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1984 Volkswagen Vanagon Stretch Bus No Reserve on 2040-cars

Year:1984 Mileage:117233 Color: Blue/ Gray /
 Blue
Location:

Bolivar, Tennessee, United States

Bolivar, Tennessee, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Engine:1.9 Watercooled Boxer
Body Type:Limousine
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: wv2yb0250eh113723 Year: 1984
Interior Color: Blue
Model: Bus/Vanagon
Number of Cylinders: 4
Trim: GL
Drive Type: Automatic
Mileage: 117,233
Exterior Color: Blue/ Gray
Condition: Used: A 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. ... 

Up for sale is a 1984 Vanagon Stretch Limo! This unique vehicle started life at two '84 Vanagon GLs that came together to create an incredible machine. 


The goal was simple: create the ideal road trip machine. Every step of the process included strategic improvements to achieve that goal. When splicing the donor vehicles, two high strength steel beams were welded into the unibody frame channels creating a super-strong chassis with which to work. 

It is currently set up to seat 7 but with the installation of the included extra seats it could happily seat 11! The rear sliding door opens as usual and the front once can be easily removed for loading cargo or camping. 

Installed in the bus is the rare automatic transmission, but the auction also includes a manual gearbox to suit the buyer's preference.


After completing the drivetrain and triple testing all essential systems, some friends and I loaded up for a test drive. 

The 1.9 engine provided more than enough power to get the van up to cruising speed, it handled beautifully, and stopped assertively. 

While climbing a hill, we heard a loud "pop" and lost power. As it turns out the torquey little boxer engine had sheared the flexplate that connects the engine to the transmission. I took it as a sign to do a TDI swap and removed the engine to begin the process of searching for the ideal diesel powerplant. Unfortunately TDI engines that fit my modest budget are few and far between so the bus went into storage. 

The bus has been sitting in a covered shed waiting for it's new heart; I pulled it out this week to photograph and make space.

With the flexplate replaced, engine reinstalled, and a new battery this Vanagon could be back on the road in no time; with those issues remedied it could be driven cross-country without issue.

Time passes and plans are made leading to an out of state move in the near future. I won't have space to store or work on this project so must pass the baton. 

I have no idea how to appraise this vehicle so I will let the interested parties decide. I'm not setting a reserve and will not end the auction early. 

The auction includes the bus, the removed 1.9 engine (~54,000 miles and in fantastic condition), manual transmission, and gobs of great Vanagon parts residing in the bus. 

All the tires have great tread and are ready to roll.

There are still cosmetic things to worked out once the van is driveable, the splice seam could use a bit more bodywork, there is a dent in the front sliding door, and it wouldn't hurt for everything to be the same color with a couple of coats of paint.

I have a clear title in my name for the vehicle. It was registered and insured under the "front" van's VIN, so no issues there.

I'm happy to answer any and all questions and take more photographs upon request.





This is an as-is, where-is auction. I have described the vehicle accurately to the best of my ability and make no further guarantees.

The bus must be towed or trailered from its current location by July 1. 

If the bus sells for less than $500, full payment is due via PayPal within 48 hours; otherwise a $500 deposit is required with the remaining balance to be paid in cash in person at pickup.


Happy Bidding!


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