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In this episode of Vintage Car Chronicles, we explore the Subaru BRAT (Bi-drive Recreational All-terrain Transporter), a unique compact pickup with a personality as bold as its design. Launched in 1978, this four-wheel-drive utility vehicle featured quirky innovations like rear-facing jump seats in the cargo bed—an ingenious loophole to dodge the U.S. "chicken tax" on trucks. With a spare tire under the hood, optional T-top roofs, and rally-inspired flair, the BRAT became a cult favorite. From its roots as a Leone spin-off to its enduring legacy, discover how this quirky trucklet carved its place in automotive history.
By Vintage Car ChroniclesIn this episode of Vintage Car Chronicles, we explore the Subaru BRAT (Bi-drive Recreational All-terrain Transporter), a unique compact pickup with a personality as bold as its design. Launched in 1978, this four-wheel-drive utility vehicle featured quirky innovations like rear-facing jump seats in the cargo bed—an ingenious loophole to dodge the U.S. "chicken tax" on trucks. With a spare tire under the hood, optional T-top roofs, and rally-inspired flair, the BRAT became a cult favorite. From its roots as a Leone spin-off to its enduring legacy, discover how this quirky trucklet carved its place in automotive history.