spring_mountain_high
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quite possibly the worst thing about owning a subaru is the inflexibility of the audio system...that's pretty much my only complaint so far in driving subys for the past 8 years now
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Honda CRV v. Toyota Rav4 v. Subaru Forester
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quite possibly the worst thing about owning a subaru is the inflexibility of the audio system...that's pretty much my only complaint so far in driving subys for the past 8 years now
campgottagopee
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That seems a bit high---I would think you could get it done by a dealer closer to 450
hammer
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What does it mean to be "satellite ready"? With my 2009 Volvo, it was (and is) a matter of just activating the subscription...
campgottagopee
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Pre-wired for the sat stuff
campgottagopee
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Meh, IMO, aftermarket never looks as good as factory and you would not have the same warrnaty coverage---spend the $$$ and get it done from the factory/dealer----much better off in the long run.
spring_mountain_high
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there is little to no aftermarket for subaru...the stereo electric is wired into the heat/ac controls etc and it's tough to get anyone other than the dealer to touch it
Yeah, that's one thing now...they've nixed regular radios for these oddly shaped ones that are the size of a lunch tray. "It doesn't have nav...but the station numbers are 3" high!"
marcski
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I did not get the satellite for my audi, but there is a slot in the audio system which is in the trunk, waiting for it to slide into.
hammer
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Good to know...
"satellite ready" <> "satellite radio installed"
Personally, I'd much rather have an integrated iPod connection. Had the Sirius trial subscription for 6 months...didn't impress me enough to pay $10/month more for.
campgottagopee
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Been nearly a year HPD, couple questions------1. Do you still feel you made the right purchase. 2. How does the Forester handle winter driving conditions. 3. Does the Forester have ample storage. 4. What 3 things DONT you like about your Forester.
highpeaksdrifter
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1. For sure
2. very well, my drive way in Wilmington is long, steep and curvey. Times when I've gotten there after snow, before the plow guy, I've had no trouble getting up it.
3. Yeah, about the same as my CRV. At least it feels that way.
4. I can't really think of any.
Geoff
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I wish all cars came with a USB interface and a radio that understood Apple playlist format. I should just be able to dock my iPod and use the steering wheel controls. I have that on my home AV Receiver. With the Apple talking play list and song title stuff they use on the 3G shuffle, you could even do a reasonable job on the cheap without needing a display.
On my car, the aux audio input is in the glove box. I never got around to rigging up something more permanent so I have a minijack cable dangling out of the glove box.
campgottagopee
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Great, glad you're enjoying your ride----I asked you question 4 for a reason, and I find it very interesting......we had a customer in here a while back who did his car buying research via a mall parking lot by asking Subaru owners (all years and conditions) to tell him 3 "things" they didn't like about their Subie, and according to him, not 1 person named 3 "things". To me that's impressive.
lerops
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Reviving an old thread...
I am finally getting out of the city. Getting a car as well. I am looking at the Forester, but can't decide between the Premium and the Turbo Premium. Any thoughts by someone who might have owned both? I test drove both, but i am looking for a longer term perspective.
And secondly any tips to save on Subaru shopping?
I am finally getting out of the city. Getting a car as well. I am looking at the Forester, but can't decide between the Premium and the Turbo Premium. Any thoughts by someone who might have owned both? I test drove both, but i am looking for a longer term perspective.
And secondly any tips to save on Subaru shopping?
RootDKJ
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Turbo + altitude = 
Edd
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I have had the Premium for a year and pretty much love it. The sunroof and winter package are nice.
I had no desire for the turbo but the expense alone would have kept me from it. Going from memory I think it requires premium gas and it might be less reliable than the base engine as well.
will the diesel be released in the US anytime soon? You would think with the great success that VW has had that Subaru would get in on the action.
Not that I'll be a buyer, it's well documented how I feel about Subarus.
Not that I'll be a buyer, it's well documented how I feel about Subarus.
Edd
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It seems I read why the U.S. has so few diesels from time to time and it goes in one ear and out the other because I feel like it's all bull***. It simply must be less profitable for some companies if the U.S. were to embrace them.
I think you'll come to your senses about Subarus one day...
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