2015 Subaru Forester 2.5 Premium with manual transmission

[@timothybracken1728]

Best review ever! Manual cannot die!! You don't need fancy leather and GPS. It's all about the driving expiernce.

[@TactileCoder]

...and it's dead

[@goldstein10493]

Tbh, I like leather seats a lot, but please keep the manuals! CVT is trash.

[@neometalx9]

almost no SUV offers manuals anymore, that is sad....

[@neometalx9]

@@goldstein10493if Subaru wanted to be cooler back then, they would have offered a 6sp manual XT... boi, that would have killed it...

[@stephenball3387]

I agree with what many have already said. This is perhaps the best real world car review I've ever seen for an audience thinking of buying a car. Thanks for the specifics such as RPM at 60mph, clutch action and shifter feel, towing ability, kayak loading, and impact on fuel economy, etc. For those of us who cannot find a manual transmission vehicle in inventory for a test drive, this is especially useful. Thanks.

[@bebe0928]

Thank you for the positive comments! I felt the same frustration with many car reviews, that's why I decided to make this video.

[@EagleLogic]

Good on you buying manual! Much respect!

[@bebe0928]

Thanks!

[@markcallan5875]

That has got to be the best car review I've ever seen. How everyone else seems to miss the boat, I have no idea, but this is fantastic. The engine RPMs at different speeds was an excellent touch, the camera angle you used was excellent for getting a feel for how the card drives, and you really focused on the real work aspects of the car. You answered every question I had about the car and more. Thanks a lot man.

[@bebe0928]

Thank you!

[@Parabloop3r]

Great review! This actually has much better scripting and production quality than most KZbin amateur reviews with just one person in charge of the whole review/filming/editing process.

[@bebe0928]

Thank you!!

[@rufusbodine507]

Wow, this review is so detailed and unbiased in every way. I like your comparison and contrast of manual vs. CVT. You brought others along for the ride.

[@bebe0928]

Thanks for the kind comments

[@mrstud1691]

Probably the best and most soothing review I’ve ever seen on KZbin- I’m actually thinking of getting a ‘14 Subaru Forester

[@bebe0928]

Thanks! Glad you enjoy it.

[@allanatherton1388]

I liked this review better than many others. It was very pleasant to watch and hear, and I particularly appreciated the review of the manual transmission, which I am considering.

[@johnsmilitantbelch]

I just bought a 2015 forester premium with manual, cant wait to get home and drive it.

[@bebe0928]

great, glad you did and enjoy your new Forester!

[@stevenfiedorczyk3523]

This is the best review I've watched on the Forester. I'm getting the 2016 2.5i in 6 speed manual. I cannot wait!

[@bebe0928]

Thank you!

[@Ladykosbo]

Wonderful review! The details both with the camera angles and your review made this one of my favorite Subaru reviews yet. I’m thinking of getting the Crosstrek in manual transmission and came across your video. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience!

[@kevinlandon1267]

Good review! I just sold my 06 STI and finally found a manual 2015 Forester 2.5i premium in a different state. I'm having it transferred to my location to test drive it, and this video helped me out in my decision.

[@travisnelson9808]

I'm glad Subaru still offers a manual transmission on the new Forester. Thank you for the review, it was very helpful!

[@THIS---GUY]

They just dropped that option :(

[@Kacpa2]

@@THIS---GUY Yeah it horrible :/ They kept it alive for long time as true AWD cars go they were the very last except for harcore offroaders lole Wrangler... I wish that XT had the manual still in 4th gen...it would be the perfect car for me :/ I will try getting older generation Forester thay dod have turbo and 5/6mt still

[@neometalx9]

@@Kacpa2I heard manuals for subaru are 50% power to the front and 50% to the rear, not FWD bias like the CVT version, I am not sure if that is true but it should be more offroad capable than the CVT version then, even without X-mode.

