KALKombi Learner Dubber
8 posts · joined Mar 2003 ·
I'm sorry mate but it's not for me to say.
Are Split kombis over priced??
twoguns simply aircooled
4,275 posts · joined Nov 2002 ·
why not.... you sold it. it's not secret mans business. i dont understand what it is that makes it all so secret under the table backdoor stuff...
i mean is it because certain people are wanting to drive the price up or worried about bringing the value down. are you afraid that you sold too cheap or that maybe you got away with a super top price... deals done, you said yourself that you are happy. so why not assist other vw fans with there decisions on what to sell/buy and how much.( you are a vw fan are you not)
if its not up to you, then let us know who purchased it and ill ask them.
i'll ask another question... why dont we just ask a price and be done with it.. why is it that everything needs to be 'aw put in your offer and i will think it over...'
this is not all directed at you personally kalkombi. i do feel though that you are just adding to the whole suspicion thing on the value and costs that we all as AUSTRALIAN vw fans are trying to understand, b4 the UK and US buyers take over.
so come on stand up. be good to your fellow dubber ( you said you wanted to restore it... ) tell me how much. i wont make judgement or anything like that. i need to know for the purpose of making an educated decision on my next purchase.
and for my 2c to any one else... i believe the best way to sell something is name your price and then negotiate until both parties are happy... it might even weed out tire kickers and time wasters and also help by not wasting a buyers time if your not honest that really deep down you want $40k for it. be a man or woman. ask what you feel is fair and then work from there. you never know you might get your price you might not but be brave be open and be honest about it.... but above all it would be a nice proper way of conducting business and yourself.
hey DAVE... it sounded like you were the highest bidder but didnt like the transport costs so missed out...... maybe if youre reading this you would like to let us know what it is that you offered....
i mean is it because certain people are wanting to drive the price up or worried about bringing the value down. are you afraid that you sold too cheap or that maybe you got away with a super top price... deals done, you said yourself that you are happy. so why not assist other vw fans with there decisions on what to sell/buy and how much.( you are a vw fan are you not)
if its not up to you, then let us know who purchased it and ill ask them.
i'll ask another question... why dont we just ask a price and be done with it.. why is it that everything needs to be 'aw put in your offer and i will think it over...'
this is not all directed at you personally kalkombi. i do feel though that you are just adding to the whole suspicion thing on the value and costs that we all as AUSTRALIAN vw fans are trying to understand, b4 the UK and US buyers take over.
so come on stand up. be good to your fellow dubber ( you said you wanted to restore it... ) tell me how much. i wont make judgement or anything like that. i need to know for the purpose of making an educated decision on my next purchase.
and for my 2c to any one else... i believe the best way to sell something is name your price and then negotiate until both parties are happy... it might even weed out tire kickers and time wasters and also help by not wasting a buyers time if your not honest that really deep down you want $40k for it. be a man or woman. ask what you feel is fair and then work from there. you never know you might get your price you might not but be brave be open and be honest about it.... but above all it would be a nice proper way of conducting business and yourself.
hey DAVE... it sounded like you were the highest bidder but didnt like the transport costs so missed out...... maybe if youre reading this you would like to let us know what it is that you offered....
Simply Cruzin'...
Grey 57 Old Grey Cruiser
2,937 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Well put twoguns.
One of my pet hates with the Buy & Sell
Few people are on here for the wrong reasons for mine. If you want to go fishing them get a fishing rod.
If you genuinely want to sell "what ever" then name it, show it and price it and leave contact details. And reply to U2U's.
How many would place an ad in the Trading Post stating what offers with no contact details ???
And dont say offers then get all bent out shape when someone makes an offer, but it's less than you want. Most here know what things are worth!
My 2c worth
One of my pet hates with the Buy & Sell
Few people are on here for the wrong reasons for mine. If you want to go fishing them get a fishing rod.
If you genuinely want to sell "what ever" then name it, show it and price it and leave contact details. And reply to U2U's.
How many would place an ad in the Trading Post stating what offers with no contact details ???
And dont say offers then get all bent out shape when someone makes an offer, but it's less than you want. Most here know what things are worth!
My 2c worth
BUGBOY Moderator Chief Toy Dude / Head Cruiser
2,147 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
I love how people on here bitch about someones price they have placed on an item for sale.
