1973 Panel Van...transporter on 2040-cars
Blacksburg, Virginia, United States
Engine:1700
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
Sub Model: Panel Van
Make: Volkswagen
Exterior Color: Black
Model: Bus/Vanagon
Number of Cylinders: 4
Trim: standard
Drive Type: rear wheel drive
Options: CD Player
Mileage: 116,427
1973 Panel van up for bidding. This van is in very good shape for the year. The sliding door operates nicely as the track and supporting metal has been replaced, the driverside floorpan has also been repaired. The entire electrical system has been rewired and everything works as the factory intended some features like the headlights even better. It has new modern fuse and relay panels and metri-pack connectors throughout. The front end is tight and it rides very nicely down the road. The RA08 tires are nearly new as well as the front brakes including the rotors, rear brakes are also in fine working order. The front doors have new handles and locks. The windshield is recently replaced and is perfect. The fuel system including the tank and pump are new and the tank has a liner in it to keep it rust free for years to come. Interior is in fair shape, has a decent stereo. Trans works well and shifts well. The engine is a 1700 pancake style and has dropped a valve, so currently it is not running. With the addition off a rebuilt engine this bus is a daily driver, everything else mechanically is really in good shape. I have lots of parts and panels that go with, including a battery tray and driver side rocker repair panel, both of which it could use but not in dire need. The frame and underside are in amazing shape compared to most vehicles of this vintage. New clutch cable as well as the sleeve at the tranny that wears out. Heating system is in need of repair, I never drove it in the winter so it never bothered me. Some dumb@$$ previous owner cut holes in the rear panels but they have been repaired, one fairly well, one not so much but can be fixed up easily. Not really that noticeable but not that great either. If you are looking for a solid vintage bus to drive or build a project around this is the one you want. Panel vans are fairly rare and in my opinion super cool looking as vws go. I will help with shipping arrangements if necessary, at winners expense. Full payment within 3 days of auction end. Acceptable payment methods are, cash, cashiers check. Contact me to discuss other payment methods. Also feel free to contact me with questions
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