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Pinetops Samba Member
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Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2018 2:08 pm Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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1987 Volkswagen Vanagon / Bus Weekender - $8000 (W. Babylon)
https://newyork.craigslist.org/lgi/cto/d/1987-volkswagen-vanagon-bus/6676367023.html
Wolfsburg Edition Pop top Weekender 4 cyl, 4 speed manual. 175k miles
Great camper van, starts right up and runs well, Sleeps 4, Body is good, no dents - some rust spots -
Pop-top fabric is torn (Either replace or sew in windows)
$8000 Negotiable - Will take highest offer / bid |
I went and looked at this Vanagon. Aside from all the electrical and mechanical issues, it was dirty inside. if you want top dollar for your Vanagon, maybe, and i'm just spit-balling here, break out the shop vac and spend an hour getting the sand, dirt, dead bugs, spider webs, and what not out. use cleaner on the windows, tighten down the loose screws, make it look like you care about it...
seriously, expend some effort and maybe it might be rewarded. |
Very true. But to be fair, they're not asking top dollar. _________________ "A rolling bus gathers no rust." |
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dabaron Samba Member
Joined: June 21, 2018 Posts: 2558 Location: Philly, mang
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Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2018 5:45 am Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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Pinetops wrote: |
Very true. But to be fair, they're not asking top dollar. |
that is a very odd statement to make. asking 8k for a Vanagon that the owner could not be bothered to spend 2 hours cleaning up, well, that tells me they have neglected far more than the visible.
to each their own i guess. _________________ 1991 Vanagon GL Camper
i had no idea i wanted to be a mechanic
"burnin oil and cookin coils" -- Destructo
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crazyvwvanman Samba Member
Joined: January 28, 2008 Posts: 9895 Location: Orbiting San Diego
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Pinetops Samba Member
Joined: March 24, 2007 Posts: 2987
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Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2018 2:35 pm Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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dabaron wrote: |
Pinetops wrote: |
Very true. But to be fair, they're not asking top dollar. |
that is a very odd statement to make. asking 8k for a Vanagon that the owner could not be bothered to spend 2 hours cleaning up, well, that tells me they have neglected far more than the visible.
to each their own i guess. |
So you're saying 8k negotiable is top dollar for a fairly solid, running (even poorly), desirable year and color pop top westy weekender?
I completely agree that they should take the time to clean it and sort it out more but there is a reason it's not 2 or 3 x the price. If it were, then I'd be expecting something closer to perfection. 8k (could likely be had for 5-7k) for that model is a "fixer upper" price. In my humble opinion of course, I haven't seen it in person. Even if it's a little overpriced it's in the sane realm. Regards _________________ "A rolling bus gathers no rust." |
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dabaron Samba Member
Joined: June 21, 2018 Posts: 2558 Location: Philly, mang
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Posted: Wed Aug 29, 2018 6:43 am Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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Pinetops wrote: |
dabaron wrote: |
Pinetops wrote: |
Very true. But to be fair, they're not asking top dollar. |
that is a very odd statement to make. asking 8k for a Vanagon that the owner could not be bothered to spend 2 hours cleaning up, well, that tells me they have neglected far more than the visible.
to each their own i guess. |
So you're saying 8k negotiable is top dollar for a fairly solid, running (even poorly), desirable year and color pop top westy weekender?
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yes, that is exactly what i wrote. _________________ 1991 Vanagon GL Camper
i had no idea i wanted to be a mechanic
"burnin oil and cookin coils" -- Destructo
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dabaron Samba Member
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Posted: Wed Aug 29, 2018 6:46 am Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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WESTFAILA _________________ 1991 Vanagon GL Camper
i had no idea i wanted to be a mechanic
"burnin oil and cookin coils" -- Destructo
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mikemtnbike Samba Member
Joined: March 26, 2015 Posts: 2780 Location: North Carolina
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Posted: Wed Aug 29, 2018 7:17 am Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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dabaron wrote: |
Pinetops wrote: |
dabaron wrote: |
Pinetops wrote: |
Very true. But to be fair, they're not asking top dollar. |
that is a very odd statement to make. asking 8k for a Vanagon that the owner could not be bothered to spend 2 hours cleaning up, well, that tells me they have neglected far more than the visible.
to each their own i guess. |
So you're saying 8k negotiable is top dollar for a fairly solid, running (even poorly), desirable year and color pop top westy weekender?
