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Subject:Re: Westy/Vanagon parts sources
Date:Mon, 25 Nov 1996 12:59:47 -0500

In a message dated 96-11-24 15:06:40 EST, RFulg65717@aol.com writes:

<< Also, I read about Synrco's. What is a Syncro?  >>

Syncro is VW's term for their all-wheel-drive system.  In the USA VW began
selling Syncro versions of Vanagons & Quantums.  Although they were both
called Syncro by VW, the Quantum actually used Audi's Quattro system.  Other
than both of them being all-wheel-drive, they have nothing in common.  Since
then VW has had Syncro versions of numerous models, but none of them in the
USA.  :(

The Vanagon Syncro was sold in the USA in model years 1986, 87, 89, 90, & 91
in both regular and Camper versions.