Asking $32,500
For sale is my beautifully restored Westy that features new paint, new interior and freshened up mechanicals.
I started with a good running rust-free van that was in need of some cosmetic love. Two years later it's done, ready for the next owner.
The van is perfectly simple, no power steering, no power windows, no air conditioning.
Originally Pastel White, I added the Brilliant Orange two tone paint scheme during the restoration. It was a comprehensive paint job:
-all windows, poptop, dash and interior removed during paint;
-if a body panel had severe dents, it was replaced with new metal;
-all body seams were mechanically stripped and re-sealed with new seam sealer;
-all rubber window and door seals were replaced, as well as the Poptop canvas and Poptop seals.
In re-assembling the van I had all the upholstery and carpet replaced as well as the interior panels and door cards. I even replaced the awful fiberglass cabin wall insulation with improved Thinsulate material. The interior is brand new, never camped in, never smoked in, and never seen a pet.
Engine wise, the van is as it arrived from the factory when the speed limit was 55. The 1.9 liter water cooled motor is a factory remanufactured unit, not sure when it was replaced. The van shows over 200,000 miles, and I assume the engine has about half that mileage. The engine runs well and shows consistent compression across all cylinders, around 140 psi. Its smooth and quiet, but not fast.
The four speed transmission shifts beautifully. It was just taken apart, inspected and received a new 3/4 slider gear and third gear syncro, a common problem for this vintage van.
Tires are brand new (6/2024) and of the proper D weight and sidewall rating for this vehicle.
The camping stove and propane tank work as they should. The fridge cools when running on electricity, but have not tested it on propane. The sink and water system has been rebuilt with a new water pump and all new water lines. All camping cabinetry was removed from the van and cleaned as part of the restoration. The Poptop canvas is brand new and features 3 windows for excellent ventilation. It still has the cool original Westfalia stuff like the two rear tables, the original AC extension power cord for hooking up at campsites. All the curtains are in great shape including a brand new windshield snap on curtain for privacy.
The suspension and some other areas were in need of refreshing for safety reasons, so I rebuilt the front suspension, replaced the entire fuel system including the high pressure fuel lines and fuel tank, and refreshed the brake system. Details and new parts are listed below.
The result is a head-turning, smooth driving, great handling Westfalia that is perfect for camping or attending shows and parades. Or its a solid platform for an engine conversion if desired.
Full album of photos with restoration pictures and Car Fax available upon request.
Heres the details on whats been done
Full repaint including all body seams cleaned and re-sealed with 2-part seam sealer
Original Pastel White color enhanced with two-tone Brilliant Orange
All windows removed for paint, and re-installed with new window seals on all windows including front wing windows
New door seals
New windshield
New 3-window Poptop canvas
All new Poptop seals, including for skylight and front luggage rack
Poptop removed and interior upholstery deep cleaned prior to reassembly
New interior including new seat upholstery and interior wood panels and door cards
During restoration all fiberglass cabin insulation was replaced with upgraded Thinsulate batt insulation
New rear heater core and heater valve
New Sewfine carpet kit
Engine tune up
New O2 sensor
New spark plugs
Coolant flush
Oil change and new German Mann oil filter
Transmission just received new upgraded 3/4 slider, shifts quiet and smooth, zero issues found during the job
New transmission fluid
New Clutch master cylinder
Fuel system rebuild
All new high pressure fuel lines
New injector seals
New fuel tank
New fuel tank grommets, and new evaporative system hoses
New fuel filter, upgraded to canister type filter located post fuel pump
Front suspension rebuild including:
New lower ball joints
New upper ball joints
New lower control arm bushings, upgraded to polyurethane
New steering rubber flex joints (2)
New radius rod bushings and sleeves
Brake system refresh including:
All new flex brake lines
New front disc brake pads
Brake fluid flush
New rear brake wheel cylinders
New rear brake shoes
New rear brake hardware kit
Bilstien HD shocks on front and rear, the van handles great!
All (4) CV joints rebuilt, new grease and rubber boots
New tires (6/2024), load range D, proper load rating for this vehicle
Message or email with any questions. I removed my phone number from this ad because of spammers, so if you'd like to chat just email me your phone and i'll call you back.
Thanks!
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