I recently sold my '82 Westy after 4 years of loving care... and a new Jetta
engine for the last 3 years.  That of course had its challenges and rewards,
but overall is/was an excellent vehicle.  The current owner flew out to
California earlier this month and drove it home to Michigan in 5 days with
stops for skiing and not one problem.  He's stoked, I'm stoked for him.

My wife was glad I finally "got rid of that thing."  Of course, I turned
right around and bought a '90 Westy Auto.  It has very low miles, but I
imagine I'll have my share of fixits, from head gaskets to heater blowers.
I accept  it.  These vehicles are a surfers' dream ride.

ChrisR
'90 Westy "Blue Whale"