Subaru Magazine Issue 2, Winter 2019

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WHEN A SUBARU SAVES YOUR LIFE THE ONE MILLION KM FORESTER A HISTORY OF SUBARU CONCEPT CARS

CUSTOMER STORIES

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

SUBARU DEALERS: IN FOCUS

WHAT YOUR CAR DOES AT THE BOTTOM OF A SNOWY HILL, MATTERS. HOW LONG IT LASTS, MATTERS. HOW SAFE IT KEEPS YOUR FAMILY. THAT REALLY MATTERS. LONG WEEKENDS SPENT DRIVING THROUGH WOODS. THEY MATTER. GOING PLACES YOU’VE NEVER GONE. THAT MATTERS. THAT ONE DAY YOU’LL REALLY NEED TO GET TO THE AIRPORT, IN THE SNOW. THAT’LL DEFINITELY MATTER. GETTING MUDDY AS A FAMILY, MATTERS. WE BUILD POWERFUL-BOXER-ENGINED, ALL-WHEEL-DRIVING, SAFETY-STANDARD-SETTING, EASYOFF-ROADING, ANY-WEATHER-DRIVING, FOREVER-LASTING CARS. SURE. IT’D BE NICE TO WIN SOME STYLE AWARDS. AND POLISHING UP OUR CARS FOR A GLOSSY PHOTOSHOOT IN MILAN WOULD BE FUN. IF WE WERE NAMED CAR OF THE YEAR 2018, WE’D PROUDLY TELL OUR MUMS. IF WE WON SHINY AWARDS FOR OUR ADVERTS, WE’D BE VERY HAPPY. AND WE’D ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT IF PAUL POGBA DROVE A FORESTER. BUT THAT’S NOT WHY WE BUILD OUR CARS. A SUBARU IS A CAR FOR PEOPLE THAT UNDERSTAND WHAT REALLY MATTERS. AND THAT’S WHY WE BUILD THEM BETTER, WHERE IT MATTERS.

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WELCOME! Welcome to the second edition of Subaru Magazine.

2018 has been a great year for Subaru UK. In January we launched the all-new XV with a campaign centred on our new brand platform, Better Where It Matters. Both the XV and Impreza were recognised as the safest small family cars of 2017 by the crash-text experts at Euro NCAP, an accolade that we are immensely proud of. We held VIP events at dealerships across the UK in August to celebrate our 60th anniversary. And we ended the year on a high as the 3rd fastest growing automotive brand in the UK.

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FROM HILL TOPS TO COW’S BOTTOMS

Our second issue shares the incredible story of Jerry, a Subaru owner with 1 million kilometres under his belt, explores the history of Subaru concept cars and shares stories from across our loyal customer base and dealer network.

We hope you enjoy reading the second edition of Subaru Magazine and here’s to an even better 2019!

Chris Chris Graham MD, Subaru (UK) Ltd

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FAST TRACK DELIVERY

CONTENTS 4 PERFECTLY BALANCED TECHNOLOGY 6 WHEN A SUBARU SAVES YOUR LIFE 8 ONE IN A MILLION 10 FORESTER, THE NO NONSENSE SUV UPDATED FOR 2019

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THE UNSTOPPABLE IMOGEN CLARK

12 ICE AND EASY DOES IT 14 ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT

Published by Subaru UK IM House, South Drive, Coleshill, Warwickshire B46 1DF United Kingdom 0121 747 4000

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30 MOTHER OF ALL SAFETY CARS

18 THE GREATEST SHOW CARS

32 IT’S A WIN WIN 33 TESTING TESTING

22 FAST TRACK DELIVERY

34 SIX STAR REVIEWS

24 SAFELY GO THE DISTANCE

36 THE UNSTOPPABLE IMOGEN CLARK

26 FROM BEACH TO THE PEAKS 28 THE QUACK PACK IN THE OUTBACK

38 THE A TEAM. CELEBRATING 75 YEARS AND STILL GOING STRONG 40 SHOOTING FOR THE STARS 42 FIND A DEALER

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PERFECTLY BALANCED TECHNOLOGY Every Subaru (apart from the BRZ sports coupe) boasts permanent Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and a Boxer engine, but have you ever wondered why that is? Well, put simply, it’s because both are the best engineering solution available.

Subaru fans appreciate left-field technical thinking perhaps a little more than owners of more mainstream marques. As a manufacturer, Subaru has always pushed the boundaries of engineering, yet managed to keep it all in a package that is affordable. There are too many clever features to list in one short article, of course, but the Boxer engine and permanent Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive are the blood line that runs throughout the brand’s history and product range – with very good reason.

The Boxer Beat With the launch of the shapely Subaru 1000 in 1966, Subaru created a basic engine design philosophy that continues to serve them today. The 1000 unveiled a small but perfectly formed 1.0 litre ‘flat four’ engine that would set the template for decades to come.

Unlike ‘inline’ engines, where all the cylinders and pistons sit in a straight line, a ‘flat’ engine lays two banks of cylinders horizontally, directly opposing each other. From a technical point of view, this is preferable for several reasons, the first of which is dynamic. When you lay the main mass of an engine down low like this, you lower the car’s centre of gravity. When you do that, you significantly improve handling, weight distribution and grip, making it the safest and most engaging way to drive on all roads - especially if the weather is bad or the road surface is slippery.

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Next up is safety; flat engines sit much lower in the engine bay than their traditional counterparts, meaning that in any frontal impact it’s much easier to design the crash structure to tuck the engine under the passenger safety cell and out of harm’s way. It’s one of many reasons that Subarus score so highly in safety tests around the world.

The final reason is refinement. As a cylinder on one side of the engine punches in during the combustion process, its opposite number on the other side does the same, but in the opposite direction. This endows a flat engine with an inherent balance that’s simply impossible to achieve in a traditional inline design. That perfectly synchronised and sweetly balanced punching motion is also how the Boxer engine gets its unusual moniker.

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Exceptional all weather capability

The Boxer engines in today’s Subarus may be a world away from the 1966 EA-52 unit in terms of power, refinement, emissions and longevity, but they’re very much cut from the same cloth – and for the very same reasons.

to save component wear and fuel. On a mid to large sized car like a Subaru, which is much lighter and fleet of foot, the AWD system is engaged permanently, not only offering literally twice the grip all of the time, but also giving the car incredible road-holding and active safety.

True Grip Many owners choose their Subaru for its go-anywhere tenacity and seemingly endless reserves of grip ensuring exceptional stability and traction no matter the driving conditions. 1972 saw the first generation of Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system, debuting on the Subaru Leone Wagon. An all-wheel drive estate car in the 1970s? This is the car that kick-started the current preference for every 4x4-styled family estate on the market today. The difference is that none of those other manufacturers have 46 years’ experience with all-wheel drive technology!

At this point you may be wondering on the subtle difference between four wheel drive (4WD) and all wheel drive (AWD).

Generally, 4WD systems can be switched in and out to offer either 2 or 4 driven wheels. These systems are usually used on larger, heavier SUVs and pick-up trucks as a way

The key difference with Subaru’s drivetrain is that it is a Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Symmetry is very important when it comes to motive parts on a car. Unlike many of its rivals, the drive shafts on either side of a Subaru are precisely the same length as each other, with the main components like the gearbox, propshaft and differential sitting along the centre line of the car. This offers the kind of perfect weight distribution that engineers dream of, allied to each wheel getting a precisely proportioned application of power and torque. Put simply, it’s a perfectly balanced system with everything in equilibrium.

Both ideas were deemed brave and innovative when they were launched, but they are now the benchmark by which many other car models are judged. After all, isn’t world-class safety, incredible capability and unparalleled reliability what it’s really all about?

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WHEN A SUBARU SAVES YOUR LIFE, WHY WOULD YOU WANT TO DRIVE ANYTHING ELSE? Subaru owner Mike James

Mike James recounts the nightmare moment that could have claimed his life – and talks about the Subaru Legacy that saved it.

It’s a story that could have had a quite different and tragic ending. But the fact that Mike James is still here today is a wonderful testament to the inherent safety features of not only the Subaru Legacy but all Subaru cars due to their ability to absorb an impact and dissipate energy away from occupants during a collision.

Mike continues, “The traffic on our side was fairly light and we were sauntering along at about 50 mph. As we approached a junction, on my left I spotted a black 4x4 edging forward as it tried to turn right into the queue. I had a funny feeling, almost a premonition, that something was going to happen – and it did”.

Mike, from Brockenhurst in Hampshire, has always been a big fan of Subaru. His first purchase was a second-hand ’52 plate Legacy in metallic mid-blue. He describes it as ‘a reliable, spacious load-lugging estate that proved especially useful when restoring a classic boat.

Anything and everything was moved in her’.

What happened next… well, you can guess. The impatient driver took a chance, accelerated quickly and darted out just as Mike was passing.

The 4x4 hit the Legacy on its rear left side door and back quarters with enough impact to lift the back wheels off the ground.

And it was this Legacy that Mike was driving on that fateful day. With him were his 90-year-old mother and the family dog.

“We immediately shot to the left and headed towards a grass verge lined with large, thick trees. I braked hard

His remarkable survival story begins on a typical May Bank Holiday weekend in 2014.

“We were in the New Forest National Park heading to the supermarket for the usual Saturday shop. The traffic out of Lyndhurst was particularly heavy and trailing back quite a way.

The sun had its hat on and everyone seemed to be out and about.”

