1987 Syncro Value

Shaugg · Samba Member Joined: September 28, 2009 Posts: 22

Hi
I'm looking to join the ranks of Vanagon owners but I could use some help understanding the value of this vehicle. It seems the values vary greatly. Anyway, I'm considering this 1987 Syncro Westy.

randywebb · Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2013 1:11 pm Post subject:

location?

full Westy or did they make Syncro Weekenders too?

it is likely worth a lot
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Ahwahnee · Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2013 1:29 pm Post subject:

FWIW -- it appears to be SoCal & a full Westy.

jimbrough · Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2013 1:41 pm Post subject: 1987 Syncro Westy

sounds good, but untouched interior?, you might want to bring in a crime lab and go over that item. Let us know if you buy it and what you paid, I also have a 87 Syncro Westy, totally restored, and like to keep up with the $$$$
sale, ball park anyway

insyncro · Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2013 2:29 pm Post subject:

Well, a proper windows out paint job will be north of $10k when done by a professional with quality materials.
I know, I know, you can use a roller in your own garage Laughing

It is mentioned right in the ad so I would figure without even seeing the vehicle, that it needs paint.

I would recommend having a Syncro owner or shop well versed in Syncro drive it.
Many failure and upgrade possibilities with a van that age and possibly mostly stock/original parts.

The front halfshafts have been replaced, depends what kind were used before placing that in the "good" column.

Anyhow...getting into a Syncro you like, can afford and having a plan/budget to work on it as you drive it is highly recommended.

randywebb · Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2013 2:40 pm Post subject:

ok, who says it is worth over $50k as it sits?

who says $30k? $40k?
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insyncro · Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2013 2:44 pm Post subject:

MayorMcCheese · Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2013 3:52 pm Post subject:

Check for interior water damage & rust under the front carpets. I doubt that windsheild seal is sealing very well.

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Shaugg · Samba Member Joined: September 28, 2009 Posts: 22

I didn't look under the carpet in front. Overall it looked like a good van, drove welL. The guy that owns it seems like a good fellow who fixed what needed fixing properly but didn't upgrade. The interior was in good shape, appliances never used, upholstery clearly used, no major problems that I could see. The underbody looked good as did the engine compartment. It was dusty but orderly.

I thought since there were a few mid/late 80's Westy's that sound more or less original for sale in the 8-9000 range that a Syncro would be worth about 5000-6000 more. So maybe it was worth between 14 and 16,000?

How is my math?

mr. c · Posted: Mon Jul 08, 2013 10:06 am Post subject:

I think you're too low.
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Shaugg · Samba Member Joined: September 28, 2009 Posts: 22

Sometimes I think I am too low too. Sad

That's why I am asking for this community's expertise. Very Happy

r39o · Posted: Mon Jul 08, 2013 11:00 am Post subject:

Nachtfalter · Posted: Mon Jul 08, 2013 12:24 pm Post subject:

Shaugg · Samba Member Joined: September 28, 2009 Posts: 22

OK ok I think I figured it out. It is worth a lot and will also cost a lot more.

PDXWesty · Posted: Mon Jul 08, 2013 4:31 pm Post subject:

Whatever you do, take it to a VW mechanical for a full inspection BEFORE you make an offer. They can tell you if the drive train is functioning properly. Syncro componants are not cheap to replace. Then you have some bargaining power.
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alijonny · Posted: Tue Jul 09, 2013 7:45 am Post subject:

nwester · Posted: Tue Jul 09, 2013 8:22 am Post subject:

I don't know. A piece of @#@% is a piece of @#@% any way you slice it, syncro or not; so be careful and be mindful of everything it will need. My personal opinion is that syncros are waaaaaay overrated - yeah, they have a cool factor reputation, but if you intend to take a 26 year old 4wd Westy where you think a 2wd can't go, up and over rocks and drive it like it's a beefed up pickup, you're going to have one problem after another = $$$$$. If you want a good Vanagon camper, leave your ego at the door, save a lot of money and heartache, and find a good condition 2wd with NO rust - even the 2wd vanagons are like goats and will go most anywhere you would want to go anyway. Then go get a 4wd PU for offroading with the $$ you save, and still have money left over. Just my 2 cents.

NWester
'89 Westy

crazyvwvanman · Posted: Tue Jul 09, 2013 9:34 am Post subject:

So when I am hundreds or thousands of miles from home in a 2wd Westy and I want to get up and over some very rough stuff to a great spot I should just turn around, drive home, and come back with a pickup truck???? That will save save me money somehow?????

Mark

rubbachicken · Posted: Tue Jul 09, 2013 9:38 am Post subject:

if you already have a 2wd bus, you might be cheaper and easier getting a diff lock fitted, it'll make a big difference getting up and over stuff, and come in at a hug amount less than a syncro Wink

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Shaugg · Samba Member Joined: September 28, 2009 Posts: 22

Aside from 4WD, what is different about a syncro compared to a 2WD Westy? The owner said the Syncros were made by Mercedes. I'm not totally sure what that would mean but I assume he meant to suggest that maybe a Syncro is also more durable?


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