Vehicle Description
For those in the know, this 1986 Volkswagen Vanagon Syncro 4x4 is a
rare find that adds a go-anywhere reputation to VW' carryall. So if
you're interested in being the most unique van everywhere from the
school run to the camp site, read on...
The Vanagon has VW's unmistakable bread van-style silhouette. It
maximizes the most efficient use of space. But on this one, the
taller 4x4 stance and larger 15-inch alloys add a new dimension. It
gives this van added attitude that goes well with adventurer-style
paint. So while the value price will leave room in your budget for
a respray, this one already does give off the right vibe. Plus,
there's a lot of robust history here. These were actually modified
for 4x4 service by Steyr-Puch. They have a reputation for making
serious off-road machines, including military vehicles and they
even developed the Mercedes G-Wagon. So a specialty build in German
took more time and cost more money. So the few that made it over to
the USA were expensive. That made them rare when new and even more
appreciated today.
There are three rows of seating inside to keep this a true people
carrier. The driver gets all the right comforts with high-back
cloth bucket seat. It has good bolstering and armrests to make sure
it's long-haul comfortable. Plus, there's a large steering wheel, a
gearshift within easy reach, VDO gauges with handy tach, and the
factory AM/FM/cassette stereo for entertainment. The heater works
well, which is good for those times when you're spending the night
in nature. This has also been built for R12 air conditioning, but
it will need at least a conversion and a service before blowing
cold again. The rear still folds flat for a bed-like setup. So we
just bet you're thinking about camping out on the beach, and not
even having to worry about how loose the driving sand is when you
get up in the morning.
The Vanagon has a big advantage over its predecessors with a
2.1-liter flat-four that's both fuel-injected and water-cooled.
This shows all the right signs of being the original motor, and the
design has it mounted low in the floor for good 4x4 duty. VW's
Synchro system was their version of all-wheel-drive similar to
Audi's quattro. What makes it particularly good in all situations
is the four-speed manual also has a low gear (five gears total.) So
when you're trying to slog through thick mud, you can make your
best torque right from the start (the BF Goodrich Mud-Terrain T/As
are good for that, too.) But you can skip the granny gear and go
right for first gear during everyday driving. Plus, power steering
and power brakes with front discs are nice for all driving
situations.
Complete with owner's manual, this is one of the few times a
Vanagon Syncro is going to be in such close reach. So don't miss
your chance, call today!