[@CollinHurler]

Thanks for the video! I made a factory order a few days ago for a 2016 forester with a manual trans and this is the only video I could find that shows and talks about how the drive is with a manual, and I can only assume it has stayed the same or gotten better with the newer model year. It was also nice to know what actual mileage you're getting and not just what they advertise, because I was hoping it would be higher and you've shown that it can be. Thanks a lot!

[@bebe0928]

You're welcome, glad it's helpful to people.

[@mastero21]

Great video. Thinking of getting a manual Forester myself, so I found your video informative.

[@bebe0928]

Thank you!

[@paddletrucker]

Great video. Very informative. I am currently in search of a 6-speed manual Forester.

[@bebe0928]

Thanks! Best luck to you on your search!

[@JTourismo]

Very thorough review. I like that you shared your thought's on the manual transmission. Very neat feature in this segment. Thanks!

[@Bigrigga1981]

Thanks for a very informative video about the joys of driving a manual Subaru. Might be my next vehicle!

[@GORT70]

This was just the information I was looking for. I need a manual transmission to tow behind a camper. This was just what I needed.

[@darcygoesfast]

always spec the manual- right decision every time. We drove this car today with the CVT and my wife thought she was going to stall it- of course she forgot about the lack of the 3rd pedal. This is on our short list- the other added benefit is the engine is NOT direct injected - until now with the latest 2019 version is only CVT and only DI. Thanks for the review!

[@CreepFatInc]

Wonderful, wonderful review! I'm located in the nw area as well and enjoy many of the same hobbies you do. I'm planning on getting a new 2017 manual forester, don't care for automatics. I think you just sealed the deal for my purchase! Great job.

[@bebe0928]

Cool, hope you get a good deal on it!

[@UnkleAL1962]

thanks for the detailed review about the manual....I miss shifting and that connection with the car that you spoke of, especially in bad weather. great review I may have to update my '06 Forester to a newer one with a stick shift!

[@laurelsundbergstudio]

Thank you for the great review! I am one month into driving a used 2016 Forester with a manual transmission and really enjoy it. I drove a 5 sp Honda Civic for over a decade. Great car, but time to replace and wanted to size up for cargo space. It was hard to find a replacement manual trans. Very helpful to see a real-world review of driving this vehicle. I'm looking forward to my first MN winter is my Subie.

[@laurelsundbergstudio]

At 10 months with the 2016 Forester. Overall impressed at it's ability to handle difficult road conditions. I'm very curious about your clutch stop addition. It's a loooong clutch travel. I'm interested to make that modification on mine. I driving in a lot of city traffic, and I think it would be a big improvement. I'd be curious if you have any recommendations. Thanks!

[@agzand]

This is the best review of the manual Forester so far. Thanks!

[@bebe0928]

Thank you!

[@eugenewang4650]

Big kudos for wanting the manual enough to wait for one to be built just for you

[@danielsanchezamaya1431]

It is undeniable, that good review of a car. The precise and clear description that guides a lot when choosing a car

[@john-okc450]

Thanks for the video, I would like to see another comparison video. I got a 2010 2.5x manual (19K miles) a year ago from a family member and absolutely love it. You have owned a 2010,2015,2017 giving you some good knowledge on the differences. 1. What are your impressions of the engagement of the AWD between the manual and CVT. (they are different systems) 2. Steering feel, responsiveness, vibrations (I love the 2010 steering but get surface vibration at highway speeds, BFG A/T K02) I drove a 2018 and it felt very numb, disconnected. 3. Engine response and climbing steep hills (CVT vs manual). Please make another video. Thanks.

[@juanseaforth5111]

The best review so far thank you I can wait to get my new Subaru Forester 2016

[@bebe0928]

Thank you, best luck to you getting a good deal on a 2016 Forester.

[@jtm6969]

My wife has a 2014 Subaru with the CVT and loves it. Now I'm considering a 2017 model with the 6-speed. Great review with some thoughtful points. Like you, I prefer the 6-speed. Thanks for sharing your ownership experience !!

[@bebe0928]

Thanks for the kind comments, best luck to your hunt for a 2017 Forester!

[@resplendentwitticism]

Fantastic review! Covered everything and really sold me on this vehicle. Thank you.

