1984 Vanagon Westfalia Subaru Conversion and Upgrades
Consignment Van "Trigger" $52,000
Trigger is on Consignment Agreement with Westy World. Owner has approved a viewing of the full Pre-Sale Inspection Report for any serious buyers. Owner approved all mechanical recommended repairs to ensure new buyer could turn the key and go.
History
Trigger was originally purchased and delivered to the previous owner at the Westfalia factory
in Westfalia Germany. It was common then for car buyers to take delivery of a new
US specified car at the factory in Europe and travel in it with return shipping to
home as a promotional package. The previous owner of Trigger and his retired friends
bought several 1984 Westfalia vans together and toured Europe for 6 months. They
were white with a red and blue stripe on the van sides representing USA, the van’s
final home destination. (Download the History File below to read more about Triggers story.)
in Westfalia Germany. It was common then for car buyers to take delivery of a new
US specified car at the factory in Europe and travel in it with return shipping to
home as a promotional package. The previous owner of Trigger and his retired friends
bought several 1984 Westfalia vans together and toured Europe for 6 months. They
were white with a red and blue stripe on the van sides representing USA, the van’s
final home destination. (Download the History File below to read more about Triggers story.)
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Basic Information
1984 Vanagon Westfalia Full Camper Package: Manual transmission, manual windows, power steering, air conditioning, sleeps 4, propane stove, 12V Fridge, swivel seats. Original paint. Always adult driven.
Highlights
Full VW camper package, California compliant Subaru conversion, manual transmission, power steering, manual windows, original paint- excellent. Owner purchased in 1985 and sole driver. 4 wheel disc Big Brakes with BMW booster, AC in dash, Propex heater, 12v fridge with off- grid 200 watt mounted solar
and 200 amp lithium battery system. Rust- free California vehicle, no accidents, gently driven.
1991 Subaru EJ22 California smog referee approved engine replacement: CARB sticker issued 2021 allowing smog test at any station. Purchased new OEM short block, not rebuilt. 27,850 miles on conversion.
Owner’s note: (Doctor owned) I have enjoyed my van, “Trigger”, since purchasing it from the original European factory- delivered owner in 1985. In 2011 I began the methodical process of rebuilding, upgrading, and replacing as much as possible to improve reliability and comfort continuing to the present. I have all records of repairs and parts totaling over $85,000 available to a buyer. All mechanical and maintenance work was done by 2 professional shops specializing in Vanagon conversions and upgrades. There is too much to list in the ad but a detailed record of restoration and upgrades is
available thru www.westy-world.com. Organized receipt books for Trigger are over 5” thick.
All recommended mechanical pre-sale issues have been addressed. An extensive PREPURCHASE INSPECTION REPORT is available from www.westy-world.com (click vans for sale) for serious buyers only. Additional photos, comprehensive list of conversion and upgrades, and Summary of Repair Costs
are posted on Westy World website, vans for sale.
SYSTEMS UPGRADED/ REPLACED- general overview:
Engine Conversion: 1991 Subaru EJ22 Kennedy Conversion with upgrades. Everything replaced with new during the conversion process. Shortened oil pan with dipstick behind license plate, High Amp Alternator and High Torque Starter kit.
Coolant system: Radiator replacement, oversized stainless steel coolant pipes, Aluminum reservoir, Silicone hoses where recommended.
Mechanical: Rebuilt: transmission with upgrades, clutch, Stick shift base assembly, CV joints. New Power Steering rack 2022, Powerflex bushing sets. Fuel system rebuild: coated gas tank, seals, sender unit, fuel pump 2020.
Brakes and Wheels: Big Brake 4 wheel discs with BMW brake booster. 2022 front vented discs installed with new pads (4 wheels) and master cylinder. 15” GoWesty wheels with full spare in original position (upgraded oversize tire carrier). Recent Nokian WRC3 215/65/R15 104/102 tires (set of 5)
Exterior: Replaced: All door and hatch seals, all window seals, new OEM front/ sliding door handles. Late model electric mirrors (wiring harness available but not installed), Go Westy replacement/compliant propane tank.
