1987 Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia Camper

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  • Location: Thousand Oaks, California, United States
  • Condition: Used
  • Make: Volkswagen
  • Model: Bus/Vanagon
  • SubModel: Full Camper
  • Type: Van Camper
  • Trim: Westfalia
  • Year: 1987
  • Mileage: 165,000
  • VIN: WV2ZB0251HH041861
  • Color: White
  • Engine size: 2.1 L Watercooled
  • Number of cylinders: 4
  • Power options: Air Conditioning
  • Fuel: Gasoline
  • Transmission: Manual
  • Drive type: RWD
  • Interior color: Gray
  • Drive side: Left-hand drive
  • Vehicle Title: Clear

1987 Volkswagen Bus/Vanagon Westfalia Description

Price reduction & auction. Read thoroughly.


Additional improvements since previous listing.

Updates to description for buyer confidence.


***Local pickup or arrange for shipping no later than June 26th, 2017.

This is a must. We are departing CA on June 27th = price reduction& auction. Payment must clear prior to vehicle pickup. Title in hand.


Passed CA smog on 4/27/2017. Certificate good for 90 days.

California Registration good through Feb 2018.


Spent $500 this week:

*New Battery - 2 year Warranty from O'Reilly Auto Parts installed this week.

*New GoWesty Starter - better than original. (Bench test of original showed age and guarantee of near-future failure. I am committed to handing over a stellar Westy.)


For Sale: 1987 Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia Full-Camper.

Special attention given to preserve the original look of this 2WD Westfalia.

Extreme confidence at Freeway speed - straight, smooth, strong brakes.

Every inch of this westy has been meticulously maintained and serviced.

When necessary, replaced, rebuilt and/or upgraded. Some of the improvements follow:


Early 2015:

Engine & Transmission re-built. Have receipts. This van runs and drives like new. Seriously, as wellas it did in 1987.


Late 2015 to early 2017:

ABS-BUNDLE-GR-LATE-DELUXE: ABS Interior Panel Bundle Gray; Fastener Type: Deluxe

Custom Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel & Horn Button, Emergency Brake, Shift Nob

INJECTOR-BUNDLE: GoWesty Fuel Injector Bundle (all new fuel injectors)

HOOKUP-KIT Complete GoWesty Hookup Replacement Bundle (3 Hookups)

TUNE-2.1: Complete Tune-Up Bundle (Installed February 2017)

Pioneer TS-D1002R -- 4 inch 2-way speakers (four)

Custom Center Flooring (original rubber floor beneath) - no adhesive between custom flooring and original. A tight, unshifting custom fit that allows for removal down the road, easy sweeping, plus additional sound-proofing and insulation.

GVW-231-720B: Complete Pop-Top & Luggage Rack Seal Kit

KT120-2: Rear Lap Belt Assembly (Vanagon/Bus) (two rear)

VANOTANK-139A: Fuel Tank Re-Seal Kit (Kit: Kit 139A)

253-847-7-LH: Sliding Window Screen (LH/RH) (Side: Left Hand (Driver))

253-847-7-RH: Sliding Window Screen (LH/RH) (Side: Right Hand (Passenger))

00061: Ignition Coil

FatMat Hood-Liner (3/4 inch)

GVW-025-133-317: GoWesty Aluminum Fuel Rail Set

LEVEL-BUNDLE: Vehicle Leveling Bundle

FatMat Rattle Trap Sound Deadener (3 doors, rear hatch, rear quarter, under seat storage)

GVW-025-906-302A: GoWesty Signal Filter for Air Flow Meter

DENIM-INS: Recycled Denim Interior Insulation (3 doors, rear hatch, rear quarter)

93745: Weather-stripping- for ABS Panels

GVW-255-775-BK: Deluxe Skylight Kit (Lens, Seal & Flex arm) Blackout Lens

251-422-371: Power Steering Fluid Reservoir

321-945-361A: Rear Side Marker Lens (two)

GVW-70106: Wind & Rain Deflectors [Vanagon] (two)

ALT-HARNESS: Alternator Wiring Harness Upgrade Kit

GVW-VISOR-SOCKET-KIT: Sun Visor Socket Replacement Kit

GVW-231-067: Cleat for Luggage Rack, Stainless Steel (eight)

281-847-741: Support for Sliding Window Latch (two)

251-941-531M: Headlight Switch [All Vanagon] (Model/Pins: Early "M" switch with 8 pins)

2.1EXH-HW-KIT: 2.1 Exhaust Hardware & Gasket Kit

281-867-133: Factory Map Pocket

VANO-HATCH-STRUT: Rear Hatch Strut- Vanagon (two)

DashMat Dashboard Cover (for preservation - no cracks, flaws or fading beneath)