[@blackplague614]

Thanks for the video. I love Subaru, was interested in knowing more about what the manual transmission is like. You summed it up very nicely. Again, thanks!

[@FloridaDeere]

Nice review, I am looking for a 2015-2018 with a 6 speed manual, it's a challenge, but one I have gladly accepted to get the driving experience I want.

[@kman5711]

Such a great, thorough real world review. Kudos buying the manual!!!

[@bryans9299]

Great video. Awesome vehicle. Manual transmission excellent choice.

[@bebe0928]

Thanks for the positive comments!

[@avengethedeadtx]

Subscribed! Great review AND you drive a manual transmission. Great job, Mate!

[@bebe0928]

Thanks for the support!

[@rustbeltinvestor]

Thanks for the awesome review, this was really helpful and I believe just sold me... here I come MT SJ!

[@aichoi8207]

I have 2018 manual and I completely agree with you that it's satisfying.

[@OutsideTheTargetDemographic]

2018 Subaru Forester 6MT base model. 69k miles (nice), only repair has been a wheel bearing at 49k miles. 25.6 mpg lowest (during cold/snowy winter), 32mpg last summer (before new tires which hurt MPG). I've pulled a 1k pound teardrop trailer, loaded car up with two kids, wife, and dog, with space to spare, manual means it can't be stollen, easy to work on, no bells and whistles. Analog controls and spacious windows and cabin space. Love it. Wife wants one now....

[@YocoWheelin]

Losing 2-3mpg with the manual is so worth it though. Thanks for the honest review, good job!

[@THIS---GUY]

I get good gas mileage with my 5 speed no way a 6 speed is worse all depends on how you drive and when you shift

[@Kacpa2]

@@THIS---GUY Subarus ratings are a bit bollocks to be honest. Its possible to get much better fuel economy if your driving well in manual. Getting to what CVT is doing. Same with performance if you really push it it will be almost a second faster than spec. Ofc it would be a bit clutch-burny, but in emergency you can make it faster than CVT could even be.

[@Kacpa2]

Plus MPG is kind of bullshit as a measurement at high values it means really little decrease because it scales with increaingly diminishing returns. So in practise its even better for manual

[@wslandry]

Thanks for all the great information! I purchased the 2016 Forester Limited with the CVT and we are really happy with our purchase! I would love a manual but living in L.A. it's just too much stop and go traffic. I have a 7yr 70,000 mile Gold Plus warranty which I hope it wasn't a wrong decision or just a waste of money! It was supposed to be my car but guess who is driving it most of the time? Thanks again for the great video!

[@bebe0928]

thanks for the kind comments. My previous 2 Forester, 2003 and 2010, both went over 90k without any repairs or problems by the time i traded them in. But if the extended warranty gives you the piece of mind, then more power to you. You will enjoy the car either way, take care!

[@ROBERTBUDA-RBMV]

Great review, professional. Greetings from Poland.

[@bebe0928]

Thank you!

[@williambreeze2659]

Such a relaxing video!

[@aaronburela432]

Yeah I'm leaving towards an older manual forester over the xt cause the cvt go bad after 100k miles. And I domt want to mess with an aftermarket trans cooler. Thank you for such an authentic review

[@lesaber251]

Great review. Wife and I both have 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium with the CVT. We both love them. Very good in snow and rain etc. We would like the heat and a/c systems to be quicker to respond and I check the oil levels on a weekly basis. Because they do go through a lot of engine oil compared with any other cars we've owned. I felt it worth mentioning though not any reasons to not buy this car. In fact going forward I will only buy Subarus.

[@Matt-dx3wo]

Thanks for the review, you answered pretty much all of the questions I had about the manual forester. I have similar needs from a vehicle and am considering a base or premium with manual myself.

[@bebe0928]

Great!

[@bb_lz9790]

Great video, thanks for sharing!!! A Forester and a manual transmission seem like the perfect match! That written, when we bought our 2015 Forester, my wife wanted dual climate control, which caused us to buy a Touring trim level with CVT. I like it just fine and while I always insisted on manual transmissions when I was younger, I'm enjoying being lazy in my old age!

