Solly - 1978 Westy Project

[Temmett]

This is the build thread for Solly, my 1978 Westfalia. We purchased her about a year ago with the intention of holding off for a year before really diving into any sort of restoration work. The year is about up, so.... here we go!

I had a build thread for my 69 Squareback (http://squarebackresto.wordpress.com/) and really appreciated all the input from the community. I look forward to a similarly great experience with this project.

Our pre-purchase walk around was posted here, http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=550306&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0 and was extremely helpful. Thanks! Here are a few pics from when we made the purchase.

The Kombi's blog is still in it's early stages (even though it's a year old), but if you're so inclined and want to check it out, now or in the future, just click the link in my signature.
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1978 Westfalia - pre-purchase walk around
1969 Squareback http://squarebackresto.wordpress.com/

[eche_bus]

Welcome - I'll look forward to following your restoration!

[Bala]

I remember your initial post well. I'll be watching your progress!
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1976 Westy

1966 Beetle

[camit34]

Nice Bus!
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In search of a Vanagon
1971 Westy (SOLD)
1971 Deluxe (SOLD)
1967 Freedom Camper (SOLD)
1965 Bug (SOLD)

[EZ Gruv]

I'm in.

Please keep the stripes!
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Eric
1977 Deluxe Westfalia - 2.0L FI Type IV, Completely Original
Photographer for HotVWs, VolksWorld, AirMighty, VW Camper & Commercial, Hayburner, and more.
My Photography Page.

[Waves2day]

Love the stripes!
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Sam
1976 Westfalia Camper Pop-top
1972 Westfalia Hardtop (sold)