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Subject:Re: [vanagon] very cheap Syncro Doublecab on samba..$4k with rear sliders AND canopy!!!
From:Christopher Gronski
Date:Wed, 9 Nov 2005 12:25:21 -0500

Yeah German eBay is a great resource, but as you've indicated the
shipping (and bank wire transfer charges for payment) are crazy.

That said, I have usually found great bargains, so when you add
picking up something really rare to a low sale price it still evens
out in your favor.

Did anyone check out the wheels on this DOKA? I want a pair!!!!

Chris

On 11/7/05, BenT Syncro <syncro@gmail.com> wrote:
> On 11/7/05, JORDANVW@aol.com <JORDANVW@aol.com> wrote:
> >
> > << the minor seam rust will prolly scare you WUSSY west coasters
> > off but this is a good deal.. the canopys/tilts go for more than $1000
> > alone..and the rear sliding windows are worth good money too.. >>
>
>  I got my canopy on German Ebay for $50. Shipping cost $150. The cab height
> canopies are worth more than the ones on this truck. As far sliders, there's
> always some at Buy-It prices of $159 each for black Tristar windows, less
> for silver ones. As far as rust, you are right. We in the West see this as a
> parts truck. Cheaper to find a cleaner example and pay a bit more. I'm sure
> that makes sense in any coast. Tranny is bad. Body parts rotted. It's really
> difficult to even consider it for parts. There are lots of nicer ones for
> less money.
>  Just my 2 Cents,
>  BenT
>

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