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Bill Sullivan
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Joined: January 18, 2012
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Location: Georgetown, SC
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 Posted: Wed Nov 05, 2014 2:37 pm Post subject: Wild Westerner |
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As for myself, I have no problem with modifications, or themes.
In fact i would encourage diversity.
The only think that would ruffle my feathers would be an exterior colors change. That is the only thing that sets it apart from from the rest.
I'm happy that it found a good home and also that you will remain an active part of this movement.
May all the Wild Westerners ride again. 
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VW Its a family thing !!!
2002 Snap Orange Turbo Beetle (Daughter)
1973 Wild Westerner (Son) Vin #2232203230... Production Date Monday May 14, 1973 *** Destination Portland, Or.
Card Carrying Member of the International Wild Westerner Club
America (65) - Austria (1) -Canada (1)- Denmark (1) - France (1)- Germany (5) - Mexico (4) - The Netherlands (2) Portugal (1) - United Kingdom (3) |
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Collie
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Location: Virginia
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| dumptruckface wrote: |
| i will drink to that all day long, am i going to get ousted tho if i lower my westerner slightly and add some non stock porsche fuch alloys? |
Just don't change the colour scheme or you WILL be banned for life 
I love lowered buses, and if done right they can be put back to stock easily....go for it!! |
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dumptruckface
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Location: somerset uk
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CHANGE THE COLOUR !!! i for one would punch myself in the face at even the thought....absolutely not, no way, never i love the colours!!
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1957 15 window split screen
1960 Karmann Ghia Coupe
1973 T2 Wild Westerner!
1987 T3 Caravelle
1988 T3 single cab syncro
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dumptruckface
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here she is in her new home, amongst friends 
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1957 15 window split screen
1960 Karmann Ghia Coupe
1973 T2 Wild Westerner!
1987 T3 Caravelle
1988 T3 single cab syncro
1990 T3 Karmann Gipsy |
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Collie
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Location: Virginia
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| I think I just fainted. |
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cdennisg
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Location: Sandpoint, ID
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That syncro single cab just made me happy. That is the only vanagon I would own.
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dumptruckface
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Location: somerset uk
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i have just finished a full restoration on the single cab, and just bought this double cab from the arctic circle! all original with one owner from new
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1957 15 window split screen
1960 Karmann Ghia Coupe
1973 T2 Wild Westerner!
1987 T3 Caravelle
1988 T3 single cab syncro
1990 T3 Karmann Gipsy |
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vwwolfsburg
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Joined: October 14, 2009
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Location: Augsburg / Germany
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vwwolfsburg
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Joined: October 14, 2009
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Location: Augsburg / Germany
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Hi, i have now new photos from my WW in Germany.
only any Little restworks i must do inside. Next year on 1.Mai 2015 i want go the Maikäfertreffen in Hannover/Germany
www.kaefertreffen.de
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Bill Sullivan
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Joined: January 18, 2012
Posts: 878
Location: Georgetown, SC
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| Posted: Sun Nov 09, 2014 3:45 pm Post subject: WW |
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The Playars are in the house...
Nice Job Gents ...
I guess now when we have a reunion we will need a satellite hookup.
Streaming Live I believe they call that.
Just so happens its five o'clock here, so here is to you guys (bottoms up) !
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VW Its a family thing !!!
2002 Snap Orange Turbo Beetle (Daughter)
1973 Wild Westerner (Son) Vin #2232203230... Production Date Monday May 14, 1973 *** Destination Portland, Or.
Card Carrying Member of the International Wild Westerner Club
America (65) - Austria (1) -Canada (1)- Denmark (1) - France (1)- Germany (5) - Mexico (4) - The Netherlands (2) Portugal (1) - United Kingdom (3) |
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Bill Sullivan
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Joined: January 18, 2012
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Location: Georgetown, SC
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| Posted: Sat Nov 22, 2014 6:58 am Post subject: Wild Westerner |
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For those of you whom have recently joined us, here is a recap.