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Mike’s current Legacy Estate

and managed to keep in control and straighten up. Talk about a car remaining calm under pressure! I did take out a sapling, but the Legacy came to a halt just 30 feet from where the impact occurred. We ended up in a 45 degree ditch, but… and this is a big but… avoided a head-on collision with an even larger oak. I shudder to think what could have been.”

Shaken but uninjured Clambering out of his Legacy, Mike’s first thoughts were for his mother and family pet.

“My elderly mother was badly shaken but otherwise seemed fine, and although our dog took a tumble in the accident, she also appeared to be uninjured. Just at that moment, the driver of the other vehicle came

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running over to see what state we were in. I have to admit I did let him know with a few choice words!” Within minutes, the emergency services were on the scene; one fireman had to hack down shrubs and tangled roots in order to access the severely damaged rear left side and free Mike’s mother and dog. Then, in a scene right out of the movies, the fireman pulled her out of the damaged vehicle and lifted her to safety – much to the relief of the shocked crowd on the road who were expecting the worst.

Mike, who did damage his shoulder in the collision, then recounts something that another fireman said to him immediately after the shock of the smash. Something that will stick with him forever.

“After quickly checking that we were both alright, an officer came up to me and exclaimed, ‘you were lucky you

were in a Subaru... Any other car and you would have been dead or badly injured’. It was an extremely sobering thought. And something I shall always be grateful for.”

How safety came as standard Mike and his mother certainly rode their luck, but their Legacy played an important part in their survival. So what features contributed to the car’s ability to withstand such a collision?

Although 14 years old, Mike’s Legacy had the benefit of ring-fenced protection. Super-strong build quality, coupled with side impact protection which was built into all of the doors took the full force of the impact and its circular reinforcement frame dissipated the energy away.

Driver and passenger side impact airbags gave extra protection whilst

‘You were lucky you were in a Subaru... Any other car and you would have been dead or badly injured’ pretensioners in the seatbelts kept Mike and his mother firmly in place and helped deploy the airbags effectively.

The Legacy continues to be one of the safest cars on the road today and Subaru remains committed to the welfare of passengers, pedestrians and other road users, recently announcing its vision to eliminate traffic accident deaths involving Subaru vehicles by 2030. All Subaru SUVs, plus the Impreza and Levorg, have achieved the maximum 5 star Euro NCAP safety rating and the XV and Impreza were jointly recognised as the safest small family cars of 2017 by the crash-test experts.

After his accident, Mike did not want to see the damage caused to his beloved Legacy.

“I knew some of the outside panels had been ripped off, but I was told that the inside remained in near perfect condition. To survive such a crash… well… I cannot thank Subaru’s engineers, designers and dealers enough. A few mental scars are still there, but I have the confidence again to continue driving - but only in a Subaru. Nothing else will do”.

Mike’s reassurance in all things Subaru has since seen him purchase a replacement for his Legacy. Of course, it’s another Legacy Estate, this time a turbo diesel.

As Mike puts it, with no sense of irony, “It’s Subaru ‘til I die”.

Find out more about Subaru safety at www.subaru.co.uk/safety

Interior airbags inside the Legacy helped protect Mike and his mother

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ONE IN A MILLION! The Subaru Forester that has clocked up 1 million kilometres Subarus are renowned for their unfaltering reliability, so it’s no surprise when you hear many owners go on and on about how their vehicles, well, go on and on and on. Like a badge of honour, they talk about their odometer rolling over the 100,000 then 200,000 mile mark and even beyond.

But even we were impressed when we heard about Jerry’s Subaru Forester. It has clocked up an astonishing 1 million kilometres (over 621,000 miles). Let that sink in for a moment, that’s 25 times round the world!

Meet Jerry Jernej Jung (known to his friends as Jerry) lives with his remarkable Forester in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, a city with a green soul, surrounded with tree-lined forests.

“I bought this car in 1998 because I needed something to go off-road”, he beams. “I’m very much fond of going to the mountains, to the rivers, to the woods picking mushrooms or going to the hills”.

It’s easy to see why Jerry loves his home so much. The surrounding landscape is stunning, making any individual want to take off and explore.

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Jerry is happiest driving when listening to the Beatles inside his Forester

Music to the ears for any Subaru Forester owner wishing to put their Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive through its paces!

But how has Jerry racked up his incredible mileage over the years?

After all, Slovenia is only a small country tucked between Italy, Austria and Croatia.

“I have a band, Mladi Levi, we are very famous and I write songs in both English and Slovenian. We play many places and I enjoy travelling and driving my car. I have been to Morocco, Turkey, Africa, Germany,

Russia, England, Scotland, Portugal, Norway, and Finland”.

A big Beatles fan, Jerry is happiest when driving along long and winding roads.

Forester by name, reliability by nature It’s a well-known fact that 96 percent of all Subaru cars built in the last 10 years are still on the road today. Jerry’s Forester is a testament to the vehicle’s unrelenting reliability. Twenty years old and it has never broken down!

“Every 15000 km I have a good

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Musician Jernej Jung from Slovenia has reached one million kilometres in his Subaru Forester

service. Always professionals. I never use spare parts from unknown producers – always Subaru”.

So, no Tom, Dick or Harry for Jerry!

As he eloquently tells us, “This is the only car I ever had in my life that has never let me down. I’ve never needed help out on the road”.

But it’s not just reliability that makes a Subaru owner feel a million dollars.

A Subaru is one of the safest cars you can drive – as Jerry knows only too well.

“Near Ljubljana, we have mountains bordering with Austria and they are

2000 metres high. One time I came from Switzerland and the day before about 1.5 metres of snow fell. And there was a sign: ‘Forbidden to drive, pass is closed’. Jerry laughs, “I just said, go! I know it’s a Subaru.

I also have summer tyres, without chains, nothing! So I just turned the transmission reductor on and I was the first one to arrive at the top”.

For twenty years, Jerry has trusted his Subaru Forester to take him on his magical mystery tours across Europe and beyond. But he’s not finished yet.

“I didn’t know this odometer for kilometres stops at 999,999. And I

thought, it goes to zero, but no! The mechanics in Slovenia didn’t know that either”.

His Forester has simply become a part of his heart and a part of his life.

“If you enjoy travelling, Subaru is the best. And my car is one in a million”.

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Jerry driving around his hometown of Ljubljana

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FORESTER, THE NO NONSENSE SUV UPDATED FOR 2019 Exceptionally capable. Reassuringly safe. Utterly reliable. Forester, our much-loved go-anywhere SUV, enjoys a refreshed look for 2019.

Subaru’s motto for building cars is ‘Better Where It Matters’. Once again the latest incarnation of the Forester celebrates this engineering philosophy with world-class safety ratings, the capability to conquer all weathers and terrain, and the ability to go the distance - year after year, mile after mile.

Outside, the 2019 exterior enjoys an upgraded front bumper with a new, bolder front face. Inside, a subtle interior redesign offers further refinement including a carbon-look for the instrument panel trim. In the large boot area, flooring is now tough water-repellent PVC, whilst new rails make sliding luggage in and out easy for weekend adventures.

For 2019, Forester offers two specification levels: 2.0i XE Lineartronic and 2.0i XE Premium Lineartronic.

As with all Subaru SUVs, permanent Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive ensures Forester delivers exceptional grip and control on slippery roads, muddy tracks or wet fields. On steep terrain X-Mode with Hill Descent Control automatically optimises traction, power and

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braking at the push of a button – all you have to do is steer. X-Mode functionality is now standard fit on the Forester range.

Naturally, the Forester enjoys an array of active and passive safety technologies including EyeSight, which now comes as standard on both variants. This advanced driver assist technology acts like extra pair of eyes on the road ahead to warn you about potential hazards and, where necessary, provide collision avoidance assistance to help keep you and your family safe at all times. Awarded the maximum 5 star Euro NCAP safety rating, Forester gives you peace of mind for every journey.

As before, the 2.0i XE Premium Forester variant provides drivers with further specification refinements including leather seats with memory function, keyless entry with push button start, a power tailgate and satellite navigation.

Prices for the Subaru Forester start from £30,000 for the XE Model and £32,500 for the XE Premium.

Find out more at www.subaru.co.uk/forester

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ICE AND EASY DOES IT Thanks to Subaru’s permanent Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, perfect balance and optimised dynamics, there aren’t many places a Subaru can’t go - even when there’s snow on the ground and ice on the roads.

That’s not to say you shouldn’t plan ahead, though. With just a little bit of foresight, a trusty Subaru can become the kind of snowmobile that could put a husky to shame. Even if we don’t see the white stuff that often this season, plunging temperatures do demand a little extra attention, so here are a few top winter tips.

Snow Shoes It’s not just ice and snow that can make driving trickier during the winter months; wet conditions can be just as hazardous. Ensure you check the condition of your tyres. Tyres need plenty of tread to clear water and snow: the legal limit is 1.6mm, but it’s advisable to change them when the tread reaches a depth of 3mm. You may also consider fitting winter tyres if necessary.

Don’t lose your cool Coolant (also known as antifreeze) is a bright yellow or green liquid that mixes with water in the cooling system.

It’s used to protect your engine from overheating in hot conditions and from freezing in cold conditions, so it’s important to check that it’s topped

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up before the temperatures drop. The coolant level should be within the min and max marker on the reservoir. If you’re not sure how much coolant is in the system, your local Subaru dealer will be able to check this for you. If you do need to top up, be sure to use a high-quality coolant product.

