I think 75 was the first year for the Rabbit. The Dasher was the first
front drive VW in 74 and the engine was mounted front-rear. The Rabbit and
Scirocco was next with the Transverse mount.

The early Dogde Omni and Horizon used the block and head form the VW line
up, bored out to make a 1.7 liter. It used a Holey carb. The internals,
(crank and pistons) was from Mopar. This was some how part of the deal for
VW to get the Westmoreland PA plant. Oh yes the made in America Rabbits.
Easily identified by rectangular headlights and the push-pull head light
switch. The later version of these cars got the Chrysler 2.2L.

Why would you want this motor?

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
John Rodgers
Sent: Wednesday, July 23, 2008 9:24 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: '78 Chrysler Omni or Plymouth Pacer Sought

If anyone has a lead on tone of these, I would appreciate a pointer. Of
particular interest is the fact these vehicles had a 1972 Rabbit engine
in them.

Thanks for any leads.

John Rodgers
88 GL Driver