor, are all such wonderful people!!! Very friendly! Very welcoming! Willing to listen to frustrations and concerns! Just amazing people!!! By midday Wednesday, Drew calls me on my lunch to inform me that Kitty was all done being worked on and she runs like new! Man, I was so excited to get off work to go pick her up! Drew also told me that they felt that with me only having the car a few days, that it wouldn’t be right to have me pay for the work. I was so shocked and surprised when he said that, I cried!!! Not only did they switch out the bad spark plug, they went ahead and replaced ALL SIX OF THEM!! WHEN I SAY THESE GUYS ARE AMAZING, THATS A HUGE UNDERSTATEMENT!!!!! I would absolutely recommend anyone and everyone to get a car from their lot!!!! They don’t treat you like you’re just another customer, they really treat you and take care of you like family!!!! My Kitty runs soooooooo amazingly!!!! From the very very deepest parts of our hearts, THANK YOU TO ALL FIVE OF YOU GUYS!!!! We sure love our Kitty and I can’t wait to take her to Cali at the end of next month!!!
The subaru forester is a reliable car
It has plenty of leg room as for parts i take mine to subaru to get the parts they are like any other car some parts are expensive but i know i get a great job and have no complaints whatsoever i suppose other garages could do the jobs but with subaru i know il get a great job done and no complaints ..
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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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Everyone was great it took a little time but we got what
Everyone was great it took a little time but we got what we needed thanks
Good performance especially on slippery roads
It's a wonderful car my first Subaru to drive and am satisfied Secondly the stability on the road is good and it's fuel efficient .
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Ben and Kenny were super helpful in getting me approved
Ben and Kenny were super helpful in getting me approved and once I was approved the process was quick and easy. I will send everyone I know to them from now on.
dependable used cars
My previous car had broken down and needed a quick cheap fix to the situation while resolving my finances. I had heard horror stories about used car dealerships so went in as a skeptic. They were nice enough to explain i was buying a used car and to expect a few wear and tear issues. I bought it with the express intention of just owning it for a few months. I took it to my mechanic changed the fluids and it served me well with minimal maintenance for three years before i decided to get another. After this experience and how much i saved i do not see myself buying a brand new car
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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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Yes, I stopped in there looked at the vehicle.
Yes, I stopped in there looked at the vehicle. They had on sale there needed a battery jump. They came out and took care of that. They’re very nice friendly people. I fill out an application. They said thank you for filling the application out and I haven’t heard nothing from him since Did I get the vehicle did they sell it? Did I get any information after I was there nothing
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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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All was good.
All was good. Came to close and hit With a &1500. Dealer fee! Sorry not on this planet!
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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5XS
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WE Love Carter Subaru in Shoreline
We were looking for a pre-owned Certified Forester. Carter Subaru in Shoreline had the car we had been looking for, for over 3 months. Steve, the salesman was kind, not pushy and very knowledgeable of all the tech on our 19 Forester. The purchasing process was easy. We were in and out in less than an hour. It was worth the 3-hr drive from our home in north central WA to Shoreline. Our (my wife's) Outback has a LOT more miles than our (my) "new" 19 Forester, so when our Outback wears out we will be giving Steve a call to find another Outback for my wife. Thanks again Carter Subaru of Shoreline, you're the best !
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Excellent much of people they help my sister-law out very
Excellent much of people they help my sister-law out very well they even pick her up ln Pennsylvania and drove back to dealer ship to take of all paper work thank for your help
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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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Outstanding experience with Prime in Ohio!
Outstanding experience with Prime in Ohio! Buying a car online can be tricky, but Pete was wonderful and went above and beyond for me. Fantastic overall experience!
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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5XS
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Dealing with Kelly Automotive was easy.
Dealing with Kelly Automotive was easy. We purchased a jeep from Bill Hav who was very easy to deal with, and low pressure. If you’re in the market for a vehicle I would highly recommend Kelly Automotive and Bill Hav.
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About the 2004 Subaru Forester
2.5 X shown (base trim).
- Seating
- 5
- Door count
- 4
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel drive
- Combined MPG
- 0
- Transmission
- M/T
- Engine
- 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
How much does the 2004 Subaru Forester cost?
The 2004 Subaru Forester price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2004 Forester is $5,974, with pricing starting at $3,550.
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Is the 2004 Subaru Forester reliable?
The 2004 Subaru Forester has an average reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2004 Forester owners.
Is the 2004 Subaru Forester a good SUV?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 2004 Subaru Forester.
- Comfort 3.9
- Interior 4.0
- Performance 4.2
- Value 4.6
- Exterior 3.9
- Reliability 4.5
93% of drivers recommend this car
- Comfort 3.9
- Interior 4.0
- Performance 4.2
- Value 4.6
- Exterior 3.9
- Reliability 4.5
X (4 styles)
| Style | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr 2.5 X Manual | 4dr 2.5 X Auto | 4dr 2.5 X Auto | 4dr 2.5 X Manual |
| Inventory price | |||
| Starting at $21,020 | Starting at $21,820 | Starting at $21,820 | Starting at $21,020 |
| Combined MPG | |||
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | |||
| 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XS (4 styles)
| Style | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr 2.5 XS Manual | 4dr 2.5 XS Auto | 4dr 2.5 XS Auto | 4dr 2.5 XS Manual |
| Inventory price | |||
| Starting at $23,270 | Starting at $24,070 | Starting at $24,070 | Starting at $23,270 |
| Combined MPG | |||
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | |||
| 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XS w/Prem Pkg & Lthr (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| 4dr 2.5 XS Auto w/Prem Pkg & Lthr | 4dr 2.5 XS Auto w/Prem Pkg & Lthr |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $25,820 | Starting at $25,820 |
| Combined MPG | |
| 0 | 0 |
| Engine | |
| 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XS w/Premium Pkg (4 styles)
| Style | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr 2.5 XS Manual w/Premium Pkg | 4dr 2.5 XS Auto w/Premium Pkg | 4dr 2.5 XS Manual w/Premium Pkg | 4dr 2.5 XS Auto w/Premium Pkg |
| Inventory price | |||
| Starting at $24,270 | Starting at $25,070 | Starting at $24,270 | Starting at $25,070 |
| Combined MPG | |||
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | |||
| 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XT (4 styles)
| Style | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr 2.5 XT Manual | 4dr 2.5 XT Auto | 4dr 2.5 XT Manual | 4dr 2.5 XT Auto |
| Inventory price | |||
| Starting at $25,095 | Starting at $25,895 | Starting at $25,095 | Starting at $25,895 |
| Combined MPG | |||
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | |||
| 210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XT w/Prem Pkg & Lthr (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| 4dr 2.5 XT Auto w/Prem Pkg & Lthr | 4dr 2.5 XT Auto w/Prem Pkg & Lthr |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $27,645 | Starting at $27,645 |
| Combined MPG | |
| 0 | 0 |
| Engine | |
| 210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
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