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PostPosted: Fri Sep 17, 2021 5:20 pm    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

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well $33k won't get you this bus. the high bidder went to $33.5k right after. Farts.

And here I thought I was going to get this bus for $10k before someone put it on theSamba for the world to see. The days of a bus going under the radar are almost extinct.
Been that way for a long time now. And the bonus here is, anyone that lives nearby and attended this auction, now thinks any rat shit infested rot box bus with a dead dog on the back seat is worth $38K.
Hopefully they noticed that the other split bus went for a mere $4k.

That '58 westy is a monster. Great options with an amazing patina. Big project though.

If the new owner wants to even out the patina, they need to park it facing east for a couple decades. Wink
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PostPosted: Fri Sep 17, 2021 8:40 pm    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

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busted-bolt:There is a very solid strong original paint camper on an online auction that has a lot of factory options like safaris . It is one of the last truly amassing unrestored busses out there.
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I think somebody having seen auction before your posting might hate you. Laughing Even if I think this should be a good deal topic discussion, it was interesting following your comments about this nice bus. I hope new owner will make it justice.

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PostPosted: Fri Sep 17, 2021 9:24 pm    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

von_hansel wrote:
well $33k won't get you this bus. the high bidder went to $33.5k right after. Farts.

And here I thought I was going to get this bus for $10k before someone put it on theSamba for the world to see. The days of a bus going under the radar are almost extinct.
Well said , it can be expected with the internet of every thing on every ones cell phones now. So chances are that buses now that turn up on auctions will go directly to the people who will restore them and not to flippers.Its only fair that the original owners of those busses that are being auctioned get the money directly and not the people who just want to make a quick buck. People just have to realize that the days of buying something valuable like a bus for any thing less than what it is actually worth on an auction are probably long gone Crying or Very sad
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PostPosted: Fri Sep 17, 2021 10:41 pm    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

Lind wrote:
cdennisg wrote:
von_hansel wrote:
well $33k won't get you this bus. the high bidder went to $33.5k right after. Farts.

And here I thought I was going to get this bus for $10k before someone put it on theSamba for the world to see. The days of a bus going under the radar are almost extinct.
Been that way for a long time now. And the bonus here is, anyone that lives nearby and attended this auction, now thinks any rat shit infested rot box bus with a dead dog on the back seat is worth $38K.
Hopefully they noticed that the other split bus went for a mere $4k.

That '58 westy is a monster. Great options with an amazing patina. Big project though.

If the new owner wants to even out the patina, they need to park it facing east for a couple decades. Wink


A very good point, well taken.
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PostPosted: Sun Sep 19, 2021 11:23 am    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

Not always the case. I had a friend who was hoping to snag this as his only chance to ever afford a bus like this that would have not been “flipping” it. Also, the person that owned it certainly deserves the big bucks since they cared so much and took such good care of it 😂.

I’ve said for years now the best stuff is still out there, just got to get creative in finding them.

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von_hansel wrote:
well $33k won't get you this bus. the high bidder went to $33.5k right after. Farts.

And here I thought I was going to get this bus for $10k before someone put it on theSamba for the world to see. The days of a bus going under the radar are almost extinct.
Well said , it can be expected with the internet of every thing on every ones cell phones now. So chances are that buses now that turn up on auctions will go directly to the people who will restore them and not to flippers.Its only fair that the original owners of those busses that are being auctioned get the money directly and not the people who just want to make a quick buck. People just have to realize that the days of buying something valuable like a bus for any thing less than what it is actually worth on an auction are probably long gone Crying or Very sad

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PostPosted: Sun Sep 19, 2021 12:00 pm    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

Graysvws wrote:
Not always the case. I had a friend who was hoping to snag this as his only chance to ever afford a bus like this that would have not been “flipping” it. Also, the person that owned it certainly deserves the big bucks since they cared so much and took such good care of it 😂.

I’ve said for years now the best stuff is still out there, just got to get creative in finding them.

Busted-bolt wrote:
von_hansel wrote:
well $33k won't get you this bus. the high bidder went to $33.5k right after. Farts.

And here I thought I was going to get this bus for $10k before someone put it on theSamba for the world to see. The days of a bus going under the radar are almost extinct.
Well said , it can be expected with the internet of every thing on every ones cell phones now. So chances are that buses now that turn up on auctions will go directly to the people who will restore them and not to flippers.Its only fair that the original owners of those busses that are being auctioned get the money directly and not the people who just want to make a quick buck. People just have to realize that the days of buying something valuable like a bus for any thing less than what it is actually worth on an auction are probably long gone :cry:


I can guarantee the owner of these cars did nothing to protect them. While it is amazing this bus survived as well as it did I am sure the owner had not a clue what he was sitting on. I too had hopes of this coming in under the radar but as soon as I saw it on the Samba I knew game over for me and posted some additional pictures and comments. I felt fortunate to be able to examine it up close and dream. To the rich go the spoils!
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PostPosted: Sun Sep 19, 2021 3:17 pm    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

Anything that pops up under market on the internet is likely to get bid up auction or not.
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PostPosted: Mon Sep 20, 2021 8:32 am    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

Can we not get off topic? Afterall this is a Thread on BUS HUNTING HISTORY!

