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Mon Feb 01, 2021 2:03 pm

https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/d/tacoma-1987-volkswagon-westphalia/7271018337.html

Quote: 1987 Westphalia
4 speed
Go Westys engine 37000 miles
274000 miles
New tires and wheels
Owned since 1997
A/c
I'm 83 years old, time to go
Bob

This Westy just popped up in Tacoma, WA for a cool $24,750. The seller is an older gentleman; it has been in his ownership for decades. I gave him a call with a number in mind.

Things to note that aren't in the ad:
1. He's not flexible with the price and is in no rush to sell.
2. The rebuilt GoWesty engine is a 2400CC.
3. The 4 speed manual transmission was rebuilt at this time as well.
4. It sits at a shop and anything that has ever needed to be replaced, was replaced that very moment.
5. He didn't sound all that convincing on whether or not there is rust on the body. He said he didn't think so, but I think it'd be best to see it in person.
6. I got the vibe that he would prefer local buyers.

Thu Feb 04, 2021 2:37 pm

not a bring-a-trailer auction but another auction site i've never heard of -

https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ctd/d/apple-valley-1985-volkswagen-vanagon/7272120683.html

Thu Feb 04, 2021 3:58 pm

jayinduluth wrote: not a bring-a-trailer auction but another auction site i've never heard of -

https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ctd/d/apple-valley-1985-volkswagen-vanagon/7272120683.html

at that site your money will go faster than that Vanagon.

Thu Feb 04, 2021 4:51 pm

jayinduluth wrote: not a bring-a-trailer auction but another auction site i've never heard of -

https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ctd/d/apple-valley-1985-volkswagen-vanagon/7272120683.html

Great pics!
And what a great idea for the custom paint-job... Just buy some duct tape and bang, silver stripe !

Fri Feb 05, 2021 7:34 am

VicVan wrote: jayinduluth wrote: not a bring-a-trailer auction but another auction site i've never heard of -

https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ctd/d/apple-valley-1985-volkswagen-vanagon/7272120683.html

Great pics!
And what a great idea for the custom paint-job... Just buy some duct tape and bang, silver stripe !

Ugh, that poor van. They couldn't just bolt up that front right wheel and drop it off the floor jack for a photo? Hope it gets saved.

I think that silver stripe was a dealer option. Both of my '85's had it.

Fri Feb 05, 2021 10:35 am

jayinduluth wrote: not a bring-a-trailer auction but another auction site i've never heard of -

https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ctd/d/apple-valley-1985-volkswagen-vanagon/7272120683.html
Missing title, not that fun to deal with in CA. Back fees, lien, salvage title etc.

Mon Feb 15, 2021 3:10 pm

https://www.ebay.ca/itm/1989-Volkswagen-Bus-Vanago...SwraBgGLIH

'89 in Vancouver, WA - Currently @ $18100usd

97000 miles, AT. very clean.

Tue Feb 16, 2021 6:06 am

This looks a fair deal to me- honest ad, no visible rust, plus the nice bluestar weekender interior. 98% sure I've been in this van at some local events and it's as clean as it looks.

https://asheville.craigslist.org/cto/d/asheville-1989-vw-vanagon/7277123293.html

Tue Feb 16, 2021 8:00 am

NorthOf50 wrote: https://www.ebay.ca/itm/1989-Volkswagen-Bus-Vanago...SwraBgGLIH

'89 in Vancouver, WA - Currently @ $18100usd

97000 miles, AT. very clean. Weird to me that its showing rust in the engine compartment...

Tue Feb 16, 2021 8:05 am

My van was similar, not quite as bad, but definitely rust speckled around the engine bay. I slapped some Mar-Hyde on it when the engine was out and moved on with my life. I regret not painting the whole thing, hah.

Tue Feb 16, 2021 7:47 pm

Cheapest drivable full Westy I've seen in a while (without kitchen rust, no less!)

https://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/d/colorado-springs-1987-westfalia/7278531301.html

Wed Feb 17, 2021 2:26 am

Jake de Villiers wrote: NorthOf50 wrote: https://www.ebay.ca/itm/1989-Volkswagen-Bus-Vanago...SwraBgGLIH

'89 in Vancouver, WA - Currently @ $18100usd

97000 miles, AT. very clean. Weird to me that its showing rust in the engine compartment...

