LuAZ-969 is a budget Soviet “jeep” that is still relevant today

The Soviet Union produced many specific vehicles designed for use in difficult conditions. For bad roads or in the absence of them. There is a common misconception that it was unrealistic for a private individual to buy an SUV in the USSR. This is wrong. Firstly, there was Niva. It was specially developed for the civilian market. And even though the model was called an “all-terrain vehicle” in the instruction manual, the VAZ-2121 confidently conquered off-road terrain even without modifications. But it was almost impossible for an ordinary Soviet citizen to buy a UAZ-469. Although, there were at least three acquisition options. Firstly, for special merits they could receive special permission to purchase. Secondly, decommissioned cars were sold inexpensively to “their own”. Thirdly, the UAZ-469 was offered in the currency “Beryozka”. In general, these routes were closed to the ordinary Soviet driver.


In addition to the UAZ-469, there was another SUV - LuAZ-969. It is also considered military, although the latter did not use it. A floating conveyor was developed for them. And on its basis they have already made an SUV for the village. Again, not for civilians. But these cars sometimes went on sale. And they were taken, although the technique was specific. What to do - the shortage of cars was taking its toll. By the way, the LuAZ-969 is distinguished by phenomenal cross-country ability even with its “native” engine. You can buy such an SUV for about 50 rubles. True, it will have to be modified, but you can drive it like that. The author of the channel “LUAZ – LIFE” will tell you about LuAZ-969.