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1978 VOLKSWAGEN BUS

Highest Bid:
$8,600

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1978 VOLKSWAGEN BUS

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1978 VOLKSWAGEN BUS

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1978 VOLKSWAGEN BUS

High Bidder:  JoeyJepson

Highest Bid: $8,600 (USD)

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Location:

Fort Collins, Colorado 80524-3534

Seller:

Private Party

Engine:

1970cc 4-cyl

Transmission:

Manual

Odometer:

174,821 (Mi)

Chassis/VIN:

2282071535

Carfax:

Lot Number:

Highest Bid: $8,600 (USD)

High Bidder:  JoeyJepson

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Location:

Fort Collins, Colorado 80524-3534

Seller:

Private Party

Engine:

1970cc 4-cyl

Transmission:

Odometer:

174,821 (Mi)

Chassis/VIN:

2282071535

Carfax:

Lot Number:

59781595

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Vehicle Story

OVERVIEW

This 1978 Volkswagen Bus is powered by a 1970cc four-cylinder engine mated to a four-speed manual transmission. Finished in two-tone light blue and white over an Alabaster vinyl interior, this seven-passenger vehicle is now offered by the seller with a clear title.

Highlights

  • Seven-passenger seating
  • Door-mounted heater ducts 
  • Independent front and rear suspension

Ownership History                                                                           

  • Offered by a private seller
  • Current location: Colorado 

EXTERIOR

  • Light blue and white two-tone paint
  • Rear side intakes
  • White bumpers

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

  • 14-inch white wheels
    • VW hubcaps
  • 195/70 Ironman iMove Gen 2 radial tires 

Updates

  • New tires installed in 2023

INTERIOR

  • Alabaster vinyl upholstery
  • Bucket seats
  • Seating for seven
  • Door-mounted heater ducts 
  • Aftermarket Pioneer stereo
    • AM/FM
    • CD player
    • MP3 
    • Auxiliary

INSTRUMENTS

  • Gauges
    • 90-mph speedometer
    • Fuel
  • Odometer shows 74,836 miles
    • True mileage unknown 

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

  • 1970cc four-cylinder
    • 67 horsepower at 4,200 rpm
    • AFC fuel-injection

Transmission

  • Four-speed manual

Service History Highlights

  • Gear shift repaired and oil changed in 2023

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                                                                                                                                           

  • Independent front and rear suspension
  • Twin exhaust pipes

Service History Highlights

  • Brakes were serviced in 2023  

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

  • Minor rust areas visible on body
  • Paint imperfections seen in two areas
  • Fuel gauge gives inaccurate readings
  • No air conditioning 
  • One burned-out taillight
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Comments & Questions

December 23, 2024
11:04 AM

BID: $8,600

December 23, 2024
09:57 AM

Will it make the drive from CO to WI.

December 23, 2024
06:21 AM

BID: $8,500

December 22, 2024
02:51 PM

BID: $8,000

December 22, 2024
02:03 PM

BID: $7,900

December 22, 2024
12:39 PM

BID: $7,800

December 21, 2024
08:37 PM
Seller

@Germanbarojas – Vw bus 1978 interested ...

Can I answer any questions for you?

December 21, 2024
07:19 PM
Bidder

Vw bus 1978 interested

December 20, 2024
01:07 PM
Seller

@BigMack – does it run ok? ...

Yes. Battery is low since I never drive it but I jumped it a couple weeks ago and drove it around for several hours. Feels solid.

December 20, 2024
12:39 PM

does it run ok?

December 17, 2024
04:26 PM
Seller

Thank you for checking out my 1978 Volkswagen Bus! Please reach out with any questions you may have!

December 16, 2024
04:02 PM

BID: $7,700

December 16, 2024
06:55 AM

BID: $7,500

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