How Bucky Lasek Built an $800 Subaru into a Widebody STI Swapped Ripper GC8

[@LarryChenPhoto]

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[@knowntalker135]

Bucky is just a genuine great person! I know Larry is too but we see him more, this might be my dream car maybe one day

[@Barrenchats]

Hurry not many RS type Impreza's left

[@jeff666p]

@@Barrenchats There's a bunch. Price is going up on them though. I bought mine low milage no rust for 4k 6 years ago. Now they go for 6-7k in that condition. Just swapped in an 06 wrx engine with a grimmspeed downpipe

[@jm361]

Well spoken, his a mans man and a ladies man and a car guy true to heart! Anything with Bucky is fun and exciting, just bring something drink and some bandaids too.

[@Mattle_lutra]

This is what I wish my doofy bugeye wagon to be, a cute monster :B

[@Barrenchats]

@@Mattle_lutra My Sub'aru Forester dreams of STi's under it's bonet :D

[@joshuamurphy6593]

damn I'm getting old...I remember watching the old 411 skate VHS tapes when Bucky was a teenager...

[@LJenkinsEsqIII]

Yep

[@daevid21]

Joshua Murphy I still have a blue buckey lasek helmet haha

[@Stumpy801]

Lol he’s getting old too

[@danpmatz]

I've got an old Gallwing shirt he was wearing at a demo in St Louis Missouri him Tony Hawk and Andrew Reynolds all signed it for me I need to find it. I was probably only 12 years old and he gave it to me off his back after the demo

[@JasonJayWray]

Same.... I'm in the 40 club

[@connorkuhlman6702]

I think this is my favorite video on KZbin.

[@Krynis]

No joke, this is actually a super cool build, you can see the love.

[@franqueee]

The M4 owner has no idea a professional racecar driver and a world renowned motorsport photographer is 'dissing' him XD

[@stephanox758]

Man that’s one of those things that reminds you that you just never know what’s going to happen in life lol

[@mistakitty]

The way Bucky instantly just said "yeah!" At 8:50 really does show how much he loves his car. He just wants others to experience it, solid guy.

[@zeslore2259]

the most beautiful car ive ever seen. The older imprezas of those years are my dream dailies

[@mantazini]

terrible dailies lol ... had few of them

[@fungus2116]

The 4 doors or gf8s are great dailys

[@nudehunter8057]

2.2 with 240k for 700 bucks now it's 276k with no major basic maintenance

[@TranceFur]

Guess that’s LA for you.

[@pootstevens]

Bucky is the man. From way back being my #1 dude in thps to now inspiring me to fix my car a black 1999 Subaru Gc8 coupe in black that has been in pieces for a decade. I doing a similar build but with a eg33 from a svx tied to a dccd five speed with sti Brembos to stop it. The suspension is 100% tssfab made tubular subframe. Just a pile of parts right now but I got that same vision as Bucky I’ve had this car forever it seems it has been off the road for most of its life and countless people have to told me to sell it. I had the car when I was on welfare I’ve had the car towed from rent to rent until I bought my first home. I can’t wait to get that car through the back woods of Connecticut

[@lucasblanchard47]

Bucky is such a legendary dude! I remember having his signature Vans shoes back in like middle school in the very early 2000s! This is my absolute PERFECT dream car!

[@stigmsr1]

Always been a fan of Bucky since is sk8 days but BuckYeah is my new favorite. Binge watching his whole build👍

[@robochoa7387]

It’s about time a gc8 is featured🔥

[@HOTPLATEGAMING]

roberto ochoa Not a GC though. It’s a GM GC = Sedan GM = Coupe

[@fungus2116]

Theirs a coupe and a sedan in the video...

[@saarekas8177]

@@HOTPLATEGAMING and GF8 = Wagon

[@HOTPLATEGAMING]

Benis But if you read the title of the video (comprehension is key* buddy) Bucket Lasek Impreza is not a GC

[@QuickQuips]

Though he says Gt3rs it also reminds me of Evo RS too. Especially with that white. Really well thought out and balanced car. It really reflects his knowledge and passion.

