2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium
JF2SJAEC7JH593584

Average price: $ 3 072 USD View stats

2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium VIN JF2SJAEC7JH593584 is available at IAAI. Last known mileage — 98 217 mi. This page includes photos, sale history, market estimate and similar SUBARU FORESTER listings.

Analysis report

This 2018 Subaru Forester carries a salvage title following a total loss declaration in Tennessee. The vehicle has been through four owners and shows a history of multiple incidents, including moderate damage reported in New York in 2019 and subsequent minor damage reports in Florida and Tennessee between 2024 and 2026. While the vehicle has an extensive service history with 13 recorded maintenance events at locations such as Valvoline and Midas, its transition to a salvage title status significantly impacts its marketability. Reviewing the full report is essential before buying, bidding on, or financing this vehicle to understand the specific extent of structural damage and how these prior incidents affect current value.

Characteristics

Buy It Now
$3 600 USD
Seller Reserve Price
VIN JF2SJAEC7JH593584
Auction IAAI
Mileage 98,217 mi 158,065 km
Auction Date (UTC) 08/06/2026 14:30
Engine 2.5l H-4 Dohc, Vvt, 170hp
Color Silver
Body Sport Utility
Transmission Automatic
Fuel Gasoline
Key Keys Present
Cost of repair $ 14 235 USD
Market value $ 14 222 USD
Primary damage Right Front

Trade history

Sales history unknown

Exterior condition

1 damage · 1 zone
Damage map
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1 Front right
Primary damage: Right Front
AI Analysis
Get an opinion: ChatGPT Google AI
Expert Conclusion 3/10
Repair Complexity: High
Risk of Hidden Damage: Very High

The primary concern is the structural integrity of the passenger side front end. The buckled wheel suggests that not only parts like control arms and struts need replacement, but there is a significant risk of frame rail twisting or subframe displacement. Alignment will be extremely difficult to achieve without heavy pulling equipment.

Advantages
Insurance Seller: Provides higher confidence in the documentation of damage.
Low Mileage: The vehicle has under 100k miles, which is favorable for a Subaru Outback model.
Clean Interior: Cabin appears well-maintained and intact.
Disadvantages
Severe Suspension Geometry Damage: The buckled wheel indicates significant mechanical overhaul required.
Potential Frame Damage: Impact force was sufficient to deform the mounting points of the front suspension.
High Repair Cost vs Market Value: Estimated repair costs are nearly equal to or exceed current market value, suggesting a high risk for profit.
Proceed with Caution

While the vehicle is an insurance-held unit (a plus for transparency), the structural damage to the front passenger suspension and potential frame involvement makes this a high-risk project. The repair cost nearly matches market value; unless you can source parts cheaply or perform heavy mechanical repairs in-house, it may be difficult to turn a profit.

