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2012 Subaru Forester - Good Condition - Drives Nice - $2,500 (oakland lake merritt / grand)
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* Higher mileage, but mechanically good - NO SIGNIFICANT ISSUES!
* Engine feels healthy; runs smooth and starts well in cold conditions.
* Should be reliable for many more miles.
* Drives smoothly and tracks straight.
* No major clunks or serious rattles.
Electrical / interior
* Generally clean and working.
* Stereo outputs sound - but display does not work.
HVAC / comfort
* Heater works.
* Air conditioner works.
Lighting
* upgraded LED daytime running lights
Cosmetic / exterior
* Visible wear consistent with age/use: bumps, scratches, dings, and minor paint peel.
* dings and chips on front left of hood
* dings, chips and tear on rear left bumper
* Despite cosmetic flaws and mileage, overall appearance still decent.
Recent maintenance / wear items
* New clutch installed recently.
* New tires installed recently.
* New wiper blades installed recently.
Mechanical items to note
* Wheel bearings: audible rear wheel bearing noise present at high-way speeds; replacement recommended but not urgent.
* Oil leak: common/non-urgent type for this Subaru; low consumption rate (typically does not require frequent top-offs).
* Under certain conditions (e.g., after a longer drive and then stopping), may notice a light burning-oil smell and possibly minor smoke from the hood area.
* Transmission / shifting - 3rd and 5th gear synchros: IF you shift fast and aggressively, it will grind.
* Generally manageable otherwise by shifting slowly/deliberately; rapid shifting may worsen the symptom.
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