[@05EVORS]

Evo RS FTW! my '05 white car was so much better than my stage 3 VA STi I just sold lol. I saw a 911 RS America going down the 580 freeway in SFBA when I had my Evo brand new and I was like yep...that's what the engineers were gunning for

[@amazing116]

Bucky is the man. I’m a regular person when I comment him on ig he comments right back. Humble genuine guy and a beast. Good stuff

[@benpitts8073]

Such a well done car, love how the interior has been upgraded and not running some obnoxious exhaust. The body work flows so well with those wheels

[@Thunderbolt857]

Bucky : I'd sell my kids before my cars Larry : thats awesome Lol

[@marcorrre]

I'd sell* I doubt he's into human trafficking

[@WarriorsPhoto]

Typical of a car enthusiast. :(

[@vmfan96]

🤣 21:15 Bucky is a Legend . He is so down to earth it’s easy to forget he is so accomplished in so many areas that most only dream of. Love how he chased down the M4 you can see the skill with his effortless shifts. 👍 Great work on these vids Larry and team. The combination of discussion, videography, photos and editing is awesome.

[@marlinprofit7503]

It's always nice to stumble upon someone legit af, Bucky is the real deal.

[@aspyr5681]

I had Bucky Lasek's Vans sneakers and they're the best sneakers I ever had PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF ODIN BRING THEM BACK, PLEASE!

[@LastAphelion]

"I'll spit on it if you want me to" "from behind would be the best bet" "just rub it out" "its legit coming out" "his hand is inside right now" "I CAN SEE IT MOVING" HELP

[@NickTaylorRickPowers]

He's inside

[@jaredguerra2222]

Queue Beavis and Butthead exploding in laughter (Ugh hughguhughuhgughug HnngHEhheh He said rub it out!)

[@noeleenbatchelor3736]

This is one of my favourite Subaru builds, and it gets driven the way it was built to drive you can guarantee that. Good job Bucky.

[@runeandrebergtun8892]

Bucky popping that panel out was worth a like all by itself.

[@OCDRex11]

I met Bucky at a Subie event a few years ago and the guy seemed so down to earth. Really got a good vibe from him. That was the summer before Subaru let him go too. He knew it was coming and I could tell he was sad. Still, love that he is still a die hard Subaru guy! Beautiful build Bucky!

[@perryrodriguez]

I’ve watched built not bought from the beginning. Watching Bucky build it has been awesome! Thx homie!

[@rosserd1234]

I followed Bucky from the launch control series and watched the car being built on his channel,what a great looking car and a great guy

[@bennypaddycake7182]

bucky is one of the skaters that made vert fun to watch

[@oftankoftan]

the wheels look amazing. just a simple, flat-styled five-spoked. no bullshit or deep dish. It really makes the white car work.

[@rideakhomie]

I love everything about these old subarus. My first car was a 93 impreza AWD 5 speed and i still have it. I dont think i can ever sell it.

[@BalexDawn]

A dude I met one time at a meet in San Diego used to date his daughter and he told me how they used to go off roading a Bucky would Rip and it was so fun. I just sat there thinking like dang what I gotta do to have Bucky rip me on some backroads. But I also did meet and talk to him at a meet once really cool and humble always blessed to meet people of his stature that are humble forever grateful for that moment 🙏🏾

[@H1GHD3FF]

"I would sell my kids before I sell my car" "Nice" lmao

[@derekdok]

He would be out the door if wifey watches this vid.

[@Wetfeline]

Disturbing to say the least

[@HeritageM4]

@@Wetfeline its a joke

[@Jay-dk1lp]

I paused the videos and checked the comments to see if any one noticed lol

[@jbr_cava]

To which he replied "that is so awesome". I know it's a joke but uhhh. He had this and a few other blonde moments.

[@mikey_gc8]

Buck yeah! My dude is finally getting the exposure with his crazy GC8 habit!

[@BigBlueGuy]

Woah! I never would have thought that Bucky Lasek is into cars, or a professional driver. That is really awesome!

[@DIGPLatinodriftking1]

Bucky is such a gnarly guy. This GC is so tastefully modded and simple but it also has its flaws. Just shows how cool and down to earth the man is! What a legend! Thanks for sharing guys!

[@faascencio]

Bucky is dope!! Def a genuine dude! As soon as I came across his channel I became a fan.........I've heard of him before but never really followed.

[@rw8343]

my favorite guy to be was Bucky in Tony Hawks Pro skater! he's dope a. f.

