Date: Sat, 1 Jan 2000 17:48:00 -0800
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From: "MOST,DAVID" <most@UCLA.EDU>
Subject: '82 diesel westfalia - $1200/obo
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I made an impulse decision the other day to purchase an '82 diesel westy
(I've always thought it would be fun to have one), but as I already have
two vanagons, I would like to sell the diesel. In addition, as I live in
the San Gabriel mountains at the moment, it's not an ideal vehicle.
Anyway, I couldn't afford to insure three cars. There are
some good and bad points, so I'll try to cover it all here.
The good:
engine runs and idles well, (no missing, bucking or jerking)
Tranny is good
Stove and fridge work and are in good shape
All tables, curtains, rear cushion, upper bed cushion are present and
in good condition
Interior carpets and fabric are all fine.
pop-top in good shape including canvas
all locks work including glove compartment
swivel seats work
cheap am/fm cassette stereo
wipers, lights, cabin lights all working
all glass is good
Maintenance manual, fridge and stove manuals
The bad:
has clutch shudder from dead stop in first gear (shifts smoothly
throughout all gear though)
has had a fair amount of bondo work on front and rear, BUT body looks
pretty straight.
However, it probably had some sort of accident with a prior owner
(if there is any significant rust, I don't see it)
other minor leaks that are typical of this model
Front blower fan doesn't come on
Rear closet cabinet missing
Missing owner's manual
pop-top seal starting to come off
I just drove it on a 150 mile trip without any problems. It's light
yellow on the outside with the brown and green plain interior. The
appliances are the light beige color.
Despite the clutch shudder when starting out in first gear, it drives
comfortably and cruises nicely without incident at 65 on the highway. I
live in the mountains where it's hilly and cold, so this model is not well
suited for me. As I said, I really purchased this on an impulse, and I
think two vanagons are really enough. I've been on
this list for 5 years now, and this addiction sometimes gets the better of
me.
I'm asking $1200 or best offer, and I will consider all offers. I don't
really want to part it out, so if you want some major parts, perhaps you
could drive it away, take some parts and sell the rest. However, if
you're somewhat mechanically inclined, you could make a few minor repairs
and have a good camper to beat around in without worrying
about it much. I would think it to be great for a trip south of the
border.
The camper's located in Wrightwood, CA, but with some advance notice, I
could show it anywhere between Los Angeles and Victorville.
Call or e-mail for additional information and/or any questions (760)
249-1257.
Thanks,
David
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