2008 Subaru Forester Limited
JF1SG69608G708546
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Last listed by MJ Motorsports
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Market price range
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2008 Subaru Forester Limited for sale near Grand RapidsMI
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Listings
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Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MJ Motorsports | Grand Rapids, MI 49548 | $9,800 | 144,886 mi | 2021-03-28 | 1986 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for JF1SG69608G708546Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 20 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2008 Subaru Forester likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2008 Subaru Forester has 1 recall campaign as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. EPA combined fuel economy: 20 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2008 Subaru Forester 4-DR. w/SAB
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SUSPENSIONSUBARU IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2002-2007 IMPREZA, MODEL YEAR 2003-2008 FORESTER, AND MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 SAAB 9-2X VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 5, 2000 THROUGH…NHTSA campaign 11V464000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2008 Subaru Forester from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2008 Subaru Forester over the last 6 months — the market softened $394 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $6,344 |
| May 2026 | $6,495 |
| June 2026 | $5,998 |
| July 2026 | $5,578 |
| August 2026 | $5,575 |
| September 2026 | $5,950 |
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Subaru Forester Limited (this car) | $6,848 | 4 | — |
| 2010 Jeep Wrangler | $10,994 | 4 | +$4,146 |
| 2008 Ford Escape | $6,335 | 2 | −$513 |
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | $6,635 | 2 | −$213 |
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | $8,245 | 2 | +$1,397 |
| 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer | $11,200 | 2 | +$4,352 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 2 · 2004–2010What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 321 | $6,995 | 100% | 138,053 mi |
| 2009 | 168 | $6,322 | 90% | 142,924 mi |
| 2008 | 61 | $5,455 | 78% | 145,504 mi |
| 2007 | 59 | $5,499 | 79% | 148,065 mi |
| 2006 | 46 | $4,995 | 71% | 148,886 mi |
| 2005 | 33 | $5,988 | 86% | 137,468 mi |
| 2004 | 22 | $4,997 | 71% | 134,694 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.