Editor's Choice Winner: Kyle Cross 1971 Volkswagen Squareback

Editor's Choice Winner: Kyle Cross 1971 Volkswagen Squareback

An air-cooled car on air ride suspension was at the forefront of Kyle Cross’ mind for years. In fact, the first car he ever purchased was a 1971 VW Super Beetle, and he had been hooked on the lifestyle since then. The low and slow appeal of the car stands out anywhere, and for good reason. Just look at this thing! The Battleship Grey liquid wrap, the sound of the 1915cc Type 3 engine swap with an Engle 100 cam and Weber dual carbs, the CIP1 Flying Cross wheels - this is old school cool in VW form. We absolutely love it.

1 2020 PASMAG T365 St Louis Editors Choice Kyle Cross 1971 Volkswagen Squareback

2020 TUNING 365 TOUR @ FORMULA DRIFT: ST LOUIS
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Photography by Jacob Peters (@automotive_aperature), PASMAG

 

ESSENTIALS

Owner: Kyle Cross
Vehicle: 1971 Volkswagen Squareback
Location: St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Horsepower: 80 whp

SOCIAL

Facebook: /dangerouslyuntanned
Instagram: @kylecrossphotography

ENGINE

  • 1915cc Type 3 engine
  • Engle 100 cam
  • Weber dual 34mm carburetors

EXHAUST

  • Empi high-flow exhaust

WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES

  • CIP1 Flying Cross wheels - 15-inch
  • Continental all season tires

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION

  • Custom air suspension system

EXTERIOR

  • Battleship Grey liquid wrap

INTERIOR

  • Empi custom steering wheel + Scat Double T shifter + Endo CVT air tank

PHOTO GALLERY
2 2020 PASMAG T365 St Louis Editors Choice Kyle Cross 1971 Volkswagen Squareback
4 2020 PASMAG T365 St Louis Editors Choice Kyle Cross 1971 Volkswagen Squareback

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