SUBARU FORESTER - Everything You Need to Know | Up to Speed
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The Subaru Forester helped Subaru form a strong foothold in the US with uber-practical design and an innovative marketing strategy. Join James as he does a deep dive on the legendary Japanese wagon that paved the way for crossovers of today!
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What's your favorite joke from this episode? Leave a timestamp and I'll comment on my favorite one! - Pumphrey 💪🐴⚡⚡⚡⚡
You brought back some of my funny childhood memories when Fubus were mentioned at 39 sec.
3:00 SIKE
Mini-Pumph is a gem.
3:28 best priest ever
Batuhan Aksiner Hallelujah!
my parents bought their first new car together in 2003, a brand new Subi Forester! That thing took me to my first day of school, helped me get my license in high school and now it's my daily too and from college. 16 years and 300,000 kms later, she's still going strong! Not to mention that BANGIN' SUNROOF oof! thank u for coming to my TED talk :)
It’s amazing both how reliable the EJs are and also how unreliable a turbocharger makes them.
@@jacobrzeszewski6527 uhh what? Literally the 02-08 foresters or any 2.5NA ej motor had head gasket issues a lot of the times. It’s the most prone to have them.
@@jacobrzeszewski6527NA ejs are the bad ones because they had felt head gaskets. The turbocharged EJs had upgraded headgaskets, they blow up because people abuse the fuck out of them thinking it’s a single cam d series from Honda
Here in Switzerland they call them a "farmer's Ferrari".
The Mustang is revered as the "poor man's M3" in some parts
@@DarkInstinct05 The implication here isn't really poverty rather the fact that Subaru's 4x4 has a reputation for holding up on difficult terrain.
Hahaha! I fuckin love it
In Alaska we have a similar name: The Alaskan Cadillac.
They are truly unmatched in snow performance.
That’s honestly a cool nickname
My mum is 67 and drives a 2006 forester sti 😂
*update*
And my best mate just got one too!
*update*
He sold it and drives a Mitsubishi shogun instead 😓
Ur Mom Gay 😂 Joke
Both of your mums? Or just one of them? 😂
love is what makes a subaru
Your mum's cool I wish I had one
@@tyresmoker4 lol
Im on my third forester now, the last one was one of those JDM EJ20G, me and all of its 250hpsprs went into a tree at 100km/h. I walked away without a scratch. I loved that car, it gave its life that I might live. The new one is flasher, not as fast, but it's still a forester, perfect.
I just bought a 2001 forester myself and I was on the highway and was wondering what would happened if I drove into a barrier at that speed so thank you for answering that question 😂
I was in a wreck in My subie outback and was completely unhurt.
😂😂😂😂 funny. Was it a manual or auto?
@@johncepha1046 Manual
I have a 2017 Forester. Named it Leslie the Lesbaru
Named mine Sue B. Anthony
I named my 2019 sport model Roxxie.
Wtf you named your car ???
@Danny Liu
Yeah, people name their cars. Got a problem with that?
@@dannyliu9344 yeah, you dont?
Subarus are awesome vehicles... especially the Outback. I went through four Subaru station wagons, three of them Outbacks. Good for hauling around the family, the dog, go to the ski resort, go to the beach, general road trips, running errands, etc. The AWD system is amazing, the quality is superb, and they even have good power if you get the 6-cylinder version. We just wanted to move on to something new and we wanted to move out of the station wagon crowd. That said, the Outback works for everyone from the single, young, outdoorsy type to yuppies with kids. Edit: They are also very safe vehicles. They use the horizontal engine, which not only lowers the center of gravity for good handling...it also drops under the car in a frontal collision. Our family knows this all too well. My brother-in-law was saved because of this.
Can personally attest to the forester’s safety. Me and my mother got into a nasty head on collision straight into a lightpost. Car was completely totaled, we walked out without a scratch.
Subarus as a whole, really! My stepdad had a Legacy that got cut in half (!) by a runaway truck and he managed to walk away from it.
Also, Subaru should've never quit the Baja, and should've made an STI of that too! That would the ultimate Subaru for me!
Baja STI!
