Hi, I have a 83 and 1/2 Westy that I drove into the back of a Chevy conversion van - specifically, the spare tire mounted on the rear doors. The van nose has the imprint of the tire, but did not break the windshield or the lights (although they are now angled towards the sky). The front end was pushed in enough to where the shifter touches the dash (which is bent) while in 1st and 3rd, but does not limit the ability to shift. The van still can be driven. The van has been sitting for a year now - I finally feel flush$ enough to consider any repairs. Does anyone have any advice concerning getting the front nose replaced? Should I use it for a parts van and purchase a Westy that has a bad engine? Brief history on the van. New within the past 30k miles (all from prev owner). Clutch, heads, coolant hoses, brakes, water pump, cv joints, alternator, tires... It seems like it should be repairable, but one of the local VW dealerships considered the van totaled (although I never recieved a written estimate). If anyone has any experience with this or knows of any good VW bodyshops within the Seattle limits please let me know. Chris 83 Westy |
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