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1971 Vw Deluxe Bus Transporter - Sweet Ride From Vw Family on 2040-cars

US $8,900.00
Year:1971 Mileage:29318 Color: Green /
 Black
Location:

Stuart, Florida, United States

Stuart, Florida, United States
Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Minivan, Van
Vehicle Title:Rebuilt, Rebuildable & Reconstructed
Engine:1600
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: 2212195924 Year: 1971
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Bus/Vanagon
Trim: Deluxe
Options: Camper interior
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 29,318
Exterior Color: Green
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: Black
Condition: UsedA vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.Seller Notes:"This is a much loved and cared for Bus in very good condition. You can drive it anywhere as it needs nothing mechanically. Cosmetically it has some paint blistering pointed out in the pictures. The interior has recently been reupholstered and all it needs is a new family now. Non-smoking home."

Up for sale is our much loved and cared for '71 VW Bus aka "Bird". This is the one you've been looking for! 

It's the sought after "golden" year for the bay window buses and a deluxe trim model. She needs nothing but a new owner to enjoy and drive anywhere. No cheap parts are ever used in this family who has owned and cared for various vintage VW's since 1996. I bought the bus out of Idaho after it had been rear ended.  The insurance company had deemed it salvage because they sadly saw very little value in it.  The bus was not disabled in any way as the damage was purely cosmetic.  It had been hit straight on from the back so I replaced the decklid and pulled out both corners. This is when it got the VW Turquoise Green L380 color.  I then took it to the Florida DMV so it could go through the proper inspection procedure.  It passed with no problem and was issued a rebuilt title. Again, I have pictures of all of this.

I have a stack of receipts from when I purchased it, as well as all the receipts from parts that I have changed out during my ownership and when it had the brake system serviced.  The previous owner had the engine overhauled and spent almost $2000 doing so.  It shows because it has run perfectly.  Being that it has lived with a VW family, it has received all the proper maintenance a vintage air-cooled VW deserves.  Everything is stock and there are no customized or cheap parts used.  This bus has the proper 1600 dual port engine. Even details like the Hankook RA08 tires, for those that know, are the correct tire for a bus. She runs strong, shifts smooth and stops straight.  It makes no funny sounds...nothing. I've loaded up the family and have driven it down to Key West and back and would not hesitate driving it anywhere.

The odometer shows 29,318 but I can't say what the exact miles are since I have only owned it for just over 3 years.  The condition of the bus though, based on my VW experience, would suggest 129,318.  My wife is still driving it on a regular basis so actual miles will be slightly higher by auction end.

It was repainted when purchased in May 2010 and some rust is now coming through on the rockers. There are fiberglass repairs in the drivers and passengers floor, otherwise this is a very solid bus. I have receipts and photos of before, during and after the paint work from when I first bought it. All the rubber seals are in very good to new condition (sliding door rubber just replaced) although it is time to replace both front door seals as they are looking weathered.  It needs sun visors, it just never bothered me not to have them.  The interior is clean and neat , although the headliner, at the rear has some tears.  The Zbed folds down and works properly.

New lenses and seals, front and back
New battery
Like new tires - Hankook RA08 
New chrome trim rings
New stereo - MP3, USB, SDcard, Satelite ready
3 year old paint including bumpers
New antenna
New air cleaner hose
New rear interior upholstery
New kick panels in the front cab area
New igintion switch with correct VW keys
Recent brake lines, pads, shoes
and MORE...Lots of finishing details because mechanically, the bus has needed nothing but maintenance

The BuyItNow price is very fair for the condition of this bus, so I encourage you to jump on it before it's gone.  I reserve the right to cancel the auction early as the bus is available for sale locally as well. Come see it in person or ask for specific pictures if you're not in town, I'd be glad to send them as well as copies of the engine work and the paint/body work that was done.

A $500 deposit is required within 24 hours of auction close. Once full payment has been secured, the title will be transferred. If you are local, we can take care of all of this in person. If you are not, I will accept payment through a direct wire transfer. Once the money is in my account, I will overnight the title to your location. I am more than happy to work with a transporter, but arranging and financing the transporting of the vehicle is entirely the buyers responsibility.

I have been a buyer and seller on eBay since 2000 and have a perfect feedback rating because what I sell is EXACTLY what I say it is...BID and BUY with CONFIDENCE!

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