Recently, I've seen a whole lot of off subjects...TS is changing. Crying or Very sad

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PostPosted: Mon Sep 20, 2021 8:46 am    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

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Can we not get off topic? Afterall this is a Thread on BUS HUNTING HISTORY!

Recently, I've seen a whole lot of off subjects...TS is changing. Crying or Very sad

Thanks


It is on topic. Unfortunately, most bus hunting isn't happening the traditional way anymore.
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PostPosted: Mon Sep 20, 2021 3:12 pm    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

Not today but one year ago from yesterday. I know my dad already posted on this here but I thought I'd share the youtube video.

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PostPosted: Mon Sep 20, 2021 3:21 pm    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

Great video! Do you have a resto thread?
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PostPosted: Mon Sep 20, 2021 4:41 pm    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

unbelievable !
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PostPosted: Mon Sep 20, 2021 6:09 pm    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

cdennisg wrote:
aa390392 wrote:
Can we not get off topic? Afterall this is a Thread on BUS HUNTING HISTORY!

Recently, I've seen a whole lot of off subjects...TS is changing. Crying or Very sad

Thanks
It is on topic. Unfortunately, most bus hunting isn't happening the traditional way anymore.

I am always interested to see what people are dragging out, no matter how they find it. The hunting has certainly changed since this topic started, but it is all about finding buses. I love to see previously "unknown" buses.

I would suggest that if anyone sees a bus at an auction that they don't post anything about it until the auction ends, as people really don't like their "finds" to get outed. I am referring to the hundred people who thought that they were the only one to find that auction that was easily findable on the internet with a search engine and the words "volkswagen auction".

There is no shortage of people searching the internet all day to find VWs and compete with each other and you to pay more for their cars.
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 21, 2021 2:10 am    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

I feel like I was on the road trip, outstanding, (I don't usually like music on videos but this one has made me change my mind. Well done. Please post the link for the build Mango2003.
Mango2003 wrote:
Not today but one year ago from yesterday. I know my dad already posted on this here but I thought I'd share the youtube video.

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Well said Lind.
Lind wrote:
cdennisg wrote:
aa390392 wrote:
Can we not get off topic? Afterall this is a Thread on BUS HUNTING HISTORY!

Recently, I've seen a whole lot of off subjects...TS is changing. Crying or Very sad

Thanks
It is on topic. Unfortunately, most bus hunting isn't happening the traditional way anymore.

I am always interested to see what people are dragging out, no matter how they find it. The hunting has certainly changed since this topic started, but it is all about finding buses. I love to see previously "unknown" buses.

I would suggest that if anyone sees a bus at an auction that they don't post anything about it until the auction ends, as people really don't like their "finds" to get outed. I am referring to the hundred people who thought that they were the only one to find that auction that was easily findable on the internet with a search engine and the words "volkswagen auction".

There is no shortage of people searching the internet all day to find VWs and compete with each other and you to pay more for their cars.

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Have you considered simply starting with a nicer bus? I don't know what your skills are, but the race is easier if you can see the finish line. If you are not a runner, don't start off doing a marathon.
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PostPosted: Thu Sep 23, 2021 6:21 pm    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

I found a new unknown bus two weeks ago and bought it! Early 1957 panel. It’s had the same owner since 1964. He parked it in 1977. It features all (5) of its original wheels, tool kit, hub caps, and scant panel interior. Apparently the bubble taillights were already gone when he bought it in 1964 from the original owner. No word on what happened to the pressed bumpers. The bus is in awesome condition. They are still out there!!!
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PostPosted: Thu Sep 23, 2021 6:26 pm    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

congratulations. a good year.
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PostPosted: Thu Sep 23, 2021 6:49 pm    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

Awesome, looks like some nice Dove Blue under that repaint.
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PostPosted: Thu Sep 23, 2021 6:56 pm    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

Thanks guys. I plan on using my magic sauce on that paint. I’ll make that dove blue look Bitchin!
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PostPosted: Fri Sep 24, 2021 2:06 am    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

Wow please make a build post on this beauty. Early 57's in dove blue are awesome. I can hardly wait to see your magic on that body. It will look as good as the dash. Congratulations mr White Applause Applause Applause

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I found a new unknown bus two weeks ago and bought it! Early 1957 panel. It’s had the same owner since 1964. He parked it in 1977. It features all (5) of its original wheels, tool kit, hub caps, and scant panel interior. Apparently the bubble taillights were already gone when he bought it in 1964 from the original owner. No word on what happened to the pressed bumpers. The bus is in awesome condition. They are still out there!!!
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PostPosted: Fri Sep 24, 2021 4:22 pm    Post subject: Re: Today in Bus hunting history... Reply with quote

mr white wrote:
Thanks guys. I plan on using my magic sauce on that paint. I’ll make that dove blue look Bitchin!

What's the magic sauce? I need to remove some green from a pearl white bus.
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