Sacto Mitch posted:
Art posted:The customary curly-q wire from the alternator to/ thru the fire wall is missing. That is how I would usually identify a VS motor.
VS stopped doing that around 2012, I think (at least my 2013 had a more conventional looking wire to the B+ terminal). OP says the car was originally delivered in 2017.
Judging from the single-barrel carbs, the carb linkage, and a few other details in the engine photo, this looks typical VS for around that time. Dunno if it's a 1600 or 1915.
Would strongly suggest having an experienced air-cooled VW dude check out the engine, transaxle, and the whole car before making a deposit. This may cost a Benjamin or two, but will probably save money and grief in the long run.
I had a guy who has worked on VWs for 30 years inspect it. Said the gas pedal was stiff and it leaked a little oil. Other than that, said it was in fine condition.