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2008 Subaru Forester
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near
Seattle, WA
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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2008 Subaru Forester Sports 2.5 X
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These guys are the best!
Motorcar west was great! Got back to me right away and answered my questions. I’m super excited to be driving my new 2004 Corvette just in time for Spring!
I'm surprised at the ride
I had low expectations the previous one was no power but sure footed. This one has lots more power and the same sure footed feeling in all weather. I've been converted to a Subaru fan. Not for myself but for my kids.






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Highly recommended
Amazing customer service Alex and Steve were so great treat you like family. I bought a Subaru Impreza 2008 with low mileage it had some maintenance issues they took care of it immediately I'm very happy.
still running after 190,000
We got the 2008 LL Bean Forester because we heard the Forester was a safe car and with a little 5 year old I wanted to be sure we would be safe. I had no idea how much I would love this car. I was not planning on the LL Bean but when I test drove the regular Forester and then the LL Bean it was obvious that I had to get the LL Bean. As soon as I sat in the seats, I knew I want that car. The seats on the LL Bean Forester was like a big comfy easy chair. The only issue I have is I wish the center armrest extended forward more. I'm short so I sit up close to the wheel and my elbow can't reach the center armrest. However, I still love the LL Bean even more than my 20017 Forester but since my son who is now 16 needed a safe car to drive, I gave him the LL Bean.





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2008 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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Good service every time I came.
Good service every time I came. I will come b?ch for the next service, thank you all. I will recommend to friends and family
I have yet to be disappointed.
I purchased my 2008 Forester L.L.Bean used, with about 191k on the clock. At that point I would assume its been decently broken in, but it looks and feels like new. The steering is very responsive, the suspension is somewhat soft as you would expect being that it is a family wagon, not a sports car. Comfortable soft, not worn out. The interior, while simple and clean in design, is very well made. Unlike the dull gray in other models, the Bean has a bold black and tan color scheme, with appropriate use of leather and suede that still show well 11 years later, and feels more luxurious than my 2003 Mini Cooper S. If I had to complain about anything, I would say its the acceleration and throttle response, which are perhaps par for the course. Having come from a decent history of sports cars, the performance does leave a bit to be desired, but all in all my 2008 L.L.Bean Forester has proven to be one of the most comfortable and most reliable vehicles I've owned.






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2008 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Premium
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These guys are great.
These guys are great. Very honest and trustworthy. They delivered on all their promises. Both the car and the service were excellent.
The second most dependable vehicle I owned.
Metes all my needs. It could use 2-3 more 12 volts receptacles up front on the dash somewhere. ( for radar detector, for charging cell phone and a heated coffee travel mug. I own a 2003 subura baja truck.






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I would like to take the time to Thank Alphorn Ford for a
I would like to take the time to Thank Alphorn Ford for a Wonderful experience. The sales person Ken was very personable, and a joy to work with. Dustin in finance also made my purchase very easy. I purchased a Ford Escape and I am loving it. Thank you Alphorn Ford. I will definitely use you in the future. Your Staff is all Exceptional, Friendly, Personable and easy to deal with. Many Thanks. Cathy, from Oregon WI
It's a Subaru with a lot of life still in it!!
This car has served my needs for the past 5 years and 9 months. Never a break down or tow during ownership from 54,000 - 127,000 miles. The Forester is still built in Japan! An issue with the motor using oil was settled with the previous owner at 36,000 miles with a short block replacement. This new motor still uses no oil to the point of ever needing to add additional between oil changes. I've driven back and forth over the passes on I-70 in Colorado. Driven through snow and extreme weather with substantial success. Hey, It's a Subaru. It's still the best All Wheel Drive system out there.






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2008 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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Just an easy processes.
Just an easy processes. Bought a car for my daughter fer month ago it was a 2015 Honda Accord. Everything worked out great. Car runs like a champ and my daughter is very happy with it. Thank you Kbb






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2008 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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Great prices, easy process. Always available to co
Easy going, no pressure. Had all the info needed for the vehicle. Process went smoothly.Vehicle was ready when we got there and no issues with the sale.






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2008 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Premium
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Quality cars and commitment at good prices.
Quality cars and commitment at good prices. Fair and honest, did all the paperwork for a quick and smooth closing. Far exceeded expectations.






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2008 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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Stormin Norman and the team at Victory Motors took great
Stormin Norman and the team at Victory Motors took great care of me and made buying a used truck a great experience. Their high level of customer service made it a great user experience and I highly recommend them for all your automotive needs! Awesome people here at Victory Motors!






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2008 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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I bought a Toyota Camry 2021 from them they saved me a
I bought a Toyota Camry 2021 from them they saved me a lot of money on the finance with very competitive rates. They offer warranty a d service them cars. Great people and we would come back to deal with them.






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2008 Subaru Forester Sports 2.5 X
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Great car buying experience!
My family has been buying cars from Mt. Pleasant Auto Sales for years. I recently bought another vehicle from John and couldn’t be happier. Most used car salesmen are slimy and only out for themselves, but he made sure I got a great deal on a great car. I really can’t say enough good about my experience.






