1986 Subaru Brumby review from Australia and New Zealand
"Awesome"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Blew head gasket when radiator pipe blew.
Gone though 6 CV joints due to bent struts and worn gearbox.
Changed the original fuel pump at 575,000kms.
Replaced seals, gaskets, machined heads, blocks, ground valves at 580,000kms.
Seats badly worn due to previous owner who used it as a farm ute.
General comments?
Great handling. I have thrashed it yet can't seem to be able to kill it. Will be planning to keep my little car for a few years to come, if it dies I will buy another Brumby.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1986 |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 520000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 590000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 15th July, 2006 |