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yes, that is exactly what i wrote. |
Body decent interior complete running 2.1 waterboxer with a poptop?
8k is a good deal, not top dollar, IMO- and I've been looking at ads more than I should for a while now.
Not trying to be critical, just sharing my experience. _________________ 1991 Vanagon GL 2.1 AT Westfauxlia. "Frankie" Totaled https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=764510&highlight=carnage
1995 Eurovan Camper "Marzivan"
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dabaron Samba Member
Joined: June 21, 2018 Posts: 2558 Location: Philly, mang
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Posted: Wed Aug 29, 2018 10:21 am Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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mikemtnbike wrote: |
dabaron wrote: |
Pinetops wrote: |
dabaron wrote: |
Pinetops wrote: |
Very true. But to be fair, they're not asking top dollar. |
that is a very odd statement to make. asking 8k for a Vanagon that the owner could not be bothered to spend 2 hours cleaning up, well, that tells me they have neglected far more than the visible.
to each their own i guess. |
So you're saying 8k negotiable is top dollar for a fairly solid, running (even poorly), desirable year and color pop top westy weekender?
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yes, that is exactly what i wrote. |
Body decent interior complete running 2.1 waterboxer with a poptop?
8k is a good deal, not top dollar, IMO- and I've been looking at ads more than I should for a while now.
Not trying to be critical, just sharing my experience. |
body not decent, interior not complete. i've been looking too. _________________ 1991 Vanagon GL Camper
i had no idea i wanted to be a mechanic
"burnin oil and cookin coils" -- Destructo
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campism Samba Member
Joined: September 07, 2007 Posts: 4485 Location: Richmond VA
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Posted: Tue Sep 04, 2018 5:24 am Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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So, this one looks like a nice stock '87 full camper with low miles but for that ask I'd expect detailed photos of every nook and cranny. By this seller's reasoning my stock '87 Westy with original engine, lower mileage and a few dents must be worth about $20K. Call me.
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/cto/d/1987-volkswagenvanagon/6684108490.html
1987 VolkswagenVanagon Westfalia - $26500 (Springfield)
9111 Octavia Ct.
1987 volkswagen vanagon westfalia
VIN: WV2ZB0259HH077653
condition: excellent
cylinders: 4 cylinders
drive: rwd
fuel: gas
odometer: 112800
paint color: silver
size: full-size
title status: clean
transmission: automatic
type: van
This well maintained Westfalia is ready for your next camping trip! It has passed the Virginia State Safety inspection on July 9, 2018 without any need for repair or upgrading. Current mileage is 112,800. A new engine was installed by Stohlman Volkswagen in Vienna, VA in May of 1997 when the mileage was at 67,024 (a detailed receipt is available). That puts the mileage on the new engine at 45,776. Service records can be provided. This vehicle has a liquid propane two-burner stove, sink, two-four person table, and ample storage space. Also, the two front seats swivel to the back and an additional table is included. Pop top upper area sleeps two persons and lower interior sleeps another two. A new battery was installed in July of 2018 and a new muffler and tailpipe in September of 2016. Good tread depth remains on tires. The Westfalia has an excellent interior and exterior appearance. •do NOT contact me with unsolicited services or offers _________________ '87 Westy in Wolfram Grey Metallic |
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elizer Samba Member
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raoul mitgong Samba Member
Joined: July 05, 2009 Posts: 1338 Location: Denver, CO
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Posted: Tue Sep 04, 2018 1:53 pm Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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I know, right! It has been reposted on CL at least twice since my last rant about it.
The guy couldn't even be bothered to counter my $40 offer. Seriously, I have to be the only person to make any sort of offer on that rag.
-d _________________ 84 Westy with a 2.1 (Groover)
86 Tintop Syncro (Crow)
86 Tintop Syncro to Westy project (Tom Servo)
91 Westy (Only the top 12 inches of this van (a burn victim)) |
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dabaron Samba Member
Joined: June 21, 2018 Posts: 2558 Location: Philly, mang
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Posted: Tue Sep 04, 2018 2:00 pm Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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raoul mitgong wrote: |
I know, right! It has been reposted on CL at least twice since my last rant about it.