I wonder if these people ring up everybodys ad in the trading post?😉
If you don`t like the price don`t buy it and keep your opinion to your self. simple:thumb
I wonder if these people ring up everybodys ad in the trading post?😉
If you don`t like the price don`t buy it and keep your opinion to your self. simple:thumb
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twoguns simply aircooled
4,275 posts · joined Nov 2002 ·
i agree with that bugboy. people shouldnt be intimidated to post a price. and those that arent interested shouldnt bitch about it.. but also people who are genuinely wanting to sell should be upfront about it and make it easier for all concerned. i dont understand what makes it all so difficult. i would rather buy thru the forum from fellow enthusiast....
Simply Cruzin'...
Grey 57 Old Grey Cruiser
2,937 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
I think most people on this forum have a passing interest in just about everything thats for sale here. Thats because most of us are VW enthusiasts. I'm always looking either for specifics or just casually.
Its good to get a feel for what stuffs worth for the future maybe.
The ones that really s*#t me are the blowins, with items for offer. Dont contribute in any other aspect, and disappear just as quick.
I agree that anyone who has done the right thing and included all details for a buy sell should not be subjected to close srutiny or negative comments on the price or item. As Bug Boy said if you don't want to buy it or have anything positive to say then move on.
More 2c worth. Expensive night😉
Its good to get a feel for what stuffs worth for the future maybe.
The ones that really s*#t me are the blowins, with items for offer. Dont contribute in any other aspect, and disappear just as quick.
I agree that anyone who has done the right thing and included all details for a buy sell should not be subjected to close srutiny or negative comments on the price or item. As Bug Boy said if you don't want to buy it or have anything positive to say then move on.
More 2c worth. Expensive night😉
frog Wolfsburg Wizard
571 posts · joined Feb 2003 ·
Two guns...Deep an meaningful,alot said,well said,could
'nt have put it better myself.
'nt have put it better myself.
"-Hannovermetalmadness-"(Infectious desease with no known cure).
57kombi Hannover Elder
2,544 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Well I didnt make an offer and I havent made comment on this bus, so some one is a bit confused,
All I have said is the majority of people who have answered this poll believe splits are the best.
Cheers
Dave
And Kal Kombi
Why am I a dreamer when you admit I didnt make an offer,
It is obvious who is dreaming, are we a bit slow or something as no-one knows what you are on about.
I have a 57 kombi, i paid $1500 for it 2 years ago and am too scared to keep records on the money i have spent so far, and it still needs bodywork, paint, interior, etc.
My mate Shane is selling his 55 and has been placed on this site for $30k but I convinced him to try and sell it here in Oz and know it is open to offers, Obviously there is a limited market for something in this condition so he wants the highest price to save it going overseas
[Edited on 2-6-2003 by 57kombi]
[Edited on 2-6-2003 by 57kombi]
All I have said is the majority of people who have answered this poll believe splits are the best.
Cheers
Dave
And Kal Kombi
Why am I a dreamer when you admit I didnt make an offer,
It is obvious who is dreaming, are we a bit slow or something as no-one knows what you are on about.
I have a 57 kombi, i paid $1500 for it 2 years ago and am too scared to keep records on the money i have spent so far, and it still needs bodywork, paint, interior, etc.
My mate Shane is selling his 55 and has been placed on this site for $30k but I convinced him to try and sell it here in Oz and know it is open to offers, Obviously there is a limited market for something in this condition so he wants the highest price to save it going overseas
[Edited on 2-6-2003 by 57kombi]
[Edited on 2-6-2003 by 57kombi]
twoguns simply aircooled
4,275 posts · joined Nov 2002 ·
sorry dave... i read wrong. i thought you missed out only on transport costs....
does anyone know who bought the dessert bus and for how much.....
i hope it wasnt another that has gone os.
does anyone know who bought the dessert bus and for how much.....
i hope it wasnt another that has gone os.
Simply Cruzin'...
57kombi Hannover Elder
2,544 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
I admit I do have gripes at prices people want for parts or vehicles. I.E damages parts or wanting $10k for a bus that needs restoring,.
People think they can go and find a split in a field and then get $10.000 for it by placing it on here.
These people are wankers and dont know how much it costs to restore a bus.
My mates 55 cost him a couple of hundred dollars and he has spent $30.000
That doesnt include his time.
How can you restore a vehicle when the initial purchase price is in the thousands.
If our mate from W.A. said he sold it and then the purchaser had to pay $600 for transport, how much does this bus owe the new buyer already?
You can still buy splits that need full resto for unber $1000.
