1982 Volkswagen Vanagon L Westfalia from North America - Comments

15th Nov 2004, 18:53

"This is the ultimate vehicle for the tinkerer who loves to travel and play outdoors"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

The cylinder head temperature sensor went out.

The Clutch Master Cylinder failed.

Padding in the back of the drivers seat (as opposed to bottom) collapsed.

General comments?

The problems have been very inexpensive to repair.

The efficiency and comfort of the Westfalia conversion are very high.

Although the van is slow it is very comfortable and economical, averaging over 20 miles to the gallon highway.

This vehicle requires frequent care and attention such as tune-ups, fluid changes, rest stops.


16th Nov 2004, 07:17

You gave performance an 8/10?

Get real, I once owned a Vanagon Westfalia with the larger water cooled engine and even with more horsepower than yours has I still had my foot to the floor 95% of the time just to keep up with traffic.

The Vanagon Westfalia would be a great vehicle with another 50-75 hp.

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