[@Stu650Zuk]

Thank you for your very good information,,you beat these "car review" guys very easily! Great info I was looking for was mpg while towing a smaller boat such as yours in the 1000-1500lb range. Very impressive. My F150 and heavy fiberglass bassboat are going and I am downsizing to make everything much more affordable for me as I have just retired from my 20yrs. of service..thanks again for helping me make up my mind, and ease any worries I had...Manual is great!

[@bebe0928]

Thank you and good luck to you!

[@barsaf9989]

High quality video. Thanks!

[@victorsherpa2816]

Thank you for such detailed review. It is rare to find such review for this car as manual transmission is on verge of extinction. Also, mad respect for you for being a manual transmission lover. I wish Subaru had put Push Button Start in it like some of the base Mazda CX 5 has one. Other than that the SUV looks really great

[@bebe0928]

Thanks for the good comments.

[@SnowSho]

So informative! Thank you fellow manual driver

[@dillardc81]

Nice review and love the oil filter on top!

[@dieudonnesama]

Thank you so much I'm watching from Cameroon 🇨🇲 I have learn a lot about this🚘 I love it, I wish to have one👍

[@TheObiwantoby]

Man, I wish the XT came in manual. It is a hard decision, XT CVT or the NA 2.5 with Manual :\

[@bobberbear4622]

Did you end up getting an XT or a 6 speed?

[@THIS---GUY]

Should have gotten the manual. And added turbo yourself

[@TwinTurbo10spd]

@@THIS---GUY Itd be cheaper and a more reliable swap to do it the other way. Buy an XT and put an STI 6 speed in it

[@djkenny1202]

How dumb they offered a CVT in a Turbo model?!? No Foresters even offer manual anymore. Stupid.

[@lovingmylifeasIage6741]

Also considering a Forester in my future. Did a lot of looking this sunday at all the competitors and didn't see any that would suit me better for the money.

[@djkenny1202]

We bought one new in 2015 a love it. Wish we chose the manual. We sold our 04 Forester manual to buy it. I wish we kept it, had since new with 160k running great. Trouble was rear seat lacked space for forward facing seats for two kids. The CVT has been reliable and very smooth. But I am a manual guy. Luckily I have a 92 GTI and 3015 Scion XB to enjoy with manual for many many years. My wife uses the Forester. We got a great deal. New for 27k OTD. Only CVT as option.

[@HunterXray]

I also have a 2015 Forester with 6 speed manual. I currently have 320,000 miles.

[@jacobreed47]

Really enjoyed this video. Hello from Kirkland WA.

[@bebe0928]

thank you!

[@joinbudscouts]

Great detailed review

[@huntercerny]

I’d love another checkin with this car!

[@Andrew_From_NB]

Hi there, I really enjoyed your video about your new forester :). I am the same way when it comes to deciding on having a manual transmission and feeling connected with the road. I have an 04 Honda CR-V with the 5-speed an I really enjoy it. Unfortunately Honda does not offer Manual transmissions as an option with them anymore, so I will have to look elsewhere an really Subaru is the only one that offers one, an I love their AWD system an their boxer engines so I know one of these will be a great match for me :). Anyways great video! Enjoy your forester :)

[@bebe0928]

Thank you! Hope you find a car that's good fit for you.

[@SulCoCrazy]

I have the same year Forester with the 6m. It moves nicely for a base AWD. Fun to drive.

[@jonathanb1987]

My wife and I had to special order her 2016 Forester with a manual transmission. The only thing that irritates us is that you cannot get a blue forester with a black interior. We just put black seat covers to prevent the sand color seats from getting stains and wear and tear.

[@HunterXray]

I had to drive a rental with a black interior when I had my Forester at the shop for several days. I HATED how EVERYTHING showed up on the seats. I'll never get black seats.

[@HakimCisse]

My dad wants to get me the Forester as my first car and I'm not complaining.

