I would too if I had the Space and Coin for Gas... love the SBC and the Ford Inline-6 300
I debated selling or giving away parts in the past... heck 5 or 6 years ago I threw away parts that are probably Gold now...
Glad I've hoarded what I have now
These most recent one's that Subaru brought in a couple years ago did come in boxes, yes. IIRC they are left and right because of the brake line mounting brackets and possibly the location of the tab that bolts to the knuckle.
And yes they are basically unobtainable. Just like EA81/EA82 oil pumps. I have a friend with some parts stashed and recently someone wanted an EA81 oil pump. He quoted them $500 and I was like - why so cheap? I remember buying them from the dealer 15 years ago for $65.
Such is the way it goes. These vehicles are now collectibles. They are not viable drivers unless the entire drivetrain is updated and even then if you need trim or glass - you'll be off the road for a long stretch trying to find it.
And people wonder why I drive old Chevy's and military vehicles.
GD
Well it is done, battery side was worse. Definitely not fun working blind but, in the future it will be easier.
If I have to do it again, it's not my car, just doing a favor.
Thanks for all your input.
Merry Christmas