JordanVw@AOL.COM wrote:
>
> In a message dated 8/28/99 8:41:14 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
> lbissell@SLONET.ORG writes:
>
> << I would like to get a general idea of some of the costs so that I can
>  estimate if this project is worth it.
>
>  1. new paint job
>  2. new bumpers
>  3. new single seat
>  4. new upholstery
>  5. new seat belts
>   >>
>
> the cost to do the above is prolly more than the van costs.  fiberglass
> bumpers are fixable. at $400 each, new - they better be. I used fiberglass
> matting, and resin to repair my back bumper on my van. it used to be in 3
> pieces, now you cant even tell.    as far as the dirty interior - clean it.
> take the carpets out, shampoo and pressure wash them, and shampoo the seats.
> you'll be surprised at what a little elbow grease can do.  as far as the
> paint, is the clearcoat dull?  you dont have to repaint the whole van,
> because of a few rust spots, you can just treat those epots, then get some
> offer them a lower amount than the 3k.
>
> chris

It's only worth about 2k max...