GW-SLE-14MM-KIT: Shift Lever Extension [Vanagon]

8MM-COOLANT-HOSE: 8mm Coolant Hose

FRESH-H2O-HOSE Replacement Fresh Water Hose Kit

GW-913F-KIT: Upper Door Lip Seal Kit

255-070-908: Screws for Luggage Rack & Pop-Top Hinges (three sets)

Vacuum Hoses replaced

253-069-183A P-Trap Sink Drain Kit

Wiring Harness Double Wrapped for weather and heat resistance

251-463-826: Rear Side Marker Gasket (two)

ENDCAP-124A-KIT: Bumper End Cap Kit (Side: Front right OR rear left)

251-863-735: Front Cab Step Pad, LH

251-863-736: Front Cab Step Pad, RH

321-837-581-M: High Clearance Window Crank (two) *Custom reinforced for strength

Hose from Atmosphere to Air Filter Box

281-843-799: Beading for Sliding Door Rail Cover

251-843-711A: Escutcheon/Trim for Sliding Door Handle [Late Vanagon]

Lighter Safety Plug

255-070-908: Screws for Luggage Rack & Pop-Top Hinges

171-807-249-R: Clips for Rear Bumper Pad, Vanagon

GVW-20081 90 Degree Gray Water Drain Pipe Adapter

171-807-249: Clips for Front Bumper Pad, Vanagon

251-857-543: Gasket for Non-Power Vanagon Mirror (two)

255-070-940AAM: Aftermarket Curtain Glider (ten)

281-847-737: Packing for Sliding Window Latch

255-070-940AM: Aftermarket Curtain Hook (ten)

251-501-577AM: Cap for Suspension Pivot Bolt (two)

281-847-743-AM: Spring for Sliding Window Latch

N-014-215-4: Screw for Sliding Window Latch/Interior Door Release

Full Brake Replacement and Service - Just Tires Thousand Oaks, CA

Tires - Just Tires Thousand Oaks, CA

Powder Coated Engine Splash Guards

Ceramic Coated Exhaust

Items that new owner may (or may not) want to address:

LPG tang is original - new owner may want to replace this tank with modern equipment. $380.00 See GoWesty . com

Many service stations refuse to fill original style tanks.

Aftermarket cassette AM/FM stereo - perhaps from late 90's may not meet new owner's

technology requirements. Installation is simple and modern technology inexpensive.

Speakers and speaker installation would be the more-difficult & expensive portion - complete.

Air Conditioning - Needs charge or convert to 134a.

It is important to note that it is working - all running gear in working order!Original R12 unit. These require recharging annually at a minimum. Your research in this area is recommended. R12 (Freon) and CA do not mesh. Vehicle is free of R12. Opening the windows with rain deflectors and side windows with upgraded screens has worked for us in southern CA.You may considerconverting to 134a.(Heater works great front and rear.)

Extremely original look - special attention to preserve the original look of this 2WD Westfalia.

Original canvas tent = rare indeed.

No lifts, fender flares, aftermarket bumpers here.

If that is something the new owner is looking for, this is a clean canvas to begin that project. Otherwise, she's family & user friendly as presented.

Stickers on rear cabinet - seller will remove at new owner's request. No flaws beneath.

Shipping: Responsibility of new owner. Seller available for your or shipping company arrival. This must happen no later than June 26th, 2017. No exceptions. We depart CA on June 27th. Please make arrangements.

Questions: Do not hesitate.

Inspection: Welcomed. Vehicle is available for inspection & located in Thousand Oaks, CA 91362. Passed CA smog 4/27/2017. CA registration good through Feb 2018.

What's next for seller / Why is it being sold:

Vanagon is in the blood. Buyer receives supreme example of 1987 Volkswagen Westfalia Vanagon with above mentioned service and care --- without purchasing associated labor costs.

If she stays, I'm forced to store in climate controlled facility for up to 24 months. Work is taking me out of CA. No time to play. There's nothing left to do other than regular maintenance and bathing. I take a lot joy in fixing, refurbishing and renewing.

This is NOT a business. This is a passion.

*Winning bidder must make contact after auction ends.

*$500.00 non-refundable deposit required within 24 hours.

*If winning bidder does not make contact or deposit within 24 hours,

seller will report to ebay.

*All transportation and shipping fees will be new owner’s responsibility.

*Pick-up or arrange for shipping no later than June 26th, 2017.

*Clean California title in hand.

*Certified Check or cash in person forfinal payment, no personal checks.

*If buyer plans to obtain a loan, please have funding available prior to purchase.

*Full payment due within 72 hours.

*Payment must clear before vehicle & title are released.

*Vehicle is sold as is.

*Vehicle is for sale locally - seller reserves right to end online sale early.