Date: Sun, 1 Apr 2007 21:44:37 EDT
Reply-To: JordanVw@AOL.COM
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From: JordanVw@AOL.COM
Subject: Re: '86 Westy Price?
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well since your in CA, it will fetch more money.. and with the inline engine
upgrade, it will sell easier. im guessing maybe $10k ? just a ballpark..
if the mileage was less, id say more
chris
In a message dated 4/1/07 6:47:08 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
rayreinhard@GMAIL.COM writes:
>
> Volks,
>
> I have a 4-spd manual transmission '86 Westy full camper that I
> (regrettably) must part with after 16 years. Because it has 225K mi on it,
> TheSamba.com won't give me a value. The odometer doesn't tell the whole
> story, though, because I had Volks Cafe (Santa Cruz) install a Tiico engine
> and rebuilt transmission 6 yrs and 42K mi ago. (Van consistently gets 19 -
> 20 mpg and has plenty of power.)
>
> This vehicle has been lovingly cared for, serviced regularly, and has always
> "lived" in CA. Accordingly, it has absolutely no rust. In addition, the body
> is in perfect condition, with the exception of a small dent in the rear
> bumper. Anything that has ever needed repair has been promptly fixed. All
> upholstery is original, in extremely good condition, with no tears. (The
> only damage is that some of the "fuzz" has worn off on the side of the
> driver's seat.) I also found a "slide in" third seat (same color, slightly
> different pattern), so it will hold six.
>
> Sound system is all Blaupunkt (as befits a Teutonic ride): I replaced rear
> speakers, installed separates (tweeter and mid/bass) in front, subwoofer
> (imported from England) behind the driver's seat, and amp below the driver's
> seat. And, tuner/CD player, of course, is also Blaupunkt. It won't shake the
> earth, but the sound's nice and plenty powerful for the van.
>
> I installed Projektzwo fog lamps in front, which integrate perfectly w/ the
> van's look. It's wired for hands-free cell phone use, with antenna, speaker,
> and phone holder on a flexible stem (same height as gearshift). Oh, yes, I
> also have a "bra" for it.
>
> Exterior is gold, interior brown.
>
> Only known negatives:
>
> - A/C isn't working
> - Canvas could stand to be replaced (tears in mesh screen and small
> rips beginning in other areas where fabric pinches)
> - Interior light only goes on when driver's side door is opened -- not
> passenger's
> - Windows and side mirrors are manual, not power
> - Some plastic curtain hooks are broken
>
> Reasons for sale:
>
>
> - Wife & sons are "too old" for camping trips
> - Not economical enough to continue using as daily driver
>
> Appraisals, anyone?
>
> Ray Reinhard
> '86 Westy GL
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