[@xyzman001]

Great review. I'm sold! I want one!

[@1sttigertiger426]

I further noticed the rpm "hangs" when i do a moderate acceleration, even after I disengage the clutch for 2-3 seconds. But if I were to accelerate briskly, then it does lower: I got used to it. The benefit of the rev hang, is that I don't need to press the throttle so the rpm matches the next selected gear. I just don't prefer having this automatic (uncontrolled) programming for something as key as engine speed.

[@mikeyWRX]

Very good review, thanks for sharing!

[@bebe0928]

thank you!

[@dominicfong6341]

Are you ever worried the head gasket can spring a leak? It is good that you gotten rid of the 2010 for this one because the head gasket usually expires around the 5 year mark. Also because the manual transmission is so rare, one day if something goes wrong, you can't find a competent mechanic to fix it.

[@dmehd046]

Great review. Yes manual is awesome

[@subeyguy66]

My wife and I prefer manual. As we are about to start a family, I think we will get this for her. She likes heated seats and leather, sucks they don't offer manual trim cars with those "premium" options. I would rather have the mechanical drivetrain than those things though.

[@bebe0928]

agree

[@K03sport]

Thank you for making this video. I am considering a '17 2.5i base (w/ wheel pkg) and I believe I am making a good choice. The premium would be nice but I'm not convinced the "extras" are worth the extra cost. As much as I would love to get the three pedals, this will be the wife's car, and a CVT will be the transmission (happy wife/happy life). I appreciate your candidness and wish you the best with your new forester. Question - what tires do you use? With the varied weather conditions, do you use an all-season tire or do you have separate summer/winter tires?

[@bebe0928]

Thanks for the positive comments. CVT would be a great choice for your family. The tires are standard all seasons Yokohama Geolandar, they are decent tires, works well in rain, snow and mild off roads. I haven't push the car hard enough in bad conditions to find issues in these tires.

[@pilot1226]

Great review, thanks. I'll be looking very aggressively at a 2018 Forester next spring, or possibly after the refresh for the 2019 model year unless they discontinue the 6MT option. Appreciate your thoroughness and attention to detail!

[@bebe0928]

you're welcome, glad you enjoyed the video

[@pilot1226]

Do you think this would be a good car to learn on? It's been a very long time (about 15-20 years) since my last.

[@bebe0928]

the clutch and transmission are very forgiving, the the engine has a lot of torque so make it harder to stall. so i would say yes.

[@sehwankim9312]

Very good review. Thanks!

[@lntothevoid5372]

Thanks for the review! I'm thinking of getting one of these now. Did you consider the Crosstrek when you were looking? I hadn't considered the Forester until this review.

[@DrSivaMahalingam]

great review of this vehicle. thank you

[@hmpeter]

Great review, thank you! Interesting, you get a tad better mileage at 65 than my 2006 Forester 2.0x, despite my car being somewhat smaller and having a smaller engine. I guess the new engine and the 6 gear vs my 5 make quite a difference. To bad we only have the 2.0 version here.

[@Kacpa2]

FB20 is not bad either it will be just a to slower. Still sounds great and is super efficient tho i have it in XV(EUDM Crosstrek) and its a bit lighter. But Forester is MUCH bigger cargo and headroom wise so go for it instead. It barely any heavier and still is as efficient

[@hmpeter]

@@Kacpa2 Yeah, I now have a 16 XT. Very nice car. I was looking at the XV, but it has somewhat less usable cargo space than my old Forester had, besides having about the same footprint. And many in the used marked were the 1.6NA version. Took a bit to get used to an automatic, but it is actually more fun to drive in the city and more capable on steep roads than my old 5mt dual range was. ^^

[@luisguevara7402]

Love it specially with the fact that is manual

[@jabird212]

Thank you for the review. I am debating the Forester in CVT or Manual and I think I will be getting the manual after all

[@head0927]

Great video im looking to get one exactly like this one this weekend if it’s in good shape when i get there lol

[@martykong3592]

Thanks much for post and review! Just found a used one with manual; as you said, difficult to find. Wanted one for same reasons you chose it, had a 2000 CRV manual new for over 15 years, still miss it and the manual, so here we go... Wondered what you did to shorten clutch throw by half an inch..? I'm short legged and interested in how or what you did? Thanks again! Great PNW!