[@greendayyylmao3427]

his pro decks in pro skater 3 were my favorite

[@presidenttnediserp428]

I was more of a Mat Hoffman's Pro BMX fan myself.

[@mandc20022]

He was ok but I played with Chad

[@ttamn92]

@@greendayyylmao3427 mine too!! Lol

[@MJ-mx2bp]

Musks was my man... with the Thumpin 5-0!

[@highriskhighreward5881]

Pro skaters building cars. Instant like

[@korysumner3897]

The 22b motor was closed deck with oil squirters. It can hang

[@roughndo80]

Thankyou Bucky, Beautiful Car, ive always wanted a 22B and now you've shown people how to have one without spending $200,000, thankyou.

[@3ffynephrine615]

Man KZbin's algorithm tho! Bucky's channel came up on my suggestions and here we are, his car on my favorite Hoonigan Channel

[@scroob72]

Bucky is just a rad dude. Seriously fixing some body work on a car when you first meet him. Straight up gearhead.

[@ForgottenRebel77]

i get the privilege to see this car in person pretty often. Easily my favorite GC8 around.

[@johnnyisahermit]

Brighton coupes baby!

[@martydom9820]

Bucky Lasek was my go to character on Tony Hawk pro skater for the N64. Good times.

[@gregskuza7166]

Perfect proportions! Beautiful Car!

[@edwardlusted79]

Is it just me who wishes Subaru would make Impreza's how they did then now? Because even those stock WRX and sti where the dream

[@TheRwdyAudi]

the rockstar catch can is good touch 😍

[@fmx623]

i appreciate bucky’s enthusiasm for his car, i feel the same way about my shitty cars.

[@bigcase4449]

Bucky lasek is out here buying up all the coupes

[@WarriorsPhoto]

I came for the bent removal and stayed for the drive. Thank you for staying safe and continuing to make videos.

[@jaredguerra2222]

Badass build by Bucky but damn it man!... Of course leen customs pins are completely sold out when i go to look for my white hatch sti pin and they even made one once. It was probably way too much hassle for small change.

[@TheAmazingMrMcFlyy]

Always wanted a gc8, seeing Buckys passion makes me so hype after having a bunch of set backs with my two budget e30 builds

[@meman24]

Bucky!!! Had no idea he was a driver too, good to see he's doing well

[@vincentcabuyadao5324]

Footage in larry's videos is something else.

[@meleenterprises]

“Wow that’s a really small battery.” It’s so great to see this build continue to grow. So legit!

[@clapped_r3219]

The dream garage is a widebody GC8, Skyline GTR, and FD RX-7. Love Bucky’s build 👌🏽

[@dbnpoldermans4120]

Also a skater turned car guy. Getting back into skating a bit. It's hard!

[@luisamaya1768]

I remember seeing this car a couple of weeks ago at the top of Mt Palomar, it was parked next to a bunch of BMWs and Porsches. This car had my full attention to the point that i dont remember much of the other vehicles that were around it. Thanks for sharing.

[@michaeldigiorgio]

I'm not even a Subaru guy and this is the first time I've heard of the driver but what an awesome build. Gorgeous car.

[@boostnboba7658]

Bucky gets straight to the point with the pulls

[@caRlosolaF-ik3dp]

very sick build, this car got character!!! great guy, just knew he's a former profoessional skateboarder driving rally events. The way he's talking about the project you just realise he's also a car guy. Spotted that e36 referenced sideskirts, too ;)

[@Beastfromtheeast8]

That subie is clean af

[@jorgemarin7595]

My wife works in subaru dealership and they don't come cheap you inspired me to build my own instead of buying one

[@ConnerSpeed6]

Dude... Bucky's channel is my favorite new channel on KZbin. Been watching since day 1! Nice video, guys.

[@YarikBlyat]

That car is BALLIN! And wow, it's 2 doors + LHD! Never saw that before!

[@jcgarage7889]

Love the build and love how it sounds.. this is now how I want mine to sound. Thank you for covering this car.

[@lu6460]

Here's a link to Bucky's channel: kzbin.info/door/ciHWxn1ZNqFtgAxAqMxR6g Seems like an oversight not to put it in the description. Just a stunning build all around, you can feel the love. And you know what they say about subarus.

[@Dan-dx9qu]

Awesome build! The ones that give a thumbs down aren’t true car enthusiast!!

