I've been looking for a poptop Vanagon (multivan) for some time and just
found a 86 Syncro with poptop for sale.  Haven't seen it yet so don't have a
lot of specifics, however, it is a full-time 4wd version and at the upper
edge of my price range.  I've had several Vanagons in the past, but never a
syncro.  I do like to camp off the beaten path whenever possible so this
model intrigues me.  Is full-time 4wd more/less desireable and more/less
prone to mechanical problems than one with selectable 4wd?  Also, what kind
of economy can I expect with a syncro (still has the original engine with
approx 125K miles.)
TIA
Ken H.
89 Wolfsburg (no poptop)