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1981 Puma GTI 4 SaleE in Toronto Canada

1981 Puma GTI 4 SaleE in Toronto Canada

,i have an 1981GTI 90,000kms,that runs great,needs a little cosmetic work,minor body,and paint.other wise the car is in good mechanical condition,asking.$2,500.O.B.O, ive owned it since 1994.if u are interested,u may contact me gunlord@hotmail.com

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Last Post: Jan 31, 2009 1:08pm
by fred

Jim Schield

Used carpeting set?

Anyone keep their old carpeting? I need a set to make a pattern. Best regards, Jim

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Last Post: Jan 13, 2009 5:51am
by Alan d'Escragnol...

joão santiago

caburator solex 40

i need someone to help me with the components of my two solex 40. my engine is an air cooled 1800cc and has a engle w 110 and 40 and 36 admission a exhaust valves, thank you for rour help

Views: 722 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 12, 2009 6:09am
by joao santiago

Jim Schield

Center console?

Anyone have an extra center console? This was missing on my Puma (along with most everything else!) Best regards, Jim

Views: 728 Replies: 1

Last Post: Dec 29, 2008 5:26am
by Gambini Alex

Sandro

Puma clip from Brazil

At friends Pumeiros I made a clip and that is hosted on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/ssmarca I think that you want to see him. Greetings, Sandro.

Views: 733 Replies: 1

Last Post: Dec 16, 2008 4:45pm
by Jamie

Jamie

Merry Christmas

Hi All I just wanted to say Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to one and all. Thanks for any and all the help in the past and future. And let use all keep our Pumas alive. Merry Christmas Jamie

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Last Post: Dec 14, 2008 12:27pm
by Archie Paice

Jim Schield

Happy Thanksgiving!

Maybe by next Thanksgiving my Puma will on the road. That would be something to be thankful for!

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Last Post: Dec 1, 2008 3:54am
by Jim Schield

Jesse

For Sale: Vent window rubber gaskets GTI/GTE

Hi all, I'm still finding parts in my garage I never installed on my Puma GTI. I just found the set of vent window rubber window gaskets I bought from Purring Pumas ahwiule back. These are the rubber pieces that hold the fixed triangle-shaped door vent window. I'm...

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Last Post: Nov 29, 2008 8:31pm
by Jesse

Russ J.

Rear Seats?

This may be a stupid question, but here goes: I am looking at a Puma that needs quite a bit of restoration. I'm thinking that I would like to have a small jump seat in the rear for occasional use by my 8-year-old. Is this possible? Puma's are very unique and I'm g...

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Last Post: Nov 29, 2008 8:27pm
by Jesse

Lars

WTB early PUMA GT or GTE

Looking for a early PUMA GT or GTE. Driveable condition would be nice but not necessary. Anyone know of one for sale? Thanks!

Views: 683 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 15, 2008 6:57pm
by '81 PUMA GTI 4 S...

Jamie

Resister?

Hi All Has anyone seen a flat plate with two wires coming off it connected to a resister of some kind.I don't know what or if it was connected to anything. It was to the left of the steering column up under the dash. I can email a pic to anyone that needs to see...

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Last Post: Nov 1, 2008 7:35pm
by David Riedle

Tom laing

hey!

Hey everyone! I am new to the forums, as i just purchased a 1981 GTI. The car is all there, but needs work and i look forward to getting it on the road. Larry Puffer told me about this site so i figured id post and say hello. I am also wondering ifanyone can tell me...

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Last Post: Oct 18, 2008 9:15am
by David Riedle

Jamie

Bob Sparks?

Anyone know anything about Bob Sparks? Is this guy for real, I heard he owns 12 Puma.Is he still around? Jamie

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Last Post: Oct 17, 2008 7:49am
by Larry Puffer

mike

need puma parts

hi all just bougtt a puma 1981 gti im looking to buy all rubbers and seals for all windows doors and hatches also wondering if i can buy headlight clear covers with chrome rings id also like to buy a front spoiler id buy any gti parts i can find in...

Views: 719 Replies: 4

Last Post: Oct 16, 2008 6:14pm
by Brandon Nelson

marikus pool

watercooled engine

how uncommon is it to change the original engine in a puma with a watercooled engine with a radiator in front? I bought one in bad condition and i am trying to source original parts as far as i can, but replacing the engine will cost 3 times more than i paid for the...

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Last Post: Oct 9, 2008 9:48am
by Jesse

Larry

Ontario Canada Cruise

Guys anyone headed to the end of summer cruise put on by Tuned Perfection Sunday October 5th, from Burlington to lake Belwood by Fergus. My wife and are planning to attend, hope the weather holds out, I would love to meet up with any other Puma people.. Regards L...

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Last Post: Oct 7, 2008 5:28pm
by Larry Puffer

David Riedle

Genuine VW valve covers for sale $18.00 shipped Priority Mail

Hey everyone. I have an extra set of unused genuine VW Type 1 valve covers for sale for only $18.00 shipped via USPS Priority Mail anywhere in the US. No bales. Stop oil leaks caused by poor quality chrome valve covers, and reduce engine temps with these brand-...

