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The 1983 Subaru GL Turbo is a versatile 4WD wagon powered by an 1.8L 4-cylinder engine. Manufactured in Gunma, Japan, this MPV offers practicality with four doors and manual seat belts. With an automatic transmission and a gross vehicle weight rating up to 4,000 lbs, it combines functionality and reliability for everyday use.

Decoded VIN:

Make

SUBARU

Manufacturer Name

SUBARU CORPORATION

Model

Model Year

1983

Plant City

GUNMA

Trim

Turbo

Vehicle Type

MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)

Plant Country

JAPAN

Body Class

Wagon

Doors

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg)

Transmission Style

Automatic

Drive Type

4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4

Engine Number of Cylinders

Displacement (CC)

1800

Displacement (CI)

109.842739370

Displacement (L)

1.800000

Fuel Type - Primary

Gasoline

Seat Belt Type

Manual

Most common problems:

Oil leaks

Older Subaru GL models are known for developing oil leaks, which can stem from valve cover gaskets, oil pan gaskets, or main seals.

Head gasket failure

Subaru 4-cylinder engines, especially older models, can suffer from head gasket issues, leading to coolant and oil mixing, overheating, and loss of compression.

Timing belt wear

On older Subaru GL models, the timing belt can wear out or break, causing the engine to stop running and potentially damaging internal components.

Carburetor issues

The 1983 Subaru GL uses a carburetor, which can develop problems such as clogging, improper fuel mixture, or malfunctioning choke, leading to poor engine performance.

Exhaust system rust

Due to age, the exhaust system on a 1983 Subaru GL can suffer from rust and corrosion, causing leaks and increased engine noise.

Ignition system faults

Ignition components like the distributor, spark plugs, and ignition wires can wear out, leading to misfires, poor fuel economy, and starting issues.

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