Here is a parts list for DIY'ers who want to convert a Bus/Bug to Subaru power. I've supplied these part number but do your due diligence to make sure they'll fit your application. I've had great luck with these parts myself. Enjoy the build!
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| BUSARU/BUGaru Conversion Parts List: | Approx. Pricing | |
| BUSARU Engine Crossmember, Throttle Body Reverser, Vehicle Speed Sensor (TBR and VSS are only parts needed on a BUG) | $449 | https://busaru.com/busaruparts |
| Wiring Harness Conversion | $899 | BUSARU Harness Conversion |
| KEP Manual/Auto Transmission adapter kit, Exhaust Header, Catalytic converter and welded Muffler assembly, Muffler Bracket (Adapter plate kit is the only part used on BUG) | $1,250 | |
| "Single-Port" exhaust header | Market Price | https://vancafe.com |
| Optional: Large heater assembly | $190 | Large Heater |
| Optional: Shortened Oil Pan | $270 | https://www.outfrontmotorsports.com Must order over the phone. You can see video of me installing on the BUGaru HERE and on my personal bus HERE |
| Inline Fuel Pump | $80 | Fuel Pump |
| Alternator Belt | $19 | Alternator Belt |
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Optional: OBD2 Gauges/Reader |
$99 | OBD2 Gauges/Reader |
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Clutch Kit |
$127 $97 |
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6 Port Fuse Holder |
$10 |
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Universal Intake, has enough bends to play with |
$73 |
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Engine-Bay Radiator Setup (Bay Window BUS): More info here: Which Radiator Setup? |
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Driver Side Radiator Driver Metal Trim Fan Fan mounting kit |
$53 $60 $8 |
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Passenger Side Radiator Passenger Radiator Fan |
$40 $32 |
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BUSARU Radiator Filler Radiator Cap |
$75 $6 |
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Radiator Hose Driver Side |
$7 |
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Radiator Hose Passenger Side |
$20 | Passenger Rad Hose |
| Coolant Bottle | $10 | Coolant Bottle |
| Metal Tubing: I like going to the local metal shop to source, but you can go with this or EMT from hardware store |
$23 Alum. ~$10 EMT |
Aluminum Tubing |
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Belly Mount Radiator Setup (Bay Window BUS): More info here: Which Radiator Setup? |
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| Belly Radiator | $153 | Belly Radiator |
| Radiator Fan (needs slight modification) | $51 | Belly Rad Fan |
| Fan Mounting Kit | $10 | Fan mounting kit |
| Radiator Hose | $9 | Belly Rad Hose |
| Radiator Hose (QTY 2) | $50 | Belly Rad Hose X 2 |
| Radiator Hose | $12 | Belly Rad Hose |
| Radiator Hose | $12 | Belly Rad Hose |
| Inline Radiator Filler | $23 | Inline Radiator Filler |
| Upper Radiator Cap | $7 | Upper Radiator Cap |
| Lower Radiator Cap | $8 | Lower Radiator Cap |
| Coolant Bottle | $10 | Coolant Bottle |
| Metal Tubing: I like going to the local metal shop to source, but you can go with this or EMT from hardware store |
~$50 Alum. ~$20 EMT |
Aluminum Tubing |