During the 1980s and 1990s, many car manufacturers introduced cars that they referred to as “Halo” models. Their stated aim was to bring a level of prestige and performance to the brand, with the cars then generating “trickle-down” sales… more»
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Jun 21, 2019 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Nicest One Left? 23k Mile 1989 Subaru Justy
It’s funny how a person’s tastes change. If this 1989 Subaru Justy had 4WD instead of being a front-drive model I may be tempted but maybe one of you will be. It can be found here on eBay in… more»
May 31, 2019 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Sumo Wrestler: 1992 Subaru Libero 4WD 5-Speed
This 1992 Subaru Libero is one interesting vehicle and it’s quite a box-checker. It can be found here on eBay in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with a $9,900 buy it now price or you can make an offer. This rig is… more»
May 29, 2019 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Nice Price! $5,000 1986 Subaru BRAT
Subaru’s legendary BRAT (Bi-drive Recreational All-terrain Transporter) has quite a following and these early Subaru 4x4s do, in general. This beautiful looking 1986 Subaru BRAT can be found here on craigslist in Thornton, Colorado with an asking price of… more»
May 3, 2019 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Jump Seats, No Cyclops? 1983 Subaru BRAT GL
Wow, this is about the nicest 1983 Subaru BRAT that I have ever seen. It looks almost like new which is no small feat since we’ve all seen so many of them that weren’t in even remotely this condition…. more»
Apr 29, 2019 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Pint Sized Project: 1970 Subaru 360 Deluxe
The Subaru 360 is a car that I’ve always wanted to drive, but it is one where I have my doubts that this will ever happen. Our resident Kei car specialist, Scotty Gilbertson, has said in the past that… more»
Apr 16, 2019 • Stories • 10 Comments
Jeff in the Junkyard: Ray Shook’s Garage
Whenever I make a trip to Georgia either for work or to visit my in-laws, I always try to find another salvage yard to visit beyond the one I’m helping to clear out as a Barn Finds Exclusive. This time, I… more»
Apr 12, 2019 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Dry Docked Since 1977: 1970 Subaru 360 Yacht
We have seen a lot of rare cars here and that usually involves some sort of monster V8 muscle car from the 1970s. This is mos-def (as no Subaru owner said, ever) not a monster V8 car but for… more»
Apr 5, 2019 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Micro Project: 1970 Subaru 360 Deluxe
Like a lot of microcars and other unusual vehicles, a car like this 1970 Subaru 360 Deluxe doesn’t usually go over real well in the hallowed halls of Barn Finds where it’s more about American muscle cars and trucks,… more»
Mar 20, 2019 • For Sale • 58 Comments
Beached Econobox: 1987 Toyota Tercel
For a week or so in the early 2000s, I borrowed my uncle’s 1987 Corolla wagon. It was a bit smaller than this 1987 Toyota Tercel wagon, but still a very decent little hustler and hauler for not much… more»
Mar 1, 2019 • For Sale • 17 Comments
13k-Mile Survivor: 1978 Subaru GF
I tried to think of some catchy title for this find, but I came up short – it’s just such a rare thing to see an old Subaru of this era in anything but “project” or “parts” condition that… more»
Jan 18, 2019 • Exclusives • 14 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: Rare 1981 SanFu Electric
Reader Chad M has decided to part ways with what could be the holy grail of Subaru Kei trucks/vans. Prior to being known here in the States for building all-wheel-drive rally cars, Subaru was primarily focused on building affordable… more»
Jan 7, 2019 • For Sale • 11 Comments
$3,700 OBO: 1979 Subaru 4WD Wagon
I don’t know what it is about the first-generation Subaru Leone wagon that brings out the artist in people. Maybe it’s because artists tend to gravitate towards them but it’s a rare online listing that just shows photos of a… more»
Jan 2, 2019 • For Sale • 24 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: Round Three at the Georgia Collection
Happy New Year, Barn Finds readers. Over the holidays, I made a return trip to the large collection in Georgia and grabbed a whole ‘nother round of photos of interesting cars and trucks for sale, along with some other curiosities. As… more»
Dec 31, 2018 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Boxer Needed: 1975 Subaru DL Wagon
This car has been for sale for years it seems like, but thanks to Miguel for sending in the tip for this 1975 Subaru DL wagon, we can spend some time checking it out again. This 4×4 has been… more»
Dec 1, 2018 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Propane Power! 1983 Subaru SanFu LPG 600
SanFu LPG 600, that sounds like a Japanese bullet train or a Godzilla nemesis, but it’s actually a 1983 Subaru Sambar van that has been converted to propane power and imported by a company in Texas. I know, confusing. This… more»