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2008 Subaru Forester Sports 2.5 X
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Love this dealership!
Great experience at this local dealership. Most of my deal was done over the phone and online. My experience with the whole team was great from the very beginning, I love my new Audi q5 purchase. I will continue to purchase from this dealership and will continue to recommend them!
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2008 Subaru Forester Sports 2.5 X
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Sales was great.
Marcus in sales was outstanding. Very professional and did not rush the process and answered all questions me and my wife could think of. We leased 2 toyotas a tacoma and a corolla the only problem I have is I could not think of all the questions about leasing a vehicle like what happens at the end of lease when we want to lease 2 new toyota vehicles and you should be told about adding items to your vehicle when it is leased. My truck is the plain version no nav no heated seats no sensors. But after doing research I found you can't add anything not even a dash cam to your vehicle. Very dissatpointed in that aspect.
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2008 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Premium
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Fantastic place to buy from
No pressure sent car up from Springs location to make it easier on us, Let us look it over, drive it, never any pressure. Andy and Shana are great Also a great family owned business, no haggling, no hidden costs you need to stop in and check for you next car here!!!
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2008 Subaru Forester 2.5X
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Thank you!!!
First I just want to give a big shout out and huge thank you to Christina, Ben, Aaron and Audrey for getting me back into a Wrangler. Last week I noticed advertisements on great sales revolving jeeps. I was upside down in a loan with a vehicle that I truly wasn't happy with... So I checked out Perkins Motors (as I have heard nothing but great things about this dealership) and decided to just give it a shot and see if getting back into a Wrangler was even a possibility. I reached out and heard back fairly quickly. The application process was super easy, you could even upload photos of your vehicle which helps get you extra money towards the trade. I told them exactly what I could afford with my current situation and this team of incredible people made sure to get me into a Wrangler. And not just any wrangler mind you, they made sure I got one that had everything I initially asked for plus more. It's definitely a different process I might add you, as you can't exactly test drive vehicles with the this Covid19 evolving in the world. But the process was super smooth. They sent me tons of photos of the jeep, the window sticker, videos, I mean seriously any piece of information needed just so I knew what I was getting into. And I didn't have to wait to get my jeep, once the approval process was over they had a driver bring the vehicle to me, all the way to Denver metro and to my work!!! Again, Christina, Ben, Aaron and Audrey thank you so very much for all the effort you put into this process in order to get me back into a wrangler! Life is Good!!!






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Although I did not end up buying a vehicle from Shelby Motor Cars, they have a fairly wide selection of cars with high mileage which was what I was looking for. When you put money down on a vehicle, make sure it is very clear what is to be fixed on the Buyer's Order and ensure everything was done before accepting delivery. My salesman was Peter, he did not return one phone call and my interest started slipping then. I spoke to another salesman, Mo(?), who told me dealer policy is money cannot be EFT'd into dealership's account, so I'd had enough and that killed the deal right there. There seem to be many phone numbers associated with the dealership which is great, but they ALL go unanswered, so what's the point? Again, the cars are what's important, and the vehicles they carry are as good as can be expected with the mileage. If you're on a budget, this appears to be a decent place to go. Apparently you must be willing to be persistent, which I was not.
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Model year | Prices from | Deals |
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2025 Subaru Forester | $29,417 | 19 Good deals |
2024 Subaru Forester | $24,997 | 28 Good deals |
2022 Subaru Forester | $26,499 | 5 Good deals |
2020 Subaru Forester | $12,999 | 9 Good deals |
2019 Subaru Forester | $17,499 | 8 Good deals |
2018 Subaru Forester | $14,997 | 6 Good deals |
2016 Subaru Forester | $12,833 | 9 Good deals |
2015 Subaru Forester | $7,995 | 6 Good deals |
About the 2008 Subaru Forester
2.5 X shown (base trim).
- Seating
- 5
- Door count
- 4
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel drive
- Combined MPG
- 0
- Transmission
- M/T
- Engine
- 173.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)

How much does the 2008 Subaru Forester cost?
The 2008 Subaru Forester price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2008 Forester is $6,909, with pricing starting at $3,295.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2008 Subaru Forester?
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Is the 2008 Subaru Forester reliable?
The 2008 Subaru Forester has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2008 Forester owners.
Is the 2008 Subaru Forester a good SUV?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 2008 Subaru Forester.
- Comfort 4.2
- Interior 4.1
- Performance 4.6
- Value 4.5
- Exterior 4.3
- Reliability 4.7
88% of drivers recommend this car
- Comfort 4.2
- Interior 4.1
- Performance 4.6
- Value 4.5
- Exterior 4.3
- Reliability 4.7
Sports X (2 styles)
Style | |
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4dr Auto Sports X | 4dr Man Sports X |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $22,495 | Starting at $21,695 |
Combined MPG | |
0 | 0 |
Engine | |
173.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 173.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
Sports XT (2 styles)
Style | |
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4dr Man Sports XT | 4dr Auto Sports XT |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $26,995 | Starting at $27,995 |
Combined MPG | |
0 | 0 |
Engine | |
224.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 224.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
X (2 styles)
Style | |
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4dr Man X | 4dr Auto X |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $21,195 | Starting at $21,995 |
Combined MPG | |
0 | 0 |
Engine | |
173.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 173.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
X L.L. Bean Ed (1 style)
Style |
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4dr Auto X L.L. Bean Ed |
Inventory price |
Starting at $26,695 |
Combined MPG |
0 |
Engine |
173.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
X w/Premium Pkg (2 styles)
Style | |
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4dr Auto X w/Premium Pkg | 4dr Man X w/Premium Pkg |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $23,495 | Starting at $22,695 |
Combined MPG | |
0 | 0 |
Engine | |
173.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 173.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XT Ltd (2 styles)
Style | |
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4dr Auto XT Ltd | 4dr Man XT Ltd |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $28,895 | Starting at $27,895 |
Combined MPG | |
0 | 0 |
Engine | |
224.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 224.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
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