Call it the Baja Blast
BOXER 4 + TURBO + AWD + MANUAL GEARBOX = Happiness
= High Maintenance & Empty Pockets
+Manual!........
@@garrettsmith8286 only high maintenance if your stupid and push power through a brittle motor lol.
Garrett Smith
High fucking maintenance? Manuals are hugely cheaper to fix than any automatic.
= Understeer
"Everytime I believe something... they break my heart."
#Classic James Pumphrey...
I had to pause the video from laughing, best line of o date imo
One reason I love the Forester is how versatile it is. Like a Swiss Army knife there is no role it can’t play. It may not be perfect for every role but it can be easily tailored to do so.
This is my first time watching a video of yours and omg this video blew any vid out there out the roof! You’re the man! Such a good educational and entertaining video !
HALLELUYA SAVE THE MANUALS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ..............no seriously, please save them.
Americans have to buy more of them. #AutomaticKills
Ragna Z jeep makes very run cans and will always have manuals that’s going to be the only brand that does soon. There’s a reason they sold over 2.1 million in the USA alone last year
How about Honda CR-Z? It has a manual gearbox, looks nice and IT IS A *NICE* HYBRID IF IT IS IN *MUGEN VERSION*
Just upgraded today from a 2019 buick to a 2003 WRX Bugeye project car lmao
Ragna Z So agree #SaveTheManuals Save the manuals please if you’re going to buy a car try to buy a manual you’re not as cool if you buy automatic you’re just not
this channel gives me the same amount of satisfaction as the old top gear crew.... simply love it NEVER CHANGE DONUT
Subaru is kind of asleep..we old die hard subaru fans feel kind of forgotten.
I want manual gearbox..frameless windows..turbo..i want the old subaru flavour that has been lost...lots of subaru fans are buying old used subarus cos they dont like the new models. That says a lot...come on subaru wake up!! You alreary got new customers now release something for the old fans. something with the classic subaru spirit that we all love. Don let it die.
Shoot an email to them
@@SkaterOrnez lets all of us do it..dont leave me alone.
AND ALL THEY DO IS GIVE US A FUCKING CVT HALLELUJAH SUBARU IS DEAD!!!1!1!1!1!1!1
I will say they aren't the same, but they are making some of the best quality cars they have ever made, there is a reason why consumer reports rated Subaru as the #1 brand for 2019 over any other brand in existence 🤷🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️
@@yumyumtown4248 they rated a CVT based car brand for number 1? What happened to this precious world?
How about a history of Momo racing products? i'v always wondered about their history
google it
when other team use wood wheel, momo made custom wheel for ferrari f1 car. people like it and then they sell aftermarket stuff for people to buy.
that's all I remember. I'm too lazy to google it
Thumbs up for the Vermont Mom loading a case of Heady Topper!
Cheers
What's a VT Subaru without at least a 6r of heady tops in the back?
I literally laughed out loud when i seen that!
4:03 James Willems' face there is perfect! Not only does he share the name James, but he's also got a ton of buff horses!! Throws back to the collab with Bruce at the track, too
Whem was this? Link?
@@dirtyweapons3459 czcams.com/video/j7SjbSFtDSw/video.html
Shout out to Jams
I’m so glad I have a gen 2 forester. It’s got so much build potential, and it’s still great before it’s been modded.
Love this show. You are one of the most entertaining hosts presenting info I've ever watched !
SAVE THE MANUALS
Que si Manuel?
oye Manuel! de donde eres?
Yes please ☹️ long live the manuals
Hallelujah!
I read that as "SAVE THE ANIMALS" 🤣🤣🤣🤣
I'm not going to ask again.. 4:02 FUNHAUS COLLAB NOW!!!
They did!!! twice!
I have a 09 Fozzie. I regret not getting the XT. I lowered it 1.5” and put a RSB. The looks I get from those luxury snobs when I take a turn is priceless. Also driving pass almost every car in the snow storm. Love it! Amen!! Save Evvett!!!!!
Shout out to Lesbians for saving my favourite car company
Shout out to everyone who doesn't give a fuck about giving shout-outs to minorities
Really Happenings shout out to assholes
If I was a girl Id be a lesbian
@@reallyhappenings5597 You sound like the dick head uncle that is just itching for a dinner table argument about how your generation is superior but no one really listens and it makes you sad.
