When I had the stock 1.6D in my 1982 Westfalia, I consistently got
27-29 MPG at 55-60 MPH with a 5 speed transmission in Southern
California and Arizona.  With the 4 speed transmission, it was more
like 25-27 MPG at 50-55 MPH.  Say what you want about the stock diesel
top speed, but it is a fuel miser.  On secondary roads it is plenty
fast unless climbing hills or at higher altitudes.

Michael Snow

On Mar 30, 2005, at 1822, Chris S. wrote:

> Title says it all.... what's it like in the slow lane?  Should I
> go for it?
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