It takes a special breed to build a VW capable of both the mild and the wild, and Chris Askounis has the bragging rights to claim his title. His Lotus White 1966 Type III Notch powered by a 1915cc, a popular engine configuration for power and reliability, is as comfortable tackling the streets of Sydney as it is tearing up the quarter mile. In February last year, Chris packed his tools and lunch, drove out to the VW Sydney Showdown, set a respectable 14.71@89.81mph in street trim, packed up and drove home in time for dinner. Kudos! Chris loves the unique look of the Type III Notchies and the fact that there are no longer many early examples still around makes his car a very rare breed. He bought his Notch through Vintage VeeDub Supplies in Campsie. It was an original, clean car, and an almost era-perfect Notch in every way.

    

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