Hey Jay,

I see you're on gmail - why not upload the pics you have to Picasa Web
Albums (part of google, if you're not familiar - http://picasaweb.google.com)
and post the link for everyone. Sometimes it helps folks determine a value
if they can get a visual.

It may also help if you can supply a "bottom" price or a price range that
you're thinking of. Then the community can tell you if you're off your
rocker or right on target.

Oh - and like someone else mentioned - tell us where it's located. I can't
for the life of me remember where you've mentioned you live.

Hope that helps. ;-)

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On Sat, Sep 25, 2010 at 9:06 AM, Jay lefstein <jleftbrane@gmail.com> wrote:

> well don it is what it is, i am ok with you thinking it has no or low
> value.. Thats exactly why i posted it the way i did... You think its worth
> below $10,000 obviously. And thats really what i am after.. There are at
> least a dozen syncro westys online for $30,000 plus mines about $10,000 of
> work away from being very at par with them i think
>
> Thank you,
> Jay Lefstein.
> Sent from my mobile device.
>
> On Sep 25, 2010, at 5:40 AM, Don Hanson <dhanson928@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
>
> >  Where is this $10k plus syncro?  Sounds like you have worked on it some
> > but rusty seams and a leaky motor makes it.....not so appealing?  I agree
> > with the fellow who says "Is it or is it not for sale?"  You ought to
> decide
> > rather than trying to lure a big fat offer and then go "Jeeze, that much?
>  I
> > think I'll keep it then"  or "Jeeze, is that all?  I'll keep it then"...
> >  Don Hanson
> >
> >
> >
> > On Fri, Sep 24, 2010 at 10:58 PM, Paul <wognacious@gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> >> Fish or cut bait, if you're selling it list a price and be done with it.
> >> Dangling carrots is a waste of time for everybody especially us donkeys.
> >> paul
> >>
> >> On Fri, Sep 24, 2010 at 5:54 PM, Jay lefstein <jleftbrane@gmail.com>
> >> wrote:
> >>
> >>> I may sell my 1987 syncro westy...
> >>>
> >>> I bought it last spring for an undisclosed amount between $10,000 and
> >>> $15,000
> >>>
> >>> I then performed the following maintenance and mechanical upgrades in
> >>> the last 5000 kms:
> >>>
> >>> new disk's and pads in the front, new drums in the back ( had rust
> >>> vibes from sitting )
> >>>
> >>> new emerg brake cables and guides
> >>>
> >>> new upper ball joints
> >>>
> >>> new main coolant pipe from pump to t-stat and both sensors
> >>>
> >>> rebuilt the t-stat housing with new t-stat, cap, stainless hardware
> >>> seals,
> >>>
> >>> new oil pressure switch's
> >>>
> >>> installed a good used front diff and repacked cv's
> >>>
> >>> installed rubber flooring from a transporter in the front and between
> >>> the front seats
> >>>
> >>> installed a nicer cluster ( i had it kick'n, why not?? )
> >>>
> >>> new electric portion of the key switch
> >>>
> >>> new speakers all the way around, Boston's in the back and JL'S in the
> >>> front ( had them kick'n so why not )
> >>>
> >>> front grill from an 90 ( bigger vw symbol)
> >>>
> >>> good used left front signal lens
> >>>
> >>> rebuilt and cleaned a set of headlights and installed piaa bulbs and a
> >>> jay brown bright light relay kit ( re did all the grounds under the
> >>> dash at that time )
> >>>
> >>> good used power mirrors
> >>>
> >>> new poptop seals and new acrylic 3 window tent
> >>>
> >>> new skylight , seal, winder, stainless hardware
> >>>
> >>> some new trim here and there, new fire extinguisher .
> >>>
> >>> blue seas ACR and second battery with ( used 8gauge stereo wiring and
> >>> fuses..expensive but works sweet )
> >>>
> >>> new muffler, cat, o2 sensor tail pipe, gaskets etc.. passed emissions
> >>> no prob.
> >>>
> >>> 16" wheels from an SL500 with BFG AT'S 215/70R16 ( bought 5 tires but
> >>> still need the 5th rim...tire rack sells it for $109 i hear...good
> >>> news )
> >>>
> >>> new long studs in rear hubs with 8mm spacers so the rear wheels are
> >>> out as far as fronts ( not needed but makes the van look better )
> >>>
> >>> installed air lift air bags, in the rear
> >>>
> >>> got fuel gauge working ;)
> >>>
> >>> replaced 12v socket on dash
> >>>
> >>> removed spin plate from drivers side and installed a high end Recaro
> >>> seat ( nicer then the gowesty ones) normal seat with arm rests on
> >>> other side
> >>>
> >>> gowesty plate steel bumpers with integrated 2"
> >>>
> >>> new shurflo faucet and pump with gowesty foot pedal.
> >>>
> >>> newer propane tank with new regulator and accessory port, all new
> >>> lines to appliances,
> >>>
> >>> good used locks and or handles all the way around all re-keyed to use
> >>> the same key and a vw switch blade key at that ...
> >>>
> >>> i am sure i am forgetting a few things in this list...
> >>>
> >>> parts i have not installed but may include for the right price
> >>> include: ; for few tank ; new sender, new stainless ring for inside
> >>> the tank stainless straps, re seal kit with all hose's gromet's vents
> >>> etc.
> >>>
> >>> new windsheild and seal
> >>>
> >>> all new non chrome seals for the whole van
> >>>
> >>> 2 rear side vent windows ( they started using these in 88 )
> >>>
> >>> could also include the amp, sub, and alpine dvd deck ipod/phone ready
> >>> + the 10" flip down screen w/custom adjustable bracket and wireless
> >>> headphones
> >>>
> >>> what i think it needs :
> >>>
> >>> drive shaft balancing ( vibes a bit between 60 and 80 kms ) goes away
> >>> with shaft out...
> >>>
> >>> engine conversion: i think it has a blowby issue and therefor leaks
> >>> oil. ( runs great otherwise)
> >>>
> >>> has a some noticeable dents one quite bad on the pass side behind the
> >>> sliding door as well as a bit of the door ( i have a good door in a
> >>> darker bule with no blems to exchange it with.
> >>>
> >>> has some slight seem rust that if taken care of sooner then late wont
> >>> be an issue
> >>>
> >>> right side brake caliper ( i think it is sticking slightly, may try
> >>> one of my parts van this weekend, if i can find a helper to bleed...)
> >>>
> >>> i have been offered a 2.1 in somewhat unknown condition for free. but
> >>> the thought of putting a 2.1 in it without knowing the condition pains
> >>> me... I heard it run and removed it from a syncro van before
> >>> installing a bostig conversion over a year ago and am not sure of the
> >>> condition..
> >>>
> >>> i would like to do a subaru 2.5 in it but i don't want to get into
> >>> debt so i am thinking about selling the whole van and driving a
> >>> scooter untill i get rich , so basically for the rest of my life i
> >>> will drive a scooter..
> >>>
> >>> I would be open to offers, but will not give it away
> >>>
> >>> i have a few pics i could send
> >>>
> >>> thanks
> >>> J
> >>>
> >>
>