[{"id": 17008033, "authorName": "chaslee08", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chaslee08/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can you tell us if the air conditioner is functional.\nThanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741299205, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17008041, "authorName": "sambebout (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sambebout/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The air conditioner is definitely functional!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741299241, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17008049, "authorName": "horselesscarriage", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/horselesscarriage/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That Audi motor fits in there nicely, good to see a German powerplant. I've seen several conversions using a Suburu powerplant.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1741299266, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17008057, "authorName": "saveclassic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saveclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "2 knob syncro?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741299281, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17008118, "authorName": "sambebout (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sambebout/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Not exactly sure what that means, sorry, but it's a synchro", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741299473, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17008217, "authorName": "dkanzler", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dkanzler/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "USD $1,000 bid placed by dkanzler", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741299843, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17008307, "authorName": "Ashenkman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ashenkman/", "bidAmount": 2500, "content": "USD $2,500 bid placed by Ashenkman", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741300094, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17008298, "authorName": "Ashenkman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ashenkman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Would be great to get more info on this motor install. It looks to be a 3b 20v turbo cylinder head (from a 200tq) which would make this a 2.2L, even though the intake manifold is from a 2.3L non turbo 7a. Super super cool swap going on here, but any additional info would be awesome.\n\nAs an owner of both a Syncro westy and an ABY 5 cylinder turbo - this is one of the coolest combos out there. GLWA!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1741300289, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17008413, "authorName": "Boeingpilot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boeingpilot/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Cool\r\nEngineering. Amazed the 5 will\r\nSqueeze in", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741300383, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17008417, "authorName": "DonFrmCA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/donfrmca/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Any idea if this could be titled in California?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741300399, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17008510, "authorName": "sambebout (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sambebout/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So Sorry, I can't provide more information on the Audi install.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741300774, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17008535, "authorName": "ArmchairSinner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/armchairsinner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@sambebout the question @saveclassic is asking is how many differential lockers there are on this syncro system. They're activated by knobs on the dash under the 4x4 display, and there can be up to 3(?) knobs (front, center, rear). He sees 2, I would assume. Could you take a picture of that area of the dash, please? Thanks!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741300877, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17008567, "authorName": "sambebout (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sambebout/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm not currently in the location of the vehicle. I might be able to provide more photos later.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741300972, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17008742, "authorName": "Ashenkman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ashenkman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Underbody photos, suspension photos and videos would also be great to get - there is so much not seen with the current gallery.\n\nLooks to be a two knob with a boost gauge where the third knob would go. Curious if the second knob is decoupler or front locker\u2026", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1741301868, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17008747, "authorName": "sambebout (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sambebout/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Im having trouble uploading photos to the comment section, but after reviewing the pics I took, it is indeed a two knob.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741301926, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17008750, "authorName": "WaldoOC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/waldooc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DonFrmCA - As far as I know, this engine was never CARB-approved as a swap for the stock powerplant, so it would have to be titled outside of California - which is possible, and many people do with unusual vehicles, titling them in Idaho or other less-strict states. \r\n\r\nAnd for those who may now be familiar with Vanagon handling, one of the best upgrades you can make, IMO, is larger wheels and wider tires, as they track better at highway speeds and are less affected by crosswinds. These 16\" steelies and 215/70 T/As should make for more confident handling than the stock 14\" setup.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1741301952, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17008756, "authorName": "PShannon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pshannon/", "bidAmount": 2600, "content": "USD $2,600 bid placed by PShannon", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741302009, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17008883, "authorName": "Ashenkman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ashenkman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@sambebout - you can upload new photos directly into the listing for as long as the auction is active. Probably a good idea to also note in the details that this is a 20v turbo (as indicated by the wastegate), not just a 2.3l, which would be a non turbo motor. Photos of turbo would also be great. :)", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1741303227, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17008928, "authorName": "Buzd", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/buzd/", "bidAmount": 3000, "content": "USD $3,000 bid placed by Buzd", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741303640, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17009284, "authorName": "johnny16V", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnny16v/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ashenkman, to your point, somebody stuck a Porsche-style turbo badge on rear of the van. This is such a cool build.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741307012, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17009314, "authorName": "mybatuserid", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mybatuserid/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a cool build! What kind of power does that throw down?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741307265, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17009325, "authorName": "JackSweny", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jacksweny/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A Gross Polluter, Should see the college students in my 3 family.