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1972 Vw Bus W/ '78 Motor That Needs Work, Restored, No Rust, Low Reserve! on 2040-cars
US $9,000.00
Year:1972
Mileage:6000
Location:
Lebanon, Missouri, United States
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I will be revising this listing with more details soon, but wanted to go ahead and start generating some interest. I have been out of the country for a year and am looking for the papers regarding the restoration work I have had done to it. I will also be adding more detailed pictures in the next day or two.
This VW bus is not currently running. Someone unfamiliar with the way the buses drive ran her too hard and sprung an oil leak in the freshly rebuilt 1978 motor. It had less than 5000 miles on the "new" motor when it happened, and I will have an exact mileage tomorrow when I go to the storage unit she's in. The engine actually locked up on my way to the shop to have her looked at. The mechanic removed the motor, but at the time I just didn't have more money to sink into rebuilding again, so the motor was put inside the sliding door of the bus and the vehicle has been in storage for a year or so. Now I am living out of the country and really just need to sell. I paid $9300 for this little beauty, but the seller lied about a few things that had supposedly been done to it. The filter became totally clogged from dirty, rusty fuel tank which has been completely flushed now, among many other issues that could have been avoided if it had been properly cared for and maintained. I then dropped about $7000 on restoration work, parts, and a rebuilt, more powerful 1978 motor at No Name Garage in Eugene, Oregon. Look them up, they are very reputable. I have a detailed list of everything that was done to it, but will have to revise my listing with this information soon as it is lost in the boxes in my garage at the moment. She's had new tires, brakes, rack and pinion, carbeurators, joints/axles, whole new accelerator pedal and mechanism, new brakes, all the engine cooling flaps replaced and put on properly (some idiot had removed them completely) along with several other things. The transmission was still running strong, so nothing was done to it. The steering box will eventually need to be rebuilt, but still functions properly. The speakers and CD player do not currently work. She had absolutely no rust. Now, there is a small rust spot where someone backed into it, causing a dent and broken taillight. Other than that, there is very little body damage, and nothing at all major. I will include detailed pics within the next week or so. The upholstery is virtually new, although some of the trim work inside is coming loose and the hinges of the closet are hanging. The screws are stripped on the curtain rods. The previous owner had the interior done, and it was a mediocre job on carpeting and trim, but the new seat upholstery and bed are pretty nice, and gray. The back seat folds down into a bed. The pop-up camper top is in like-new condition other than one small crack in the fiberglass that has a very slow drip when there is heavy rain. The canvas is great though. I will be available to show the vehicle in Springfield Missouri by appointment all week if anyone is interested in looking before buying. But let me tell you, this is a STEAL for a collector or reseller.. I have put so much money into the restoration of this classic beauty, I really hope to see it end up in the hands of someone who will appreciate her. Contact me to set up a viewing, or with any questions. I am not a mechanic, but will do my best to answer. It would be best if the buyer could arrange shipment before/after the sale as I know nothing about this. We can discuss payment options if you are interested in bidding. Good luck! She's a steal at this low price. Check back for more detailed pics and specs. |
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