Looking for an older Subie....

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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