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741307338, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17009343, "authorName": "sambebout (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sambebout/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mybatserid, 217 HP at 5700rpm", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1741307471, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17009508, "authorName": "syncrosurf", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/syncrosurf/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If the knobs are in the right place, it would indicate it having a decoupler and a rear locker.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741308710, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17010001, "authorName": "GTstyle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtstyle/", "bidAmount": 3333, "content": "USD $3,333 bid placed by GTstyle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741312962, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17010018, "authorName": "Jonathank024", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jonathank024/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "USD $4,000 bid placed by Jonathank024", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741313147, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17010147, "authorName": "W_Moss", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/w_moss/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "USD $5,000 bid placed by W_Moss", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741314448, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17010306, "authorName": "Vananahammock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vananahammock/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Any info on running and driving condition?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741316579, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17010631, "authorName": "sambebout (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sambebout/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Running and driving is good!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741322361, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17010652, "authorName": "Vananahammock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vananahammock/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Any issues that your aware of?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741322828, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17010663, "authorName": "Vananahammock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vananahammock/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "USD $5,500 bid placed by Vananahammock", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741323080, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17010772, "authorName": "Ashenkman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ashenkman/", "bidAmount": 6500, "content": "USD $6,500 bid placed by Ashenkman", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741326660, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17010811, "authorName": "W_Moss", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/w_moss/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey @Vananahammock, didn\u2019t you just announce getting a Westy?!? Let me have this one for more than a few hours!!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741328284, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17010813, "authorName": "W_Moss", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/w_moss/", "bidAmount": 7000, "content": "USD $7,000 bid placed by W_Moss", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741328305, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17011428, "authorName": "Vananahammock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vananahammock/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@W_Moss haha ya 16in Syncro life is expensive haha was actually looking at this one for my dad.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741355908, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17011972, "authorName": "Grandturismo5280", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/grandturismo5280/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "First upgrade if aquired, big brakes and discs in the rear. How cool is this!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741361073, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17012132, "authorName": "Grandturismo5280", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/grandturismo5280/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@sambebout (The Seller) Could we get a nice pic or two from the underside of the bus, particularly the engine area?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741362194, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17012306, "authorName": "sambebout (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sambebout/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@granturismo, thanks for commenting! I'll be getting pics of the underside either today or Sunday.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741363532, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17012427, "authorName": "rustyrotors", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rustyrotors/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks to be extra clean up top, but not nearly enough pics.The beautifully tucked in (from above)5 cyl turbo can produce impressive power to the \"4-speed\"trans(what no crawler gear?) That's the most vulnerable muffler position I've seen on a swap.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741364376, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17012541, "authorName": "bbrs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bbrs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "More details about the engine swap, upgrades, etc. Dates, specific engine info, trans, etc would be very helpful.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741365267, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17012849, "authorName": "sambebout (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sambebout/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi @bbrs! This van is from a family member who recently passed, so I don't have that information. Sorry I couldn't be of more help!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741367515, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17013211, "authorName": "sambebout (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sambebout/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bbrs, I'll upload a pic with the specific engine info", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741369892, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17013530, "authorName": "uberaudi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/uberaudi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "To help shed some additional light on this unique swap, you can check out the original build thread from The Samba.\r\n\r\nhttps://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=210307", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1741371555, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17013991, "authorName": "sambebout (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sambebout/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@uberaudi, thanks for finding and posting that!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741373074, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17017020, "authorName": "JimmytheBike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimmythebike/", "bidAmount": 7100, "content": "USD $7,100 bid placed by JimmytheBike", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741382020, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17022232, "authorName": "kritical509", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kritical509/", "bidAmount": 7200, "content": "USD $7,200 bid placed by kritical509", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741448859, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17022342, "authorName": "JimmytheBike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimmythebike/", "bidAmount": 7300, "content": "USD $7,300 bid placed by JimmytheBike", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741449852, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17022858, "authorName": "RottenRattner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rottenrattner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In the listing under included aftermarket equipment, it includes an awning, but I don\u2019t see a picture of that anywhere. Please clarify.