@@reallyhappenings5597 Ah dude you realize he's basically mocking them, right? The tone is do obvious
The WRX STI... super safe SUV edition.
Also #Hrsprs
Without a hatchback it's impractical for families and definitely not an SUV.
@sneeky7 Ehh... Well you did science just to probe my comment wrong, or did you know that from your head. Either way that's good information I never knew.
I just bought a 2017 Forester 2.0XT Touring. It is basically a WRX with almost 78ft³ cargo space, 8.7" of ground clearance, & and all the comfort features. I freaking love it & can't wait to upgrade and tune it.
I like how you present your videos.zappy and hype and full of pertinent info.im subscribing
Thank you lesbians for making it possible for me to own a BRZ!
You could have ended with an frs with a different engine
especially a 6spd version
IBreiKeL wtf does steves hat have to do with lesbians
@@Inferno45 did you even watch the episode? LOL
CrookedCosmonaut i said that before i watched the video 😂😂
FUNHAUS! DONUT! My two most favorite shouty groups of people!!!
This is honestly the best review ou have ever seen….thank you
Died when I saw the "Vermont mom" loading up a case of Heady.
Ahhh the forester. A Subaru community that isn’t littered with toxic people.
toxic feminist fat lesbians tho
unfortunately there are plenty of bro'd out foresters
Whats wrong with bro'd out foresters? You referring to modified XT's, etc?
I mean being an elitist snob is kindof toxic in its own way LOL
Meh the Subaru community in general isn't bad but I do agree that Forester owners are the best :)
3:23 I love how he says 5-Speed manual transmission. Hallelujah brother.
Here 3 years later and looking to buy a Forester XT lol! Glad Donut has info lol! Thank guys! Still watching till today! I hope you guys don’t go away! Always coming in with new content every week! Mo’ Powa Baby!
Great review. Had a fair few cars but nothing comes close to my Forester 2.0 turbo manual XT, absolutely love it!
Hell yeah Donut Media!!! AWD launches for everybody! Maybe a Subaru Outback episode?
I'd cream my pants for an Outback episode
Yea and a Legacy/Liberty episode that would be good
A Legacy/Outback episode would make more sense cause the Outback has always been an off-road capable Legacy
ThatGamerZayol yea and the legacy/Liberty B4 in the 2rd gen and 3rd generations were what the WRX is now More of a track car then a Rally car
Its funny how you use Hayao miyazaki as the that " japanese guy" lol
"anime was a mistake"
Me:It was a goooooood mistake 😂
"HALLELUJAH! SAVE THE MANUAL."
That sentence rekt me *twice as much*
Love everything about the my Subaru Forester, except one thing, the CVT transmission. I was told that the CVT transmission on the Forester was not the best but wanted to find out on my own. Unfortunately that is accurate. The transmission jerked a lot when accelerating. My Forester does not even have 100,000 miles and the transmission is gone. I love the Forester AWD performance but I will not be buying anotherone because of the transmission issues.
Get a manual one 😉 I love em
Really nice of you to give a shoutout to a local model shop and not just crap like MVMT.
2004 to 2007 is the sweet spot for the forester.
this lady knows her stuff.
The clitoris, if you will.
@@reallyhappenings5597 lmao you win this section.
2004 to 2008*
Without the sport pack headlights how could we not have the awesome black finished lights ;)
1st gen is the best forester 2004 taillights look like elf ears
I miss my Subie. Got the last no-nonsense '08 Forester, before they went all soft and techy and CVT-y. Absolutely adored it. And it never let me down.
You could still get them with a manaul transmission until the 5th gen, my 2015 has a 6-speed and it's great fun!
First car was a 00’ Forester that became my first daily right after I learned to drive. Liked it so much that I decided to get an 05’ XT and it is splendid. Even doing hot wheels customs. Mostly dedicated to Subaru✨. It is one darn sweet ride.
My dad bought a 2006 forester ans he has kept it since it has been super reliable and slays offroading it has just has been taken care of and has 150.000 miles !!