Exterior Lights: South African 4 headlight grille with H3/ H4 bulbs and high- power kit, 3 rd brake light, Exterior LED kit, New running light and brake lenses.
Pop Top: Modern 3 window tent, Dual assist strut kit, Yakima racks with Yakima Skybox,+ solar panel Awning: Fiamma F45S
Interior: Sewfine full interior upgrade: Wall and door panels, upholstery of bed and front seats, front seat cushion rebuild, curtains replaced, skylight replace, Refrigerator removal kit, all fiberglass insulation replaced with rigid. Sound deadening Dynamat all walls, doors, floor, firewalls.
Electrical: Coach battery: Full DC /solar electrical system: 200w Renogy panels on roof, 200 amps Battleborn batteries with internal heaters, Xantrex Inverter, Redarc DC/DC converter, exterior GoWesty remote solar hook up boxes for 2 remote panels, Battery isolator, Fully fused and circuit breakers,
Dometic CFX 53 liter electric refrigerator. Interior LED lighting system with dimmer and colored lights + multiple DC outlets
Comfort: In dash AC (Small Car), Propex propane heater
Stereo: Kenwood stereo, Alpine amp, Jl speakers- C-2 650 separates in front doors, Jl 400x rear.
Additional included in sale: Fiamma bike rack, GoWesty extension ladder, GoWesty mattress topper, replacement H3 and H4 headlights, replacement new Kennedy Catalytic converter+ muffler (CARB approved with placard), Fuses and spare parts, power mirror wiring harness.
and 200 amp lithium battery system. Rust- free California vehicle, no accidents, gently driven.
1991 Subaru EJ22 California smog referee approved engine replacement: CARB sticker issued 2021 allowing smog test at any station. Purchased new OEM short block, not rebuilt. 27,850 miles on conversion.
Owner’s note: (Doctor owned) I have enjoyed my van, “Trigger”, since purchasing it from the original European factory- delivered owner in 1985. In 2011 I began the methodical process of rebuilding, upgrading, and replacing as much as possible to improve reliability and comfort continuing to the present. I have all records of repairs and parts totaling over $85,000 available to a buyer. All mechanical and maintenance work was done by 2 professional shops specializing in Vanagon conversions and upgrades. There is too much to list in the ad but a detailed record of restoration and upgrades is
available thru www.westy-world.com. Organized receipt books for Trigger are over 5” thick.
All recommended mechanical pre-sale issues have been addressed. An extensive PREPURCHASE INSPECTION REPORT is available from www.westy-world.com (click vans for sale) for serious buyers only. Additional photos, comprehensive list of conversion and upgrades, and Summary of Repair Costs
are posted on Westy World website, vans for sale.
SYSTEMS UPGRADED/ REPLACED- general overview:
Engine Conversion: 1991 Subaru EJ22 Kennedy Conversion with upgrades. Everything replaced with new during the conversion process. Shortened oil pan with dipstick behind license plate, High Amp Alternator and High Torque Starter kit.
Coolant system: Radiator replacement, oversized stainless steel coolant pipes, Aluminum reservoir, Silicone hoses where recommended.
Mechanical: Rebuilt: transmission with upgrades, clutch, Stick shift base assembly, CV joints. New Power Steering rack 2022, Powerflex bushing sets. Fuel system rebuild: coated gas tank, seals, sender unit, fuel pump 2020.
Brakes and Wheels: Big Brake 4 wheel discs with BMW brake booster. 2022 front vented discs installed with new pads (4 wheels) and master cylinder. 15” GoWesty wheels with full spare in original position (upgraded oversize tire carrier). Recent Nokian WRC3 215/65/R15 104/102 tires (set of 5)
Exterior: Replaced: All door and hatch seals, all window seals, new OEM front/ sliding door handles. Late model electric mirrors (wiring harness available but not installed), Go Westy replacement/compliant propane tank.
