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20 Car Names That Sound Like They Were Made Up on the Spot

12. Subaru Brat

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A classic Subaru Brat compact pickup showcases its quirky charm, parked curbside with its signature rear-facing jump seats visible. | Photo by Erik Mclean on Pexels

The Subaru Brat may sound like a mischievous troublemaker, but this compact pickup won over plenty of fans—especially in the U.S.
Its name, short for “Bi-drive Recreational All-terrain Transporter,” was as playful as it was memorable.
Despite its cheeky branding, the Brat proved to be a tough little utility vehicle and has since achieved cult classic status.
Dive deeper into its legacy with Road & Track’s feature.

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