Cool to see you helping out a small business. I miss the hobby shop that was like Evett's where I live. Happy Hobbies.
Slot cars, models, and RC vehicles for life!!!!
Most of the hobby shops are gone where I live too. I loved hanging out and building cool models, and launching model rockets with my Dad as a kid. It's definitely something that I want to pass onto my son.
They control really well too, actually pulled the ABS fuse (so no stability control) on my 2015 in a snowey parking lot a couple years ago and still had to really work to get it to loose control. Even then, if I let go of the wheel and gave it a little gas, it would streighten out all on it's own!
Just bought a 2002 Subaru Forester S model back in March and I absolutely love it
Best Up to Speed ever. I drive a forester that was owned by real lesbians who scissored in the back with the seats down. They’re sweet nectar is like perfume to me. I have to take a deep breath every time I get in my sweet little forester. Ahhh Thanks Donut. You made my day with this video.
Best comment ever.
Nice! Way to go man!
Hi, Mr. Regular.
Batican their*
Hahaha awesome comment
Run forester run!!!
@Keven Guevara what i dont get it???
Keven Guevara oooh now i get it
I love my 04 forester sti. The thing is super quick and fun to drive.
Every time james talks about a car I never even consider cool he figures out a way to convince me to look into it 😂😂 , this man is the hype
Hell yes. Support local hobby stores. My local one was here for 37 or so years. Moved and came back a year later to drive 45 minutes to closed doors. They truly don’t exist and need to stick around for other generations.
Why did I just randomly see James Willems face LOL
funhaus finna crossover with everyone on youtube
Coming right out the gate with a Finding Forester reference had me rolling. You guys are still the best
Had the 2001 GT (2l turbo) in Australia. Had this ride for 11 years. Best car I have even owned!!!!
Subiee Nation!!!
Or in other words VAPE NATION !!!
Is that a 300ZX ?
@@Grumpycat95 SUSPECTED FRAUD
Subie squad all the way. 03 baja here with 90k miles :)
Bobby 2pistolz been kept in garage ? Xdd
2018 wrx, and 06 outback. Subiee nation lets go!!!
The support for the local hobby shop is amazing!! Hobby shops are dying everywhere now a days and it’s sad!!!
Just bought my first car and believe it or not it is one of few 2004 forester xt's left in South Australia. decided to come back and watch this video and I'm glad I did!
As always what a good material. Thank you James and donut media
The VT mom carrying heady topper had me dying! I love it!!!
Wow a Forester, this gives me hope to hear something about other sleepers. I need one on the Buick Regal. With it's 70's and 80's history, then the badass '03-'04 GSX models from SLP Performance, the small modding scene behind the '97-'04 GS Supercharged model, and then it's come back in recent years. It would make a great addition to the Up to Speed sleeper videos. I need to hear James say "more powa baby" to the modding scene behind the GS, which can almost be doubled from stock.
Wow, love the shoutout to The Alchemist Heady Topper at 0:20!!
My stepmom owned two foresters. I loved driving them! And they were tanks!
I sure hope that model shop stays in business. Reminds me of when I was a kid. I used to love going into my local mall which had a shop and buying scale models of cars, ships, planes etc. with my dad and or friends and putting them together!...
I can't believe you guys made a forester episode!!! Thank you!!!
💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙
Ha la luya Save The Manuals.
#Vote4James.
I just bought an 04 Forester. It came with an exhaust and intake. So fun.
I’m wanting to buy an 03 forester with 251000 miles on it but I don’t think it’s worth 4000 that’s a lot I think from a used car dealer
I bought a base 2016 forester last year because it had a 6-speed manual. I love that car
On today’s random fact: lesbians saved Subaru. Thank you lesbians, you’re the best.
Pft.
Lesbians saved Subaru because no one will stop to help them out on the road - be it a breakdown or just being stuck in the snow or mud on their way to or from a carpet munching convention. Gotta have wheels that are dependable - like "Energizer" batteries...
Your welcome
My00 forester has very clean carpets... go figure also it's rust free
Also a perfect sleeper.
