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1986 Volkswagen Vanagon Camper Passenger VanReview
1986 Volkswagen Vanagon
Volkswagen
Vanagon
1986
Camper Passenger Van
jennyfromPNW writes:
Vw Westy — Bought to be used as an occasional vehicle and it is great when used for that. We did use it as a primary vehicle for a short time and it was not ideal. Modified it a bit over time to include head-rests in the back for the kiddo along with should strap seatbelts. The rest of the interior is great. Lots of mechanical work done and it is essentially a new vehicle under the hood! Exterior is next (painting and rust removal). Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.) Pros: Great for camping and roadtrips Cons: Old car so not reliable! Have slowly replaced all of the mechanical parts so this is improving! |
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1986 Volkswagen VanagonReview
1986 Volkswagen Vanagon
Volkswagen
Vanagon
1986
Redsky13 writes:
Well Worth Refurbishing — With the conversion to a Subaru engine the performance makes it drive like a new vehicle. Strong and quiet. All the camping gear is in good order including the fridge. It is great for camping and has a small carbon footprint for an RV. Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.) Pros: They are worth refurbishing and a pleasure to camp in. Cons: Can be a money pit to get it into great shape. |
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1986 Volkswagen VanagonReview
1986 Volkswagen Vanagon
Volkswagen
Vanagon
1986
Brian writes:
You Need To Be Familiar With All Aspects Of Vw Maintenance Or Great Vw Mechanic — 1986 AWD Sycro Versatile, 4wd great for touring, camping, hauling kayaks or lumbar. Weak brakes, takes inclines in 3rd gear no power on high end. Cost plenty to maintain due to age and lack of available parts. Repainted 95% full on restore Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.) Pros: Versatile Cons: Maintenance costs |
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1986 Volkswagen VanagonReview
1986 Volkswagen Vanagon
Volkswagen
Vanagon
1986
frnkconstantino writes:
A Project Car, Not A Daily Driver — VW Vanagons are unreliable, expensive to fix and maintain, and underpowered - why do people buy these? Cuz they're "cool" and unusual. Fun (when they're working) but impractical, if you want RELIABLE all-wheel drive, buy a Toyota Previa Van or a Subaru! Primary Use: Family transportation Pros: fun to drive Cons: unreliable, expensive to fix |
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1986 Volkswagen Vanagon GL Passenger VanReview
1986 Volkswagen Vanagon
Volkswagen
Vanagon
1986
GL Passenger Van
huertat writes:
Great For Burning Man — It's been a real good van, just need something smaller. Kids have grown and going off to college. I just drive it back and forth to work. It's been real realiable, i know someone can have some real fun with this van.. Primary Use: Commuting to work Pros: Great for BURNING MAN.Low maintenance Cons: To big, boys are going off to college |
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1991 Volkswagen Vanagon Reviews
Great Vw Carat Transporter Model Exterior Restored-- Last Of Its Kind By svensenVanagon91
Overall this van is pretty reliable and easy to drive. It has good visibility and seats 7 comfortably. It is a great runaround car for kids and dogs etc. for the beach or weekend touring. Also, it has... Read More
Love It By bpmor
We love or 1991 Carat. Just back from 10 days camping down the coast. Roomy enough for camping gear and biking stuff we had a blast. The van is fun to drive and works out great for a couple on the ... Read More
1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Reviews
Looker-larger Interior Than Most-surprising Ride. By Fred
Like it even though it is a bit expensive to maintain-water cooled, rear engine, never needed snow tires, superior people hauler, and always got the onlookers. There are very few and far between Volks... Read More
Great Car For The Right People. By Henry
So-So Performance, Excellent Build Quality, Styling Is Fabulous for a german car, Maintenance is pricey, along with fuel because vehicle is underpowered and heavy getting not very good fuel economy. ... Read More
1989 Volkswagen Vanagon Reviews
Buy One If You Can. By Chris
One BAD ASS van. Come on its 4wd, 4 Speed with a Super Low creeper gear 6:1 gear ratio or something like that, I cant really remember. This van will go almost any were you want it to. I have never h... Read More
A Vehicle For Every Walk Of Life By Michael
A solidly built van with 90s looks (ok for me), handles well, easy to maintain and excellent offroad. All getting to the age of needing work now but thay have a character. The looks from other offroad... Read More
1988 Volkswagen Vanagon Reviews
Fun To Drive Bus With Ac By Coronajeep
Fun to drive overall, and got decent enough mileage too! especially on trips! With plenty of room to lay down, tools, toys or luggage for a trip. Could use a console of some kind or at least cup ho... Read More
Ever Been Passed By A Vw Van On An On Ramp? By Litew8
I like it a lot! The Subaru SOHC 16V non-interference engine is bullet proof and matches up to the Vanagon 4 Spd perfectly. If you like, you can drive in 3rd gear at 70 mph. Cruising at 90 mph at sea ... Read More
1985 Volkswagen Vanagon Reviews
The Bird By Kelly
Love everything overall...great for camping quick get a ways, handles much better with the 15' tires & rims, Monroe gas shocks, although makes for a little rougher ride. I bought it from a VW Mechan... Read More
It's Not Just A Car ; It's A Volkswagen By VAUDImike
Vanagons are a brick in the wind yet are suprisingly driveable. the 1.9L boxer 4 is capable of keeping up with traffic at 20 - 22 mpg. build quality is endorsed by quantity of survivors. 2nd & 3rd row... Read More
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