1975 Volkswagen Westfalia Camper Van

Description

What we have here is an original 1975 Volkswagen Westfalia Camper Van. This vehicle was a barn find and rescued from a farm back in 2005. It was discovered with only 62,000 original miles and has since been on many fantastic road trips bringing the current total to 68,000 miles. We've tried as much as we possibly could to keep this van in the original condition in which it was found. Only what was necessary to make it mechanically sound and safe for the road was replaced. For fear of the fiberglass shell of the pop-top disintegrating in the sun, we decided it was necessary to have it refinished and brand new seals installed. This was professionally done in a restoration shop. The bumper and rims were done to match.
ConditionThe condition of the paint in the wheel wells and the underbody indicates that the odometer in this vehicle has not rolled over which suggests that this is a true survivor with only 68,000 miles. I have included pictures of the inside of each wheel and both frame rails to show just how clean the body of this van is. Aside from a few touch-ups on dents and chips over the years, all of the orange paint on the vehicle is completely factory original. This includes the entire inside, outside, and underbody.If you ever dreamed of the chance to buy a near mint factory original Volkswagen van, this is IT!
No Evidence of rust or rust repair havebeen foundInterior carpet and upholstery is original orange plaidNew black-out curtainsVehicle is tobacco smoke-freeVehicle starts good, runs well, and drives niceBrakes and tires are brand newGas tank was removed and steam cleaned before being reinstalledAll filters have been replaced
Despite the remarkable state of this van, after 41 years there are some minor odds and ends that do not function like new. These include the sliding door only locking from the inside, the fuel gauge not working, etc. Pop-top is original and in good working condition, however some tears in the canvas have been patched and there has been some sun fading over the years. The van is in used condition therefore some defects are to be expected. Parking lot dents, scrapes, etc.
FeaturesAutomatic transmission (exceptionally rare)Pop-top camperFridge and sink (some plumbing required)Original rear hatch bug screenInterior lightingDeluxe 8-track radio that works!Front mounted spare tireRear window defrost
Past HistoryHave owned this vehicle since 2005. Only one other previous owner.Non-winter driven.
We have spent in the thousands of dollars on initial mechanical repairs and maintenance costs on this vehicle since we bought it in 2005.
Shipping and PaymentPick-up and shipping, including all costs, is the sole responsibility of the successful bidder. Vehicle must be picked up by successful bidder within 30 days of auction close.
Vehicle is located 70 miles south of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and 90 miles north of the Montana/Alberta border.
Vehicle is sold as-is with no warranty implied.
PayPal deposit of $1000 required within 24 hours of auction close. Full payment required within 7 days of auction close.For the purpose of this auction, "shipped" (on the part of the seller) will refer to when the vehicle is removed from storage and available for buyer pick-up. Vehicle will not be released/shipped until full payment has been received and cleared. Successful bidder is responsible for transport of the vehicle from its current location.
If deposit or full payment is not received within outlined time frames, vehicle and deposit are forfeited.