Hi Chris,
My '85 is *capable of 80 mph plus, but after searching
archives on various VW websites, just after buying my '85,
I discovered plenty of info re Vanagons & speed.
From this, I am convinced Vanagons engines have a *far greater
lifetime if driven at max of 60 mph.
Aside from engine life, I can think of *many reasons why it
wouldn't br prudent to exceed this speed!
Cheers,
Phaedra
'85 Wolfsburg Westy Basecamp

>From: Chris Stann
> Please, tell me oh all-knowing list.  Is it that unusual for a Vanagon
> Westfalia to cruise at 75 MPH?  I do it all the time in my '85.  Stock
> motor.. am I wrong?  Some folks seem bewildered by this apparently insane
> speed.
>
> Chris.
> '85 Westy
> Usual Disclaimers Apply