sparx

This really was a clean car, even though it had 150000 on it.

I did not consider an offer, persoanlly I feel both were parts cars.

Sure, drove this one also. Condition was much better than the other BRAT. This BRAT was decent feels solid, but I still was not willing to pull the trigger. The owner states not negotiable, but even at that I was not eager. The a/c on this one might work according to the owner. The pass side head gasket was leaking oil down on the exhaust and smoking. There is bad CV joint. No significant rust and no significant damage. Dash was very nice considering being so old and in the desert heat.

I looked at these today. The 79 parts car has the engine out and in the trunk, appears something burned, melted and fell on the carb. It's hood is now on the Brat, front bumper will be need for the Brat too. So you miss Arizona, humm... no work, lousy food, and did I mention no work (at least down here in Tucson) I miss Dupage County Illinois myself. I would rather be in Las Vegas area, at least they have decent resturants there. sparx I drove the Brat, it is rust free but well worn. No keys for the Brat, the donor has keys and an ignition lock. Brat windshield is broken, interior is not all that good. Dash severely cracked. Has a/c doubt it works. These are the first Subaru's I have looked and driven since back in the 70's, so I am no expert on value.

Thanks if the reply was toward me. I have concerns about the vehicle being slow, I will know soon enough. Ihave not ever done and engine swap but that may be an option. sparx

Right Fram is junk. Bosch, Wix and Mobile 1 are excellent. Some others are fine also but avoid FRAM. sparx

Hey that Brat looks great. I might be crazy but I am going to look at an 1980 tomorrow. Not too familiar with these so I am not sure what to look closely at. Back in the day it was felt that the Subaru was indestructable. Anyway this one has a/c and 4wheel drive, not sure if all did. 151K miles, one owner. I need a fresh project to work on and this might be the one. If you have a chance let me know what I might check regarding Subaru issues. sparx

Hi my first post. I need another project vehicle, and again I want something different. I finished up an 85 Pontiac Fiero two months ago and sold it. I found an 80 Brat with 151 K on it. I am going to look at it tomorrow. It is an Arizona car so no rust. It runs so I was told. The four wheel drive works also. What might I check closely that is important on this Subaru? I have not ever had a 4 wheel drive vehicle before. Thanks up front. Sparx