If you are small and in a fight, you have to improvise. One upon a time, Subarus were pretty much a cult car for people who lived in mountainous areas and those who listened religiously to NPR. While these… more»
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Jun 7, 2018 • For Sale • 5 Comments
4WD Wedge: 1989 Subaru XT
It’s difficult to chart the projected path of a future classic. I thought I was ahead of the curve when I snagged an original owner 1988 Subaru XT6 a few years ago, only to learn that while appreciated by… more»
Apr 28, 2018 • Uncategorized • 31 Comments
$9,000 Kei Car! 1970 Subaru 360 Deluxe Ragtop
It’s fairly well known that I’m a huge fan of small cars. The Subaru 360 is probably on top of the pile for me, even though I literally can’t even fit in them or operate the pedals with my… more»
Apr 13, 2018 • Uncategorized • 8 Comments
BRAT or BRUT? 1981 Subaru BRAT
Some folks love to modify cars. 4WD vehicles seem to be ripe for modification, sometimes turning into almost cartoon-like vestiges of their former glory. This 1981 Subaru BRAT is destined to be one of those former glory dealios.. unless… more»
Mar 30, 2018 • For Sale • 12 Comments
President Reagan Approved: 1986 Subaru BRAT GL
Along with the word patina, using the word “iconic” usually draws out a few groans, but there is probably no more ironic… I mean.. well, you know what I mean.. vehicle from Subaru than a 1986 Subaru BRAT. Or… more»
Mar 25, 2018 • For Sale • 15 Comments
20,000 Original Miles: 1986 Subaru XT
As some of you know, I had a short-lived dalliance with an original owner Subaru XT6. Needless to say, the love affair was short-lived. That said, I still can’t help but notice these unusual cars when they pop up… more»
Feb 5, 2018 • For Sale • 37 Comments
Ghost Dealership: Mothballed Subaru Dealer in Malta
The premise of an abandoned automotive dealership with cars still in the showroom wearing delivery-only mileage is one of the more romantic fantasies of the barn find hunter. Sometimes, they are just as they seem, with cars seemingly lost… more»
Jan 27, 2018 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Scotty G’s Garage: 1988 Subaru RX Turbo Sedan
In another installment of Scotty G’s Garage I thought I’d show you my rare 1988 Subaru RX Turbo sedan. I know, it screams the 1980s, especially with those white wheel covers and decals-a-plenty! This is by far the rarest… more»
Jan 17, 2018 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Rust-Free 4WD Hatch: 1985 Subaru GL
Across the internet and social media groups, I’ve increasingly seen love for old-school Subarus kept in mint condition. The ideal combination is a car with a manual transmission and 4WD, such as this clean 1985 Subaru GL here on eBay…. more»
Jan 2, 2018 • Uncategorized • 20 Comments
Snow Mobile: 1986 Subaru XT Turbo 4WD
Never seen snow! Just kidding, of course, this is one car that can handle snow, it’s a 1986 Subaru XT Turbo 4WD. This one is listed on eBay with no reserve and the current bid price is just under… more»
Dec 25, 2017 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Turbo Roos: 1984 Subaru Brat & GL10 Turbos
Turbocharged Subarus are practically as common as apple pie these days, but it wasn’t always so. The turbocharged models were rare to find on the roads even when new, and today they are cherished by Subaru enthusiasts. There are… more»
Dec 23, 2017 • Uncategorized • 16 Comments
Foreign Concept: 1979 Subaru DL Wagon
Two front-wheel drive, red Subarus in the same week?! How lucky can we get?! Or, what is this world coming to?! Depending on your outlook. I’m in the first camp, of course; hopefully not everyone else is in the… more»
Dec 16, 2017 • Uncategorized • 24 Comments
One-Family Owned: 1985 Subaru GL Hatchback
A front-wheel drive Subaru seems like such an odd concept to most of us, especially those of us (you, not me!) who are under 30 years old or so. Most people that age have grown up at a time… more»
Oct 24, 2017 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Flat Six Equipped: 49K Mile 1991 Subaru XT6
As some readers likely know, I just sold my lightly-restored 1988 Subaru XT6 project. Frankly, I’m glad the seller of a fairly minty 1991 XT6 waited a few weeks to list his, as it looks like a nice specimen… more»
Jul 13, 2017 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Beat On The BRAT: 1978 Subaru Project
The Subaru BRAT is one of those cars that everybody loves, even if they have no idea what it is and assumes its some kind of baby El Camino, which I guess it technically is. BRATs are on my… more»
Jul 10, 2017 • For Sale • 22 Comments
4WD, 5-Speed, No Rust! 1986 Subaru GL Wagon
As an incurable Subaru lover, I can’t believe that I don’t have a 4WD GL wagon yet. This nice 1986 Subaru GL 4WD 5-Speed Wagon is listed on eBay and is located in Sparks, Nevada. The reserve hasn’t been met yet… more»
