Auctioneer's Notes:

A very tidy example of the increasingly collectable Subaru 284 4WD Pick-up. Known internationally as the BRAT, Brumby or MV Pick-up, these compact four-wheel-drive utilities have built a loyal following thanks to their quirky styling, useful proportions and impressive go-anywhere ability. This 1992 example presents very well and has clearly benefited from a substantial amount of work in recent years.

Maintenance & Condition:

The Subaru passed its MOT in June 2026 with no advisories, which is a reassuring indication of its current condition. Although paperwork for the restoration is not available, the online MOT history supports that a considerable amount of work has been carried out since 2020. The vehicle is described as being in very tidy condition overall, and the recent clean MOT further underlines the care it appears to have received.

History:

Paperwork is limited, however the MOT record provides a useful timeline of the vehicle’s more recent maintenance and improvement. The history since 2020 suggests meaningful restoration and recommissioning work has been undertaken, resulting in the well-presented example offered here today.

The Model:

The Subaru 284 4WD Pick-up is a distinctive compact utility vehicle, powered by Subaru’s characterful 1.8-litre flat-four petrol engine. With selectable four-wheel drive and a practical pick-up body, it offered the durability and traction for which Subaru became well known. These models are now far less commonly seen on UK roads, and their combination of rugged engineering, compact size and unusual styling has made them increasingly appealing to enthusiasts.

Sale Insight:

With its tidy presentation, recent no-advisory MOT and evidence of significant work having been carried out in recent years, this Subaru 284 4WD Pick-up represents a rare and usable classic utility. A charming alternative to more conventional classic pick-ups, it should appeal to collectors, Subaru enthusiasts and anyone looking for something practical, unusual and full of character.

Estimate:
£4,000 - £5,000