Don't listen to those Subaru guys (BTW I'd like to see proof to the myth
that VW actually contracted SUBARU to develop an engine)

So, since you are air-cooled, how about a real Porsche motor, like a flat-6
out of a 911?  Maybe a 3.2 Turbo?

Chris.
'85 Westy
non-subaru an damn happy that way.

----- Original Message -----
From: Evans <g6660@HFX.EASTLINK.CA>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2001 10:34 PM
Subject: 80vanagon power upgrade

> Good day all,
> I'm new to the list because I was thinking of buying
> a 1980 vanagon. Since I own a corrado and a scirocco now, I was wondering
> how I could get more than the 67(I think) horsepower. I've heard little
> about a gti transplant,,is this possible with this model.
>  My car buddies think I'm nuts but I love buses too.
>
>  Thanks very much for any help.
> Jake Evans
> VW Coven Halifax N.S. Canada