In a message dated 1/12/05 1:41:13 PM Eastern Standard Time,
gholt@U.WASHINGTON.EDU writes:

>
> Sorry for any cross-postings...
>
> For sale:  1986 VW Vanagon Syncro with 1991 Subaru 2.2L
> motor.  Tacoma/Seattle, WA
>
> $1800
>
> Van runs with engine conversion but needs some finishing touches.  Also
> would be a good parts car to go from that tried VW motor to an AWD
> powerhouse.  Details are below.   See www.kennedyeng.com or
> www.smallcar.com/convert.htm for more information on the conversion.
>
> Body: gray with some small dents/scratches on the both sides.  Minor rust
> at bumpers and seam behind forward doors (Mass. car originally).
>
> Interior:  Black and gray.  Front part (driver and passenger area) in
> decent shape.  Back half is stripped for built in bed (not installed).  I
> have a separate rear seat half installed.  Headliner good, interior panels
> alright except sliding door, which is missing.
>
> Drivetrain: 1991 2.2L subie converted using Kennedy Eng. kit.  New water
> pump, timing belt, clutch, etc.  Custom skidplate for oil pan and custom
> exhaust.  5 speed transmission (VW) with granny-gear.  No differential
> locks.
>
> What it needs:  Currently the motor runs, but the mixture is significantly
> off and therefore probably not drivable.  My guess is the harness needs to
> be redone although it could be one of the sensors (multiple codes from
> ECU).  The cooling system is also a temporary setup and would need to be
> finished properly.  Transmission is noisy, likely the main shaft
> bearing.  Because of limited time and my new graduate student salary have
> chosen not to put any more effort ($$) into the vehicle.  It would be the
> new owner's responsibility to move it from Tacoma, WA.
>
> Email gholt@u.washington.edu for more details and pictures or call
> 206-227-9930 (serious inquires only please).
>

sounds like an awesome deal for the price..
someone should snap this up..

chris