I love that fucking car and someday I would like to get one.
Another one, is it true that the CVT in the newer models can mimic decently a low-range gearbox? I'd like to go off-road once in a while.
T.O.M., have you tried the Forester STi?
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T.O.M., have you tried the Forester STi?
You ever seen a cycling plumber who wrestles with small calves, forearms and neck? Didn't think so.
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seeahill
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Re: T.O.M., have you tried the Forester STi?
It's got 1.2 inches less ground clearance than the ordinary Forester. That's gonna limit the off road capabilities some.
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Re: T.O.M., have you tried the Forester STi?
The Forester XT Turbo yes. It's a blast. CVT with the paddle shifters really the way to go.
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Re: T.O.M., have you tried the Forester STi?
I'll keep it in mind, but I won't be trying to follow a Jeep Wrangler on a rocky path. I just want to make sure that the AWD, good tires and a "low range gearbox" (kinda, since it's a CVT) allow me to enjoy some mild off road fun.seeahill wrote:It's got 1.2 inches less ground clearance than the ordinary Forester. That's gonna limit the off road capabilities some.
You ever seen a cycling plumber who wrestles with small calves, forearms and neck? Didn't think so.
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Re: T.O.M., have you tried the Forester STi?
The unfortunate thing I learned early on is that the really cool cars don't make it to the states.
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Re: T.O.M., have you tried the Forester STi?
Word.tough old man wrote:The unfortunate thing I learned early on is that the really cool cars don't make it to the states.
Same with motorcycles.
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Re: T.O.M., have you tried the Forester STi?
I want one of those bitches. That or a sports xt version. They aren't as good on gas as I thought though.
Re: T.O.M., have you tried the Forester STi?
Unfortunately most Americans would prefer to buy ridiculously oversized 2WD "trucks" to haul air.tough old man wrote:The unfortunate thing I learned early on is that the really cool cars don't make it to the states.