Uncovering Automotive Gold in Bilpin | Subaru Brumbies Found in an Orchard

TLDRWe discovered two Subaru Brumbies, iconic Australian utes, in an orchard in Bilpin. These utes were popular for their lightweight design and selectable 4WD system. We bought them for restoration and modification, with Subaru Australia sponsoring the project. The proceeds from the restored car will go to a worthy cause.

Key insights

🍎Bilpin, known for its apples, is a great spot for finding rare cars in sheds.

🏞️The Subaru Brumbies, also known as Subaru Brats in the US, were popular in Australia due to their versatility and reliability.

💰We bought the Subaru Brumbies for restoration at a low cost, as they had been sitting in the orchard for years.

🔧The restoration project will involve using Subaru parts to bring the Brumbies back to their original condition.

🚗The restored Brumby will be used for fundraising, with proceeds going to a worthy cause supported by Subaru Australia.

Q&A

What is special about Bilpin?

Bilpin is known for its apple orchards and is a great spot for finding rare cars hidden in sheds.

What are Subaru Brumbies?

Subaru Brumbies are iconic Australian utes known for their lightweight design and selectable 4WD system.

How much did the Subaru Brumbies cost?

We purchased the Subaru Brumbies for $3000, including one as a parts car.

What is the plan for the restoration project?

The plan is to restore the Subaru Brumbies to their original condition using Subaru parts and modifications.

What will happen to the restored Brumby?

The restored Brumby will be used for fundraising, with all proceeds going to a worthy cause supported by Subaru Australia.

Timestamped Summary

00:00We are in Bilpin, an apple-growing region famous for finding rare cars in sheds.

04:51We meet Bill, the owner of the orchard, who tells us about the Subaru Brumbies.

07:57We purchase two Subaru Brumbies, one for restoration and one as a parts car.

09:09We check the details of the Subaru Brumbies, including their last registered date.

10:46We start the journey back to the garage with the Subaru Brumbies on a trailer.

11:49Back at the garage, we inspect the Subaru Brumbies and plan the restoration project.