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Subject:Re: '89 Syncro Westfalia, what price?
Date:Fri, 2 Feb 2007 18:37:55 EST

In a message dated 2/2/07 6:30:35 PM Eastern Standard Time,
zolo@FOXINTERNET.NET writes:

> I am restoring a nice, low mileage Westfalia and I am not sure what price
> can I ask for it.  Of course, I can not charge for all the time spent on it as
> a pro would, but I am curious what the list would say.  66k original miles,
> all wheel drive, color is dove blue, interior is immaculate and everything
> works.  Complete new professional paint job is just under way.  I will get the
> power mirrors and the bumpers and the skirt the same color to have it the
> 21st century look.  New windshield, alloys, and all the handles and wipers
> painted by the pro too.  Window rubbers lifted for paint to get behind.  Engine
> and parts in there, will be POR painted by the respective colors.
> Originally from first owner and exceptionally well kept.  Kitchen unit was
> removed and behind it was treated and POR 15 painted to preserve it from
> future condensation's harm.  New carpet and battery.  Canvas is good, new skylight
> and it is fixed to work well to open and close.  New antenna, new water pump
> for the kitchen too.  Da, da, da.  Removable Alpine radio/CD player.
> Central locking, power windows.  New brakes. Yadi, yadi, yada.
> Well, I just hope, it will go to someone who is goint take care of it.
> Right now, I am undecided what I can ask for it conservatively.
> Zoltan

with the low miles i'd say maybe around $20k..

chris