T25 Westfalia 1.6. Diesel

[ady]

Currently searching for a decent Westy. Looked at quite a number nut been very disappointed at the rust issues. Have located a decent one but its a 1.6 Diesel. Have heard so many stories about this engine thats its rubbish due to being so slow and powerless. What is the honest opinion about this engine in a Westy? Thanks in anticipation.

[kit]

It is very slow and as you say gutless however it is all but bullet proof and embarrassingly economical.

[ady]

When you say guttless, do they do ok on a motorway or are they a risk. For example can they reach 60/70 mph?

[kevtherev]

Slow lane 50 55 is safe.

[ady]

Slow lane 50 55 is safe.

Is that the max speed they are capable of?

[tyneside-t25]

Mine is a 1.6D ady,,it will probably max out at about 60 mph but it'll be screaming its whats-its off, cruise at 50/55 mph & they're fine. On the plus side you could expect 30+ mpg... I do, & its a high top. good luck with you're search.

[rikg24]

70/75 max perfect 65 all day long that my westy jx

[ady]

Cheers guys, think i'll take a trip to view. Will keep you posted

[GrahamL]

Just returned from a round trip(4060 kms) to Italy and back via the Alps- St Bernards Pass (2450mt above sea level) on the way there and the return via the Great Alps Pass, including a 20 bend hairpin to boot.
With patience the 1.6TD took both routes in its stride with a good quantity of oil.
Yes.....for me top speed is 60mph
Regards
Graham

[Oldiebut goodie]

A 1.6td has more power than a 1.6d.