Anything to look for with super low mileage?

Williamtaylor33

Well folks. Do you have the same sickness that I do? Even if your happy with your van you STILL check the classifieds everyday.
Well I found a one owner syncro adventurewagen. With 20k orginal miles! Shocked

I'm not even sure of the year yet but it looks to be post 87. That's super low miles....is there anything mechanical that will be compromised from mostly sitting for 20 years? The owner says it runs great....
Plus it ain't cheap...I would probably have to sell my syncro or Jetta to afford it.
Any thoughts besides "You dont care about vanagons!"? Rolling Eyes

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blakeck2 · Posted: Fri Jun 11, 2010 10:06 pm Post subject:

I wouldnt sell the tdi
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Mathew Zelezen · Posted: Fri Jun 11, 2010 10:16 pm Post subject:

Hello, my name is Williamtaylor33.
I have a Syncro and I don't appreciate it.

Hellllllooooooo William.
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Williamtaylor33 · Posted: Sat Jun 12, 2010 5:11 am Post subject:

Geez..I haven't even listed it for sale. Who's to say I even could go through with it.
I thought an almost brand new syncro adventurewagen was quite the find.
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FNGRUVN · Posted: Sat Jun 12, 2010 6:20 am Post subject:

With just 20K miles the van shouldn't show any wear at all. I would look at the driver's seat and pedal pads for wear. A lot of times these are overlooked by someone trying to pull a fast one. Anything that gets used over and over while driving will show signs of wear. The fake leather grain on the steering wheel would be like new with just 20K. All the front end bushings would be original and in pristine condition.

Hope it turns out to be a once in a lifetime find for you.
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wildenbeast · Posted: Sat Jun 12, 2010 9:59 am Post subject:

Perales · Posted: Sat Jun 12, 2010 11:00 am Post subject:

Just remember to change the fuel lines.
Old rubber is still old rubber regardless as to how much fuel has passed through. Cooling system hoses are also suspect as per usual and head corrosion from improper coolant is still a possibility. Many components still age with time not just wear. Original tires (read danger) ??? Could be a great find though.
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ddonnell · Posted: Sat Jun 12, 2010 11:05 am Post subject:

tozovr · Posted: Sat Jun 12, 2010 11:10 am Post subject:

As stated above Rubber.

Fuel lines, tires, brake lines, brake fluid, caliper seals etc. I'd worry about engine gaskets and seals as well.

The worst thing for a vehicle is to have it sit, unused.

RJ
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Williamtaylor33 · Posted: Sat Jun 12, 2010 3:39 pm Post subject:

thanks folks....
When i get some pictures of it i'll post pics.
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Williamtaylor33 · Posted: Sat Jun 12, 2010 4:10 pm Post subject:

blakeck2 · Posted: Sat Jun 12, 2010 4:36 pm Post subject:

Williamtaylor33 · Posted: Sun Jun 13, 2010 9:55 pm Post subject:

Van sold before I could get to it. Crying or Very sad

the price was 25k firm. I wonder if a samba member picked it up?
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purplepeopleeater · Posted: Mon Jun 14, 2010 6:21 am Post subject:

I would have sold the jetta...thats what I killed for mine Very Happy

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[quote="Williamtaylor33"]Well folks. Do you have the same sickness that I do? Even if your happy with your van you STILL check the classifieds everyday.

yes everyday VW Logo

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wildenbeast · Posted: Mon Jun 14, 2010 8:13 am Post subject:

Did you ever get any photos of it? Do you mind sharing the ad now that it's gone?

Williamtaylor33 · Posted: Mon Jun 14, 2010 9:05 am Post subject:

This is where i first saw his ad.
http://www.theadventurelife.org/2009/04/ultimate-adventure-rig-the-four-wheel-drive-vw-camper-van/

(look at the bottom of the page)
He also listed it here too...

http://www.rvmechanic.com/rv/motorhome/talk/curren...int_page=1

I never got any photos. But i'm sure its awesome
it will probably show up in the vanagon classifieds on the samba in a week.
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tozovr · Posted: Mon Jun 14, 2010 9:12 am Post subject:

A nice Syncro is on my list to own, but I always smile a little to myself when I see "it will go anywhere."

What a great article. That orange one in the article gives me a fluttery feeling in my stomach LOL.
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