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Item:1971 Volkswagen Bus/Vanagon Westfalia
1971 Volkswagen Bus/Vanagon Westfalia
1971 VW Westfalia camperResearch 1971 Volkswagen Bus/Vanagon
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Ended:Nov 10, 200920:10:35 PST
Bid history:25 bids
Winning bid:US $7,500.00
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Deposit of US $1,000.00 within 24 hours of auction close. Full payment required within 7 days of auction close.
Shipping:Buyer responsible for vehicle pick-up or shipping.
Item Location:Chicago, IL, United States

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Item number:200401931628
Item condition:Used
Sells to:United States
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Vehicle History Report Summary for 1971 Volkswagen Bus/Vanagon Westfalia
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No title issuesNo report/theft or other events
No accidents or damageNo special vehicle use
No odometer rollbackNo loan or lien records
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Number Of Owners:2
VIN:2312239182
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Report Run Date:Nov-03-2009 10:10:38.832 CST
Title: 1971 VW Westfalia camper
Mileage: 50,646 miles
Location: Chicago, IL
Vehicle Information
VIN: 2312239182 | See the free Vehicle History Report
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Title: Clear
Condition: Used
For sale by: Private seller
Features
Body type: Minivan/VanEngine: 4 CylinderExterior color: Orange
Transmission: ManualFuel type: GasolineInterior color: Gold
Disability equipped: --    
 I bought this Westy in Canada one year ago. It was an original Canadian import that meets all US DOT requirements. Speedo is MPH since that was the Canadian standard then.  I had no trouble importing it to the USA. It has a clear South Dakota title but is now garaged in Chicago.It was orinally purchased in Halifax NS where it stayed until I bought it. The previous owner and restorer showed proof the vehicle was stored since 1984. It is rust free and the year old paint is perfect. They only painted the outside and left the nearly mint interior unrestored as it did not need it. It does have evidence of use and is obviously a used but loved Bus. Original AM radio. Has original gas heater that I have never used, but was told a year ago it worked. It drives very nicely. Tight steering box, good shocks, first year for disc brakes, the transmission is the best Bus trans I have used. The mileage may be accurate, but there is no proof. I was told it has the original engine with recent head work. Last time I drove it we achieved 68 MPH which is factory top speed. It does take a while to warm up. It will stall in the city until a few miles are covered. Engine sounds very good with no bad noises. I spent the last 30 years of my life dyno testing engines and I know the sound of a solid engine. No heater boxes, J tubes instead. Comes with a spare front seat, clutch, carb and tune up parts.

I am selling as I now have severe gout and arthritis and cannot operate the clutch.

This Westy turns heads and amazes people with it's excellent condition.

Sold as where is. If not picked up on location will need to trucked as I cannot drive it.

$1000.00 deposit within 24 hours of auction close.  Balance due in 7 days.
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 Q: can you add or email me some detailed pics of the undercarriage, bare floorboards, engine/battery compartments, around front windshield/rear window & any rust areas? thanks, and good luck! healthy_soul99@yahoo.com
A: More pics Friday.
Nov 04, 2009 
  
 Q: Hi, Was there ever any rust on van? How is pop up and other accessories worn, out perfect??? How do you keep van out of salt in chicago? Thank you, Ed
A: Info sent
Nov 04, 2009 
  
 Q: I wanted to know if you can tell me the reserve price? I am very interested and want this bus, but if the reserve is over my available cash, I'll need to look elsewhere. Thanks' Mark
A: I will not be showing privately until the auction ends.
Nov 04, 2009 
  
 Q: Could you send a picture of the stove and engine. Only if possible can you show a picture of the undercarriage? Thank you. I am in Atlanta. steve.babcock@dhs.gov
A: Pic sent
Nov 04, 2009 
 Q: hello can u tell me were the camper is so i can stop by and look at it i live right outside of chicago also whats the story with the heater boxes i live here and will need whatever heat i can get without useing the gas... Continue reading
A: I will not be showing privately until the auction ends.
Nov 04, 2009 
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