This Subaru Sambar got away, but there are more like it here.

This 1970 Subaru Sambar 360 van is a US-market left-hand drive example that is finished in Ivory over red and powered by a rear-mounted 356cc inline-twin paired with a four-speed manual transmission. The van is based on the Subaru 360 sedan and was produced in accordance with the Japanese Kei car specifications. Features include 10″ wheels with polished factory covers and whitewall tires, two rows of bench seats with red lap belts, rear-hinged front doors, and front-hinged side doors with sliding windows. The seller acquired the van in 2014 and subsequent service consisted of repainting the body, refurbishing the engine, suspension, and brakes, and replacing the tires. This Sambar is offered with spare parts, manufacturer’s literature, and a clean California title in the seller’s name.

1970 Subaru Sambar 360 Van

The van is refinished in Ivory and features chrome bumpers and mirrors, round headlights, Subaru badging, amber roof marker lights, a split tailgate, and rear-hinged front doors. The body was refurbished in 2015 which is said to include replacement of the side doors and a repaint in Ivory. The paint is cracked on the engine cover and the windshield edges show delamination. Photos of the refurbishment are available in the gallery.

1970 Subaru Sambar 360 Van

Silver 10″ steel wheels are fitted with polished factory covers and wear 145/80 Falken Sincera SN-807 whitewall tires that are said to have been installed under current ownership. A spare tire is mounted under the front bench seat. Service under current ownership reportedly included refurbishment of the four-wheel drum brakes and suspension and replacement of the shocks.

1970 Subaru Sambar 360 Van

The cabin features two rows of bench seats that were reupholstered in red vinyl and are joined by matching door panels, a gray painted dashboard, and black textured floors. Features include front wing windows, red lap belts, a folding rear bench, a glove compartment, manual front windows, and sliding side windows. The wing window and sliding window seals are worn, and the headliner is stained and torn.

1970 Subaru Sambar 360 Van

The two-spoke steering wheel frames an 80-mph speedometer and an auxiliary combination gauge. The five-digit mechanical odometer shows 24k miles, approximately 20 of which have been added by the seller. Total mileage is unknown.

1970 Subaru Sambar 360 Van

The air-cooled 356cc two-stroke inline-twin is located at the rear and was factory rated at 25 horsepower. The engine was said to have been recently refurbished.

1970 Subaru Sambar 360 Van

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. A hole is present in the driver-side floor, and additional photos are presented in the gallery.

1970 Subaru Sambar 360 Van

A collection of spare parts, manufacturer’s literature, and brochures are included in the sale.

Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $36,000 by voodoo1991
Auction Ended January 23, 2022 at 11:30AM PT
Bids 62
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BaT Essentials

Seller: Acey
Location: Gardena, California 90247
Listing Details
  • Chassis: K163L6494
  • 24k Miles Shown, TMU
  • 356cc Inline-Twin
  • Four-Speed Manual Transaxle
  • White Paint
  • Red Vinyl Upholstery
  • 10" Steel Wheels w/ Chrome Covers
  • White Wall Tires
  • Sliding Side Windows
  • Chrome Bumpers
  • Manufacturer's Literature
  • Bench Seating w/ Lap Belts
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #64073