Detail Info for: Volkswagen : Bus/Vanagon CAMPER 1978 Volkswagen Bus Vanagon Camper VW 78 CAMPER

Transaction Info

Sold On:
01/11/2011
Price:
$ 3850.00
Condition:
Used
Mileage:
58000
Location:
view seller's other items, 94556
Seller Type:
Private seller

Vehicle Specification

Year Make Model:
1978 Volkswagen Bus/Vanagon
Submodel Body Type:
CAMPER Minivan/Van
Engine:
4 - Cyl.
Transmission:
Manual
VIN:
to be posted
Vehicle Title:
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:

Vehicle Detail

Mechanical.- 1978 VW Camper, 5 new tires, 6,000 miles on rebuilt engine in 1999, runs great, shifts smooth, has great power. Speedo shows over 58,000 miles. Not sure if it is original or not. It could be, the last people who owned were a elderly couple and it just sat in their place for years. He said he had the engine rebuilt at Carls vw, or import in Bountiful Ut.in 1999. And he estimates there is 6,000 on the rebuild.  I think he said they owned the bus for about 19 years.. There are some things that need replaced. The starter works fine when cold, although when the motor warms up the starter does not work. So it will need replaced or maybe a heat shield wrap around it. The front beam has rust on it, which is common for this year, and should be replaced. The brakes work fine although you can feel a little pulsating and a little pull to the left when applied. The rotors should be turned in the front. The bus does drive fine just how it is although those things need attention. It has two batteries, all off the lights and electrical/dash components work, T-signals, headlights, high beams, wipers, horn, speedo gauge, brake lights, back up lights, side running lights. The windshield washer fluid did not spray, although I have not checked the fluid. Also the B light on the dash comes on. The suspension and handling actually feels real good and it is comfy to drive. Like I said it has great power, cruising on the freeway, shifts fine, no popping out off gear etc...  .. BODY------- Body is in good shape. No dents, just mostly dings, scratches, some rust etc... The previous owner painted the Beige on it because Grandma did not like Green. It is not the best paint job, although does not show too bad. The body is not beat to sh!t or dented up. There is some repair they have done to both off the rear wheel wells. There must have been some rust there. The pop top itself is solid with no cracks or damage. The windshield has a crack, the doors are sound and shut tight and are not loose etc... I do not have keys to the doors. . INTERIOR----- Interior is in good shape. The dash looks great, floor mat is in nice shape, no rips. The driver seat is good, passenger has some rips and a piece to cover up damage. The back seat is mostly all good with the exception off some tape on the top off the seats.  All the storage areas look pretty good and the doors work. The ceiling looks great and two off the interior lights are working. The pop top material is in good shape and actually I do not think there are any rips, and the zipper works on all three pieces. The screen is not on there anymore. I was told the fridge works fine when plugged in, and the sink needs a new electric pump. I have not tried the fridge myself although I will try it out this week.  -  OVERALL--- It is a 78 camper, 5 new tires, clear title, camper edition, rebuilt engine, drives great, lots of power shifts smooth, working stereo, nice pop top, working electrical, fridge, and looks decent. Front beam should be replaced at sometime and you can get one used for about $250.00 and the front Rotors should be turned.    TERMS/SHIPPING/ETC...Description is a reflection of the seller's opinion about the condition of the van.I'm not a mechanic or car expert. Buyer should inspect the vehicle and make his own evaluation of its condition. Van is sold AS IS WHERE IS.   Payment must be made within 3 days by Paypal or cash on pick up. Van is currently at my shipper's warehouse, available for inspection, in Hayward, CA S.F. Bay AREA. You can reach me @ (925) 899 3143. Walter

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