Subaru Sambar

[ddw78]

Hi,

Newby here... Just curious if there are any other Subaru Sambar owners browsing the boards?

Cheers,

Darren.

[Syndrome]

Welcome newbie . That's a pretty leftfield car choice for this forum. You never know there may be someone else with one around here somewhere

[ScoobieWRX]

Cracking little campers with AWD. I know Type 25's are regularly converted into Synchro's using Subaru drivetrain and brakes.

Sambar Forum: http://www.minitrucktalk.com/forumdisplay.php?f=9

I don't have one myself but i think they're great. Nice one!!

[ddw78]

Thanks,

Here's a pic of the beast...

[ScoobieWRX]

That is sweeeeeeet!! They don't come much cooler than that.

Nice one!!

[ddw78]

Thanks ScoobieWRX.

It's nice when people appreciate all the hard work. Haha.

Sadly, she'll probably be sold between now and summer... Possibly to make way for the next project!

[chippy17]

loving that, how have I missed these?! I want one!

[sorrento205]

So that's what it is, i have seen one of these VW-alike's locally, always makes me double take!

[Fay Presto]

Greetings.
Shopping for a Subaru Sambar,1200cc auto all wheel drive via Algys auto's. Anything I should know and did you find an owners club?
Thanks,
Fay Presto

[ddw78]

Hi Fay,

Are you in the UK?

I can give you a fair amount of information.

Unfortunately, my Sambar is due to go up for sale in the next few months, but I’d be happy to pass on any knowledge/contacts.

Many thanks,

Darren.

[stoneycp]

Hey guys,

Sorry to tag onto the end of this post but I am also interested to find out more information about the 1200cc VW subaru sambars.
I have also come accross Algys Motors recently, would they be the best route to go?

Thanks,
Chris

[DocJock]

Two first-time posters both mentioning the same trader?

Algy, take out a proper ad.

[JollyGrnMonster]

Stew at tfs racing has one at the minute, fantastic little camper etc

Simon

[RemainAllHoof]

Fay Presto said:

Fay Presto

Very clever.

[dkc1]

I too am interested!

Would anyone know where to get some spare parts, particularly body parts/bumpers etc?

Thanks!

[chunkymonkey71]

Fantastic car!

I'd love one!

[ddw78]

Spare parts - well, basic service parts can be found on eBay. Other than that my mechanic has managed to match up oil and air filters.

I've not had any need to replace any body parts, however, it's not unusual to see them being broken for parts on the internet. Original Mini chrome bumpers are an near perfect fit - I got a set to change on mine, but decided against it.

The best advice I could give anyone about buying one is too try and see a few, as we found out, there are several different specs of interior, and the quality of the body kit conversion can differ greatly. I think we looked at about 5 before buying our van.

Also, try to make sure the van you buy has had a rear fog lamp fitted. It’s not a major job to install one, but it won’t/shouldn’t pass an MOT without one. The same with rear seatbelts. Some people remove the rear seats (only a 10 min job) before the MOT and fit them back in afterwards. I had a set of 3 point belts professionally installed, as we take the kids in the van a lot.

Our van is now up for sale. so i'll be placing an advert in the classifides when I get a chance - and looking out for a fresh project. Haha.

PM me if anyone would like any more specific info...

Cheers,

Darren.

[3487leelees]

Hi ive just brought a samber and its got fuel snd spark but wont start any ideas what it could be thanks