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Last Post: Sep 29, 2008 7:53pm
by David Riedle

Lesko

For Sale is 1981 Puma GTC Convertible

Hello Puma Owners, 1 OF 25 IMPORTED TO ONTARIO, CANADA (NOT KIT CAR). Car is in Canada, Ontario, Toronto Puma is all original. Everything matching numbers. Car is in running condition. VW factory rebuilt engine 149k. Last year original Puma clutch in. Need...

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Last Post: Sep 11, 2008 8:11am
by Lesko

Jim Schield

Free seat frames to a good home

Thanks to a kind Forum member, I was able to replace the frames on my 77 front seats. If you can use my old ones, I will give them to you if you pay the freight (UPS or US mail). Both bottoms need the springs replaced. I have extra replacement springs you can hav...

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Last Post: Sep 6, 2008 5:40pm
by Jim Schield

johnny

?!!!??!?!?!!? IMPORTANT FORSALE ?!?!?!?!!?

i have a puma gti 1980 forsale please contact me if u are interested i have pictures only 9k on it

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Last Post: Aug 29, 2008 1:46am
by johnny

Larry

Puma Wheels

Guys have a look at these great deal. http://london.kijiji.ca:80/c-cars-vehicles-tires-rims-5-14-Scorro-Rims-with-2-Tires-W0QQAdIdZ62272559

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Last Post: Aug 20, 2008 1:28pm
by Larry

David Riedle

Looking for dash knob for 81 GTC

Hey everybody...I'm looking for an undamaged vent knob for my 1981 GTC. Anyone have an extra one? Please email me if you have one you can get rid of. Dave Riedle

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Last Post: Aug 10, 2008 7:42pm
by David Riedle

holt

83 GTC - what's a reasonable price?

I'm totally new to Pumas. Very interesting car. Saw one for sale locally and I'm having a hard time finding pricing guidelines for these. I haven't driven it yet but it looks nice. Called the owner and he said that it runs well. Can anyone help with some info please?

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Last Post: Aug 8, 2008 4:17pm
by Jim Schield

gustavo ramirez

puma engine tin for doghouse short fan shroud

im looking for the rear engine tin behind the fan shroud. it has a round tube that connects to the fan shroud with a boot. i also need the boot.

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Last Post: Jul 29, 2008 4:13pm
by Jim Schield

Jim Schield

Parts car on Ebay

I talked to folks with the burned Puma on eBay. The car is missing many of the parts I need, but most of all, the freight to get it to the Metro Chicago area is over $1,000, plus the price of the car. To rich for me right now. The shipping companies charge extra f...

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Last Post: Jul 28, 2008 3:50pm
by Jim Schield

Larry Puffer

Vw day Ontario Canada

Anyone intrested in going to a cruise to Brantford Ontario VW dealership for a show in September, it's 9:00 to 3:00 any type of VWs. I was contacted to ask any and all Puma owners if they would like to attend. Let me know... Regards Larry.....

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Last Post: Jul 17, 2008 4:28pm
by Jamie

Larry Puffer

Master Cly

Hi Guys, I am looking for a replacement master cly for a 1981 Puma GTI. Anyone know what was used or what will fit. Mine was changed sometime ago and it appears to be from a superbeetle also the pushrod from the pedal has been modifed. Anyone know the overall lenght...

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Last Post: Jul 16, 2008 6:38pm
by Larry Puffer

Jamie

Window Regulator

Has anyone tried to change the window regulator set up? I have a couple of different regulators and I am having difficulty getting them to function. I can't seem to find one that comes close to what I need for my 81 GTI.

Views: 598 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jul 13, 2008 3:36pm
by David Riedle

Jim Schield

Anyone have a drivers side seat?

The condition of the cover doesn't really matter. I am going to have it re-covered anyway. My drivers side base is so rusty that I don't think I can save it. Jim Schield Naperville, IL

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Last Post: Jul 13, 2008 8:01am
by Jim Schield

David Riedle

Late model Puma on eBay

Hey everyone: There is a late model S2 Puma on eBay. I suspect it is the one that has been offered for a year or so by various folks, but it is, in fact, a very rare car. Here is the link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Cars-Trucks___STUNNING-VERY-RARE-PUMA-SPY...

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Last Post: Jun 19, 2008 10:18am
by David Riedle

Jamie

Wiring Harness ?

Hi All I am going to order a new wiring harness but I am not sure of the year to order that would come close to matching the column switches and other items in my 1981 Puma GTI ? Any Help Would Be Great Happy Fathers Day Jamie

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Last Post: Jun 18, 2008 7:17pm
by Larry Puffer

Jamie

Shifter

Hi Agian This is going to sound dum but I can,t seem to get my shifter nob off the shaft. I need to replace the rubber boot, not sure witch way to turn the nob it seems to be really tight?? Thanks In Advance Shifter Dummy

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Last Post: Jun 16, 2008 5:25pm
by Jamie

Rolf Muehleisen

Searching for my Canadian 1981 Puma GT

If anyone has seen or knows where to find my 1981 Puma GT sunroof coupe serial # GT1BSP10220283, please contact me at rolfm1@hotmail.com or (805)680-6961 I had sold it to a fellow whose last name is Tatta in Montreal, Canada. This was back in 1991. I would like to...

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Last Post: Jun 1, 2008 9:59am
by Rolf Muehleisen