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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.

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

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

Slow lane 50 55 is safe.

kevtherev wrote:Slow lane 50 55 is safe.

Is that the max speed they are capable of?

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.

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

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

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

A 1.6td has more power than a 1.6d.