Exterior Lights: South African 4 headlight grille with H3/ H4 bulbs and high- power kit, 3 rd brake light, Exterior LED kit, New running light and brake lenses.
Pop Top: Modern 3 window tent, Dual assist strut kit, Yakima racks with Yakima Skybox,+ solar panel Awning: Fiamma F45S
Interior: Sewfine full interior upgrade: Wall and door panels, upholstery of bed and front seats, front seat cushion rebuild, curtains replaced, skylight replace, Refrigerator removal kit, all fiberglass insulation replaced with rigid. Sound deadening Dynamat all walls, doors, floor, firewalls.
Electrical: Coach battery: Full DC /solar electrical system: 200w Renogy panels on roof, 200 amps Battleborn batteries with internal heaters, Xantrex Inverter, Redarc DC/DC converter, exterior GoWesty remote solar hook up boxes for 2 remote panels, Battery isolator, Fully fused and circuit breakers,
Dometic CFX 53 liter electric refrigerator. Interior LED lighting system with dimmer and colored lights + multiple DC outlets
Comfort: In dash AC (Small Car), Propex propane heater
Stereo: Kenwood stereo, Alpine amp, Jl speakers- C-2 650 separates in front doors, Jl 400x rear.
Additional included in sale: Fiamma bike rack, GoWesty extension ladder, GoWesty mattress topper, replacement H3 and H4 headlights, replacement new Kennedy Catalytic converter+ muffler (CARB approved with placard), Fuses and spare parts, power mirror wiring harness.
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Consignment Van For Sale Included with Tear Drop Trailer for $75,000
1987 Volkswagen Westfalia Subaru Engine Conversion with Automatic Transmission - Restored
Recently restored and turn key ready to travel now!
- NEW California 2.2 Premium Westy World Package (2.5 internals for increase HP)
- Aluminum Coolant Reservoir
- All New Cooling with Stainless Steel Cooling Pipes
- All New Fuel System including New Fuel Tank
- New Automatic Transmission Cooler
- New Cruised Control
- Passed California Smog
- COLD!! Rear Air Conditioning- with all new available parts.
- NEW Fiamma F45S White Awning- with shortened awning crank.
- New Utility Boxes with Solar Hook Up Box
- New Exterior Two Tone 2 Stage Paint: Alpine White and C2C-KBC09- Organic Green
- Doors off and Windows Out for Paint
- All New Window Seals and Body Seals
- New Complete Skylight Kit, Windshield, Rear Hutch Boots....
- New Three Window Pop-Top Tent with New German One Piece Seal
- New Propane Tank
- New Fridge Delete Kit
- New Front and Rear Small Car Big Disc Brakes.
- Upgraded BMW Brake Booster with Stainless Steel hoses.
- New Master Cylinder
- New Wheel Bearings
- New 944 Axles with Rockford Boots
- Rhino Designs Shifter Storage Console
- Instrument Cluster Upgrade Kit with Check Engine Light Decal and White Gauge Face Set
- Driver Side Gray Nardo Recaro Specialist M with Arm rest
- Go Westy Front and Rear Bumper with Trailer Hitch Kit and Universal Carrier with Spare Tire Mount
- Square to Round LED Headlight Grill Kit
- Windows out Window Tint at 60%
- Rebuilt Slider Windows with New Fuzzy Strips and Window Latch Kits
- New Faucet Upgrade Kit
- Custom Built Tear Drop Trailer
- 6 New 16" Wheels with Nokian 215 60 16 99HXL Tires
- Upgrade Dual Horn with Relay Kit
1990 Vanagon Westfalia Multivan
Consignment Sale $45,000
1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Multivan - it’s basically a Carat with a pop-top.
Multivans are high-end Westfalias. They are more rare and more utilitarian than the campers with kitchens. This one has
an aftermarket “Engel” swing motor fridge, which can be taken out for more storage/passenger space. It has power
windows, power door locks, and power mirrors.
