well, the ad was deleted again.   The link I posted a few minutes ago no longer works.

this is what it said;

1990 Vanagon 4 speed Carat A1 condition. For sale by private owner, Vanagon enthusiast.
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1990 VW Vanagon Carat weekend camper, built by Westfalia in Germany (but NO POPTOP, NO KITCHEN). Queen size fold down rear bed, privacy curtains, pop up table, rear facing removable jumpseat. California van, zero rust. For many people this is better than a full Poptop Westy....this is a vehicle you can use for camping AND as a daily driver/people hauler.....and you'll never have to sleep in a wet tent again!

Original "Tornado Red" paint (very desirable color, only available 1990/1991 models), only 110k miles on vehicle, rare factory 4 speed manual transmission (Most Carats were automatics).
If you want a cheap Vanagon do not buy this one. If you want one that is in excellent shape and will get rarer and more unique as time goes on this is one to consider.

This is one of the cleanest, nicest Vanagons you'll ever see, with a very desirable configuration and very desirable paint color.
Engine is strong and healthy. Recent service, head gaskets recently replaced.

Many more photos here http://www.californiavan.com/90redcarat4speed/

Power mirrors, power windows, central locking, cruise control all work fine. New CAT, new windshield. AC needs service.

2nd owner. Paul (415) 738-2217

(SF cell number.... van is physically in Seattle)