RdNkBrt Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 im thinking about going to look at an 83 brat today. The kid says it DID run recently, but the tranny was grinding. now all of a suddent it doesnt run anymore. Assuming a can figure out why its not running, how hard is it to aquire a tranny for the truck, and how hard is it to swap it in? Would the tranny from my 81 brat be able to work? Also, which is the DESIREABLE brat model in 83? Any thoughts on what i should look for other than the usualy rust, etc? any finally what would you pay for a brat in OK exterior shape needing the new tranny? (i havent seen the inside, so i cant comment on it). Thanks a ton- perhaps i'll have a new brat to show off when i get home!! Here are some pictures from the ad....i'll take more when i go... Anyone know how much the tranny would cost and if they are easily attainable? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durania Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 My brat is an 83 model and I love it to death. I got it for $900 and it had a rebuilt motor, rebuilt tranny, etc. My biggest pet peev is electrical issues, they are a pain to find and definetely can help you get a better deal, not to mention the bad tranny in the one you are going to look at. If it has the seats then it would be hard to pass up. Hope you take alot of pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RdNkBrt Posted January 21, 2007 Author Share Posted January 21, 2007 it doesnt have jump seats. im not sure how much to offer the guy if all i can find wrong with it is the tranny. is there a d/r in it, or just a 4wd h? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeneralDisorder Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 Any 83 is desireable - not quite as much as an 85 through 87 (hydro lifter), but still as desireable as most other gen 2's. The GL's are going to be more desireable than the DL (no t-tops, single range). Do the 5 speed conversion. GD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeneralDisorder Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 All GL manual tranny Brat's were dual range. DL's were single range as were auto's. GD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subieguy Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 So what happened with the 81 you were talking about getting rid of? I was interested. I guess you have decided not to sell it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RdNkBrt Posted January 21, 2007 Author Share Posted January 21, 2007 im still getting rid of it. in fact if i get this other brat, i'll probably be trying to get rid of it asap. But its still not i nteh kind of shape i wanted it to be in to sell it. It's still all torn appart and needs alot of work. Anyone in Sacramento want to go with me to look at this brat today?? I wish i had a phone number for TheSubaruJunkie cuz i hate wandering around sac alone, its boring.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durania Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 im still getting rid of it. in fact if i get this other brat, i'll probably be trying to get rid of it asap. But its still not i nteh kind of shape i wanted it to be in to sell it. It's still all torn appart and needs alot of work. Anyone in Sacramento want to go with me to look at this brat today?? I wish i had a phone number for TheSubaruJunkie cuz i hate wandering around sac alone, its boring.... They ever re-admit him? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RdNkBrt Posted January 21, 2007 Author Share Posted January 21, 2007 Nope. but if anyone has his number, i'd liek to get ahold of him todaY!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
75subie Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 Crazy-d talks to him every day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
75subie Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 when i spoke to that kid, i thought he said he'd take $300 for it?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RdNkBrt Posted January 21, 2007 Author Share Posted January 21, 2007 yeah, i think he will. i would go buy it, but im concerend about the lien sale thing.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
75subie Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 worse comes to worse, i have a clear 86 brat title;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RdNkBrt Posted January 21, 2007 Author Share Posted January 21, 2007 :confused: are suggesting a vin number swap????? :confused: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
75subie Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 yes;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RdNkBrt Posted January 21, 2007 Author Share Posted January 21, 2007 i really want to get thesubarujunkies phone number before i head down there.... i have my new soob with me, so i cant even tow the brat home. i dont want to get there and really want it and now be able to bring it home. i need someone in sacramento who can tow it for me!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
75subie Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 Crazy-d said he's on myspace frequently as well, if you have one.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RdNkBrt Posted January 22, 2007 Author Share Posted January 22, 2007 what's his myspace name? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RdNkBrt Posted January 22, 2007 Author Share Posted January 22, 2007 Well, i went and looked at the car. The kid had it running, but then all of a sudden it doesnt run any more. he got the alternator and the started tested because when you try and start it it just goes "click click", but both were good. The paint is pretty shot, so it will probably end up with a rattle can camo job. The interior isnt BAD, but the seats do have covers. It looks like there were rodents in the engine bay though, which wories me..... PLUS there are back fees on it with DMV. I'm gonig to go to DMV tomorrow and try to negotiate the fees down a bit. If i can do that, then i think i'm going to get the car, as long as i can find someone on here with a tranny for it..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durania Posted January 22, 2007 Share Posted January 22, 2007 Did you get any pics? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RdNkBrt Posted January 22, 2007 Author Share Posted January 22, 2007 no, none but the ones on the ad. they pretty much say it all.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
75subie Posted January 22, 2007 Share Posted January 22, 2007 contact crazy-d for his profile address........ did you guys agree on a better price? was it rust free? good luck on your purchase..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RdNkBrt Posted January 22, 2007 Author Share Posted January 22, 2007 yeah, its rust free. the body is in great shape except for the paint. no rust at all. I have a plan for the price, but it will revolve around how much the back fees are Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durania Posted January 22, 2007 Share Posted January 22, 2007 Did this kid not have much common sense when it comes to making the big boy decision of purchasing a vehicle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subieguy Posted January 22, 2007 Share Posted January 22, 2007 Have fun with the DMV. Thay won't give a inch on back fees! The California DMV always trys to squeeze every penny they can get out of you. Good luck! Well, i went and looked at the car. The kid had it running, but then all of a sudden it doesnt run any more. he got the alternator and the started tested because when you try and start it it just goes "click click", but both were good. The paint is pretty shot, so it will probably end up with a rattle can camo job. The interior isnt BAD, but the seats do have covers. It looks like there were rodents in the engine bay though, which wories me..... PLUS there are back fees on it with DMV. I'm gonig to go to DMV tomorrow and try to negotiate the fees down a bit. If i can do that, then i think i'm going to get the car, as long as i can find someone on here with a tranny for it..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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