[@georgecostanza2695]

I came for the STi... but stayed for the bodywork😂

[@TheDFM007]

"You're either 1st or Last!" - Ricky Bobby

[@Silent_Shadow]

SHAKE AND BAKE!

[@The_True_]

It seems like only yesterday that Bucky was a skate kid with rooster boards chasing a dream. Good to see him catch that dream. ✌😎

[@kyledou3659]

That Group N hydraulic e-brake is sickk

[@RZAtomic]

Nice build. Sleeper and good choice. Exactly what I like Congrats man !!!

[@alenhawk5768]

Nicest build ever !

[@Borrie131]

Bucky is the guy you want to drink a beer with and just talk about his ride.

[@jonathanharmon23]

i loved Bucky as a skater, actually my favorite, but as a car guy myself, i really appreciate and love his car knowledge and the fact he will wrench on his own stuff

[@MitchDenham]

I've been a fan of Bucky since I was a kid playing THPS1 way back when, this build is epic 👌

[@isaac-shapiro]

hey BUCKY, you're turning my head. that's for sure.

[@yusufronco]

those were killer photos of his Impreza 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@nickz4993]

Fantastic guy and ride, love down-to-earth, classic builds like these

[@mr.cangieter8758]

Grew up idolizing Bucky man. Good times.

[@Showuk]

Oh wow. Last I knew Bucky was just a skater & in the Tony Hawk games!! That's an almost perfect impreza build. Absolutely incredible & looks a dream to drive. I've had an RB320 so I do love a good impreza!!

[@aaden4888]

This was a blessing to watch. The video and Bucky entirely inspired me to pursue a car that can perform without sacrificing comfort and quality! Great work man, earned my subscription 100%.

[@Fr4nkDrebin]

I remember waaayyy back Bucky had a sick e46 M3 in eurotuner. I think it was supercharged too. This GC8 is awesome.

[@HOTPLATEGAMING]

philippe hebert Not a GC it’s GM GC = Sedan

[@Fr4nkDrebin]

SAPPY my bad.

[@pauligunz5686]

I love the sound of the boxer. I've had 3 different subis and swear by them...best cars on the planet...

[@marcov4190]

Best ERA the 90's... amazing car!

[@Rockit181]

Damn, awesome build

[@fungus2116]

It’s about time Americans realise how good these cars are

[@neverstopz9045]

We have.

[@krispyywombat7382]

I hope they don't, I'd prefer if parts don't get expensive for mine lmao

[@demonsamongstmen562]

shhhh keep it on the low

[@elijahwebber6183]

We love our Subaru cars...dont be daft in new England they get raced everywhere...

[@daves984]

He was a legend in the early 90s when I was a youth skateboarding.

[@PedroFTeixeira]

Following Bucky's build from the beggining! Great stuff! I can see that he still hasn't adjusted the handbrake! :D

[@holyshiizzz455]

I’ve been waiting for this video since Bucky was on Jay Leno’s Garage showing him his 2016 STI and hinted about this project.

[@EddieNuffSaid]

A true Subaru fanatic!! 👍🏼

[@okitsadam]

One of my favorite skaters turned rally 🤍

[@Feintgames]

Bucky is awesome. Love that he's making this car. The WRC widebody is so cool. 25:30 RIP Dave Mirra!

[@jaehjona]

...great Easter present....thanks guys! Hoon × Bucky's personal whip = big smiles

[@Oblio1942]

I always knew bucky as a skater, never really followed anything he did in racing cars, but hes always seemed like a really chill dude

[@marvinvisser5039]

I love this build so much! But I'm really baffled by the choice of leaving it open deck. So much effort put into it. But then again 370 on these mods is super safe and in this chassis would feels really good.

[@AndyBuudy]

Nice! This is one of my dream builds. Been looking for a two door Impreza for a while but people just want too much for them out here in Cali. Wish I could find one for $800...

[@calebfleming1607]

Look at impound sales!!!

[@christopherlafferty9785]

I have one i just bought for 800

[@messmeister92]

Tells you what kind of a stand-up guy Bucky is that he would immediately start fixing a stranger’s car. What a guy.

[@j0sukavids]

One of the best builds ive seen. Now a fan

[@dantew2942]

I knew Bucky name was familiar. I enjoyed watching his build