Date:         Tue, 16 Apr 2013 10:22:37 -0400
Reply-To:     Jeff Lincoln <magikvw@GMAIL.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Jeff Lincoln <magikvw@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Part out or Sell - your opinions
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I have a friend who has an '85 GL hard top he is looking to get rid of.
It's just a thought at this point and he is debating selling it as is or
parting it out.

We've already done some quick and dirty math - and it's worth more $ as
parts. Still, it's a tough decision and I told him I'd get the general
thoughts of the list for him.

Details:
'85 GL hard Top
Original Engine - 100k-125k Miles
Manual Trans

Good:
New Stainless Coolant pipes
Great condition Tan Interior (GL rear seat and also a bed seat from an '86)
New Brakes
New Gas Tank and seals
Good trans
No coolant leaks
Good Running engine (but there are some issues see below)


Bad:
Seam rust is getting a bit significant
Major oil leak (could be main seal - not sure
A bit crusty (rusty) underneath from sitting)
Needs exhaust work (j-pipe rusted through)
Hasn't been driven regularly in about 5-7 years - mostly sitting

I know geography can effect these types of decisions too - we are in
Michigan - So the rust issue might be perceived as terrible in other places
- for this area I'd say it's mild to medium.

I would never consider parting out a Vanagon in most situations - this one
however is boarderline. It's absolutely worth more as parts and scrap than
as a whole. Just looking for your insight :)



Thanks,

Jeff
'85 GL (Gertie)
'78 Bus (Melissa) Patty's Bus