1987 Westfalia in Seattle, WA

Last Updated: 11/7/2023 | Ad Source: Craigslist

Asking Price: $17,500

 

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VIN: WV2ZB0251HH041262

1987 VW Vanagon Westfalia 2.1L 2WD 160K Miles 4-Speed Manual

Runs excellent and camps great as is. Could use some work.

40K on fully rebuilt engine including new heads and head gaskets.

I have owned this van for 18 years and done a lot to it. Many years ago, before I owned it, an insurance company totaled the van for driver’s side body damage it sustained in an accident. There was no damage to the frame. It’s been back on the road so long now I had forgotten all about that. Utah issued the van a rebuilt title. Van has seam rust mostly on driver’s side.

The van starts right up and after a 60-second warm up it runs perfectly. The engine is strong, blows no smoke, and burns no oil between changes. Transmission shifts easily, works correctly, and runs quietly. No slippage in the clutch. Tight front end and newer shocks/springs so van tracks and handles well on the road.

ATTRIBUTES & UPGGRADES
-Cooling system fully reconditioned with new hoses, stainless pipes, stainless long pipes,
and water pump 2016
-All new fuel lines and fuel tanks resealed 2016
-GoWesty stainless exhaust system (muffler is throaty by design)
-15” GoWesty wheels with only 4k miles on Nokian Entyres. Tire chains included.
-GoWesty zero-lift springs and Bilstein HD shocks 2017
-GoWesty steel bumpers
-Front seats upgraded to Eurovan seats (armrests show some wear)
-Swivel seat bases reconditioned
-Kenwood AM/FM CD player with aux jack and front/rear speakers
-Upgraded modern LP tank; stove works correctly
-GoWesty Auxiliary battery system with battery charger, power inverter, solar hookup
-Updated fuse panel in camper with many open terminals for accessories
-LiFePo4 Auxiliary battery 2019
-120W fold-up solar panel included, plugs into hookup panel on side of van
-Battery level and water level indicator lights working correctly
-Fresh water system reconditioned with new water lines, water pump and faucet
-Rear heater eliminated with GoWesty kit to increase storage under rear seat
-New window seals installed 2007
-New windshield and seal 2016
-Cabinets, seats and beds in good condition
-GoWesty 3 window tent top (with some damage at hinges – see photos)
-Includes both tables, all curtains (including front curtains)
-GoWesty cargo bag and straps for luggage rack included
-4 seatbelts, both screens, 2 USB ports

MECHANICAL NEEDS / NOTES
-Blower motor for heat needs replacement. This is a big job which requires dash removal. Currently, it works sporadically. When turned on it makes an intolerable screech that will sometimes stop in 10 seconds, but sometimes not.
-AC Compressor removed by me.
-The GoWesty springs groan eg when turning into a steep driveway ramp on the diagonal. They have done this since they were installed. I’ve ignored it.

BODY AND CAMPER ISSUES – See Photos
-Seam rust emerging.
-Minor driver’s side floor rust repaired
-Driver’s side step area rough – needs paint and step pad
-Driver’s doorstep does not accept stock rubber step pads as holes don’t line up.
-Pop top latch housing rusted – latch works fine
-Skylight needs new seal
-Tent fabric damaged at rear hinges. Dime sized hole needs patch.
-Pop top and luggage rack dirty and fiberglass shows age/wear
-Rear hatch lock missing trim (I ignored it)
-Missing Vanagon emblem
-Could use new carpet and pad. We were happy with the new mats laid on top.
-Replacement door card on driver’s side. Card for passenger side in box included w/ sale
-Driver and passenger door bottom window seals dried out
-Paint on windshield wiper arms and door handles faded
-Passenger side sliding window track very dirty and hard to clean
-Automatic door locks disabled. Both front doors need to be locked with key.
-Stock fridge does not work on propane. It does work on electric when van plugged in.
-GoWesty fridge elimination kit included with sale if desired
-Interior liner in good condition except for area behind driver’s seat which is fair.

STUFF INCLUDED IF YOU WANT IT
-GoWesty outside table mount
-GoWesty interior step that fits in front table mount (for getting into upper bunk easier)
-GoWesty fridge elimination kit
-Passenger door card and map pocket (matches what’s on driver’s side)
-AC Compressor mount (if you want to reinstall AC)
-Replacement blower motor
-2 CV joints and boots (van does not need yet)
-Replacement turn signal lever (not needed yet)
-Homemade contraption that uses pop top, huge tarp and tent poles to form giant a-frame awning

Link to a more complete set of photos on request.

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Last Updated on November 7, 2023 by VanagonCamperAds