Date:         Fri, 20 Jul 2012 11:01:27 -0600
Reply-To:     Paul Chubbuck <paul@STILLSTONEVISIONS.COM>
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From:         Paul Chubbuck <paul@STILLSTONEVISIONS.COM>
Subject:      What's my Westy worth?
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I would appreciate educated opinions about the selling value of my Westy.  I
have not quite decided for sure to sell it but would like to know first what
I could get.



Here's the details.



.         1982 VW Westfalia with all camper options, 160,000 mileage, runs
well, all functions normally

.         Engine (originally diesel) converted by previous owner to a Fox or
Rabbit 1.8L with approx. 40,000 mileage.  Engine works fine.  Uses a little
oil, but compression good.  I have been told by my mechanic that it was a
well-done conversion job.

.         Transmission is fine.  Clutch replaced 2 years ago

.         Added radio/CD deck with 4 speakers recently

.         Added skylight (not original with this model year)

.         Added fan vent in roof to reduce heat buildup while stationery

.         2 battery system (2nd for camper options) with electronic
"splitter"

.         Upholstery and tent replaced approx. 10 years ago, both in good
condition

.         Heavy duty tires with most of tread left

.         Original Dometic refrigerator works with all 3 options. I have had
it apart and successfully restored its full function.  It cools well and I
actually improved design of vent and added remote thermometer sensors to
track fridge temp.

.         Propane tank was replaced about 10 years ago

.         2 burner range works great

.         Water tank, pump, sink all work

.         Original booster heater still in place.  I had it working on
gasoline a few years ago, but not now.  Could definitely be restored by a
competent person.

.         Include catalytic internal propane heater I installed which makes
interior nice and toasty on cold nights. Can either run off normal onboard
tank or auxiliary portable tank

.         Original paint job (brown) is in fair condition.  I have done spot
painting to avoid rusting.

.         All window glass intact and working (rolling or sliding)

.         All curtains present, including curtains for front windshield and
for sliding door



That's all I can think of right now that's relevant.



Thanks,

Paul