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Mechanics:
The van has been serviced and inspected by the vanagon specialists at Tassi in Daly City and given a clean bill of health. I maintained Stella impeccably as did the previous two owners (folder of maintenance records dates back to 2013). She’s recently gotten a bit more work done (new bearings and brakes). Tires have less than a year on them.
- Engine: 2.1L Water Boxer, rebuilt 2016
- Transmission: Automatic
- Drivetrain: Rear
- Mileage - The previous owner said the odometer went out around 110k and they put another ~30k on it. I've put ~11k miles on the van in the past 4 years I've had it. So somewhere in the 150k ballpark.
- VIN: WV2YB0254KH067390
- Clean title in hand
- Smogged 2023
- Body Condition = 9.5/10, all original paint
- Interior Condition = 9.5/10, immaculate for a 30+ year old vehicle (front seat upholstery is original and spotless) and with custom upgrades you won’t find on any other vanagon.
Layout/Gear:
Dining Room: A custom-built configuration, surprisingly spacious and comfortable for four adults to dine/hang in.
- Solid white ash banquettes mounted onto steel frame, comfortable denim bench cushions.
- Table - stylish with a single fold-up leg. The table mounts onto the side wall of the van, and can be removed and repositioned across the two banquettes to form a stable sleeping platform with an air mattress. The platform is a little snug for full-sized adults, best for kids/dogs.
- Tons of storage under the banquettes, removable/washable rug.
- All ceiling wrap upholstery has been painted with champagne-colored upholstery paint, will include an extra can for touching up scuffs.
Upstairs - One of a kind rooftop configuration (over 5k in upgrades).
- Rooftop deck fabricated using a Frontrunner roof rack kit. The entire upstairs is elevated off the top of the van a few inches so wind can blow through, which helps keep the awning more stable. Vinyl liner over the crossbars to create a durable, safe and even platform to stand on or sit with a couple chairs. An easy to use retractable ladder secures onto the side.
- Roofnest - Incredible to sleep in. Well-insulated, with a very comfortable full-sized bed legit mattress. All four windows roll up for light or down for total blackout privacy. USB light, hanging garment bags. Easy to setup and break down.
“Living Room”
- Fiama F45 retractable awning, beautiful fixture, I’ve been very happy using this.
- Custom bar made of solid white ash that mounts onto the opened sliding door.
- Astroturf. This rolls/straps above the awning and is handy for keeping the inside of the van clean
- Four vintage white lawn chairs.
Kitchen - The entire rear area was built to hold everything you need but still be flexible.
- Cabinet with sliding doors.
- Mass loaded vinyl liner on over engine compartment is easy to clean, super durable and also helps diffuse the engine noise a bit.
- Cooking & dining gear - Retro Japanese toolbox with cooking utensils, assortment of hot/cold vessels/thermos. Cast iron pot. Cutting board. Cleaning kit. French press & pourover funnel. A small solo stove, skewers, etcLots of vintage-y enamelware; deep bowls, wide bowls, plates, platters, mugs. Utensils.
co*ckpit
- Custom center console
- Relocated power window switches with a GoWesty kit
- Good stereo w/ auxiliary cable
- All original seat upholstery, floor upholstery and mats in solid condition. Custom-fitted dash upholstery.
Wear and Tear:
Overall Stella has “personality”, so hit a pothole hard enough and the stereo will reset. You’ll be purchasing a vehicle that needs regular check-ups and TLC.
- 8-9 chips in the paint, all smaller than a pea, a couple of which are starting to show a bit of rust.
- Rear bumper has some city wear on it
- There are a small few tears in the dining room upholstery that I’ve remedied with a great upholstery paint, will walk you through how to do it.
- Outer awning cartridge and rain gutter were slightly bent when the wind took the awning up over the van, no wind issues after installing the rooftop deck.
Camper Van, VW, Volkswagen, Vintage