This is a California vehicle. We’ve recently moved to the Lake Tahoe mountains and the vehicle is just not practical up
here, so, sadly, I need to sell her (my wife named her “Vana”).
Vanagon Upgrades – parts and labor = $35K+
Here are the many, many things that I’ve done to my Vanagon. Everything that I can think of at the moment.
1. Exterior – front to back
a. WestyWorld upgraded front bumper with integrated fog lights
b. GoWesty upgraded high-powered headlights
c. Luggage rack includes:
i. Dry bag
ii. Wet bag – need to find this, but we have it
iii. Cargo net
d. GoWesty “Wasser-stopper” rain fly
e. Canvas was upgraded to three window from GoWesty (they installed it)
f. ShadyBoy compact awning system
g. Tinted rear windows and hatch window (not front windows, illegal in CA)
h. Wheels – Ronal R9 – very rare and very beautiful.
i. External AC charging outlet for shore power
j. Renogy 100-watt flexible solar panel – custom roof-mounted
k. Rack mounts on the pop-top
l. Yakima rack towers and bars
m. Yakima large “basket”
n. Extra struts to help make it easy to lift the pop-top
o. WestyWorld - upgraded bumper with integrated 2” hitch and internal lockable storage
p. WestyWorld swing-away exterior storage box
q. Rear battery jumper cable attachment (like a forklift charging connection)
r. Mosquito screen for back hatch
s. Hatch prop tool that holds the hatch open two inches to let air in and still lock the Vanagon
2. Interior – front to back
a. Dashboard
i. GoWesty ashtray replacement
ii. GoWesty solar battery charger for front windshield (small)
iii. Focal 3-way audiophile quality speakers
iv. SmallCar (VintageAir) in-dash air conditioning
v. Two USB outlets with battery readouts for starter and coach batteries
vi. Alpine audiophile quality stereo head-unit with CD player
b. Front seating area
i. GoWesty carpet mat for front area
ii. Recaro high performance seats
iii. Under seat lockable storage (passenger seat)
iv. VanagonLife steel center console lockable storage
v. GoWesty privacy curtain for behind seats
c. Upper bed – GoWesty mattress topper
d. Electrical
i. Renogy solar charge controller
ii. Noco brand battery isolator
iii. Optima Yellowtop (confirm) AGM starter battery
iv. Two 12v custom-installed auxiliary power outlets (cigarette lighter) for fridge, etc.
v. Inverter to charge battery when connected to shore power
vi. Noco jump starter battery pack
e. Engel 45-quart fridge/freezer (runs on AC or DC)
f. GoWesty insulation panels for windows
g. GoWesty rear area carpet mat upgrade
h. Above the back seat
i. Custom built cabinet/storage (where the poorly designed factory AC used to be)
ii. Focal two-way audiophile-quality speakers
i. Under that back seat
i. 100-amp hour lithium ion battery
ii. 400-watt Mosconi audiophile quality amplifier
iii. 1,000-watt JL Audio subwoofer amplifier
iv. 12” JL Audio subwoofer in a custom sub cabinet
v. Heater was removed to minimize the possibility of leaks, etc.
j. Back cabinet removed to create more space for sleeping, carrying 4x8 sheets of plywood, etc.
3. Engine and mechanicals
a. GoWesty 2.3 engine – installed at 204K miles – currently less than 40K miles on it
b. German Transaxle 3-speed automatic w/ “highway flyer” taller final gear ratio (upgraded from a 4-speed
manual) – installed with new engine
c. Upgraded GoWesty alternator bracket
d. Every possible cooling upgrade on the planet, including stainless steel pipes, etc.
e. GoWesty South African big brakes (front)
f. Bilstein shocks
1987 Vanagon Syncro Westfalia Subaru 2.5i Loaded
Consignment Van For Sale $28,000
Engine: 2008 Subaru 2.5I, small car oil pan.
