Add my name to the ranks of new/used owners over the weekend I scored a 1984 Vanagon GL for $1,600. I thought it was kind of on the cheap side, when I did the checks everything was ok. After the test drive coolant was leaking from both sides of the engine (looking from the rear bumper front under the bus. I can only imagine that this means Head gasket failure and is going to cost me up the whazoo. Also the water warning light was acting weird as well (see earlier post: Wacky Warning Light). The owner wanted 2,800 for it and I said this is was I was going to pay him. To be honest, I am good with small engine repairs (I had a Rabbit GTI and worked on it) This is way-way outta my league. Can anyone give me a ballpark (can we say that since they're on strike?) figure on the repairs? Just so I have an idea of the shock to expect. Any local quotes (Chicago area) are cool to. Thanks in advance (Since I'm sure I'll be here alot!) Matt msanner@interaccess.com
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