Airbags: Not Visible Glass: Intact Suspension damage
Damage
Severe Front Passenger Side Wheel/Suspension — The front passenger side wheel is severely buckled and pushed inward. This indicates significant structural damage to the suspension components, likely including a snapped control arm, damaged spindle, or a compromised strut assembly.
Moderate Front Passenger Fender & Bumper — The fender is deformed near the wheel arch. The front bumper cover on the passenger side shows displacement and potential mounting point damage due to the impact force.
Moderate Passenger Side Door/Rocker Panel — The lower rocker panel area near the front door shows signs of deformation. The passenger side doors may have misaligned hinges or internal structural twists due to the force transmitted from the front impact.
Severe Frame/Subframe — Given the angle of the wheel, there is a high probability of frame rail deformation or subframe displacement on the passenger side.
Generated by Artificial Intelligence for reference
VIN Decoder JF2SJAEC7JH593584
A B S Standard
Active Safety Sys Note Rear Cross-Traffic Alert: Optional
Adaptive Cruise Control Optional
Air Bag Loc Seat Cushion 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Airbag Location Curtain 1st and 2nd Rows
Airbag Location Front 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Airbag Location Knee Driver Seat Only
Airbag Location Side 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Auto High Beam Standard
Auto Reverse System Standard
Axles 2
Base Price 25695
Blind Spot Monitor Optional
Body Class Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
C A N_ A A C N Standard
C I B Optional
Daytime Running Light Standard
Displacement (L) 2.5
Displacement C C 2500.0
Displacement C I 152.55936023683
Doors 4
Drive Type AWD/All-Wheel Drive
Dynamic Brake Support Standard
E S C Standard
Engine Cylinders 4
Engine H P 170
Engine Model Naturally Aspirated U5
Forward Collision Warning Optional
Fuel Type Gasoline
G V W R Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
Lane Departure Warning Optional
Lane Keep System Optional
Make SUBARU
Manufacturer SUBARU CORPORATION
Model Forester
Model Year 2018
Note CWP : Cold Weather Pack AP : LED HeadLight+BSD+HBA H/K : Harman Kardon ES : EyeSight BSD: Blind Spot Detection HBA: High Beam Assist NAVI: Navigation
Plant City OTA
Plant Company Yajima Plant
Plant Country JAPAN
Plant State GUNMA
Rear Visibility System Standard
Seat Belts All Manual
Seat Rows 2
Seats 5
Series2 Wagon Body Type
Steering Location Left-Hand Drive (LHD)
T P M S Direct
Top Speed M P H 130
Traction Control Standard
Transmission Style Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Trim Premium+CWP
V I N JF2SJAEC7JH593584
Vehicle Descriptor JF2SJAEC*JH
Vehicle Type MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Wheel Size Front 17
Wheel Size Rear 17
Wheelbase 103.9
Wheels 4
Vehicle Valuation (USA) JF2SJAEC7JH593584
At Recycler No
Auction Announcement Within45 Days No
Colors Silver
Display Name Subaru
Display Name 2.5i Premium Sport Utility 4D
Display Name 2018
Display Name Forester
Drivetrains AWD
Engines 4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter
Flood Damage No
Frame Damage No
Government Use No
Has Accidents Yes
Insurance Owned No
Livery Use No
Miles 68681
Not Actual Mileage No
Options
All Weather Pkg, Incline Start Assist, Traction Control, Electronic Stability Control, Vehicle Dynamic Control, ABS (4-Wheel), Alarm System, Keyless Entry, Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, Power Steering, Tilt & Telescoping Wheel, AM/FM/HD Radio, CD/MP3 (Single Disc), SiriusXM Satellite, Bluetooth Wireless, SUBARU STARLINK, Backup Camera, Dual Air Bags, Side Air Bags, F&R Head Curtain Air Bags, Knee Air Bags, Heated Seats, Power Seat, Panorama Roof, Daytime Running Lights, Rear Spoiler
Original Owner No
Police Use No
Previously Canadian No
Report Date 2026-07-28
Salvage No
Taxi Use No
Title Brand No
Transmissions Auto, CVT Lineartronic
Used As Rental Yes
Market Price Analysis (USA) JF2SJAEC7JH593584
Vehicle
Make SUBARU
Model FORESTER
Trim 4D SUV 2.5L PREMIUM
Year 2018
Color Silver
Odometer 98,217 mi
Typical Listing Price
Adjusted average $17,700
Base value $17,800
Avg odometer 81,518 mi
Color adjustment $-10
Odometer adjustment $-1,340
Weekly depreciation $-3
Private seller price $15,750
Fair Purchase Price
Adjusted average $17,600
Base value $17,600
Avg odometer 81,518 mi
Color adjustment $-10
Odometer adjustment $-1,260
Weekly depreciation $-3
90 Days Sold
Price low $12,399
Price high $20,896
Mileage low 46,809 mi
Mileage high 135,182 mi
Active Listings
Price low $12,150
Price high $20,925
Mileage low 52,916 mi
Mileage high 142,469 mi
Days to sell 0 days
Fair market purchase price — $17,600. Mileage is above the market average (81,518 mi).
Vehicle Data JF2SJAEC7JH593584
Vehicle
Make Subaru
Model Forester
Year 2018
Country US
Premium
Name 2.5i Premium CVT
Body style Sport Utility
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive
Doors 4
MSRP $26,195
Invoice $24,649
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