I can see clearly now If you drive a lot during the winter, you’ll go through vast amounts of screen wash to cut through the salt and grime. Keep the washer bottle full of screen wash of the correct concentration so it doesn’t freeze in the washer pipes, nozzles, or even worse when it hits the windscreen – particularly dangerous when you’re driving.

Blades of Glory Winter can really take its toll on wiper blades, so be sure to check them for signs of wear and tear throughout the season. If the rubber blade wears low it won’t remove water, ice and snow efficiently from the windscreen — causing all sorts of visibility issues. If wipers do become frozen to the screen, be careful when freeing them up as they can break easily. Start at one end of a blade and gently peel the rubber up off the screen, slowly working your way all the way down. It’s also a good idea to give them a wipe every now and then to make sure they’re working at

We’ve had our fair share of Great British winters over the past few years. Here are a few tips to make sure that driving in ’Subaru Season’ is a pleasure not a chore. their best. Placing an old blanket on the windscreen at night can prevent frozen wipers and scraping in the morning, too.

Be prepared To keep your car in top condition through the winter, check that all your exterior lights are in full working order — including any fog lights. Check the oil level too, and make sure the car has got plenty of fuel before setting off on any long journeys. It’s always sensible to travel with a few extra warm clothes, a torch, spade and flask of hot drink on board in case you get stuck behind someone who doesn’t drive a Subaru!

If you also take a tow rope, you might even be able to play the White Knight and help them on their way.

Of course, the easiest way to get your vehicle winter-ready is to book into your local Subaru dealer. Relaxing in reception with a warm coffee sounds far more civilised, doesn’t it? Covering all of the points above – and more – the Subaru Winter Health check only takes 30 minutes and makes sure you’re ready to go head-to-head with the worst of the weather. Sadly though, this does mean you’ll have to find another excuse for skipping work to go sledging…

Find your local dealer at www.subaru.co.uk/find-a-dealership

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FROM HILL TOPS TO COW’S BOTTOMS, THE YORKSHIRE VET TAKES IT ALL IN HIS STRIDE (AS DOES HIS OUTBACK) Julian Norton, who you may recognise from Channel 5’s The Yorkshire Vet is a lifelong Subaru fan. We chat to him about his love for the brand and his new found fame as a TV vet.

“My first proper car was a 5-door reddish-blue Impreza. It was the perfect car for a mixed practice vet: a good boot; Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with fantastic grip on roads whether they were mud-covered, wet, icy or snowy; hard as nails on wet grass – ideal for getting cow-side in a field. I loved it and enjoyed many happy years going up and down the lanes, fields and villages of North Yorkshire in the early noughties as my veterinary career progressed.”

His voice trails off a little as he admits to a rather regrettable decision.

“I traded it in. 120k miles sounded like a lot and I felt a newer vehicle was required. Even though, in reality, it wasn’t a lot – especially for a Subaru – nor was a new car needed.”

But there was never a car that could match up to the capability credentials of Julian’s beloved first Subaru. So, he decided to go back to what he knew best and got back behind the wheel of an Outback in Autumn 2018.

“As I filled up the boot with my calving jack, stomach tubes, syringes, needles, medicines and gloves, I had the words of a Take That song ringing in my ears: ‘Back for Good’. I don’t talk to cars, but if I did, I would be apologising and admitting that the break-up of several years duration was ALL MY FAULT. I was so sorry, it would never happen again!”

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Since 2015, Julian has been involved with the hit Channel 5 series The Yorkshire Vet, an observational

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documentary following the work of his practice. It’s as close to the classic All Creatures Great and Small that you can get - cows, sheep, dogs, cats, horses, the odd pig and even an alpaca thrown in! He is currently busy filming for Series 8 (that’s nearly 100 episodes so far!) with his new companion.

“It’s hard work at times - the working days are longer and more stressful, but it’s also been an amazing experience. The joy and satisfaction from delivering a lamb, saving a life, making an owner happy, diagnosing and curing an illness, is a fantastic thing. Then having the chance to share these experiences with households across the country magnifies this feeling many times.”

To get a better idea of what Julian’s dual roles entail – practising vet and TV personality - he invited us to spend a day with him.

“Change of plan, Laura,” Julian explains to his PD. PD usually means ‘Pregnancy Diagnosis’ and consists of Julian inserting his arm inside the rectum of a cow to check whether she is pregnant. Nowadays, it stands for Producer Director and the main

person responsible for pointing a camera at him for most of the day.

Julian explains Plan B while driving his Outback.

“We went to see a bull with a prolapsed rectum first thing this morning. I examined the poor animal, who needed an epidural, which I managed to perform there and then. Now, I’m not saying it was cold, but with fog lingering around the Vale of York, my breath looked like that of a dragon!”

“Plan A was to head back to the practice in Boroughbridge and finish off the ops list after a warm cup of something. Instead, we’re heading over to Nidderdale to see a llama with a sore eye.”

The receptionist from the practice had just called on the ‘hands-free’ of his new Outback. With his phone already linked up to the Outback’s Apple CarPlay infotainment system, they were seamlessly connected.

“We’re going there now.”

‘Going there’ consists of an hour’s drive over the undulating and twisting B roads of rural North Yorkshire. It was

wet and slippery with frosty patches in the hollows. The kind of journey the Outback takes in its stride.

“I’m secretly hoping that the llama will be in the middle of a field. Just to give me the chance to do a bit of offroading.” Julian laughs. Laura hoped so, too.

It would add an extra element of interest to a possible TV story if the vet had to drive through a treacherous, muddy field - but there was little chance of getting stuck in the mud in Julian’s trusty Outback.

Unfortunately for all concerned, the llama was not stranded. It was in a lovely, clean stable with plenty of straw.

His eye was indeed painful with a large ulcer in the centre. It would take some persistent treatment, but it was not as challenging as Laura had hoped.

The story probably won’t make the cut, but the ride did show just what the Outback was made of.

An hour later, country roads defeated, Julian makes it back just in time for afternoon surgery. Wherever Julian has to go, no matter how challenging the journey, one thing is for sure - the Outback will always get him there.

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THE GREATEST SHOWCARS - A BRIEF HISTORY OF SUBARU CONCEPT CARS Motor Show fantasies or the vision of what’s to come? In our case, it’s more than a little of both. Join TV presenter and lifelong Subaru fan Paul Cowland as he takes a look at some of Subaru’s previous Concept Car creations.

The Viziv Performance Concept, unveiled at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show

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Although Subaru has always followed its heart when it comes to brave and innovative design, nothing quite captures the dreams and visions of its designers like concept cars. Here, without the constraints of accountants, production engineers and marketing teams, their thoughts and pens can run free – often with incredible results. Over the years Subaru has unveiled some simply

stunning creations to the public under the guise of their show car programmes. Some encapsulate a time and place, some reflect the design language of an era, but all share a common vision: to create a car that’s fun to drive, great to look at, and, of course, one that makes every journey better. So, buckle up, take a seat and prepare yourself for the most unusual of brand histories.

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In a design era where it was fair to say that many of Subaru’s design team were reaching for rulers and set-squares, the F-9X of 1985 was a bold departure. Whereas the showroom models of the time were angular and folded, in the height of the firm’s ‘Origami’ period, this car looked like it had escaped off the set of a science fiction movie.

If you look past the bold primary colours for a second, there’s actually a very svelte sports car concept under the garish hues of the 1987 Jo-Car design. Calling on Subaru’s Kei car heritage, this playful little concept used a clever three-valve-per-cylinder 544cc engine allied to a super-smooth CVT gearbox.

With a supercharger added for some additional shove and plentiful grip offered by the All-Wheel Drive system, the Jo-Car looked like the perfect way to carve through country lanes on a hot summer’s day.

This beautifully styled and perfectly proportioned Targa top roadster represented something of a radical departure for the brand back in 1991.

The Legacy was relatively new, and the Impreza was still a distant dream, but the Rioma firmly heralded sporting intent from parent company Fuji Heavy Industries. The brief was to show that a sports car could not only be a lot of fun, but also safe and environmentally conscious.

Thanks to our friends at Subaru America, the 1992 Amadeus Concept was built on the superb chassis of the SVX to offer a true ‘shooting brake’ sports wagon that balanced elegance with practicality – as well as looking about as ‘90s as an early box set of Friends.

Packing 360 bhp and an impressive 343 Nm of torque, the F-9X boasted performance figures that still look impressive by today’s standards. The aerodynamically - efficient shape was very avantgarde for the mid-80s and pointed the way towards new styling cues and ideas. Note the interesting and unusual ‘glass to canopy’ drop glass in the side windows – a feature that would eventually make it onto the production Subaru SVX that launched a few years later.

But it wasn’t just loud shades and fun dynamics.

The head-up display and on-board diagnostics screen were both well ahead of their time and as for the super-smooth aerodynamics – they’d still be futuristic today! Imagine the car in a singular classy paint finish, and you can imagine how stunning this could have looked on the showroom floor.

Under the bonnet was a finely-tuned 2.0L engine offering superb performance, coupled with a dual range AllWheel Drive drivetrain.

Fairly standard Subaru fayre, you might think, but with the ability to run on both unleaded petrol and methanol, the Rioma hinted at Subaru’s desire to create fast yet frugal cars. Safety was superb with airbags, a Targa rollover bar and four-point harnesses.