We gave birth to this forum on September 10 2012, in an effort to locate/save
and revive all remaining Wild Westerners as well as, solve the mystery of its creation.
So far we have information that there are approximately 65 still here although most are in the western States and many are not driveable at this time. d
As a result of our efforts the word has spread, and we now have Wild Westerners in Canada, Germany, Mexico, The United Kingdom.
Many have found new homes in the USA because of our efforts and I want to thanks everyone that has contributed to Noble Cause.
The mystery of the creation had been heatedly debated with no conclusive answer as to why and still remains a mystery.
After reviewing some of the earlier posts i would like for you on the left to place ads in the craigslists or any other free source that you may have to try and locate any individual that may have been associated with Riviera Motors.
What we seeking:
How many Wild Westerners were produced.
A list of serial numbers.
The reason of the creation of this Mystical Magical Mystery Machine.
Extra Turkey and Dressing for anyone that can provide any new information.
It would be of great help if someone will post the m-code decoder link.
I'm compiling a list of states that we currently have Wild Westerners for the purpose of redistribution (have you heard that before). This redistribution is a good thing. Our goal is to have a Wild Westerner running and driving in every state .
In the mean time I'm going to get tore-up from the floor-up.
Don't forget to take your pets for ride they like getting out too.
Peace Out.
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VW Its a family thing !!!
2002 Snap Orange Turbo Beetle (Daughter)
1973 Wild Westerner (Son) Vin #2232203230... Production Date Monday May 14, 1973 *** Destination Portland, Or.
Card Carrying Member of the International Wild Westerner Club
America (65) - Austria (1) -Canada (1)- Denmark (1) - France (1)- Germany (5) - Mexico (4) - The Netherlands (2) Portugal (1) - United Kingdom (3) |
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Bill Sullivan
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Joined: January 18, 2012
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Location: Georgetown, SC
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| Posted: Mon Nov 24, 2014 3:05 pm Post subject: Wild Westerner |
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Kan anyone of you computer savvy folks
Please post the link to the M Code decoder?
Thank You in Advance...
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VW Its a family thing !!!
2002 Snap Orange Turbo Beetle (Daughter)
1973 Wild Westerner (Son) Vin #2232203230... Production Date Monday May 14, 1973 *** Destination Portland, Or.
Card Carrying Member of the International Wild Westerner Club
America (65) - Austria (1) -Canada (1)- Denmark (1) - France (1)- Germany (5) - Mexico (4) - The Netherlands (2) Portugal (1) - United Kingdom (3) |
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busdaddy
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Joined: February 12, 2004
Posts: 51149
Location: Surrey B.C. Canada, but thinking of Ukraine
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There's an assortment of them part way down in the FAQ's at the top of the stickie section at the top of the forum page.
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Rust NEVER sleeps and stock never goes out of style.
Please don't PM technical questions, ask your problem in public so everyone can play along. If you think it's too stupid post it here
Stop dead photo links! Post your photos to The Samba Gallery!
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Tcash
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Location: San Jose, California, USA
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*** BAY WINDOW FAQS/Sticky ***
Last edited by Tcash on Sun Dec 07, 2014 10:37 am; edited 1 time in total |
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Bill Sullivan
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Location: Georgetown, SC
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Thanks TCASH
I'm guessing that is the same one. It looks different however if it works that all we need.
If everyone will take the numbers on the m-code plate behind the drivers seat and insert them in the decoder this will give you detailed info on your bus.
If you don't mind share the Destination and Production Date with us as you see below on my avatar. This will us help determine where most Wild Westerners were distributed throughout the USA.
Also it would be a FUN Fact to know about your Wild Westerners past.
If you have trouble with the decoder speak up and someone will assist you.
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VW Its a family thing !!!
