1974 Passat Advice

[vinderliker]

Hello,
I have a 1974 Passat which I am in the process of doing up with the addition of a few performance mods. I am having a hard time sourcing a 5 speed gearbox and a set of 15x6 alloy/mag wheels for the little beast. I have found a few good suppliers here in Canberra who are experienced in the art of the VW. But I would be grateful for any advice or guidance from anyone who has experience with this model.

Thanks in advance.

[Golfwise]

Love them.I've had heaps oops I mean lots in the past.
I have a 5 speed that will fit but you will have to modify your own mounts.
$400 plus freight.
15by 6 wheels shouldn't be hard to come by

[imported_brackie]

If you have the $$$s.. then grab it. A Passat Mk1 with a 5 speed is very desirable.
And welcome to our community! Most of our users have Golfs, but many of us (myself included) have had Passats in the days when you needed a bit more room for the kids and we loved them (both).
Post us some pics when you get a chance.

[Golf Loon]

Surely an audi 5 cylinder engine and 5 speed is the ulitmate upgrade for your passat? Early audis are peanuts to buy these days, might even work out cheaper than buying just a gearbox.

[imported_brackie]

Can't see the Audi 5cyl fitting. Too long.

[Golf Loon]

No it fits, you need the audi offset radiator too.

[vinderliker]

Thanks for replying. How much would freight cost from Tassie to Canberra?

[Golfwise]

Don't know but anything over $50 and I'll cover it