Hello- 
  
I came to this forum looking for info.  With these insane gas prices I am now looking for a second car to do my commuting in.  I have decided on a Subaru for its pracicallity and the fact that I see so many old ones still on the road.  Not to mention they are AWD/4WD. 
  
My commute is about 30 miles round trip, but will see very little highway.  I guess I would like a wagon to hold my gear but it doesn't have to be.  I have been checking Ebay, Criagslist and AutoTrader for my area, but there aren't alot around under $5000. (Central VA) 
  
I am open to a car anywhere from the mid 80's to late 90's.  I would really love a Brat (friend had one in highschool and it was a blast to drive).  That being said, any models I should specifically stay away from.  In reading some posts here I have seen that the floor pans rust away behind the pedals, the rockers get rusty and read about a few mechanical quirks, but nothing that deters me from an older Subaru. 
  
Any help or info is greatly appreciated.  Hopefully I will soon post up with my "new" vehicle and yes, I will include pics when it happens.... 
  
  
Thanks, 
Lee