Date: Sat, 1 Oct 2016 15:55:17 -0700
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From: turbotransporter <ramblinvan@GMAIL.COM>
Subject: Re: For Sale: 1982 VW Vanagon Westfalia - NEW 1.6 Diesel engine
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No issue with the price, I hope they get it. I do have an issue with the list of fixes needed because at that price there should be none.
Andrew
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> On Oct 1, 2016, at 10:06 AM, Christin Fieber <fieber.christin@GOOGLEMAIL.COM> wrote:
>
> For complete ad with pictures see ad here:
>
> https://vancouver.craigslist.ca/van/cto/5805247810.html
>
> or read ad text directly here:
>
> We are selling our 1982 Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia 1.6 Diesel - 7500 km
> on new engine, great shape, excellent condition - as we are leaving Canada
> after having an incredible summer road trip throughout the country.
>
> In August we had the engine rebuild completely by a Volkswagen Westfalia
> specialist. The engine therefore just has 7,500 km, runs very smooth with
> low fuel consumption (7.5 l on 100 km) on 90 kmh average easy riding.
> Moreover this specialist completely checked and prepared it in order to
> ensure the success of our big road trip.
>
> Paperwork on rebuilding is available (including a 2 year warranty of all
> respective parts!) as well as of all repairs within the last years dating
> back to the original owner that brought it from Germany to BC. Naturally
> all necessary services and minor repairs were taken care of regularly which
> we can go through in person.
> Please text (416 705-3182) or reply to this message.
>
> Driving:
> - 1.6 l Diesel (rebuilt by VW specialist in August 2016)
> - 7,500 km with new engine (303,000 km in total)
> - bill with 2 years warranty available
> - frequently made services (oil changes, etc.)
> - all cockpit appliances work
> - exterior without damages, nearly no rust
> - tires (all terrain) in great condition
> - radio (incl. CD & aux)
> - car jack, implemented spare wheel, fire estinguisher, steering wheel lock
> available
>
> Camping:
> - interior facilities are original, very clean, no major damages
> - sleeps 4 (foldout rear bench & pop-up tent)
> - 2 adjustable tables
> - all original curtains for complete sight coverage (incl. front curtain &
> rear bug net) are in place
> - all interior camping facilities work:
> + fridge (on both propane or electricity)
> + cooking appliances (on propane)
> + interior heating (on diesel)
> + electricity supply (on exterior electricity supply or battery)
> + wash sink (on battery)
> + lots of storage and hiding space (you'd be surprised)
>
> History:
> - imported from Germany to BC several years ago
> - bought in BC and brought to Quebec by former owner
> - bought by us in Montreal in July 2016
> - all repair bills of this history available
>
> This van is in excellent condition and has been treated with care. All
> repairs in regards of the interior were made with original pieces to keep
> its originality and authenticity. Unfortunately we have to leave Canada
> earlier then expected and therefore would rather sell the car fully
> equipped, including a package of rather new camping accessories (bought in
> June/July), consisting of:
> - bike rack for up to 3 bikes
> - complete kitchen supplies: plates, pots, pan, kettle, french press,
> cutting board, cutlery, cups, wine glases, etc.
> - camping seats
> - portable BBQ
> - canadian tire toolset
> - clean IKEA canopy
> - clean IKEA carpet
> - clean IKEA bed linen, blankets and pillows
> - IKEA solar lamp
> - street map Canada, USA, Mexico
>
> To be transparent, here are the minor flaws:
> - little rip on the rear bench fabrique
> - tiny rips in the upper mosquito net
> - one little interior foil damage in the back
> - pop up tent shows some signs of age, but works properly, is clean, and
> has no holes (see images)
> - no backup battery (as we never needed one, but easy to install as all
> necessities and plug ins available)
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