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Just bought a 1998 Forester S

Hi,

We just bought a 1998 Forester S. It has 160,000, which I hope will not be a big issue. It seems in very good condition, no rust which I can see and the engine passed Pennsylvania emissions. It does seem to hesitate when accelerating, although I am comparing it to a 2004 Forester XT. They put Hankook tires on this car, which I am not familiar with as a brand. Is it wise to have a independent mechanic check this car out. I hope the hesitation is not engine or transmission. Any pointers would helpful. We bought from a Subaru dealer in Southeastern PA.

Thanks,

Alec

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Alec D. Plotkin
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i just changed my fuel filter in my 98 forester, and it made a big difference in acceleration.

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frank

Have it looked at by a dealer. I bought a 98 Forester last year, took it to a dealer for inspection and wound up getting a ton of work done free as a recall. LT

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LT

Personally I would have had it checked out by an independent mechanic BEFORE I purchased it!

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Creative

i have a 98 forester. what did you have done for free? i was not aware of any recalls. thanks in advance.

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frank

They replaced the master cylinder and some other stuff. I'll look at the receipts and repost.... LT

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LT

check the oxygen sensors - made a huge difference to my '02 legacy wagon. gas consumption was high, acceleration and low-end torque were poor. (i thought it was just a heavy, underpowered car.) now i've got smooth power, and 50% (!) more gas mileage.

....... tom klein

ps. i bought it used, from a mazda dealer, and they also gave me a set of hankook tires. so far, i like them a lot.

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