[@Kacpa2]

I think about importing 2.5i 6mt Forester from US or ideally Canada(cuz of metric gauges and MFD trip coputer)to replace my XV(mostly for kore cargonand rear headroom). European forester only had 6speed with FB20. Almost no hit on fuel efficiency, but a bit more power in comparison to 2.0L. blacl on green display looks a bit cheap my XV has white on black and it has much better contrast and looks more upscale i dont know why they didnt offer that white on black display by default.

[@S3RG1020]

Great review. Thinking to buy one (2017 manual ) just the engine reliability is making me investigate more about it and then I will decide

[@mghalib]

Nice Review. Glad that there is at least one review on a forester with manual transmission. Looking to getting a 2016 one with manual and as you said the ones available are very hard to find. Wished the 2.5i premium had the roof spoiler at the rear like the limited model. How do you find the acceleration ? I know that depends on your style of driving - but just curious if you have ever felt that the torque was not enough. Thanks in advance.

[@bebe0928]

you probably will need to order one if you really want one with the right color and options. The rear spoiler is an option that you can add on to any trim, Premium included. As for the acceleration, it's very torquey, 172HP is adequate for a good pull, especially rev over 3000 rpm. Good luck to your hunt for one.

[@DannyLovesPolska]

Great review man! Ty

[@25gwolfable]

I like everything you said it and I agree with you only have one thing what you were talking about the miles per gallon you actually do from three to four miles to get better on the highway actually the truth with the automatic versus the manual I have the automatic cut Forester 2014 I love it yeah I agree I wish I wish I had a bad year but I can't beat the fuel economy of get with the automatic so I stuck with the automatic

[@Paulpunkrocks]

Well informed video! how is the road noise on the 2015 compared to 2010? I have a 2010 manual, do you still have to feather the clutch a little when shifting up to prevent jerkiness?

[@darniusterix5774]

Hello and thanks for the great review. I just purchased a 2014 forester w/ manual transmission and find that the clutch distance is really long. In the video you mentioned you installed a 1/2 inch clutch stopper. Any input as to how you installed it? Did you buy the stopper (limiter) on-line? Thanks.

[@mikeyWRX]

Hi there.... In regards to the clutch travel...Im sure the geometry is different than the Subaru BRZ which I own, but see if there is what I call the "helper" spring attached to your clutch fork. I removed this from my brz and it does stiffen the clutch slightly but it feels worlds better. The "helper" springs, to me, feel like they disconnect the feeling we all like in manual transmission cars. Just an option!

[@darniusterix5774]

Mike Ursic Thanks for the input Mike.

[@bebe0928]

Hi, I bought the stopper online, but I forgot the website. And the stopper is actually for BRZ, so i did have to do some filing to make it fit. I don't have an instruction on how to do it, but if you go to BRZ or Forester forums you can find some examples of people doing it, good luck to you! :)

[@jarochito73]

Damian, did you find the issue with the long clutch travel? I bought a 2018 Forester 6 MT and noticed the same problem, I actually had to get the seat closer to engage the clutch. I do remember in the 90's cars, you could actually adjust the clutch for this matter.

[@DifferentWayDown]

Great review! Have you had any issues with oil consumption?

[@bebe0928]

Ya i heard of the problems with pre-2016 models, fortunately mine doesn't have the issue, maybe it's for mostly automatic ones? just a wild guess, lol.

[@swillywilly3183]

Nice review thanks 👍

[@muwanguzinorman3328]

I love manual

[@BoopSnoot]

KZbinr: Yeah, I'm a hunter. Me: Cool! Deer, wild boar, elk, moose, caribou, mountain goat, fowl? Bow, black powder, or rifle? KZbinr: I hunt mushrooms.

