The amazing Restoration of... Ethel the T25 Karmann Gypsy!

on it!


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Article from 1988 VW Motoring magazine.

 

Thanks for sharing that

 

Reading the article maybe I've got a bigger engine in then i thought anyone?

i do have a 5 speed gearbox engine diesel.

 

For 1988/89 model year i think the only engine options available on the Gypsy were a 78bhp 1.9WBX or the 70bhp 1.6 turbo diesel. Both came with the 5 speed gearbox though.

 

"The wardrobe is a spacious one for the size of the van (those who choose and can afford a Karmann will want to dress accordingly)!" Plenty of room for socks and sandals then

 

He prefers to keep the pegs and lucky heather in there

 

why have you not treated the wood

 

did mal not get one like that

 

Lovely and massive inside but the only issue is where to park it. That’s why I bought the T25 gypsy lot earlier to store and drive.

All that said I really like it, thanks for sharing


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Your right it’s s 1.6 Turbo diesel.

Not had a chance to drive it properly as yet, wish me luck.


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They're a bit underpowered for a 2+ ton vehicle but 100x better than a 1.6 bay.
1.9td golf engine is an easy swap (well it would be if you could get to the top of the engine from the back of the van with an engine hoist).

 

@Zebedee Suppose its fine I'm not going fast in it

 

0 to 60 eventually

 

I've got this and even though its only 100bhp it goes like doo doo of a shovel if given the chance. Only problem is the massive wheelspin if pulling out into traffic in a hurry.

 

I love the maximum speed over the 1/4 mile. 46mph.

 

I hope your not thinking of bringing the horses out of retirement