With 250 rampant horses under the bonnet from the silky smooth 3.3 flat six, the Amadeus offered the ease of a five-speed automatic with an extremely prophetic navigation system.

Thankfully the ‘glass to canopy’ cockpit design remained but now, out back, was a useful touring boot space.

The perfect Grand Tourer combined with all of that luggage capacity?

You could argue that the Amadeus was the very best of both worlds and a precursor to the plethora of high-performance estates that would follow in its footsteps.

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I know what you’re thinking already!

This one looks more than a little familiar, right? If you’re thinking that the Streega of 1995 bears more than a passing resemblance to the perennial Forester, you’d be spot on – and doesn’t that just show why the whole concept car exercise is so important?

Because between every other fantastical creation lies something that might just make a production model with only a few tweaks something the Streega managed very successfully to achieve.

Subaru would revisit the idea of a stylish roadster once again in 2003.

The Scrambler concept was an interesting design as it boasted a classic aesthetic, inspired by Fuji’s aircraft heritage, with a central intake and wing motif evident in the frontal styling. The drivetrain was once again very innovative for the time, using a 2.0 flat four hybrid system that used electric motors up to 50mph before the petrol engine kicked in.

Bringing things bang up to date, the latest Viziv concept again unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show, really showed the world the next generation of Subaru’s thinking and direction.

Heralded as the face of the coming production line-up for 2020, many showgoers were blown away with its ‘factory-ready’ appearance.

Subaru’s thinking was simple, yet incredibly clever. Why not style a lifestyle-friendly SUV body over the superbly capable Impreza chassis?

Taking a car already feted for its superb handling would marry wonderful road manners with true ‘go anywhere’ ability. While it seems ludicrously obvious now, back in 1995 almost all Sport Utility Vehicles were based on off-roaders, which were nothing like as much fun to pedal on a decent B road. This Swiss-army knife approach to being generally brilliant at everything seemed to hit the mark with the public – and, well, you know the rest!

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Unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show of the same year, this 2003 study also featured self-levelling air suspension in order to adjust ride height – as well as a dent-resistant lower panel to allow the car to shrug off car park dings.

Even though the Scrambler sadly never made it to the showrooms, much of its design language can be seen in Impreza, Legacy and Tribeca models that followed.

You can see an awful lot of the brand’s heritage in this design and, true to form, Subaru promised to keep the superbly balanced Boxer engine format and Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system lower in the chassis to ensure that the latest Viziv design was not just a pretty face.

Using advanced composite materials throughout, like carbon fibre and carbon-reinforced plastic, the centre of gravity for this car is much lower than other cars in the same class; with the promise of Subaru’s usual clever chassis sharing, you can bet that other variants will be available on the same floorplan.

From its fastback profile, through to its familiar grille, and what looked like a bonnet scoop for a top-mount intercooler, the Viziv Performance concept ticked all sorts of aesthetic boxes.

As evidenced by the brand’s concept car history, Subaru remains committed to engineering innovation to ensure that the road ahead is safe, full of adventure - and most importantly, that our cars continue to be better where it matters.

NEW for 2019

ALL WEATHER. ALL TERRAIN. ALL WHEEL DRIVE. ALL YOURS. An estate that’s as comfortable on muddy fields as it is on city streets, the Outback is available in limited stock in Dark Blue Pearl with Ivory Leather interior for 2019. Stylish, spacious and refined, Outback takes you further.

Find your local Subaru dealer at subaru.co.uk/find-a-dealership

SUBARU OUTBACK RANGE fuel economy and CO2 results (WLTP): Combined 33.0mpg, CO2 emissions 166g/km. There is a new WLTP test used for fuel consumption & CO2 figures. CO2 figure shown is based on the outgoing NEDC test cycle and will be used to calculate vehicle tax on first registration. Only compare fuel consumption & CO2 figures with other cars tested to the same technical standard. Fuel consumption achieved in real life conditions and CO2 produced depends on a number of factors including accessories fitted (post-registration), variations in weather, driving styles & vehicle load.

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FAST-TRACK DELIVERY:

FROM DOCKS TO DEALERSHIP IN FIVE DAYS From the docks to a dealership ready for a customer to collect the keys, we discover the checks and processes each imported Subaru undergoes and how the whole journey is so swift.

Many drivers will pick up the keys to their new Subaru from their local dealer and drive off the forecourt in high spirits, somewhere between bliss and euphoria.

But not many will have considered the journey their new car has taken in the last few days to get into their expectant hands. So indulge us while we reveal a little about how the adventure unfolds.

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vast import centre in the South East. Each deep water ship is a pretty impressive sight, carrying between 3000 and 6500 vehicles on their decks. Depending on the ship’s size, this can mean cars sit on anywhere between 10 and 17 decks.

Interestingly, the floors on each deck can be adjusted to the height of the vehicles they carry – making the transportation operation highly efficient and cost-effective.

On its way from Japan, the ship will dock at around seven ports so normal transit time can be between 30 and 35 days.

Once they arrive at the 32-acre site, each Subaru is taken off the ship for compounding. This is done electronically: each vehicle will go into storage areas marked either as Customer Stock, Dealer Stock or Compound Stock. Customer and Dealer Stock are self-explanatory; Compound Stock comprises cars we keep on-site for sales planning and business purposes.

The docks handles 500,000 vehicles annually. It’s a big operation that takes place all-year round, although we see significantly more vehicles coming through during the new

registration months around February - April and August - October.

The import centre itself boasts two 6,000 sq ft workshops, underseal facilities, de-wax wash bays, a fuel station and administrative offices.

Prepared with a little TLC Once compounded and in clean storage, the cars go through the Workshop stage where they receive a meticulous NVP (New Vehicle Preparation) as well as a bodywork inspection. All initial checks and works are conducted at this point and the whole process is undertaken and completed within 48 hours. The Workshop teams are not only highly skilled, but also multi-skilled, giving each vehicle the specialist TLC required.

In order to help reduce the insurance group of our vehicles, we fit full alarm systems and locking wheel nuts, etch windows and locking wheel nuts and label 20 parts with anti-tamper stickers offering dealers and customers an extra layer of reassurance.

It’s all under control The next stage is Quality Control.

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that it is the correct specification and that nothing is wrong with the car. A series of specialist checks are then carried out by mechanics to ensure everything is in tip-top order.

Facilities include inspection and smart-repair bays and the cars are moved regularly in order to keep oil circulating.

and are fuelled. Vehicles are only allowed to leave the import centre in showroom condition.

Essentially, vehicles that leave us should be in the same condition as when they left the factory. All the work we conduct is to the same meticulous standards. Before vehicles are automatically allocated to their final delivery destination, they receive a final wash/spruce up

Distribution to the dealer network is handled by our own personnel, rather than an intermediary. This maintains the speed and efficiency that our network has come to expect from dealing with Subaru UK, as well as ensuring the highest quality standards.

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On their way The Logistics and Transportation process sees the vehicles dispatched and taken to their intended dealership destination.

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Across the finish line Finally, the vehicle is received by the dealer for that all-important handover.

Regardless of UK destination, the whole process from a vehicle being driven off the ship to arriving at a dealership should take no longer than five working days.

It’s a very streamlined operation - and something that the Subaru Import Centre is very proud to complete time and time again.

Now that’s what you call fasttracking!

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SAFELY GO THE DISTANCE With a host of safety tech fitted to all models as standard, the superblycapable Subaru Outback is the perfect companion for long distance journeys.

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”All the features make you feel safe and it’s so capable it can take us wherever we want to go.”

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Adaptive cruise control

A spacious and comfortable interior for long journeys

A good family car needs to be able to fit into the routine of everyday use – but a great one also has the ability to take on the unexpected journeys and activities that crop up now and again. That’s where the Subaru Outback has come into its own for Tom and Annie, who live with their family on the outskirts of Warwick.

Outback is the blind spot monitoring,” he says. “When there is a hazard in your blind spot, a light illuminates in the mirror to tell you if a car’s there. It’s certainly saved me a few times.”

At least, Tom and Annie refer to it as the outskirts; their children don’t believe it’s as close to civilisation as that.

“We’re only five miles from town,” says Tom, “but our son and daughter say it’s in the middle of nowhere! Either way, we need a car that’s capable in all conditions to make sure I can get to work, and that helps us to keep up with our children’s social lives.”

Indeed, the Outback’s spacious interior has been put to use countless times as the teenagers have counted on mum and dad as a taxi service. And beyond the daily commute, Tom and Annie have driven the car the length and breadth of the country – from visiting their own parents in Cornwall to taking their daughter to football matches in the northeast. “We chose the Outback because we knew we’d have plenty of longer journeys as well as the trips to work and school,” says Annie. “Now we’re getting ready to take our son to university in Southampton. We needed a car that was safe for the family, at all times. And the Outback has the maximum five star Euro NCAP safety rating and a host of technology that makes our journeys safer, which were really important factors in choosing this car.”

Tom feels that the Subaru’s accident prevention skills are extremely important. “The safety kit I really like on the

Tom and Annie’s son makes preparations for university

Annie is a big fan of EyeSight, the Outback’s camerabased suite of safety tech, which watches over the road to enable everything from adaptive cruise control to providing warnings or even braking assistance to help prevent a collision. “EyeSight is always looking out for you,” she says. “We cover long journeys and it’s easy to get tired. But if I turn on the adaptive cruise control, it’ll keep a safe distance to the car in front and do my braking and acceleration for me.” She also rates the pre-collision braking system, which gives warnings and can even provide braking assistance to help you avoid an impact.