This VW has been relisted 3+ times on ebay. First time it hit high 20s, then $18k, then relisted again just now. I don't know what is up with it but the seller seems fishy in my opinion. Very little mention of the rust. Take a look at the rocker with the sliding door open. It looks incredibly rusty. I'd stay far away from it.

Wed Feb 17, 2021 2:48 am

odecom5 wrote: Cheapest drivable full Westy I've seen in a while (without kitchen rust, no less!)

https://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/d/colorado-springs-1987-westfalia/7278531301.html

Wow, this ain't bad. Get it down to $10k maybe, and that's a solid ride. AC, engine conversion, full camper.

Did I read that correctly? It has rear airbags?

Wed Feb 17, 2021 7:25 am

it's funny what you people out west consider rust.

that sliding door track is chipped off paint.. likely from grit that wasn't cleaned out from under the roller wheel. and sure it's not perfect but can be cleaned and repainted.. it's superficial at best..

that white westy is near immaculate by eastern standards

joyfulpursuit wrote: Jake de Villiers wrote: NorthOf50 wrote: https://www.ebay.ca/itm/1989-Volkswagen-Bus-Vanago...SwraBgGLIH

'89 in Vancouver, WA - Currently @ $18100usd

97000 miles, AT. very clean. Weird to me that its showing rust in the engine compartment...

This VW has been relisted 3+ times on ebay. First time it hit high 20s, then $18k, then relisted again just now. I don't know what is up with it but the seller seems fishy in my opinion. Very little mention of the rust. Take a look at the rocker with the sliding door open. It looks incredibly rusty. I'd stay far away from it.

Sat Feb 20, 2021 12:41 am

Looking for some insight from some vanagon pros... Found this for sale locally in socal

It isn't titled or smogged in CA but owner said he has a new exhaust with a catalytic converter.

Thu Feb 25, 2021 10:36 pm

https://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=2454944

this is brilliant!

Thu Feb 25, 2021 11:20 pm

Subtle

Fri Feb 26, 2021 8:09 am

https://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=2455063

Typical kitchen rust, and needs some brake work, but the interior seems to be in really good shape. Price seems very fair, if not on the low side. Someone who can repair the seam rust and address the brake overhaul could have a nice running driving full Westy for under $10k.

Fri Feb 26, 2021 11:17 am

unknown force wrote: Looking for some insight from some vanagon pros... Found this for sale locally in socal

....

It isn't titled or smogged in CA but owner said he has a new exhaust with a catalytic converter.

Aircooled
Has quite a bit of rust.
Doesn't look great... kind of like it may have been sitting for a while
Needs to be smogged.
If it runs I'd offer like 6-8k in Socal

Mon Mar 01, 2021 12:12 am

This one looks promising for $18k OBO:

https://chico.craigslist.org/cto/d/chico-1987-westfalia-vanagon/7284140133.html

Quote: 1987 Westfalia Vanagon. 160,670 miles (might go up since I enjoy using it)

EFI with 4speed manual

rare A/C

long bars up top- carry your surf board, kyaks or canoe

custom rear bumper with 3" receiver

comfortable clean seats no rips or wear marks

custom aluminum door panels and sliding door panels

CD radio

Clean history - check out vehiclehistory.com

In 2016 got new: high quality paint 2 coats with clear - good for another 20 years
—- new 3 window pop top canvas tent
—- new skylight
—-Go Westy Style Texture coating on lower part of body and bumpers
—--Interior was removed, steam cleaned and cabinets repainted
—- new Go Westy all weather rubber mats, center console with 4 cup holders
—- new secondary battery system

clean and always maintained

good tires

Reason for selling: too many shinny toys

licened and insured

drives vunderbar
Email me, once I know you are a real and we have an intelligible correspondence, I’ll give you my number and we can set a meet.

*Scammers* Don’t ask for a lower price right off the bat - I won’t respond. Not interested in anything for it but money. Thank you.