1979 Volkswagen Camper Bus Westfalia Vw Microbus Transporter on 2040-cars
Hodgenville, Kentucky, United States
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:4 cyl
Drive Type: rear
Make: Volkswagen
Mileage: 46,104
Model: Bus/Vanagon
Trim: camper
1979 VW camper
I have the buyers order where it was purchased new in Ft Worth Texas and spent most of its life on west coast making it practically rust free. You can still see the original paint and seam sealant on the undercarriage and wheel wells, around windshield, rockers, and even the battery box is original and solid. There is some surface rust , few pin holes, and a couple of small minor dents that were filled years ago but other than that the body is in excellent shape.
I have the receipt for a new long block 2.0 engine that was installed 13k miles ago. Runs great with plenty of power, fresh tune up and oil change, new 55 amp alternator. Clutch works smooth 4 speed tranny shifts great. Lights, turn signals, and wipers all work, doors open and shut good, windows all work properly. Brand new tires with less than 300 miles on them ; she drives great; brakes are awesome they will stop on a dime. I drive this bus daily with no issues. Odometer shows 46,104 I am assuming it is 146,104.
The interior is clean and neat fold down bed works smooth and has full size bed in pop top. New laminate floor installed in camper area. Baby hammock is there and rear bug shield Has working sink and propane stove, also has electric fridge but I have not gotten it to work properly and it trips the breaker when plugged in. Will need the canvas replaced on the pop up, white vinyl was removed from wood headliner leaving adhesive residue and has minor amount of moisture that has come thru between the pop tops on the drivers side(see pics). The fuel gauge is not working, starter will drag occasionally but never fails to start, and it leaks a little oil from the rubber oil filler tube.
I have given you all the good bad and ugly about this classic bus so you can bid with confidence. You are welcome to come drive and look at bus anytime or you can call me with any questions at 270-491-0763. I have many more pictures and some videos if you need them just ask I will be glad to get them to you.
I prefer local pick up but will work with a shipping company to get this bus to your location as long as you arrange it and pay them directly. $500 deposit required thru pay pal with remainder paid at time of pick up in cash, or wire transfer for buyers requiring shipping. This is a 33 year old bus so there is no warranty or returns. Thanks for looking and don't miss out on this very solid bus with loads of potential for fun or investment.
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