The real genius of the Subaru’s safety kit and always-on Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive is that they work constantly in the background, allowing Tom and Annie to get on with family life and enjoy spending time together as they travel across the country, regardless of the type of road or the prevailing weather. Tom is extremely pleased with the car’s cruising comfort, helped by the smooth refinement of its petrol engine, and Annie feels a sense of security every time she gets into the Outback, as the driver or a passenger.

“All the features make you feel safe,” she says, “and it’s so capable it can take us wherever we want to go.”

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FROM THE BEACH TO THE PEAKS National Geographic competition winner Holly Metcalf explores the Isle of Skye in a Subaru XV with photographer and adventurer Charlie Hamilton James.

From the desolate beauty of its beaches to the almost Martian-like majesty of its peaks, the island of Skye in the Inner Hebrides features some of the UK’s most striking landscapes, helping make it one of Scotland’s greatest adventure destinations.

National Geographic competition winners on Skye with Charlie H

James. The winner was Holly Metcalf, originally from London, but now studying for an MSc in Social Policy at Oxford University.

‘Although I had spent some time in Scotland when I was younger attending an air cadet camp at RAF Lossiemouth I’d never explored the Highlands or visited Skye,’ explained Holly. ‘But it had definitely been on my list.’

Subaru XV negotiates a waterway on Skye Photo by Holly Metcalfe

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Holly’s transport for the weekend was a Subaru XV, which offers the same blend of advanced safety technology, Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive go-anywhere capability and rugged reliability that underpins every Subaru SUV. ‘I’d never been in a Subaru before,’ noted Holly, ‘but I was impressed by how comfortable it felt and how easily the boot swallowed all our luggage.’

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sky and know that it would be perfectly sunny one minute later!’

The stunning four-mile Quiraing walk proved the perfect opportunity for Holly to try out some of Charlie’s tips. Then it was back to the XV for a short hop across the Kyle Rhea straits on the world’s oldest manual turntable ferry to the Scottish mainland and, reluctantly, home.

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and permanent Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, crossing a deep ford was no problem. ‘We wouldn’t have dared do that in a normal 4x4!’ Holly remarked.

Arriving on Skye via the bridge that spans Loch Alsh, Holly and her guide Rob spent the night at Portree before meeting with Charlie Hamilton James for a full day exploring some of Skye’s most famous sights, including the Fairy Glen, and the Old Man of Storr, a jagged pinnacle of rock that towers high above the island’s lowlands and can be seen from miles around.

‘Having Charlie there with us was such a bonus,’ Holly said. ‘Charlie spent some time living on Skye, meaning he had great insight into the island, but he also helped me improve my photographic skills.

I was given a Canon DSLR camera as part of the prize and Charlie showed me how to pay attention to lighting and composition to improve my shots.

He had this incredible ability to look into a cloudy

Highland cattle on Skye - Photo by Holly Metcalfe

‘Finally getting the chance to explore Skye was an incredible experience,’ Holly said. ‘If I had to suggest a couple of must-see trips on the island I’d probably suggest the Old Man of Storr and the Quiraing. But there’s so much to do I’ll certainly be going back to explore it further.’

That return will have to wait, however. As soon as she completes her master’s degree Holly is jetting off to New Zealand for three months where she’ll have ample opportunity to put that camera – and newly-honed photographic skills - to good use.

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THE QUACK PACK IN THE OUTBACK Meet Meirion Owen, his 7 border collies, 90 Indian Runner ducks and one very accommodating Subaru Outback. ’Totally quackers’ He’s heard it a million times, but Meirion doesn’t seem to mind. After all, he does like all his ducks in a row. Explaining what he and his son Lestyn present, Meirion describes it as ‘entertaining duck herding demonstrations’.

It’s a show like no other. Meirion, his son, seven border collies and a raft of comical Indian Runner ducks (affectionately known as the ‘Quack Pack’) jump off the back of a Subaru Outback (with trailer) to give educational and hands-on herding displays to the general public as well as corporate clients (including team building programmes).

It’s fun, hilarious to watch but it has a serious side.

Seriously quackers Meirion’s sheep dog and duck demonstrations are designed to showcase the amazing talents of border collies and the communication between handler and dog. The displays at local, regional and national events right across the country

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are interactive, allowing hands-on adult and children participation.

Never one to duck the limelight, so to speak, Meirion provides his own humorous commentary as he uses a combination of commands to guide his dogs and (sometimes) cooperative Indian Runner ducks around a course that includes tunnels, slides and pens.

A farmer, born and bred Meirion has been around border collies all his life. Born on the family dairy and sheep farm in Middleton Hall, Carmarthenshire (now the home of the National Botanical Gardens of Wales), he is the third generation of his family to be involved in the art of training, competing and demonstrating with his border collies. He appears regularly on TV and has been on three series of the very popular BBC programme One Man and His Dog, as well as BBC Countryfile, The One Show, SKY 1’s Pet Nation and Songs of Praise.

Meirion is a life member and trustee of the International Sheep Dog Society and past Welsh President of

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the Society. Judging assignments take Meirion all over the globe and he was honoured to be invited to judge the very first World Sheep Dog Trials.

Outbacks always fit the bill Meirion’s father had a Subaru Pickup for use around the farm in the late 1990s and it was a vehicle that he came to trust and respect over the years.

So when it came to purchasing his own vehicle, he followed the family herd and chose a Subaru. Rather like his border collies, he needed something with agility, energy and an innate ability for hard work; the Outback fitted the bill perfectly.

Over the last 10 years, Meirion has owned four Subaru Outbacks, his latest pride and joy being a Dark Blue Pearl Outback 2.5 SE Premium.

They travel the country extensively and tow a small Ivor Williams trailer, averaging around 35 to 40 thousand miles a year.

Meirion explains, “I require a reliable, comfortable, safe vehicle, roomy inside and with a very good four-wheel capability. The Subaru Outback ticks all these boxes. It’s my home and office”. But it’s not just a workhorse, it’s a bit of a crowd pleaser, too. ”When at shows and corporate days I have been amazed how many people fancy the Outback and ask could they have the opportunity to ‘sit in it’”, he says.

Meirion’s ‘Quack Pack’ has been delighting the crowds for 27 years now and his son Lestyn is the fourth generation of the family to get involving in training and demonstration.

And how does Lestyn get on with the Outback? Without blinking, Meirion answers, “like a duck to water”.

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THE MOTHER OF ALL SAFETY CARS Life’s busy for mum Molly Horton and her 2.4 child family. A family car is an essential tool, so finding a vehicle that can cover all the bases is no small feat‌ Molly Horton enjoying the XV

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When you find out you’re expecting your first child, you instinctively start to research. Which is the safest car seat? What weaning tools can stop my child choking on pureed banana? Digital thermometer… check. Stair gate…check. I even fell for those ridiculous clips you put on drawers to stop toddlers trapping their fingers (which also prevent you from ever accessing the contents of the drawer). I wanted every possible safety-based accessory to support me and my kids in staying happy, healthy and, well…alive!

So when it came to choosing a ‘mum wagon’, I only had two things in mind. Firstly, could my pram fit in the boot? My gorgeously oversized and expensive Bugaboo had been purchased way before I said goodbye to my Cabriolet with the smallest boot known to man.

Secondly, what’s the car that would keep us safe no matter what the journey throws at us? We needed something that would be effortless around town… but could also manage the odd muddy campsite or steep farm track.

Safest Small Family Car I had assumed it was a choice of clunky family wagon or impractical hatch and that there was no in-between.

That was until I got to experience the Subaru XV, awarded Euro NCAP’s Safest Small Family Car of 2017, for a week. I was blown away by how safe and secure I felt in the car. The handling made me feel glued to the road and there was plenty of room in the back for my children. The car also came bristling with very sophisticated safety technology, apparently all fitted as standard. This was on a level I hadn’t experienced in a car before.

Just 24 hours into my seven days with the XV was enough to convince me that it was an incredible option for my family. I knew Subaru’s capability and reliability credentials were well regarded – but I hadn’t appreciated how these qualities played such a valuable part in everyday family motoring.

The Subaru XV is available with Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT); as someone

who’d always ruled this out due to my need to ‘be in control’…I was soon proven wrong. The fact is, if you are buying this car to keep your kids safe, taking away the added effort of a manual drive actually makes sense. My driving style improved at junctions and roundabouts. Even my husband commented that I was a ‘much better driver’.

Safety comes first The all-new XV comes with EyeSight, a driver assist functionality that is essentially like an extra pair of eyes to warn you of potential collision risks. It can even brake for you to eliminate or reduce accident severity.

EyeSight’s Adaptive Cruise Control can maintain a safe pre-selected cruising distance to the car in front. The system will even prompt you if you’re sat in traffic and the car in front moves ahead.

Other safety features include things like Rear Vehicle Detection, warning you of cars in your blind spot when driving or, whilst reversing, unseen vehicles approaching. These helpful little tools just made the whole experience of the car feel super-safe. It felt like I had an extra person with me when driving, calmly telling me it was safe to switch lanes or reverse out safely. At last I was free of back seat drivers!