[@RoelLopez92]

Great video ! You should review more cars your very detailed

[@bebe0928]

Thanks, I am about to release a video on my 2017 Honda Pilot EXL

[@juliosdiy3206]

Thnks u did a really good review of this car. Subaru should have put the 6 speed on the forester along time ago like 2006. It feels like subaru is lagging behind other japanese autos. I may get one of those if i can find one for cheap.

[@Rebelz78]

Good review, I have 2 questions plz. First, does it come with a cruise control? Second, what is the cut-off RPM?

[@bebe0928]

1. Yes, cruise control is standard on all trim level. 2. Reline is 6800RPM, I've never gone beyond that, so if there is a "RPM cutoff" I would think it's going to be somewhere pass 6800rpm.

[@ibdustin15]

Awesome review! Any buyers remorse at this time? Are you looking at any other cars? Hows the reliability been on both your foresters?

[@bebe0928]

Thanks for the comments, so far both Forester are reliable and issue free. The manual is great for weekend fun and mountain roads and towing, but not for daily commute driving. The CVT has improved interior and backup cameras which i really appreciate for daily driving in the city. Not really any regrets for buying either one, I won't have bought 2 Foresters if i have any remores, lol.

[@DimitarDarazhanski]

I picked up my 2018 2.5i manual transmission a week ago. I like the car a lot, but I also noticed that the clutch has a lot of travel. Can you please share a bit more info on the clutch stopper you installed?

[@bebe0928]

Hi, I bought the stopper online, but I forgot the website. And the stopper is actually for BRZ, so i did have to do some filing to make it fit. I don't have an instruction on how to do it, but if you go to BRZ or Forester forums you can find some examples of people doing it, good luck to you! :)

[@29nt23]

I found two clutch stopper online. One from ixizConcept, and the other from WORKS. They are both the same price ($24) but the shipping cost is a lot different. ixiz one looked better (aluminum piece) with cheaper shipping. So I ordered it. But it did not work unless I adjust the starter interlock switch. I didn't feel like getting my hands up to that area which is really hard to reach. Changing the travel of interlock starter switch will make it work as well as you can start the car without engaging the clutch (enabling you to install remote starter). But I did not want that for a safety reason. So I decided to buy the other one from WORKS. With the shipping, it was more than $40, but it works without messing with the interlock switch. If you are interested, I can send you both links and also explain things. I could not find much information about "interlock switch" on Forester and I spent pretty big chunk of time finding it.

[@bebe0928]

Hi, mine is a rubber texture "nipple" thin that would just screwed on the original clutch back stop to extend the back stop out 1/2 inch. Wasn't that complicated. I finally found the link: store.worksmotorsports.com/Scion_FR_S_Subaru_BRZ_clutch_pedal_stop_p/169.211.htm

[@bebe0928]

Hi, mine is a rubber texture "nipple" thin that would just screwed on the original clutch back stop to extend the back stop out 1/2 inch. Wasn't that complicated. I finally found the link: store.worksmotorsports.com/Scion_FR_S_Subaru_BRZ_clutch_pedal_stop_p/169.211.htm

[@ardenleeemhoff621]

Hi one last question: Were you still able to depress the clutch enough to start the car in neutral? Thanks.

[@bobberbear4622]

Nice review

[@robifleming]

Hey. Good video. I also have the 2015 forester manual. Love it. Looks like you are a fellow portlander?

[@bebe0928]

Cool! Yes I live in the Portland area, the land of Subarus.

[@WoolyBuggerPicker]

Great review! how do you squeeze work into your life? 😉

[@slappy76]

Hey how is the oil consumption on this? I have read some issues with the FB25 using oil especially with the 6MT. Some owners claimed as much as 1QT for every 1000 miles which is crazy. Have you noticed any oil loss? Do you top off at all?

[@bebe0928]

My oil consumption was about 2000 miles to low. Not bad but not good, but it's been fixed for under the oil consumption class action. Also came with free extended warranty, everything is good now.

[@huetuber1204]

I'm actually considering trading in my Mercedes for one of these simply because of the manual transmission and taller seat height.