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741454575, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17022888, "authorName": "sambebout (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sambebout/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rottentattner, the awning is above the sliding passenger door", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741454866, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17023472, "authorName": "RottenRattner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rottenrattner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank You. I see it now. It is much smaller than we usually see. and there are usually pictures of the awning deployed.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741457944, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17023634, "authorName": "RottenRattner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rottenrattner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "rustyrotors: In what picture were you able to see the vulnerable exhaust system?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741458566, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17024880, "authorName": "kritical509", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kritical509/", "bidAmount": 8000, "content": "USD $8,000 bid placed by kritical509", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741462970, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17026139, "authorName": "JimmytheBike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimmythebike/", "bidAmount": 8100, "content": "USD $8,100 bid placed by JimmytheBike", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741468831, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17026364, "authorName": "rustyrotors", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rustyrotors/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Pictures #4-#8", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741471379, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17026674, "authorName": "Todddengler", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/todddengler/", "bidAmount": 8500, "content": "USD $8,500 bid placed by Todddengler", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741475219, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17026770, "authorName": "Phantasmic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/phantasmic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A very nice looking Syncro - however a word or two of caution, this is a one of a kind diy conversion. If you buy this rig you are going to be responsible for keeping it running and troubleshooting any problems. You're gonna want to have good mechanical skills or deep pockets. And even if you have deep pockets be prepared to searching for a shop willing to work on it.\r\n\r\nI'm not knocking the Syncro, just want the right person to own!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741476764, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17027300, "authorName": "kritical509", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kritical509/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "USD $15,000 bid placed by kritical509", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741485390, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17033274, "authorName": "Deepseaoutlaw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deepseaoutlaw/", "bidAmount": 15500, "content": "USD $15,500 bid placed by Deepseaoutlaw", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741586341, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17034187, "authorName": "Vananahammock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vananahammock/", "bidAmount": 16000, "content": "USD $16,000 bid placed by Vananahammock", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741617060, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17034992, "authorName": "W_Moss", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/w_moss/", "bidAmount": 16500, "content": "USD $16,500 bid placed by W_Moss", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741623514, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17038802, "authorName": "TimUrs6Avant", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timurs6avant/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think that\u2019s the first time I\u2019ve seen a 7a intake manifold on a 3b motor. Wonder what the thought for it was\u2026", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741637693, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17039844, "authorName": "Grandturismo5280", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/grandturismo5280/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@TimUrs6Avant Probably the ability to close the deck lid.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741640330, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17040622, "authorName": "mdcproductions", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mdcproductions/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Diff Lock?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741644226, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17040626, "authorName": "Grandturismo5280", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/grandturismo5280/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rustyrotors Just need to swap the big round can for a flowmaster, or just no muffler at all. Have you ever heard an uncorked 5 cyl?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741644245, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17042326, "authorName": "Vananahammock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vananahammock/", "bidAmount": 16800, "content": "USD $16,800 bid placed by Vananahammock", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741662029, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17043933, "authorName": "Grandturismo5280", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/grandturismo5280/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@sambebout (The Seller) No pics from under the engine? Does the bus have a catalytic converter installed?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741705004, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17045705, "authorName": "Todddengler", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/todddengler/", "bidAmount": 18445, "content": "USD $18,445 bid placed by Todddengler", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741714598, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17048951, "authorName": "sambebout (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sambebout/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@grandturismo5280, thank you so much for writing. I sent some pics to bat to get uploaded, as I cannot seem to for some reason. I hope those help. I do not know if it has a catalytic converter.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741724577, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17050541, "authorName": "PShannon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pshannon/", "bidAmount": 19990, "content": "USD $19,990 bid placed by PShannon", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741730432, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17050564, "authorName": "Phantasmic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/phantasmic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Anybody seriously considering this Syncro should insist on a series of photographs showing the undercarriage, exhaust system, engine, and driveline.\n\nThe build thread on theSamba does not share enough information about issues such as what ECU was used, how it was tuned, where is the speed sensor, etc.\n\nAs for the A/C does it actually work, blowing cold, or do the fans just run? This is very common, people will turn on the A/C switch, hear the fans run and assume the A/C works. Here is another area which should be shown - the A/C compressor and hoses.\nAlso how about start-up and drive videos?\n\nA little effort here will greatly benefit the seller to encourage buyers to bid.\n(just for reference I've owned four Syncros, two with engine conversions)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741730707, "type": "comment"}]