Practical driving pleasure Throughout the week I did it all in the XV; school runs, big shops, a caravan holiday and motorway driving (both free-flowing and stationary). The XV had a solution for every type of journey; a fantastic reversing camera for parking, an infotainment system the kids loved and a brilliant navigation system. The cabin was spacious and comfortable, whilst the boot ensured we could in cram bikes and all the additional clothes and food that a mum could ever wish to pack for a camping adventure.

A safe family choice that’s also fun It’s not the lowest cost car on the market, but all the XV’s safety features and extensive technology ensure your family’s safety is paramount. Any parent that has entered the minefield of newborn cot mattresses will know there are loads of cheap and cheerful options on the market, but they don’t come with the reassurance that what you’re buying is designed with safety in mind. Think of the Subaru XV as a giant newborn cot mattress: it won’t help your baby sleep through the night, but you definitely get the reassurance you pay for.

If, like me, you’re a parent that loves driving and a car that keeps you and your family safe is a key priority, do yourself a favour: check out the safest small family car you can buy - the Subaru XV. Molly was driving the Subaru XV 2.0i SE Premium. Find out more at www.subaru.co.uk/xv

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IT’S A WIN WIN The winner of our 60th anniversary customer competition tells us how the XV is settling into life with the Todd family.

Subaru UK celebrated its 60th Anniversary by holding a series of VIP Customer Events at dealerships across the UK earlier this year. At the events a limited number of Diamond Anniversary XV, Forester and Outback vehicles were introduced, as well as a competition to win a Subaru SUV for a year. Michael Todd, a long-standing customer of Stokesley Motors in Middlesbrough, was the lucky winner of a Subaru XV! We catch up with Michael’s son Dominic to find out how the family have enjoyed their first couple of months in Europe’s safest small family car. ’Winning a Subaru SUV was a real red-letter day for our family. Dad currently has a ten-year old Impreza that’s given us incredibly reliable service. But he’s recently been looking to change, which was the reason we decided to go along to the VIP event.

And now we’ve got a year to enjoy a superbly safe SUV and find out what living with one is really all about!

Big on bikes Our initial test for the XV was a mountain bike trip to Derbyshire with a friend. The Subaru passed with flying colours, easily fitting in both bikes with the rear seats folded flat.

The extra height of the Subaru XV made loading and unloading so much easier than a regular hatchback. I also like the way that, once the bikes are in, the retractable parcel shelf clips back in place and holds the bikes securely, acting as a restraint bar when on the move – a typical fixed parcel shelf just wouldn’t be as practical.

Grippy where it’s slippy A trip to see the incredible sight of hundreds of seals with their newly born pups on the beach at Donna Nook has long been a ‘bucket list’

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The Todd’s XV making a splash - Photo by Jason Batterham

Top right and bottom - Michael and his family collecting the keys to the XV

wish for us. This year, we finally got to go. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the event was highly popular, despite the fairly remote location in rural Lincolnshire. Equally unsurprisingly, the car park was a quagmire, with many cars sliding about as they tried to exit. No such trouble for us in the Subaru XV, which, as my friend commented, simply ploughed across the muddy field without so much as a single wheel slip. You definitely feel the benefit of the permanent fourwheel drive on the road too; most of the two-wheel drive cars I’ve owned lose traction when briskly pulling out of a busy junction. Although this isn’t usually dangerous it can be embarrassing as the tyres squeal like a boy racer! With the XV (and my father’s Impreza), I can’t ever remember a time this has happened: the car just grips and goes, giving total reassurance.

is in ground clearance. The scuffs at the base of the front bumper of Dad’s Impreza bear witness to the fact that the ground clearance doesn’t always match the traction ability. We’ve had no such issues with the XV, with the 220mm ground clearance and rugged bumpers both being immensely reassuring. You don’t even need to go off road to benefit, either. As a recent trip to the Derbyshire Peaks proved, that extra ground clearance is perfect for flooded roads, too.

In the clear One area where the XV definitely has an advantage over our old family car

Find out more at www.subaru.co.uk/xv

With my parents living in rural North Yorkshire and myself 130 miles away, visits over the winter season can be touch and go. Snow and poor road conditions have sometimes meant that plans have had to be delayed or even cancelled. With the XV we all feel reassured that wintry conditions won’t affect our family plans this season – bring it on.

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TESTING, TESTING You may have heard the acronym ‘WLTP’ mentioned in the motoring media recently. But what does it mean exactly? And how will it affect you? Our simple guide tells you everything you need to know.

WLTP stands for Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure and as the name suggests, it’s the new global standard for testing the emissions and efficiency of all cars sold new today. It’s been designed to replace the old NEDC (New European Driving Cycle) test that the industry has used for years and unlike its predecessor, has been designed to more accurately reflect how cars are actually used in real life.

Going forward, this means that quoted MPG figures should more accurately match what’s achievable under normal driving.

WLTP testing features much more ‘on road’ driving and will also take into consideration available features and options on a vehicle. From air conditioning to electric seats, every additional feature adds to the weight of the vehicle and, combined with its usage, ultimately affects emissions and fuel economy. WLTP ensures that the use of such features is clearly recognised in testing, providing a more accurate view of how the consumer would use their car in real life.

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NEDC Duration: 20 minutes

Duration: 30 minutes

Distance: 6.8 miles

Distance: 14.4 miles

Speeds 29.9 average 81.3 maximum

Speeds 21 average 75 maximum

Different gear shift points depending on vehicle

Fixed gear shift points

14-23 degrees test temperatures

20-30 degrees test temperatures

Road Type Going from2 phases with NDEC, the new WLTP test will have 4 phases to represent: urban, city, A road and motorway

Test cycle Moving from a single test cycle, WLTP will introduce 3 different test cycles depending on the power-to-weight class of the vehicles. The appropriate test cycle will then be used for the specific vehicle

stringent; with a much longer test drive aspect, higher maximum speeds on test, a longer test cycle and a greater number of actual test demands. Even details like the variance of gear shift points are now taken into account, to make sure that the powertrain sees everything from a gentle commute to a spirited motorway blast.

What this means in effect is that after re-testing many vehicles emissions figures will appear to have risen, despite those vehicles producing the exact same amount of Carbon Monoxide (CO2) and Nitrogen Oxides (NOX) as they did before because the new testing takes into consideration the additional weight from optional extras. In some cases, MPG figures may take a small tumble, too – as a result of cars being driven harder and more ‘realistically’ during the new test cycle.

WLTP has been introduced to allow all car buyers to see emissions data that more accurately reflects the type of driving that they’re likely to achieve – and therefore allow them to make a better-informed decision on the environmental credentials and fuel economy of their chosen car before they buy. What this may also mean, going forward, is that the Road Fund Licence (or road tax) and company car tax for a model may go up, as these are currently based on what comes out of the tailpipe. For every car under the new protocol, that’s most likely to be higher.

The main difference between the two tests is that WLTP is far more

Although WLTP has actually been applicable for all new model

Influence of optional equipment CO2 values will now take into account the weight and effects on aerodynamics or optional equipment such as air conditioning, tyres etc.

CO2 and fuel consumption Consumption measurements will now be closer to what drivers experience on the road

introductions since September 2017, it became compulsory to all new car registrations from September 2018.

Any new model introduced after this time must conform to the new guidelines, but the EU has made allowance for any older models that don’t conform to be sold for up to one more year afterwards.

Fast-forward into the future and by 2020 the entire European car market will have one single, simple WLTPCO2 standard to allow manufacturers, purchasers, legislators and fleet managers to accurately compare and target each and every car on sale. Although the figures will have changed, the cars themselves remain exactly the same. It’s simply the test that governs them that has changed.

It’s fair to say that Europe still leads the way in ensuring that the vehicles on its roads are the cleanest on the planet.

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CUSTOMER REVIEWS

SIX STAR REVIEWS

Find out what real Subaru drivers think about their cars - and what really matters to them most.

XV - THE COMPACT CROSSOVER “The XV is my fourth Subaru. First impressions were favourable in that I could properly fit the car to me with adjustments to driver’s seat and steering wheel. It is a big change from my 20-year-old Forester and it takes a little while to master all the electronic wizardry but so far I am delighted with the driving experience.” Dr B, Cambridgeshire

are more than happy with the way it drives and handles. The safety features are impressive, we like the Sat Nav and how easy it is to use.”

Mr S, Wiltshire

Subaru but bought something else.

Now I have an XV and I am delighted with it. Comfortable, good handling, well made, quiet but punchy.”

Mr S, Suffolk

“I really like the XV, I have had two Foresters and now two SUVs. The XV is easy to drive and fuel efficient. I am confident in driving it.” Mrs M, Surrey

“Having previously owned three Subarus I knew roughly what to expect. Fine build quality, comfort, practicality, superb handling, safety and reasonable economy.”

Mr F, North Yorkshire

“Extremely pleased with my XV, lots of features I didn’t expect. Good value for money. Friends who have seen it are impressed and my wife loves it!”

Mr T, Derbyshire

“Well done Subaru, the XV is probably your best car yet. True to the Subaru roots and with a genuine off road capability and a quality build. This car is special, you must get down to your dealer and book a test drive.”

Mr T, North Yorkshire

“We have a Subaru XV Premium and

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“Twice when changing my car in recent years I have considered a

“My XV is amazing it, glides down the road and is a beautiful looking car. I wouldn’t have anything other than Subaru.” Mrs F, Kent

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OUTBACK - THE RUGGED ESTATE “Everyone who has been in my Subaru Outback says how comfortable and roomy the car is. It just gives you a complete feeling of safety and easiness of driving.”

