1990 Volkswagen Bus/Vanagon

This 1990 VW bus carries along the history of the type which started in this country in the early 1950's. I have purchased two [2] other vehicles on eBay. This by far & away was the best experience that I've had. The seller made this a 100 % positive transaction. I can't say enough about his assistance & cooperation.

The item itself [if you discount it's age]is about as close to perfect as you can get. I flew from Chicago, IL. to Richmond, Va to bring the unit home. Before starting the 856 mile trip, I has "Jiffy Lube" do the oil change, check the fluids, and tires thing. Jumped in the van & took off. During the whole trip the van never [never, never] gave me a bit of trouble. The only trouble I encountered was the high winds in the mountains. Having a van is kinda' like having a sail boat. The wind likes to push you along [or sideways]. As stated the van is in close to perfect condition. With the exception of a small tear in the pass. side front cushion, there are no stains or wear spots on the seats or carpets. All doors operated as designed. There is no problem with the large side [cargo] door or its locking handle. The sliding door has a small ding in it, but the seller mentioned [& photographed] it during the auction, so I was aware of it. Of course, you have to remember you only have 4 cyl's back there [it's rear engined], so it takes awhile to build up speed [to take a run up some of the steeper grades & mountain passes]. I was still going around the semi's while doing such. All in all, going down the interstates posed no problem. The only thing I can think of, is the A/C unit, although blowing cold air, probably could use a recharge, that is if you want to make ice cubes from the driver's seat. During the trip home I kept the speed between 55 to 60 mph, and my mileage was a honest 25.67 per gallon: not bad for a shoe box with wheels. There was a high wind advisory out at the time, & the state troopers were pulling the double lenght tractor trailers off the road into the rest areas or plaza's, so there was alot of wind buffeting. There is one annoyance that I can think of, & that is the buzzer that goes off if you leave your lights on or the key in when you shut down. The damn buzzer sounds like a "kiddy" ice cream trucks. You know - the kind that comes around the neighborhood during the summer. I've got to do something about that. All in all, because of this experience, I will most likely buy another one of these{VW Vanagon]. Only the next one will be a Camper type, so my better half & I can do some overnight fishing trips. If you like the design, & can find one that fits your situation [or conditions], you won't be sorry buying one of these. For what you are getting versus the current market pricing this is a real steal, & they [VW} have quite importing them [you can still get them in Europe I understand], so get yours while the gettin's good. Well, "Good Luck" from a former "Hippie" turned Structural Engineer.

great van for manny purposes. i like it alot. great on gas, great for two people to sleep in an emergency and fun to drive.