Vehicle Description
1971 Volkswagen type 2 Microbus custom camper I bought this vehicle
in 1996 from VW mechanic. I discarded the rear bumper and replaced
it with a 4 x 4, which prior experience had shown to be much more
protective and useful than the original bumper. The 1996 paint job
has held up remarkably, but has minor body rust spots in places. No
rust on undercarriage; California car. Now has only 11,000 miles on
1776 cc rebuilt engine, about 10% more powerful than original
engine. Installed by The Buggy House (Hayward) 2010. They also
added an extra 72-plate oil cooler, for long-distance hot-weather
driving. Regular maintenance performed by VW mechanics. 4 new tires
2300 miles ago. Spare is in unused condition. Alas: front end got
dented last fall in a low-speed accident. My poor baby! Broke my
heart! But luckily, no damage to lights, heating, or interior
shroud. Exterior dents only. Mileage is about 16+ mpg city, 20
highway, loaded. Everything works except: 1. I'm not sure about the
window washing system (I never used it, but I can't remember why)
2. After van sat for a couple of months, the gas tank gauge needle
failed to move. Hoping it jiggles loose soon... 3. Signal light
lever arms don't always return to neutral after turns; you have to
remember to click them off, but this soon becomes second nature. As
I recall from an earlier van, this requires a slight adjustment at
the steering column. This vehicle has the expected quirks and fixes
(cosmetic) expected in an old vehicle, but nothing crucial to
operation or driving. Passenger seat has split under the bottom
cover; driver seat is ripped on upper corner, under cover.
Craigslist only permits 24 photos, but I can send more if you want.
COMFORT & PRACTICALITY Fabulous vehicle for the right buyer. This
is the ideal vehicle for someone who wants to take the road less
traveled; it's great for back roads. Owner should be handy,
resourceful, and know how to change your own tires and maintain.