Mr T, Cambridgeshire “This our 12th Subaru. The 2.5 Limited Run Outback 2017 model.

It is a dream to drive being quiet,

smooth and very comfortable.

Loaded with lots of features. My grandchildren absolutely love it as well.” Mr S, Lancashire “I am delighted with my Outback. My first automatic. It is a comfortable car, well equipped and I feel so safe in it. The performance is excellent.”

Mrs A, East Sussex

“The Outback is an excellent car that suits all our needs as we can put the dog in the back and set off near or far with comfort and space for all. The excellent driving position allows for stress free travel while the passengers relax with space to stretch their legs.”

Mr B, Buckinghamshire

FORESTER - THE NO-NONSENSE SUV “I’ve had 7 Subarus in total, the first one which I bought second hand in 1985 covered 180,000 miles & never let me down. Since then I’ve had 6 Foresters and each one has been excellent. I really like this latest one with the EyeSight technology.”

Mr C, Lancashire “I had a very enjoyable experience with my first Subaru Forester XT. I have just changed after 4 years to the Forester 2.0i premium CVT because I liked the new EyeSight

technology. So far my expectations have been met and I am really happy with my new car.”

Mr S, Lanarkshire “Very economical 4x4. Spacious interior. Performs well in all weathers including snow and heavy rain.” Mrs G, Inverness-Shire “I am delighted with my current Subaru Forester (it’s my fourth). The latest model has a much-improved infotainment system. However, the

real plus about owning a Subaru is it’s engineering and off-roading capabilities” Mr L, Berwickshire “Very pleased with comfort, interior space and ease of driving. This is coupled with excellent all-round vision and good equipment levels.

I live in a rural location with many single-track roads – I am confident that my Forester can meet any demands made upon it” Mrs B, South Humberside

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THE UNSTOPPABLE IMOGEN CLARK: DRIVEN TO SUCCEED, NO MATTER WHAT.

Imogen driving to succeed in both the pool and out on the road

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Geoff Cox Subaru sponsor GB Women’s 50m Breaststroke Champion Imogen Clark. Refusing to let any obstacles get in her way, Imogen delivers an outstanding performance when it matters most.

Imagine doing something you love (and are brilliant at) and then being told you can’t do it anymore. That’s what GB swimming champion, Imogen Clark, had to deal with.

Now 19, Imogen was diagnosed with photosensitive epilepsy at the age of 15 and was told to stop swimming and give up on all her hopes and dreams.

Not a chance. She swam on and on, going faster and faster. Soon she started to make waves at every meet she participated in, winning event after event. Under the guidance of Strength and Conditioning Coach Gordon Watson, Imogen became National Champion - her fierce determination to succeed paying off big-time.

The big breakthrough came when Imogen won the Silver medal at the European Swimming Championships at Glasgow in 2017. In the Women’s 50m Breaststroke she set her best time of 30.04 seconds –ranking her fourthfastest in the world and seventh-fastest of all time. The 2020 Olympics in Tokyo beckons and she will be one of the favourites to bring home something golden.

A Subaru fan Born in Derbyshire, Imogen now studies and trains (around 25 hours a week) at Loughborough University.

However, she makes the 70-mile round trip back home three or four days a week. Imogen is a big fan of Subaru cars and was delighted when Neil Cox, Managing Director of Geoff Cox Subaru in Denby, agreed to sponsor her.

Imogen explains, “I used to train in Gordon’s gym in Denby and got to know Neil Cox, as he also trains there. Gordon and Neil have been friends for ages”.

Gordon approached Geoff Cox Subaru about sponsoring the potential Olympian and they were only too happy to help.

Neil enthuses about the partnership, “We sponsor Imogen’s local gym and love to get involved in helping young people get active and do something positive with their lives. Imogen, in particular, is inspirational and we decided to do everything we could to help take her to the highest level. We’re very excited about Tokyo.”

Worry-free travel Imogen’s sponsorship includes the loan of her favourite Subaru, an Impreza. Recognised as Euro NCAP’s safest small family car of 2017, Imogen knows that the Impreza will carry her from A to B without any problem. Anything she needs vehicle-wise – from maintenance to servicing – is provided.

It’s something that Imogen really appreciates. “Being a country girl, I’ve always loved Subarus, so to have a super safe, capable and reliable car to ensure I always get to

where I need to be, whether it’s training or competitions, makes my manic life that much calmer. I can just concentrate on my swimming and not worry about the travelling”.

“As a swimmer, all four limbs need to be perfectly balanced in order to achieve maximum power and efficiency when I am competing to ensure I deliver my best performance”.

Similar to Subaru’s trademark combination of Boxer engine and Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system, that maximises both power delivery and stability - something Imogen understands only too well.

Permanent Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and responsive steering also make the Impreza the perfect vehicle for negotiating the never-ending twists, turns and bumps of the country roads she takes home.

Breaking down barriers Overcoming obstacles is a theme that seems to run through Imogen’s sporting career. Rather than stopping her, it seems to inspire her.

She has become an ambassador for the charity Epilepsy Action, dedicated to improving the lives of everyone affected by epilepsy.

And with all her achievements, barriers still need to be knocked down. When Imogen won Silver at the European Championships she realised that the Awards Ceremony in the arena would be in pitch black, have twirling lights and 25 photographers with flashing cameras - which could have been a huge problem for Imogen’s photosensitive epilepsy.

Her team manager and doctor spoke with the event managers, who kindly turned the lights on to ensure that the photographers didn’t need to use flash photography.

Quite clearly, Imogen is a remarkable young woman. Her unstoppable drive, astonishing dedication to her chosen sport and sheer determination mark her out as a future superstar.

It’s these qualities that were quickly noticed by Neil at Geoff Cox Subaru.

Just like Imogen, Subaru cars are built to perform and go places where others would fail. As Neil Puts it, “There’s a saying that sums up what we think of Imogen: ‘Winners are not people who never fail, but people who never quit’.”

To find out more from the team at Geoff Cox Subaru, visit: www.geoffcox-subaru.co.uk or call 01332 425953 37

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This year Subaru has marked its Diamond Anniversary with a series of customer events held at dealerships up and down the country - worthy celebrations for six decades of building the safest, most capable and reliable cars on the road today.

We thought that would be hard to beat. But Adams Brothers in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire have raised the longevity bar even higher.

They too have been celebrating a big anniversary – their dealership has been in business for 75 years!

Celebrating their Diamond Anniversary

Adams Brothers Subaru, in Aylesbury, is celebrating their 75th anniversary. Managing Director Dane Adams talks to us about some of the history and highlights behind this remarkable business achievement.

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Established in 1943 by Sydney Adams (who was father to the late second generation brothers Douglas, Maurice and Norman and also the Grandfather to the third generation brothers Dane, Ben and Tobin who currently run the business), the Adams Dealership started during the war as Adams & Sons. The dealership started selling Hillman, Humber and Singer Cars (later to be known as the Rootes Group) to the good folk of Buckinghamshire.

The local garage grew from strength to strength, building a reputation for great customer care. In 1999, they added the Subaru franchise to their brand portfolio and began selling new and approved used Subaru, Isuzu and Daihatsu models.

Through the noughties, they added several specialisms to their Subaru sales offering, including aftersales, servicing and MOTs. Loyalty has proved a key driver for the business and many customers routinely visit the dealership for

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maintenance year after year. Dane Adams, Managing Director, beams with pride as he talks about how their Subaru dealership came about.

“Our Subaru connection was the result of a long, well established trading relationship between two pioneers of the local motor trade: our late father Norman Adams and Gordon Huxtable of Deer Leap Garage in Ringshall, Hertfordshire.

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Deer Leap was a local village garage to whom our father supplied Rootes Group cars.

In 1986, Deer Leap changed franchise to Subaru which they continued to represent until Gordon decided to retire in 1999. In late 1998 a chance conversation at a business lunch between the two friends led to an introductory meeting with Subaru UK and, as they say, the rest is history.

We were lucky enough to hit the ground running as a new Subaru dealer, taking on the entire Deer Leap customer base and staff. So before we had even opened the doors, we had 13 years’ experience under our belts!”

Still celebrating new firsts This year, in particular, has been memorable for the dealership. In August, a joint showroom party was held with Subaru, marking both the dealer’s 75th and Subaru’s 60th anniversary. Dane recalls two more stand-out moments this year.

“One of the highlights for me was when F1 drivers Max Verstappen and Daniel Ricciardo spent a day on our forecourt filming a commercial.

Two absolute driving legends. And the other, well that was when we recruited Hayley, our first female trainee technician to the business,

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something not many dealerships have done.”

All in all, it’s been a momentous year for Adams Brothers Subaru and certainly a fitting tribute to the dealership’s endurance and durability over the years. Something, of course, every Subaru has in spades. Dane thinks the secret behind their success is the underpinning values of their dealership.

“We are a traditional family business with old fashioned values. We have a picture in reception of our late father Norman, who watches over our every move,” Dane laughs. ”Our most valuable asset is without doubt our team of great people, who show true dedication, professionalism and commitment to delivering

outstanding service to our customers.

We are proud that our dedicated team have an average length of service of over 20 years. Indeed, Dave Shaw is still working with us today as a technician, 52 years after joining us as an apprentice straight from school in 1966.

