Date:         Sat, 6 Feb 1999 08:39:55 PST
Reply-To:     Mike Finkbiner <mike_l_f@HOTMAIL.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Mike Finkbiner <mike_l_f@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      The value of a thing / Speed / Insurance
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Volks -

I'm not referring to a VW Thing, but the old line from economics, "The
value of a thing is what that thing will bring".

Ron from the Bus Depot mentioned in a recent post that he had a couple
of Westys for sale, but he might wait until spring when the prices are
higher.  I have also noticed quite a few Westys for sale on the internet
recently.

Is this really a flat season, with more vehicles for sale than
interested buyers?  What have list members noticed about prices and
availability as the seasons change?

I'm curious because I haven't had many nibbles on my 83.5.  I can't sell
it until I get back from Atlanta with the '87, so I'm not in a rush, but
- am I more likely to get a good price in April or May?  If so I would
rather wait until then instead of taking the first offer that comes
along.  Comments?  Thoughts?

Speed -

Another question - As I plan my trip I have been wondering about how
fast it's reasonable to push a Westy for long distances.

To recap - In March I plan to drive an '87 Westy with the stock 2.1 from
Atlanta to Moscow, Idaho.  I'm going by way of Denver, so it's roughly
2700 miles, almost all on the freeway.  That's 41.5 hours at 65 mph, but
only 36 hours at 75 mph.

What's reasonable?  I will have just had a mechanic go through it, (and
I will have him check the fuel lines!!), but it's new to me, so I am a
little nervous about pushing the beast too hard until we get to know
each other better.

Insurance -

To follow up on the insurance thread from last month.  American States
Insurance dropped my full coverage insurance by $77 when they
reclassified my '87 as a Class B motor home.  My agent had to do a
little talking to them, but it worked.  Thanks to all who brought it
up!!

Mike Finkbiner

'83.5 Westy (For Sale)
'87 Westy (In Atlanta)


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