189366 on odometer.
Single Rear locker manual transmission.
Interior is in used condition,
Van was a 2wd tin top converted to A Syncro with Westfalia interior and Westfalia pop top.
Both front seats have had swivel seat conversions.
The fridge does not have a trim, trim kits available, otherwise cabinets are complete. Utility boxes not cut out or hooked up.
The tent is in decent shape, needs 1 repair on driver side rear.
Rear seat cabinet contains a 2nd battery, fuse bank, Noco charger, Subaru computer,
and a pair of 6x9 speakers. Has solar panel mounted in the luggage rack,
a propex heater has been installed under the van and vents run into floor.
The dashboard has Alpine deck, Scan gauge OBD monitor, additional oil psi
and voltage gauges for both batteries. The exterior sports dual luggage racks on the
pop top, road shower, Thule board rack, ARB awning, RMW bumpers, safari grill,
truck mirrors, rear tire carrier and a lift gate mounted ladder.
Toyo Eclipse 215/65/16 on Mercedes wheels.
Body needs some attention to restore or run it as is. ($25,000 needed for panel replacement, windows out paint job)
The under carriage is clean and has Powerflex bushings in the front end,
Burley upper control arms as well as a big front brake kit.
Previous owner had over 80k invested.
189366 on odometer.
Single Rear locker manual transmission.
Interior is in used condition,
Van was a 2wd tin top converted to A Syncro with Westfalia interior and Westfalia pop top.
Both front seats have had swivel seat conversions.
The fridge does not have a trim, trim kits available, otherwise cabinets are complete. Utility boxes not cut out or hooked up.
The tent is in decent shape, needs 1 repair on driver side rear.
Rear seat cabinet contains a 2nd battery, fuse bank, Noco charger, Subaru computer,
and a pair of 6x9 speakers. Has solar panel mounted in the luggage rack,
a propex heater has been installed under the van and vents run into floor.
The dashboard has Alpine deck, Scan gauge OBD monitor, additional oil psi
and voltage gauges for both batteries. The exterior sports dual luggage racks on the
pop top, road shower, Thule board rack, ARB awning, RMW bumpers, safari grill,
truck mirrors, rear tire carrier and a lift gate mounted ladder.
Toyo Eclipse 215/65/16 on Mercedes wheels.
Body needs some attention to restore or run it as is. ($25,000 needed for panel replacement, windows out paint job)
The under carriage is clean and has Powerflex bushings in the front end,
Burley upper control arms as well as a big front brake kit.
Previous owner had over 80k invested.
1990 Syncro *SALVAGED TITLE* $32,000
Consignment Van For Sale
- Stock 2.1 with good compression
- Manual Transmission with rear locker (rebuilt in 2010)
- Upgraded wheels
- Rebuilt Transmission in 2010
- Older upgrades: Alpine CD changer with tape deck, TV with RV Cable hook up cable and second battery
- Runs well
- 2" of general maintenance records included.
Van was salvaged out back when the vans were not worth as much. It was valued at around $8000 in 2006. Should never have been salvaged but made sense at the time.
The van has a pre-sale inspection report that is available for serious buyers.
Consignment Van For Sale coming soon. Name: Brown Sugar
1985 Volkswagen Westfalia with Subaru 2.2L
Name: Sand Man: 1984 Volkswagen Westfalia Full Camper
Finish Restoring Me!
- Complete removal of everything
- Modern beige color- 2 stage highest quality paint
- Custom Sunbrella Pindler edition canvas
- All new seals, gaskets, stickers, wiper arms... everything assembled so far is brand new
- Powder coated all parts under the van in preparation for new undercoating paint
- Purchased new front AC getting ready to install
- Purchased new big brakes front and rear
- Purchased stainless steel coolant, all new hoses, radiator...