We focus on getting the basics right whilst constantly developing what we do to stay ahead of the competition and to keep customer satisfaction and value for money at the core of everything we do…. Just like Subaru.”

To find out more from the team at Adams Brothers Subaru, visit: www.adamsbrothers-subaru.co.uk or call 01296 434343

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SHOOTING FOR THE STARS Dales Subaru sponsor World Sporting Championship Junior, Josh Bridges, as he targets further Clay Pigeon shooting glory.

Josh Bridges at one of his many competitions

Dales Subaru in Barnoldswick, Lancashire is currently sponsoring Josh Bridges, aged 20, from Clitheroe. Josh is one of a new breed of shooters making a big bang in the sport. Last year he triumphed at the Junior World FITASC Championships in Hungary as well as picking up numerous national and international awards along the way.

Following in his father’s footsteps, he first picked up a gun when he was about 12 and has been firing on all cylinders in his FITASC discipline competitions ever since. To the uninitiated, this type of sporting clay means you are forced to shoot gun down. The highest point of the stock must 40

be below a line on your vest, 25cm below the axis of your shoulder. The gun has to stay here motionless until you can see the first target (not when you hear the trap go off).

Josh excels at his sport and, although too modest to agree, there is no sporting target too quick for him.

Josh’s association with Dales Subaru is through a family connection and friend. His father John and Ross Butterworth, Managing Director of Dales, go back years and even shoot together around the country.

Ross explains more, “John’s farm is pretty much next

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Josh competing at the CPSA World English Sporting competition in 2016

door to our dealership, so I got to hear and see for myself very early on how good Josh was. I never expected him to become World Champ though and we’re chuffed to bits for him”.

Dales Subaru decided that they wanted to help Josh further and that’s where the idea of sponsoring him was born.

Ross continues, “It seemed like an obvious match to us.

We sell a significant number of Subarus to the shooting market due to the renowned reliability and capability of Subaru vehicles amongst the sport, so to have a great ambassador like Josh on board is something we’re very proud and privileged to be involved in.”

Dales Subaru is on hand to help Josh out with all his driving commitments as he heads up and down the country to shoot. Whether it’s a competition up in bonny Scotland or a selection event down in Dorset, they provide a Forester, Outback or XV for his travels.

It’s something that Josh really appreciates, “The constant travelling can be a bit of a bind, but a Subaru makes it more enjoyable. The ride is comfortable and always knowing I can get to where I need to, no matter the weather or the road conditions, is a big help”.

And it’s not just the country roads and mile munching motorways that his Subarus have to contend with. Very often a FITASC event will require off-roading to reach various layouts and courses. This is, of course, where a Subaru comes into its own. With the permanent Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system distributing power to all four wheels all of the time, every Subaru boasts superior traction on wet and slippery surfaces, providing exceptional grip and control in challenging conditions.

So what does the future hold? Josh, a butcher by trade, is 21 next year and will be taking the next step up into the Men’s competitions.

Josh during a visit to Dales Subaru

“I’ve got my eye on the World Championship in Greece next year and hope to carry my form into them. I am also starting to coach sporting clay shooters from beginners to experienced shots. This is proving to be extremely popular and is something I enjoy as well.”

His success is something Ross is delighted his dealership contributes towards.

“Of course, on a personal level, it’s great. But as a Subaru dealer, it’s the perfect sponsorship opportunity and matchup for us”.

“Josh is a big fan of Subaru and believes that with each model they’re getting better and better.”

And with the Men’s World Championships the next target for this very special marksman, getting better and better is exactly what we know he’ll do.

To find out more from the team at Dales Subaru, visit: www.dales-subaru.co.uk or call on 01282 881448

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A F Noble & Son - Penicuik

EH26 8EZ

01968 441188

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John Harrison - Lowdham

NG14 7DS

01158 283572

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Adams Brothers - Aylesbury

HP20 1JH

01296 752794

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K T Green Ltd - Leeds

LS21 3DA

01133 464898

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Aird Motors Subaru - Highland

IV4 7BP

01463 548417

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NP8 1EP

01873 564187

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Ashburton Motor Works Ltd - Nr TQ13 7RB Newton Abbot

01364 681458

Keith Price Garages Ltd Abergavenny

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Kew Subaru - Richmond

TW9 4HJ

02080 031061

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Autosales - Kirriemuir

DD8 5AP

01575 392432

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Kinghams - Croydon

CR0 1BE

02080 035795

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Autovillage Subaru Cheltenham

GL52 8SA

01242 850612

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Lawrence of Kemnay Limited Inverurie

AB51 3RN

01467 423459

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Bagot Road Garage - Jersey

JE2 7PG

03303 118428

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01748 841796

Bell & Colvill (Horsley) Ltd West Horsley

KT24 6DG

01483 494015

Leisure World Subaru Richmond

DL10 7JB

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M.R. Gair Ltd - Lerwick

ZE1 0PZ

01595 492506

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Budgen Motors Subaru Shrewsbury

SY1 4AB

01743 404992

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Maidstone Subaru - Maidstone

ME15 9FB

01622 528968

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Bulldog Twyford - Twyford

RG10 9EU

01189 117988

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Maple Garage Ltd - Hull

HU11 4NA

01964 782297

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C S G Pollitt Limited - Exeter

EX2 8PN

01392 339455

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Maple Leaf Garage Ltd Daventry

NN11 9DY

01327 272748

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Cambridge Subaru Trumpington

CB2 9NE

01223 633706

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Monza Subaru - Ashington

RH20 3DD

01903 444763

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Central Garage - Newport

PO30 5UX

01983 623169

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MTC Subaru - Peterborough

PE7 2AJ

01733 822943

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Central Motors - Chard

TA20 1EP

01460 601492

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Mylchreests - Isle of Man

IM2 1HE

03303 334337

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Charles Warner - Lincoln

LN2 4LD

01522 848479

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Newman & Reidy - Northampton NN6 0HJ

01604 659882

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Colin Appleyard Cars - Ashtonunder-Lyne

OL6 7QL

01618 228402

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Perkins - Rayne

CM77 6SA

01371 483379

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WR7 4RD

01386 306673

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Colin Appleyard Cars Huddersfield

HD1 3PA

01484 829014

Pershore Sports and Prestige Stoulton

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Pinkstones Subaru - Trent Vale

ST4 6PJ

01782 484958

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Constitution Motors - Norwich

NR3 3TE

01603 954124

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Plymouth Subaru - Plymouth

PL7 2HN

01752 522412

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Croxdale Subaru - Durham

DH6 5HS

01388 881052

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Proven Subaru - Haslemere

GU27 2AP

01428 853296

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Culverwells - Robertsbridge

TN32 5DG

01580 363077

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Redstone Subaru - Ruthin

LL15 1NJ

01824 526266

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D Salmon Cars - Weeley

CO16 9JT

01255 388706

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Regent Subaru -

LL52 0AP

01766 482216

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Dales Subaru - Barnoldswick

BB18 6TG

01282 882817

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Richtoy Subaru - Winterton

DN15 9RN

01724 245882

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Dalgleish - Galasheils

TD1 2BZ

01896 478802

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Roxby Subaru - Southampton

SO31 9GQ

01489 222564

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Dennis Common - Morpeth

NE65 8HX

01665 751515

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S & S Services - Ayr

KA8 9SX

01292 844296

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Desmond Eastwood Motors Ltd - Lisburn

BT28 2SN

02892 755156

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Simpsons Subaru - Swindon

SN6 7NA

01793 399508

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Simpsons Subaru - Witney

OX29 9UF

01993 627832

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Stan Palmer Ltd - Carlisle

CA1 2UR

01228 371383

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Stokesley Motors - Cleveland

TS9 5AG

01642 694553

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Trelawny Subaru Cornwall Penzance

TR20 8HX

01736 664697

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Dorset Sports Cars Ltd Wimborne

BH21 6RD

01202 983353

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Drayton Subaru - Bebington

CH63 4JZ

01515 156883

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Drive In Autocentres Halesowen

B63 2SA

01384 505335 70

Turners of Erlestoke Wiltshire

SN10 5TZ

01380 323584

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Duques Garage - Guernsey

GY8 0DP

03303 334343

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Unity Coventry

CV7 7EF

01676 591674

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Eaglesham Garage Ltd Eaglesham

G76 0LH

01355 443056

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Unity Leicester

LE8 8TD

01162 149060

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Europa Subaru - Sheffield

S2 4AL

01142 244035

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Unity Tredington - Shipston On Stour

CV36 4NN

01608 433163

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Fife Subaru - Cupar

KY15 4SX

01334 441387

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01252 888912

Geoff Cox Derbyshire - Ripley

DE5 8LG

01332 425954

West Heath Garage Farnborough

GU14 9RR

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Hammonds - Halesworth

IP19 8HX

01986 244054

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BT74 7JY

02866 588122

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Helensburgh Subaru Helensburgh

G84 7PJ

01436 584328

Western Cars Subaru Enniskillen

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SP11 7NS

01264 252406

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Howard’s Subaru - Carmarthen

SA31 2BE

01267 853638

William Sawyer Subaru Andover

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Ian Grieve - Falkirk

FK1 4JD

01324 441657

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IG8 9DX

02080 035791

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James & Jenkins - Cardiff

CF14 2FF

02920 606106

Woodford Motor Co Ltd Woodford Green

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Jeffries of Bacton - Suffolk

IP14 4HP

01449 424736

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