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DEFEND YOUR RIDE: Kerry In Forest Hills

"I wanted all-wheel drive to handle the Massachusetts winter weather!"

The Ride
The Driver: Kerry
Car in Question: Green 2009 Subaru Forester
Spotted at: Forest Hills Station, Boston, MA 02130
Odometer: 32,267
Car's Nickname: The Subaru

THE DEFENSE

Q: Which neighborhood do you live in?

A: I live in Dedham, Massachusetts.

Q: How old are you?

A: I'm 45 years old.

Q: Where did you get your car from?

A: I got it at Clay Subaru. Easiest new car buy ever!

Q: What's the main use for your car?

A: I use it mainly for driving my husband to the train, running errands, and hauling around art. I mostly work from home.

Q: What do you do for a living?

A: I am a freelance graphic designer and photographer.

Q: What made you select this car?

A: I wanted the all-wheel drive to handle the Massachusetts winter weather!

Q: What's your favorite thing about the car?

A: The all-wheel drive and its good handling.

Q: How long do you hope to have it?

A: I hope for about six years.

Q: What did you drive prior to this car?

A: It was a Toyota Corolla.

Q: What was your first car?

A: It was a Plymouth Horizon.

Q: Do you miss it?

A: No way!

Q: Is there anything else you'd like to tell us about your car?

A: It fits all my stuff when I need to haul it to art shows or going on a trip. It is great how easy the seats go down in the back to fit my art, tables, tent, and displays!

Photos and interview by Lucie Wicker

Are you ready to Defend Your Ride? If so, email localautos@cbs.com with "Defend Your Ride Boston" in the subject line for submission details.

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