GREAT 1972 Volkswagen Westfalia Camper / Bus

Great 1972 VW Westfalia Camper.   Owned for 2+ years and have camped in MA. ME and NH with her.   Mileage is listed as 22. xx but it has certainly turned over.   We have put almost 3000 miles on her in our 2+ years of ownership.   Purchased from CA where it was restored.   Only selling to raise cash for a real estate opportunity (dream cottage on PEI!).   Only driven May-October (garaged November-April).   NO RUST ANYWHERE!  Battery tray. dog legs. rockers. windshield frame and pinch-welds are all rock solid.

After sitting all winter. we put in a new battery at the beginning of May and she started right up.   Idles smoothly and has plenty of power.   We haven't taken her camping yet this year (it's been too cold here in New England) but have put approximately 150 miles on her this May going to little league games. cruise nights and (occasionally) to/from work.

'72 is the first year for the Type IV motor (1. 7L in this first iteration) and the last year for the low signal lights and classic rounded bumpers.   Motor is strong with great compression (measured last August at between 118-121 in all cylinders).   Factory correct dual Solex carbs.   During our ownership. we've adjusted the valves and carbs (including new needles/seats). and replaced brake pads ('12). fuel lines ('13) and battery ('14).   Ride is good with some play in the steering.   4 Speed transmission shifts smoothly through all gears with no grinding.   Clutch is strong.   Front disk/rear drums work great and provide plenty of stopping power.   E-brake works great as well.   All glass is good except for the passenger's side mirror which has a crack.   Interior was re-done in CA by previous owner and is in great shape with no rips. no tears and no loose stitching.   Rear seat folds easily to bed and back again.   Pop top is in great shape with 3 zipper screens. working latches and no rips/holes/tears.   Upper cot has no rips/holes/tears.   Interior cabinets are in good shape and sink pump is fully functional.   Paint was also done in CA by previous owner and is good (not great) with several small chips/scratches (what can I say?  We actually camp in her!).   It is not a show car . but EVERYONE that sees it thinks it is.  

Everything (headlights. tail-lights. brake lights. directionals. windshield wipers. horn) works except for the reverse lights and license plate light (they did work . think it is a fuse.   Hasn't been a priority but I will try to fix before it is sold) and the windshield washer jets (we've never taken her out in bad weather so we have no use for this anyway but feel it should be mentioned).   Also. the heat is not hooked up.   I removed the blower/hoses to make it easier to access the engine bay but I have these parts and will include them in the sale.

I see this written so often when someone lists a classic car: "don't buy if you don't like attention because everyone will want to stop and talk . blah. blah blah".   But in this case. it is absolutely true!  30min trips into town for ice cream routinely take over an hour because it seems like everybody who sees her either had one in college. had a friend or crazy uncle that had one and/or just wants to sit and talk about her.   She really does make people smile.

As with any old (40+ years) vehicle. you can expect to do some tinkering to make sure everything is in top shape.   She is sold as-is. with no warranty expressed or implied.   That said. she is a great. honest Westy that has provided our family with hours of enjoyment and untold memories.   I will not give her away but the reserve is reasonable.   I have the title. free and clear. in my name.   Shipping arrangements/cost is the responsibility of the buyer but I will help facilitate shipping as needed.   Also. we can provide covered. garage storage. at our residence. for up to 30 days after payment is received.   If you have any questions. please don't hesitate to call: 978. 289. 8212.   Thanks for checking out our auction . best. Bill

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