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So hopefully another 25 years or so as I’m now 61.
It’s a 2012 model so no DPF or pesky piezo injectors. Only one turbo so not too tight in the engine bay. Came with bull bar and Warn 5t (I think) winch, Redarc deep cycle dual battery setup, air, cruise and tow. Otherwise stock and will stay that way other than new heavy duty shocks all round.
Also came with a big roof platform and flashing lights, which I’ve taken off. Picked up a set of roof bars to go on which are better for surfboards. If I want to go bush I will put the platform back on to carry the extra spare that came with it etc.
This was an ex-work vehicle for my group so I know it’s full history from new. Only 86000km on the clock so should see out the 500000 odd km I envisage doing, and handle most everything I throw at it.
After removing the roof platform I started giving it a thorough cut and polish. Big job, especially the roof, which was a bit weathered from eight years outside with the rack on top. Just the bonnet to go now.
Started pimping the interior a bit for comfort and storage, as these things are pretty basic. I do like basic mind you, especially the hose out interior. Got some canvas seat covers, not the black duck ones which are about $700. Door pockets with cup holders, and an additional cup holder, storage console thingy, as from factory there is only one cup holder.
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That’s about where I’m at with it. Going for a dealer service on Monday and set of genuine front floor mats. These are about the cheapest thing I’ve got for it so far at $55. Dealer will no doubt tell me if there is anything they think needs attention but I’m not anticipating anything. They will purportedly do 600,000 with just basic servicing. We shall no doubt see.
The missus isn’t real happy with it as she liked the luxury of the old Forrester. She complains every time she has to climb up in to it and about how agricultural it is. I on the other hand, love it.
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