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Is this 2018 Subaru Crosstrek Limited a good deal?

Hey everyone, looking for advice on whether this is a solid buy.

I’m considering a 2018 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i Limited listed at $12,500 in California (private seller).

Vehicle Info:

  • 138,000 miles
  • Clean title (no accidents, no structural damage per Carfax)
  • 2 previous owners (personal lease → personal)
  • Currently has a bank loan ($12,500 payoff needed)
  • Located in Nevada previously (dry climate car)

Maintenance history (from CARFAX):

  • 14 service records total
  • Regular oil changes and inspections throughout life
  • Tires replaced multiple times
  • Battery replaced
  • Ignition coils replaced
  • Rear brakes serviced at Subaru dealer
  • Newer shocks/struts installed (~6k miles ago)
  • Last known mileage ~135k+

TLDR:

  • Drives fine according to seller
  • Seller has receipts for some maintenance
  • CVT transmission service history is unknown (not clearly documented)
  • No reported accidents or damage

My concern:

  • High mileage (138k)
  • CVT fluid history unclear
  • Loan payoff process
  • Price seems slightly high for mileage (~$12.5k)

Would you consider this a good deal, or is the CVT risk too big at this mileage/price?

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u/Key_Ad_5689 — 1 day ago