A lesser-seen 1980s Japanese sports coupe, this is a Subaru Vortex XT 4WD Turbo featuring distinctive angular styling, all-wheel drive, and a turbocharged flat-four engine. It is powered by a 1.8-litre turbocharged flat-four, driving all four wheels through a five-speed manual transmission. This original Australian-market example was first registered in February 1988, and has been with the seller for one year. The odometer shows 267,154 Kms from new. Build year: 1987 A uniquely styled Subaru coupe with characteristic wedge-shaped bodywork, the Vortex XT 4WD Turbo was an advanced design for its era, offering turbocharged performance and permanent four-wheel drive in a grand touring format. This example is finished in a timeless shade of silver metallic with contrasting gloss-black lower body panels, over a grey part vinyl and velour cloth-trimmed interior. It rides on a set of 13-inch machined ‘turbine-style’ alloy wheels fitted with Sailun Atrezzo Eco tyres. Equipment includes pop-up headlights, a two-spoke steering wheel, a digital clock, a locking differential, air conditioning, a push-up sunroof, and electrically operated windows and door mirrors. This example has been fitted with an Alpine double-din media system. The car is accompanied by a spare wheel, two keys, its original owner’s manuals, the original purchase receipt, a partially stamped service booklet, and some service paperwork. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: the vehicle has been resprayed in its original colour at some stage and exhibits some minor wear and discolouration to the interior trim consistent with its age and mileage. The most recent roadworthiness test was in April 2025, which is understood to have resulted in a clean pass. The last maintenance was completed in April 2025 at around 267,000 kilometres by Chenzo’s Garage. This included a major service with an engine oil and fuel filter replacement, new windscreen wipers, power steering fluid and feed hose replacement, and fitment of new rear shock absorbers. Feb 1988 - 1,807 Km - Subaru Sovereign Automobile Services Nov 1988 - 12,627 Km - Subaru Sovereign Automobile Services May 1989 - 21,798 Km - Subaru Sovereign Automobile Services Oct 1989 - 32,227 Km - Subaru Alec Mildren Pty Ltd Jan 1990 - 38,421 Km - Subaru Alec Mildren Pty Ltd Oct 1990 - 49,328 Km - Subaru Alec Mildren Pty Ltd Jan 1992 - 75,789 Km - Subaru Scuderia Veloce Motors Dec 1992 - 86,026 Km - Subaru Scuderia Veloce Motors Jun 1993 - 95,691 Km - Subaru Scuderia Veloce Motors Jul 1994 - 109,884 Km - Subaru Scuderia Veloce Motors May 1995 - 125,330 Km - Subaru Scuderia Veloce Motors Jan 1996 - 132,746 Km - Subaru Scuderia Veloce Motors Dec 1996 - 142,587 Km - Subaru Scuderia Veloce Motors Jan 1998 - 157,850 Km - MRT Performance Aug 1999 - 173,918 Km - Subaru Scuderia Veloce Motors Jan 2002 - 205,965 Kms - Subaru Gold Coast Apr 2025 - ~267,000 Kms - Chenzo's Garage This Subaru Vortex XT 4WD Turbo is a rare survivor of the marque’s ambitious 1980s engineering, combining turbocharged performance with a futuristic coupe silhouette and all-wheel-drive traction. It is reported to be presented in its original specification, and is offered with significant accompanying documentation including its first purchase receipt and service records. An increasingly uncommon sight on the road, this Vortex XT is an intriguing collector’s item from a bold chapter in Subaru’s history, and would make a distinctive addition to any gathering of Japanese classics.