The guy couldn't even be bothered to counter my $40 offer. Seriously, I have to be the only person to make any sort of offer on that rag.
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time for a gofundme to make this end. _________________ 1991 Vanagon GL Camper
i had no idea i wanted to be a mechanic
"burnin oil and cookin coils" -- Destructo
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raoul mitgong Samba Member
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Posted: Tue Sep 04, 2018 2:12 pm Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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I could charge $1 admission to a canvas bonfire at Syncro Solstice 2019.
Edit: Dabaron, I think you could really use a canvas for your new tintop.
-d _________________ 84 Westy with a 2.1 (Groover)
86 Tintop Syncro (Crow)
86 Tintop Syncro to Westy project (Tom Servo)
91 Westy (Only the top 12 inches of this van (a burn victim)) |
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dabaron Samba Member
Joined: June 21, 2018 Posts: 2558 Location: Philly, mang
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Posted: Tue Sep 04, 2018 2:22 pm Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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raoul mitgong wrote: |
I could charge $1 admission to a canvas bonfire at Syncro Solstice 2019.
Edit: Dabaron, I think you could really use a canvas for your new tintop.
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only if the seller tie-dyes it. _________________ 1991 Vanagon GL Camper
i had no idea i wanted to be a mechanic
"burnin oil and cookin coils" -- Destructo
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raoul mitgong Samba Member
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Posted: Tue Sep 04, 2018 2:25 pm Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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Here is another CL add that keeps reposting every few days. They really couldn't fix the wipers or the canvas sticking out the side?
https://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/6689150873.html
-d _________________ 84 Westy with a 2.1 (Groover)
86 Tintop Syncro (Crow)
86 Tintop Syncro to Westy project (Tom Servo)
91 Westy (Only the top 12 inches of this van (a burn victim)) |
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dhaavers Samba Member
Joined: March 19, 2010 Posts: 7733 Location: NE MN (tinyurl.com/dhaaverslocation)
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Posted: Tue Sep 04, 2018 4:38 pm Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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raoul mitgong wrote: |
...The guy couldn't even be bothered to counter my $40 offer... |
Keep your offer at $40, but only if he puts 3 more holes in it...
...???
- Dave _________________ 86 White Wolfsburg Westy Weekender
"The WonderVan"
<EDITED TO PROTECT INNOCENT PIXELS> |
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CanStan Samba Member
Joined: October 16, 2005 Posts: 1036 Location: Calgary, AB
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Posted: Wed Sep 05, 2018 7:24 am Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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That drives me crazy! Taking pictures in the showroom with a wiper arm hanging down over the headlights? And for that kind of $, I'd expect the hook-up boxes to all have lids. I am a fan of the awning tripod setup though. |
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shagginwagon83 Samba Member
Joined: February 07, 2016 Posts: 3786 Location: VA/TN
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Posted: Wed Sep 05, 2018 8:53 am Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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CanStan wrote: |
I am a fan of the awning tripod setup though. |
Yes I hear the tripod setup is for hanging a hammock in between the tripods _________________ Brandon
"Jo Ann" - '83.5 Westfalia EJ22e w/Peloquin
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jlrftype7 Samba Member
Joined: July 24, 2018 Posts: 3549 Location: Chicago
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Posted: Wed Sep 05, 2018 11:03 am Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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CanStan wrote: |
That drives me crazy! Taking pictures in the showroom with a wiper arm hanging down over the headlights? And for that kind of $, I'd expect the hook-up boxes to all have lids. I am a fan of the awning tripod setup though. |
Tsk Tsk, don't you know the droopy Passenger Side Wiper Blade doubles as a Headlight Wiper System---- VERY RARE Option.... _________________ '68 Westy- my first VW and vehicle/Bus- long gone.- sold it to a traveling Swiss couple....
'67 Type 3 Fastback, my 2nd car- gone
'69 Semi-Auto Stick Shift Beetle-gone
2017 MINI Coopers, our current DDs
‘84 Tin Top - Hilga....Auto |
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RainierSyncro Samba Member
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Posted: Sat Sep 15, 2018 11:15 pm Post subject: Re: Official whine about Vanagon vans and parts for sale |
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Typical lazy CL seller. Just opens the front door and takes a picture. If you want your $15k ask, get closer.
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