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93 Chevy Astro High Top Van V6 Great Gas Mileage Camper Rear Bed Rebuilt Trans on 2040-cars

US $1,250.00
Year:1993 Mileage:160978
Location:

Boone, North Carolina, United States

Boone, North Carolina, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Minivan, Van
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:4.3L 262Cu. In. V6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: 1gbdm19z9pb206305 Year: 1993
Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Astro
Trim: CS Standard Passenger Van 3-Door
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 160,978
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. ... 

Good running, good driving little van. I'm selling this for a neighbor who no longer needs it. I've driven it 25 or so miles, uphill and down, and here's what I've found;


Cranks right up. Brand new battery. Engine sounds good, with no smoke or unusual noises. Bottom of engine and tranny are good and dry. Did not overheat going up a long steep hill.

Transmission shifts excellent. Owner reports that he had the transmission completely overhauled less than 1 year ago.

Drives and handles very well, with no pulling to the side or vibration of any kind.

 Lights work. Wipers work Cruise works. Interior lights work. Front & rear radio / cassette both work..

The rear couch electrically folds down to make a bed. This all works fine. 

No rust anywhere that I could see.

The tires all have very good tread.

Glass all good. Power windows work.

Very cool interior lighting

Here are the problems; the paint is rough, faded, cracking and chipping overall. The pictures make the paint look better than it is The rear door latch is broken, but still usable. Rear 3'rd brake light lens on top is missing..The little overhead TV? is not there. Couple of the tires are weather-cracked. A/C blows cool but by no means cold. Right side running board is missing.. Needs a good cleaning overall. Mini-blinds are there but not in great shape.

This is about as good as you will find mechanically for the year and price. I believe that it could safely be driven anywhere..
A cheap way for an individual or couple to camp.or tour.



ALL BIDDERS PLEASE READ;

This vehicle is sold as-is, where-is, with no warranty whatsoever. All bidders are encouraged and welcome to personally inspect the vehicle at any time prior to the end of bidding, or send a representative to do so.You are bidding to own this vehicle, not for the right to come and look at it. The only exception is that if the buyer arrives to pick up the vehicle and discovers a major mis-description, the buyers deposit will be refunded with no questions asked. However, this is a 20 year old vehicle. Please be realistic.
  
Bidders with less than 10 feedback please contact me before bidding, or your bid will be cancelled.

There is a $500.00 deposit due by verified PayPal  within 24 hours of the end of bidding. The balance is due within 7 days, and may be by cash, check, verified PayPal, or bank-to-bank transfer. Any form of check will cause the vehicle and title to be held for up to 14 days, pending clearing. If PayPal is used it must originate with an account that actually has the money in it....not one that clears with a credit card.

The owner can store the vehicle for up to 30 days after full payment is made.

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