2002 Snap Orange Turbo Beetle (Daughter)
1973 Wild Westerner (Son) Vin #2232203230... Production Date Monday May 14, 1973 *** Destination Portland, Or.
Card Carrying Member of the International Wild Westerner Club
America (65) - Austria (1) -Canada (1)- Denmark (1) - France (1)- Germany (5) - Mexico (4) - The Netherlands (2) Portugal (1) - United Kingdom (3) |
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Bill Sullivan
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Location: Georgetown, SC
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| Posted: Tue Nov 25, 2014 8:59 am Post subject: Wild Westerner |
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Do we have anyone near Lake Elsinore, California?
We need someone to go to Interstate Wrecking and look at all the m-code tags on all the 1973 (or all type 2) buses.
We need to verify how many Wild Westerners are there and give us a condition report as well as cost and title status?
We need to stoke the fire and get these buses on the road again!!!
Currently, I'm trying to connect with the known owners on East Coast in an effort to get then road ready or sold to someone who is willing to revive them.
Chop.... Chop
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VW Its a family thing !!!
2002 Snap Orange Turbo Beetle (Daughter)
1973 Wild Westerner (Son) Vin #2232203230... Production Date Monday May 14, 1973 *** Destination Portland, Or.
Card Carrying Member of the International Wild Westerner Club
America (65) - Austria (1) -Canada (1)- Denmark (1) - France (1)- Germany (5) - Mexico (4) - The Netherlands (2) Portugal (1) - United Kingdom (3) |
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Bill Sullivan
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Location: Georgetown, SC
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Have lost contact with our friend in Wadesboro,NC that has the Safari Wild Westerner for sale and the Wild Westerner owner in Southern Florida for sale last year will not return my call. Maybe they will reappear someday?
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VW Its a family thing !!!
2002 Snap Orange Turbo Beetle (Daughter)
1973 Wild Westerner (Son) Vin #2232203230... Production Date Monday May 14, 1973 *** Destination Portland, Or.
Card Carrying Member of the International Wild Westerner Club
America (65) - Austria (1) -Canada (1)- Denmark (1) - France (1)- Germany (5) - Mexico (4) - The Netherlands (2) Portugal (1) - United Kingdom (3) |
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Collie
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Location: Virginia
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| Bill Sullivan wrote: |
| Have lost contact with our friend in Wadesboro,NC that has the Safari Wild Westerner for sale |
I will post this on the FMBC site...there are lots of stalkers, errr, members there that may know the owner. |
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ehgriffith
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Joined: November 28, 2014
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Location: Murrieta, CA
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| Posted: Sun Dec 07, 2014 10:26 am Post subject: Newb to the forum with a Wild Westerner |
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Mine is 2232-196-784. We purchased her back in 2012, and having been doing work slowly. Engine has been rebuilt and running pretty good. Fighting with electrical now. I bought this from a young guy in Irwindale, CA, but do not have much history other than that. The blue stripe was painted over, but I am ready to get a paint job back to original colors pretty soon as well. I will post some pictures soon. I am close to Lake Elsinore, and will try and stop by in the next few weeks and get the numbers from the ones that are there.
Eric and Ruth Griffith, Murreita, CA. |
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Bill Sullivan
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Location: Georgetown, SC
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Hey, hey 784 was one we have listed that on a query as unknown. Also take a look on page 80 of this forum. We have a list of sighting with no serial numbers. I'm not familiar with the west coast therefore maybe the one you have will have been listed with no serial number.
I just broke out into my Happy Dance. On chit i think I pulled something 
Its Hell to get Old.
Yes, super we need a visual at Lake Elisor Wrecking Yard.
Thanks Cuz
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VW Its a family thing !!!
2002 Snap Orange Turbo Beetle (Daughter)
1973 Wild Westerner (Son) Vin #2232203230... Production Date Monday May 14, 1973 *** Destination Portland, Or.
Card Carrying Member of the International Wild Westerner Club
America (65) - Austria (1) -Canada (1)- Denmark (1) - France (1)- Germany (5) - Mexico (4) - The Netherlands (2) Portugal (1) - United Kingdom (3) |
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