- Subaru 2.2 (hybrid) rebuilt with all new conversion parts ready for installation (or select your choice)
- Rebuilt Manual Transmission
- Suspension: Urethane bushings... all new
- Complete custom cabinetry almost built and ready for installation (or keep it stock)
- Custom bumpers built and ready for installation after undercarriage is painted...
Major Restoration Project Started
1982 (no smog diesel) 2wd converting to a 4x4 Syncro!
Pricing will be up there depending on how the build is completed.
Ready for your deposit and your vision:
Things completed so far:
- What engine would you like?
- Transmission rebuild and gearing options?
- Upholstery colors?
- Accessories?
- Wheels and tires options?
- Big brake options?
- AC front or rear?
- Suspension options? ...
- Paint the undercoating and lower bed liner?
Things completed so far:
- Stock engine /transmission removed and engine bay painted
- All seams removed stock seam sealer, rust proofing, and new seam sealer applied
- All bodywork and 2 stage paint completed- windows out, doors off, dash out, everything removed
- Complete interior and exterior tear down for windows off and doors off professional paint
- All trim black items properly prepped and painted
- Interior doors coated with Lizard Skin insulation
- New utility boxes installed
- All new window and door seals purchased and installed
- Syncro conversion started with rear fuel tank filler welded in
- Syncro parts car purchased and all cores present (rear locker only)
- New 3 window pop top tent purchased and installed with new custom headliner
- New wiper arms, window squirters, wipers purchased and installed
1990 Westfalia full camper Manual Transmission
Major Restoration project ready for your completion!
Starting price $40,000
Included:
Decisions pending:
- 1990 Full Camper Westfalia with proper restoration started
- New 3 window tint installed
- All new window and body seals installed
- New Windshield installed
- Complete tear down all body work and paint completed
- Ceramic insulation - 3 coats to keep heat out
- Lizard Skin Sound Dampening - 3 coats
- All new seals and gaskets
- New hook up boxes installed
- All parts removed and ready for your decisions on how to assemble it.
Decisions pending:
- Upholstery options
- Engine options
- Suspension options
- Brakes options
- Accessories options
- AC options
- Wheels and tires options
- Sound system options
- Cabinetry options
- Bumper options...
Listing 5: $12,500 AS IS
Give me a transmission or restore me!
- Needs manual transmission replaced or rebuilt
- Full camper
- Pending full vehicle inspection and sale price
- This could be a inexpensive way to get a Westy or a great restoration project.
Listing 9: 1991 Vanagon Westfalia Multivan For Sale $25,000 as is
Click below to download inspection report
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Van is mostly all stock with minor dents. No major rust issues. Runs and drives. Could use a few thousand in repairs to make nice.
The Multi-Van is considered one of the best vans to have. Benefits include:
- Suspension is 2 inches lower which makes it easier to enter / exit the van
- Fits in most garages
- Lighter weight without the cabinets
- Roomier interior
- Seats 7
- Quick release rear facing seats
- Larger bed
- Better handling
- Stronger automatic transmission
- Pop up table built into the wall
Features:
- Factory rear air conditioning
- Automatic transmission
- 2.1 L engine
- Alloy wheels
- Westfalia pop top
- Black dash
- Receiver hitch for bike rack
- Low mileage on the odometer
- Roll up windows
- Upgraded Stereo and speakers
Listing 11: 1985 Project Westfalia Full Camper
AS IS $11,500
Manual transmission, 2nd battery system, inverter
1.9L engine- recommend upgrading the engine.
Runs but has low compression - Engine options upgrade to used, new or rebuilt 2.1+, Subaru conversion...
and needs body work and paint.
We can restore this van for you or buy it as is. Complete vehicle inspection pending.
1.9L engine- recommend upgrading the engine.
Runs but has low compression - Engine options upgrade to used, new or rebuilt 2.1+, Subaru conversion...
and needs body work and paint.
We can restore this van for you or buy it as is. Complete vehicle inspection pending.
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Listing :20 1985 Full Camper Wolfsburg $7,500 Needs Restoration
Engine removed! Click below for vehicle inspection report
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