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Subaru Forester XT 2.5L Turbo – Lifted - $9,500
2005
subaru forester
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Mechanical & Maintenance
2.5L Turbocharged Boxer Engine – strong runner
148,955 miles
New radiator and thermostat
New intake manifold gaskets
New upstream O2 sensor
New K&N high-performance air filter ($90)
New brakes (front and rear) + 4-wheel alignment
New lower control arms and ball joints (Les Schwab – $780 invoice)
New axle shaft, spark plugs, and injector pigtails
AWD system fully operational
Just passed Colorado emissions
Timing belt status unknown – priced with that in mind
Needs front bumper cover (structure behind is solid)
Audio & Interior
Sony 7” touchscreen head unit (Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto)
JL Audio C1 and C2 speakers – crisp, full-range sound
Skar SK-M500 amp + Skar 10” subwoofer
TruConnex sound dampening kit installed
Cold A/C, heat, and all electronics functional
Clean interior, upgraded head unit and audio are professionally installed
Suspension & Exterior Mods
2” lift kit
17” aftermarket alloy wheels with aggressive all-terrain tires (great tread)
Kuat roof basket – ideal for gear, camping, and overland setups
Tinted windows, blacked-out taillights
Functional sport hood scoop
Clean Colorado title in hand
Total Investment
Over $3,300 in recent service receipts, including:
$1,772: Brakes, radiator, gaskets, shop labor (Euro Tech Automotive)
$956: Audio system install (Sony + JL Audio + sub)
$828: Intake work, plugs, injectors (Regnier Automotive)
$780: Front suspension, control arms, alignment (Les Schwab)
$90: K&N intake filter