Subaru Sales Up Again In August

Subaru of America, Inc. reported August sales of 18,932 total units -- a 14% increase over the same month in 2007 of 16,573 units. The company posted total year-to-date sales of 129,298 units, a 6% gain over YTD August 2007 of 122,165 units.

The Subaru Forester hit an all-time sales record of 6,763 units resultingin an increase of over 73% from August 2007 sales as did the Subaru LegacySedan at 2,402 units -- a 24% increase over the same period last year. TheSubaru Impreza posted its best August ever -- up an impressive 15% over thesame period last year.

Model 2008 August % v 2007
Total Impreza 5,071 +15%
Total Legacy 2,402 +24%
Total Outback 3,834 -15% (incl. Legacy Wagon)
Total Forester 6,763 +73%
Total Tribeca 862 -53%
Total 18,932 +14%

Three Cincinnati Subaru dealers, Sweeney Subaru, Busam Subaru, and Beechmont Subaru are poised for a very strong 4th quarter.

"Subaru is enjoying record sales due to the strength of our product line and the top-notch service provided by our dealerships," said Tim Colbeck, vice president of sales for Subaru of America. "While the market is down 11 percent for the month of August and 8 percent on a year-to-date basis, we are growing with products that are not only fuel efficient, but also leaders in durability, capability, and safety."

"Subaru is proud to provide a safer, superior driving experience for its customers," said Thomas J. Doll, executive vice president for Subaru of America. "Equipped with unique symmetrical All-Wheel Drive technology and the Subaru boxer engine, the Subaru product line, renowned for durability, reliability, traction and "active safety," represents one of the highest repurchase-loyalty ratings in the U.S. market," Doll added.