Splits are NOT rare

57kombi · 2005-07-16T10:51:13+00:00

I just thought I would start this one as there are quite a few people who think that split vans are rare. Here is why I think they are not. 1. tens of thousands of them were made. 2.Most VW enthusiasts know of at least one in a paddock or shed somewhere. 3.They only seem rare as you dont see that many on the road, due to the fact that they cost a hell of a lot to restore. 4.I know of 7 splits including two 13 window deluxes within half an hours drive of my house, the owners wont sell them and they will end up rotting away. I also know of 4 that are owned by VW enthusiasts including 2 barn door standard kombis and they are not being restored as yet(sorry I think one of the barnies has been started) 5. If they are that rare how come most can be bought(unrestored ) for under $2000?? 6. Yes deluxes are rare and also Barnys as they were never made here and had to be imported but standard kombis are not rare. Cheers Dave

byronbus dsk

4,204 posts · joined Jul 2003 · 19 Jul 2005, 1:26 pm

#387187

Coxy give steve a call 0400 356 057, he has a few forsale...

Haha andy, must be someone elses problem, not mine, i dont have one...

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byronbus dsk

4,204 posts · joined Jul 2003 · 19 Jul 2005, 1:47 pm

#387199

haha, check this out http://www.aussieveedubbers.com/forum/viewthread.php?tid=33032

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ClassicVW(pacific) Custom Title Time!

1,627 posts · joined Jul 2004 · 19 Jul 2005, 2:05 pm

#387205

There is a difference between 'hard to find' and 'rare'.

byronbus dsk

4,204 posts · joined Jul 2003 · 19 Jul 2005, 2:10 pm

#387207

true roy, good observation...but the rare ones are definately hard to find...

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ClassicVW(pacific) Custom Title Time!

1,627 posts · joined Jul 2004 · 19 Jul 2005, 2:11 pm

#387208

aaarrgghhh but the hard to find ones are even harder to find.

byronbus dsk

4,204 posts · joined Jul 2003 · 19 Jul 2005, 2:13 pm

#387211

the hard to find ones are usually the rare ones

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ClassicVW(pacific) Custom Title Time!

1,627 posts · joined Jul 2004 · 19 Jul 2005, 2:13 pm

#387212

This thread has had over 1200 views maybe time for an Ad

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byronbus dsk

4,204 posts · joined Jul 2003 · 19 Jul 2005, 2:16 pm

#387216

haha and www.dsk.com.au for all your rare split parts and chat

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VolksFolks Son of Jim - Creator of Good

2,869 posts · joined Dec 2003 · 19 Jul 2005, 2:18 pm

#387217

ClassicVW(pacific) wrote:This thread has had over 1200 views maybe time for an Ad

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For all your VW needs

haha beat me to it, well done

They laugh because You are different, You laugh because They are all the same.

check out www.lowlight.com.au for low lights only..

ClassicVW(pacific) Custom Title Time!

1,627 posts · joined Jul 2004 · 19 Jul 2005, 2:37 pm

#387234

haha www.kombiclub.com for the smarter kombi drivers:P

ClassicVW(pacific) Custom Title Time!

1,627 posts · joined Jul 2004 · 19 Jul 2005, 2:38 pm

#387236

its hard to find a rare one nowadays

byronbus dsk

4,204 posts · joined Jul 2003 · 19 Jul 2005, 3:28 pm

#387252

haha

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frenzix Son of Jim - Creator of Good

2,742 posts · joined Dec 2003 · 19 Jul 2005, 5:40 pm

#387302

this thread is shitnn[ Edited on 19-7-05 by frenzix ]

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kroozzn63 Bishop of Volkswagenism

3,005 posts · joined Jan 2004 · 19 Jul 2005, 6:39 pm

#387336

i need parts,
As i build my RAT single cab splitty I have thought about getting them from that classic vw mob but how can i buy parts of someone that doesnt seem to be enthusastic about vw culture, be it rat, purist, cal look etc this seems to be an add for them. hmmm

show us your gates

winerot Custom Title Time!

1,340 posts · joined Aug 2004 · 19 Jul 2005, 7:06 pm

#387348

gourment burgers at mullaway store
if yous can i can

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VolksFolks Son of Jim - Creator of Good

2,869 posts · joined Dec 2003 · 19 Jul 2005, 7:12 pm

#387359

56ovaltine wrote:i need parts,
As i build my RAT single cab splitty I have thought about getting them from that classic vw mob but how can i buy parts of someone that doesnt seem to be enthusastic about vw culture, be it rat, purist, cal look etc this seems to be an add for them. hmmm

yeh man give me a bell, thats if you can get through.i got parts galore, stocking bus bits only now

Andynn[ Edited on 19-7-05 by VolksFolks ]

They laugh because You are different, You laugh because They are all the same.

check out www.lowlight.com.au for low lights only..

byronbus dsk

4,204 posts · joined Jul 2003 · 19 Jul 2005, 8:08 pm

#387379

Nice andy, post your web address

www.dsk.com.au

frog Wolfsburg Wizard

571 posts · joined Feb 2003 · 19 Jul 2005, 9:36 pm

#387426

www.kidshelpline.com

VolksFolks Son of Jim - Creator of Good

2,869 posts · joined Dec 2003 · 19 Jul 2005, 10:09 pm

#387450

Roy, i think we are having a laugh, imagine sitting round a table in a pub drinking and chatting about the same subject.

