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Sat Mar 19, 2005 4:17 pm

Just got a phone call of a guy offering me a 1951 Bus. Since I am only into Split Bugs, I would appreciate if you could tell me what these busses are worth. Still havent seen it, but from what I heard its in need of a complete resto but its complete. What is such a thing worth? Any ideas? Thank you very much for your help!

Sat Mar 19, 2005 5:20 pm

it's worth alot if it doesn't have alot of
cancer and the correct parts
even w/o that stuff your still looking
at a couple grand

Sat Mar 19, 2005 5:37 pm

It all depends on the condition. If it's complete I would say at least $2000 US since that is probably the minimum "parts value".

I would get the VIN # first and make sure it's a '51.

If you want me to look over photos or provide a detailed breakdown since you are not a Bus person, feel free to email me at [email protected]

Contrary to most of the opinions on here, there are not people out trying to steal it from you, especially when you live outside the USA

Sat Mar 19, 2005 7:01 pm

Quote: Contrary to most of the opinions on here, there are not people out trying to steal it from you, especially when you live outside the USA

i agree - plenty of truly "friendly advice" can be found at this very site.

Sat Mar 19, 2005 8:30 pm

It still wouldnt be a good idea to tell it's exact location. Lets see some pictures!

Sat Mar 19, 2005 9:01 pm

1951 is a VERY early bus.
Could be worth alot, again depending upon condition.

(Why don't I ever get a phone call like this?)

Sun Mar 20, 2005 1:12 pm

Still havent seen them, but the guy is now not really sure if he wants to sell it. He says he has a 52' ambulance too. Too much to believe maybe. If I get the chance to get some pics I will post them here. I hope this is all not fake.

Sun Mar 20, 2005 3:31 pm

It also depends on how early a 51 this bus is it could be worth big $$$$ :D

Mon Mar 21, 2005 3:35 am

49barndoor wrote: It also depends on how early a 51 this bus is it could be worth big $$$$ :D

Forget how early in 51, what about what model it is :?

Mon Mar 21, 2005 7:51 pm

krusher wrote: 49barndoor wrote: It also depends on how early a 51 this bus is it could be worth big $$$$ :D

Forget how early in 51, what about what model it is :?

Granted but its guna be a kombi or a panel in it?

Thu Jul 07, 2005 11:59 pm

This is what I finally got...

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/album_page.php?pic_id=216334

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/album_page.php?pic_id=216331

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/album_page.php?pic_id=216333

I have no clue about these buses, any info will be appreciated =)

Fri Jul 08, 2005 12:08 am

Looks like an Ambulance.

Please post the VIN #.

Fri Jul 08, 2005 1:09 am

Fri Jul 08, 2005 4:43 am

that bus was for sale here in the classifieds.. he offered me the bus too. it was in so. america. good luck with it. we were talking about less than $3,000.

Fri Jul 08, 2005 5:10 am

Loks like a fair bit of work and money to sort out to me.

Fri Jul 08, 2005 3:46 pm

That bus is in Argentina, I talk to the guy who sold it to the current owner, the buses down here in South America need a lot of work, they have been worked haaaaaaard, also remember the shipping costs((about $2,000) and customs brokering in the U.S. ($500.00), how much is a bus like this worth???it is worth whatever someone is willing to pay for it.

Fri Jul 08, 2005 5:06 pm

It's a rare non barndoor Barndoor! LMFAO

Fri Jul 08, 2005 5:16 pm

EverettB wrote: If it's complete I would say at least $2000 US since that is probably the minimum "parts value".

Is that a typo or a joke?

Fri Jul 08, 2005 5:23 pm

Towel Rail wrote: EverettB wrote: If it's complete I would say at least $2000 US since that is probably the minimum "parts value".
Is that a typo or a joke?
Neither. For example, there is probably $2000 worth of parts on any complete Barndoor. Front end, rear end, brake parts, speedo, pedals, some body metal, ...

What was your actual question?

Fri Jul 08, 2005 5:25 pm

You're right Ev, just may take years to sell it all off as those are the same parts everybody has for sale!