Dear Car Talk: I have a 2002 Subaru Forester with about 135,000 miles that I love so much. About four months ago, I had the head gaskets replaced for $3,300. The mechanic said, "Oh, what a great car - ...

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DEAR CAR TALK: I have a 2002 Subaru Forester with about 135,000 miles that I love so much. About four months ago, I had the head gaskets replaced for $3,300. The mechanic said, “Oh, what a great car — ...