Random James Willems face is muchly appreciated for the lulz :P
I was looking for this comment lol
How good!! Haha
My fave part of this video was the shout-out to small business. Keep that up guys!
yes sir i brought a 2001 gold forester GT Turbo and tickled it up ! wow so happy !
that little model shop shout-out was flippin' awesome. You guys rock!!
I have a 2019 Forester , we absolutely love it. Fantastic vehicle.
I have a 1999 Subaru Forester, I love it! ❤
Just barely imported a JDM EJ20 forester, and it has changed me. 250 HP is something else, and it drives like a dream.
Had a 2nd gen Forester 5-speed ... think it was a 2006. Bought it out of guilt shortly after I bought my 2007 BMW M5 since after buying that I had to commute more so I needed something practical while the M5 sat home looking pretty. That Forester was one of the most fun around town cars i've ever owned and you're right ... cops never gave it a second glance! Unfortunately she ended up having some issues and was replaced by a used Prius about 2 years later. Look on the dealers face when I traded in a M5 and Prius at the same time made me smile :)
Cool shout out for the model shop. I had one in my hometown called Wings Hobby shop, and I basically grew up there, sadly they shut down a few years ago. You guys are right, those kind of places need to stay around for the new generations. Nothing like hobbies that are hands on imo. So, I have a 2016 Forester XT that was imported from Japan.. so you are telling me there’s no more XT’s? Uggh it’s so fun in the snow, and it’s a super sleeper and it vapes like heck out the dual exhaust in the cold..
DO THE SUBARU BAJA / bratt!!
Can't find one for sale with less than 100,000 miles. Alot are over 200,000.
Eeww
I love this dudes enthusiasm
I love this guy..he makes it this stuff make all the sense
happy owner of a 2018 Forester XT. Best daily ever
Dude, that shout out to the local model shop was the shit. It's because of heartfelt moments like that, as well as the little nerdy nods to stuff like funhaus that make this THE best car channel. Thank you guys. #buffhorses
I have a 2013 forester with the FB25. Love that car. Vtec bro.
love those triangly headlights on the back of the car....they are the best
Thanks for making this.. Love foresters so much, I own a SF5 and SG9
that was really cool helping out that shop, find more deserving places for us to help support james!
I love my 05 XS. Comfortable, spacious, decent gas mileage, gets me through town and through some nasty forest roads, and looks awesome with very minimal cosmetic mods.
Now we need an Up to Speed on the Subaru Outback!
please!?
Great vid! One factor that significanlty increased the popularity of Subaru model sales starting in the mid 2000s that I don't think is common knowledge, is that they started an aggressive leasing program. Prior to the mid 2000s, Subaru did not have attractive leasing options, so almost all Subarus that left the dealer were purchases. Combine the lack of attractive lease packages and Subarus slightly above market purchase price with the limited niche customer base, the cars simply didn't move quickly off dealer lots. It was only after subaru started a modern and affordable lease program that they attracted customers outside thier traditional niche market. Once they expanded thier customer base, word of mouth quickly spread how great subaru products were and sales exploded.
Yooo, these videos are fire!! I love how they blend entertainment and education into an informative, fun video!! I usually always get at least one or two hard laughs per video!! I love Jame's mindset and Donut Medias brand!! I'm excited to see where they take their company!!
I love Foresters.I have a 98 Forester S and an 09 Forester XT Premium.❤️
I owned a forester sti for the 3 years that I lived in Okinawa. That car was amazing. Wish I could have brought it back with me.
Most wholesome add that actually helps real people and isn’t just a plug for browsing add on
Great video as usual! Also just contacted Evett’s to see if they have a model kit I’ve been looking for!
I have a 2003 2.5x Forester. Love it.
I don't even care that much about cars and this is one of my favorite youtube videos
I've had four and love them. With snow tires, they are unstoppable.
Please do a video on the crazy rally/ touring Volvo. The 850.
Would love it if you could make an up to speed for Lexus IS350 or the IS in general !! Thank you!
I bought my first car 5 days ago and it's a 80,000km 2008 forester xt. Bit rough around the edges (scratched rims and cracked bumpers) but it's amazing