Subaru Forster Turbo...2007...excellent Condition! on 2040-cars

VIN: JF1SG69607H701749 Year: 2007
Make: Subaru
Model: Forester
Trim: XT Limited Wagon 4-Door
Options: Sunroof, 4-Wheel Drive, Leather Seats, CD Player
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes
Drive Type: AWD
Power Options: Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Seats
Mileage: 126,100
Exterior Color: Red/Maroon
Interior Color: Tan

Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

 I bought this vehicle from Texas so it is rust free (not like most of our rigs in Minnesota after a few years).  It is in nearly order perfect with a few exceptions:

1.  I bought if from a dealer in Texas off the internet.  It sat buttoned up from September to late March. It arrived poorly detailed.  That isn't a big deal but I was disappointed.  I have gone over this thing thoroughly and cleaned the carpets with a non-allergenic rug cleaner, scrubbed the interior including the headliner, purged the climate system including the evaporator area, and fixed some poorly touched-up small paint chips.  The body is in great shape with the exception of minor chips and a couple small scratches.  The original owner put the 3M protective covering on the hood and mirrors.

2.  The vehicle arrived with the CEL showing an air pump malfunction. They told me it was in perfect working order. They couldn't have missed on this one. I suspect the original owner got an estimate on it and decided to trade it in.  The air pump and valves simply pumps clean air into the exhaust at start up to make the exhaust appear cleaner. Google this (Subaru secondary air pump air valve problems) and you will see many have gone through this. At the time of this posting, I have the valves ordered (Wow! Are they expensive!) and will get this fixed properly.  I can understand the former owner's hesitation if they got an estimate.  If for some reason a code still appears, I will discount or rebate the new owner $200 even after the vehicle is gone.  This should more than pay for a mechanic to look at it. 

3.  It sometimes idles a bit rough. It doesn't bother me and I'm fussy.Many postings say this is typical for this engine. Many also say it goes away when the air injections system is fixed.

4.  There is a minor air leak on the driver's side when the vehicle is in a strong cross wind.  I haven't tried to fix it yet.

5.  The tires are on the low end of just okay.  It seems to make sense for the next owner to get exactly the tires needed to match the type of driving that will be done.

Here's what is great:
1.  The body is in very fine shape.  There is one fifty-cent piece sized dent on the front bumper but it has gorgeous paint. I will wax it one more time before shipping or meeting to sell.

2.  I put on a new hitch. I didn't put in the wiring harness yet (I think they are about $35) and take a few minutes to install.

3. Turbos require premium but it's worth it. This thing really has pep!  It cost about $2-$3 a tank more to fill in our area. I have consistently been getting 26 mpg but I do drive the posted speed limits  :)

4. Per the manual, I put in a new timing belt and water pump. I cleaned the injectors. It has new plugs (hard to get at).  The oil will be freshly changed when I sell it.

5.  The interior is in great shape (no tears).  The leather shows some mild signs of wear but everything is quite remarkable given the vehicle is six years old.

I would be willing to Face Time with serious buyers. This can be set up through e-mail. With this, you can get a virtual tour and test drive.  I am busy this time of the year and would need to limit this to only very those who are in the hunt with the bidding.