1978 Volkswagen Bus Black on 2040-cars
Hillsdale, New Jersey, United States
Vehicle Title:Clear
Drive Type: 4spd Manual
Make: Volkswagen
Mileage: 66,283
Model: Bus/Vanagon
Exterior Color: Black/Tan
Trim: 2nd Gen
Number of Cylinders: 4
This is a great classic VW van that needs no engine or trans work. This van started as project van for me but after moving I no longer have a proper place to store the vehicle and no longer have time to finish restoring. This van starts right up and drives very well. This was the first year they offered fuel injection so this model has a bit more pickup then the carborated models and is easier when doing tune-ups as it doesn't have points. When I first bought this van it had an slight oil leak as many classic VW's do. After bringing it to a local classic VW restorer we managed to fix this entirely, this van doesn't drip at all! I am the 3rd owner of this van and the 2nd owner used to use it as a daily driver before selling it to me. Any work needed will be minor cosmetic work and other minor restorations as described. If you are local I can arrange for you to come and see the van before buying. If you commit to buy through ebay, the buyer will be responsible for picking up and transporting the van. Although I am sad to see this van go I am happy to see it go to someone who will take care of it and get enjoyment out of this classic vehicle. More pictures coming soon.
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Volkswagen shows off performance-ish Passat concept
Mon, 14 Jan 2013As part of its 2013 Detroit Auto Show debut package, Volkswagen has rolled out a sportier version of the Passat sedan, though it's strictly conceptual for now. A small dose of go-fast visuals have been added to the handsome Volkswagen, including 19-inch wheels, carbon-capped mirrors, an advanced front lighting system, LED taillamps and dual exhaust. Some carbon bits and upgraded leather are found inside the cabin, as well.
But the real performance chops come in the form of a 1.8-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that sends 250 horsepower to the Passat's front wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission. That's a good boost in power over the 170 hp of the base 2.5-liter inline-five, but not quite as potent as the 3.6-liter VR6. A lowered sport suspension and revised electronic steering are also on hand, making things slightly more involving out on the road... we assume.
It's not quite the performance concept we were hoping for, but a more enthusiastic Passat isn't necessarily a bad thing. Scroll down for the press release.
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Reuters reports that Volkswagen is interested in at least a partial stake, if not a controlling interest in Lotus-parent Proton as a way to continue a production presence in the region without having to build its own factory.
Volkswagen already builds the Passat in a DRB-HICOM facility in Pekan, Malaysia, and plans are in place to build the Jetta and Polo there, as well. With both southeast Asia and its relationship with Proton figuring so importantly in Volkswagen's plans for expansion, buying into Proton can help ensure stability. Volkswagen is being tight-lipped about the whole idea, but CEO Martin Winterkorn did recently say, "it's our clear goal to continue the successful (expansion) course of past years with great dynamics and stability," which sounds an awful lot like deals are on the table to smooth the path to further growth.