They laugh because You are different, You laugh because They are all the same.

check out www.lowlight.com.au for low lights only..

ClassicVW(pacific) Custom Title Time!

1,627 posts · joined Jul 2004 · 19 Jul 2005, 10:13 pm

#387453

When was the last time you were sat round a pub table in Boston???

Samblers Officially Full-On Dubber

236 posts · joined Apr 2005 · 19 Jul 2005, 10:16 pm

#387455

HI

I havent read all the posts on this thread, but my opinion for what its worth is that I've been looking for a split for a couple of months now and have seen NOTHING. I regularly check all the websites listed, plus other places, and it seems like Aus is empty.

When I say nothing I mean NOT ONE splitty that I would even consider going to look at.

I care not for rarity of the thing, 23/21 windows, barn-doors, pressed bumpers,fairy lights or whatever - all I'm after is a good use-able kombi with a camping interior... and I'm prepared to pay the cost for the right one. All I've seen so far is $2000 projects

So, where are all the kombi's OVER $2000 ????

VolksFolks Son of Jim - Creator of Good

2,869 posts · joined Dec 2003 · 19 Jul 2005, 10:19 pm

#387456

2 1/2 years ago Roy, there are pubs in Tassie you know..

They laugh because You are different, You laugh because They are all the same.

check out www.lowlight.com.au for low lights only..

ClassicVW(pacific) Custom Title Time!

1,627 posts · joined Jul 2004 · 19 Jul 2005, 10:23 pm

#387458

VolksFolks wrote:2 1/2 years ago Roy, there are pubs in Tassie you know..

Get away ???
I did say Boston!!!
I know a fella that has a pub in Tassie, when I visit I will let you know

ClassicVW(pacific) Custom Title Time!

1,627 posts · joined Jul 2004 · 19 Jul 2005, 10:28 pm

#387461

Samblers wrote:HI

I havent read all the posts on this thread, but my opinion for what its worth is that I've been looking for a split for a couple of months now and have seen NOTHING. I regularly check all the websites listed, plus other places, and it seems like Aus is empty.

When I say nothing I mean NOT ONE splitty that I would even consider going to look at.

I care not for rarity of the thing, 23/21 windows, barn-doors, pressed bumpers,fairy lights or whatever - all I'm after is a good use-able kombi with a camping interior... and I'm prepared to pay the cost for the right one. All I've seen so far is $2000 projects

So, where are all the kombi's OVER $2000 ????

Many keep hold of thier splits if they are useable, as they are very hard to find a replacement. There has been a couple on here that look pretty nice.
If you are looking for a camper, these are harder to find, as opposed to buses or vans.
It may be an option to buy a windowed van or bus and convert to a camper yourself.
What price range are you looking at??

VolksFolks Son of Jim - Creator of Good

2,869 posts · joined Dec 2003 · 19 Jul 2005, 10:29 pm

#387462

haha fewl, 2 1/2 since back in Boston, will be there in 10 days, mmmm Batemans Biter

when you off back?

They laugh because You are different, You laugh because They are all the same.

check out www.lowlight.com.au for low lights only..

Samblers Officially Full-On Dubber

236 posts · joined Apr 2005 · 19 Jul 2005, 10:47 pm

#387471

ClassicVWPacific: I'm not looking at a price-range in particular, just prepared to pay what it takes to find the right splitty 😉

If anyone finds one, let me know 😉

ClassicVW(pacific) Custom Title Time!

1,627 posts · joined Jul 2004 · 19 Jul 2005, 10:48 pm

#387472

VolksFolks wrote:haha fewl, 2 1/2 since back in Boston, will be there in 10 days, mmmm Batemans Biter

when you off back?

You can't beat a pint of Batemans Bitter.
I will be there September for Vanfest hopefully already got a cruise starting from Skeggy, 6 splitties and 4 bays. The Skeggy contingent of the Kombi Club

ClassicVW(pacific) Custom Title Time!

1,627 posts · joined Jul 2004 · 19 Jul 2005, 10:51 pm

#387474

Samblers wrote:ClassicVWPacific: I'm not looking at a price-range in particular, just prepared to pay what it takes to find the right splitty 😉

If anyone finds one, let me know 😉

Give us a call, let us know what you want and we will see what we find.
There are many out there, like you say its just finding the right one

phatrat REALLY!

891 posts · joined May 2004 · 20 Jul 2005, 12:48 pm

#387601

I made it to page two.....I think I did well:duh

Samblers Officially Full-On Dubber

236 posts · joined Apr 2005 · 20 Jul 2005, 4:47 pm

#387713

Classic: I'm not in Aus at the moment, but will keep your details for when i am 😉

After a post-64 split kombi, camping interior, good solid condition, no customs etc.... prefer not to get a converted panelvan