SUBARU BRAT! "AM I NUTS"

[buckkiller]

OK sold the Sami!!

And have decided to build a more friendly daily drivable,better mpg, expedition rig...
Thinking on the lines of this

Have found a few good candidates...
This ones a CLEAN 1982

1.8 4wd high/low 4speed avg 25-30mpg with ac and factory canopy/jump seats. I'm thinking mild lift (3inches), custom bumpers, custom rear rack for storage, small arb fridge with stove for day trips, that will be towed behind Vatonka!
Am I nuts or what? Let me know what ya think
Buck

 

[BroncoHauler-SMB]

Re: SUBARU BRAT!

Do it. The shell is a big plus IMO, since they're probably hard to find anymore.

Hrb

 

[BrianW.]

That's a cool Brat! Looks in nice shape. Back in the 80s I had one of the early Subaru AWD wagons, probably from the 70s, complete with front brush guard. Wish I still had it! I'm on my sixth Subie now.

 

[86Scotty]

Re: SUBARU BRAT!

You're not nuts. That's a great toad. Grab that first one if you can, it's SWEET!!!

:b5:

 

[buckkiller]

You're not nuts. That's a great toad. Grab that first one if you can, it's SWEET!!!

:b5:

That one isn't for sale :grin: thats the look I'm going for.
Buck

 

[buckkiller]

I'm sooooo OCD its not even funny can't stop myself from buying and selling :mrgreen:
I NEED HELP!!
This totally what I'm aiming towards

Thanks
buck

 

[JoeH-SMB]

Re: SUBARU BRAT!

I used to spend a lot of time in this forum: http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/

Great score on the Brat. Do it :a2:

Part of getting wifey to agree to the SMB purchase was getting rid of two 1978 4WD wagons. I've also had a 79 sedan, an 87 Loyale, and a 99 Outback. Great cars, especially the older ones.

 

[my3kids]

Re: SUBARU BRAT!

Here's one: http://monterey.craigslist.org/cto/4364909637.html

Looks rough but maybe you could fix it up some, flip it for a nicer one.

Ray

 

[BroncoHauler-SMB]

Re: SUBARU BRAT!

Here's one: http://monterey.craigslist.org/cto/4364909637.html

Looks rough but maybe you could fix it up some, flip it for a nicer one.

Ray

"...needs all whole a lot a loving ..." That's an understatement. :a3:

 

[Ford_6L_E350]

Re: SUBARU BRAT!

I think you're nuts. of course anyone who spend big bucks on an SMB is nuts, so you are on the right forum.

Have fun with your Brat. I had fun with mine.

Mike

 

[dhally]

Re: SUBARU BRAT!

"AM I NUTS"


That is a whole nother question.

 

[catmandu-SMB]

Re: SUBARU BRAT!

The way I like to think about it is that "we" are normal. It is everyone else that has a problem.

 

[buckkiller]

Here another pic not for sale

Buck

 

[dhally]

Re: SUBARU BRAT!

/hijack

We've talked about getting a small 4x4 for a toad. What was wrong with the Samurai? I would think with a mild lift it might be OK. Or maybe a Sidekick.

/hijack off

OK sold the Sami!!

 

[SteveW-SMB]

Re: SUBARU BRAT!

http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/4363455692.html

"1978 Subaru Brat, This one has the original factory camper shell, 70,000 org. miles, good tires, 4 wheel drive works, No paperwork, bill of sale only. this vehicle is no longer on dmv computers so no back registration is owed. This vehicle has been stored scince 1998. call or text (909)584-9575
$2,500 OBO"

No affiliation at all... looks decent though.

Steve W
Southern California

 

[buckkiller]

/hijack

We've talked about getting a small 4x4 for a toad. What was wrong with the Samurai? I would think with a mild lift it might be OK. Or maybe a Sidekick.

/hijack off

OK sold the Sami!!

Dhally,
How are ya bud? Hope all is well, The Sami was a great rig but it was a little over built for my needs...it was more of a trail rig had 456 gears and 6.5.1 transfer case gears not to mention 33's which was a little much for the stock 1.3 w/60 HP/6500 rpm, 10.6 gallon
tank which gets 17-23 mpg.

The Brat weighs about 200lbs less, its 39 inches longer, 4 inches wider, has a truck bed for more cargo space, its 1.8 w/72HP/4800 rpm, 14.5 gallon tank, that gets 25-30mpg and will be more comfortable to drive not to mention will be "cool as ****" :grin:
Buck

 

[dhally]

Re: SUBARU BRAT!

It does sound cool. Will you be getting the super-cool back seats?

 

[buckkiller]

It does sound cool. Will you be getting the super-cool back seats?

All brats had them from the factory due to the Chicken tax until 1986.
Buck

 

[86Scotty]

Re: SUBARU BRAT!

Ah what a beautiful reminder of bygone days. Check out that crafty Sun-magnet she has. Hint, it's the thing next to the bikini you were looking at.

:b5:

 

[photographix]

Re: SUBARU BRAT!

It does sound cool. Will you be getting the super-cool back seats?

All brats had them from the factory due to the Chicken tax until 1986.
Buck

I had a friend that had a Brat. But his didn't have those really nice seat covers in that picture.