Date: Wed, 15 May 2002 12:25:05 -0700
Reply-To: Karl Wolz <wolzphoto@WORLDNET.ATT.NET>
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From: Karl Wolz <wolzphoto@WORLDNET.ATT.NET>
Subject: Re: Seeking Advice
Sorry to hear of the issues surrounding the sale.
I'll pretty much agree with Ben, though a Syncro Westy is rare enough that
it'll probably hold a chunk of its value (more than I can afford,
unfortunately) - perhaps $5 - 7K (I'm really shooting from the hip, here)?
Is there any rust? This, at least to me, would have a huge affect on the
value.
If you want to get the biggest return, I think it would be advisable to do
those repairs which are going to make it functional, so it can at least be
test driven, etc. That may actually involve removing the front axles.
I would like to see any recent photos you have.
wolzphoto@worldnet.att.net
Thanks,
Karl Wolz
----- Original Message -----
From: "Robin Davies" <rodavies@FACSTAFF.WISC.EDU>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Wednesday, May 15, 2002 11:00 AM
Subject: Seeking Advice
> Hey Vanamaniacs,
>
> Former lister(still have my Vanagon@Lenti sticker) back for some advice.
>
> My Syncro Westie (Leslie-1987 edition). Is having some front end
> problems and I am planning on letting her go. It seems the CV joints
> need to be replaced and the drive and differential are also showing
> signs of old age. Leslie had a complete VW rebuilt longblock
> installed 30k miles ago. Current mileage is at 83k. All the camping
> components work great. Fuel gauge sending unit doesn't work. A/C
> hasn't been recharged in forever and I'm sure the seals are shot, but
> it never worked great anyway. Goodrich AT sneakers are pretty worn
> out. Has the Projektzwo foglight/grill installed. Sony CD player and
> Sony speakers all around. I also have extra brand new front shocks
> and a skylight (uninstalled) and a used propane tank (also
> uninstalled). Have another longblock(boat anchor) too for that
> matter. The other big fault on Leslie is that the PO punched a major
> gouge in the drivers side by the camping hook-ups. Doesn't effect
> performance, but it ain't pretty.
>
> Question then is what do ya'll suppose she is worth as is? Anybody
> interested? I can provide pix and I have all the documentation on
> repair history.
>
> or
>
> Should I fork over the big bucks and get her running smooth again and
> then try to sell? This to me is always risky as the investment I make
> may not come back in my favor.
>
> And the response: "fix the van and keep driving her" is not a
> reasonable option. Leslie must go due to "family" breakup scenario
> that is so common in America now a days...
>
> All suggestions/offers are welcome.
>
> R.
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