Re: [T3] Type 34 impressions

[DGaries808@aol.com]

In a message dated 12/18/01 7:49:17 AM Central Standard Time, 
jmcgill89@hotmail.com writes:

<< Subj:     Re: [T3] Type 34 impressions
 Date:  12/18/01 7:49:17 AM Central Standard Time
 From:  jmcgill89@hotmail.com (Joe McGill)
 To:    type3@vwtype3.org
 
 >The mechanical stuff is the same, with a few minor varioations, but for
 >the rest of it, it's not like doing a Volkswagen. More like a Porsche in
 >terms of prices, with the rarity factor of a '50s Lincoln.
 
 So, theoretically, a mostly complete, rust-free original that needs 
 restoration could be a pretty worthwhile project.....
 
 
 >Besides good looks, the Typ34 is an excellent grand touring car, roomy for 
 >a
 >sports car (with two cargo compartments), economical, well balanced and
 >nimble on the road.
 
 Well, here's the first contradiction.....earlier I received a message saying 
 that the Type 34 didn't handle as well as a normal type 3.....
 Anyway about it, I'm sure it would handle better than a Type 1.  Don't get 
 me wrong, I love the Bug, but they're a bit sluggish on the road.
 
In what respect does the Type 34 not handle as well as a normal Type 3? Maybe 
in the area of the tie-rod ends? Those are among the most difficult parts to 
come by for a Type 34. Otherwise, I'd say that the Type 34 was the top of the 
line. If you are planning to dog it all of the time, maybe the Type 34 is not 
the car for you. But for normal driving, the Type 34 will easily hit 70-75 
Mph and hold it. That's more than most VW's will do. I don't know what the 
top speed is, but I'd guess it's about 100 Mph. Mine is such a pleasure to 
drive. It has air conditioning, electric windows and door locks, and a 
modern, leather-covered steering wheel.
 

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