Hi there, just joined as I've just become the owner of a 2007 2.5 XTEn Forester.

My last two weekend cars have been a Porsche 911 and a tricked up Suzuki Jimny so hoping to combine the performance and go anywhere capability with this one.

Hopefully I've bought well as the vehicle has a full Subaru history, sensible miles and just 3 owners.  

One minor problem already noticed is a rather heavy clutch - is that normal and I can't open the tailgate - any ideas?

Jonathan 

Welcome mate.Its a decent forum full of info and nice people.Do you have any pictures of your forester

Only one that my partner has on her facebook page - she took it homecand I haven't seen it since - I have her Citroen Berlingo Van!

ANd I can't work out how to post pics either.

Clutches are normally not heavy, could be clutch or even issue with hill hold mechanism that linked to clutch pedal !

Sounds like rear boot release or lock mechanism needs looking at, can be a PITA that ...

Wotcha and welcome

Hi mate welcome to S.O.C