Hello.

I am considering buying a '86 Synchro Wolfsburg Edition Westfalia Weekender,
5 speed.
It seems to be in very good condition with the exception that a mechanic
seems to think that a head gasket needs to be replaced. However, the engine
does not seem to be leaking any coolant.

Also, the compression is 130, 140, 125, 135. Is the low compression on one
cylinder a real concern? According to the owner, the compression has been
like this since 60K.

The engine has a about 129K miles.

One other concern I have is that the owner does some of the work on the
vehicle himself, such as replacing the clutch, and the brakes. Is this stuff
pretty easy to do on a Vanagon Synchro?

Did they make these in automatic transmissions?

How hard are these to find? How hard are they to sell?

Are the Blue Book prices accurate for resale?

Any advice in general about purchasing one of these would be greatly
appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

Justin Gordon