I bought a split that just needed an engine, O.K. it was rough but it drove and it only cost $100. that was 1 year ago
Just my view
Cheers
Dave
People think they can go and find a split in a field and then get $10.000 for it by placing it on here.
These people are wankers and dont know how much it costs to restore a bus.
My mates 55 cost him a couple of hundred dollars and he has spent $30.000
That doesnt include his time.
How can you restore a vehicle when the initial purchase price is in the thousands.
If our mate from W.A. said he sold it and then the purchaser had to pay $600 for transport, how much does this bus owe the new buyer already?
You can still buy splits that need full resto for unber $1000.
I bought a split that just needed an engine, O.K. it was rough but it drove and it only cost $100. that was 1 year ago
Just my view
Cheers
Dave
twoguns simply aircooled
4,275 posts · joined Nov 2002 ·
i also find it interesting that kalkombi's only interest in this forum was to sell his apparent dream project.....
would love to know what the outcome was... maybe dakdat got it...
[Edited on 2/6/2003 by twoguns]
would love to know what the outcome was... maybe dakdat got it...
[Edited on 2/6/2003 by twoguns]
Simply Cruzin'...
Spook Driving the 64 wheeler
1,168 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Actually Twoguns, you've proved my point.
You,ve modified it to make a reasonable ride.
Why did you do that??
Because they are a slow old truck....😀
[Edited on 2-6-2003 by Spook]
You,ve modified it to make a reasonable ride.
Why did you do that??
Because they are a slow old truck....😀
[Edited on 2-6-2003 by Spook]
Well my friends are gone & my hair is grey, I ache in the places where I used to play.
amazer kombi pilot
3,187 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Lets see how many people I can upset.
Split kombis look cool. But they drive like a beetle only worse. So I will stick to my type 3's and T2's. Maybe switch to a caravelle later on.
Split kombis look cool. But they drive like a beetle only worse. So I will stick to my type 3's and T2's. Maybe switch to a caravelle later on.
Chris.... kombi pilot, oval dreamer... finisher #26971 2005 city to surf
waltermitty Legend when my beer goggles are on
1,993 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
TWO GUNS
quote
"and yes i would think of selling it for the oportunity of the owning the '55... "
and quote
"but also people who are genuinely wanting to sell should be upfront about it and make it easier for all concerned."
Well then how much? , I genuinely desire to own a splity like yours .MITCHELL😎.
quote
"and yes i would think of selling it for the oportunity of the owning the '55... "
and quote
"but also people who are genuinely wanting to sell should be upfront about it and make it easier for all concerned."
Well then how much? , I genuinely desire to own a splity like yours .MITCHELL😎.
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KALKombi Learner Dubber
8 posts · joined Mar 2003 ·
To Dave,
In an earlier post you wrote that you would pay a hell of a lot more than $5000 for a good split which for my part read like you are looking for one, so I was curious as to why I didn't hear from you regarding the bus thus my lighthearted
comment.
Regarding the comment by Grey57 about Blowin's, If the Blowin sells an item to a fellow VW enthusiast in Australia, is that not considered a contribution to AussieVeeDubberdom and does that make all champion one star learner dubbers potential Blowins in that particular cliquey groups minds.
For my 2c worth i believe the only two ways to know what ones splitty is worth is to sell it or have it valued by an insurer.
thanks.
Chris
In an earlier post you wrote that you would pay a hell of a lot more than $5000 for a good split which for my part read like you are looking for one, so I was curious as to why I didn't hear from you regarding the bus thus my lighthearted
comment.
Regarding the comment by Grey57 about Blowin's, If the Blowin sells an item to a fellow VW enthusiast in Australia, is that not considered a contribution to AussieVeeDubberdom and does that make all champion one star learner dubbers potential Blowins in that particular cliquey groups minds.
For my 2c worth i believe the only two ways to know what ones splitty is worth is to sell it or have it valued by an insurer.
thanks.
Chris
Grey 57 Old Grey Cruiser
2,937 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Thats what I luv about this forum Chris , everybody gets to express their views and spend thier 2 cents.
You have a fair point and I hadn't looked at it from that angle.
Still maintain my view on the courtesy of selling tho. Item , Price and contact details.
Cheers
Dean
You have a fair point and I hadn't looked at it from that angle.
Still maintain my view on the courtesy of selling tho. Item , Price and contact details.
Cheers
Dean
twoguns simply aircooled
4,275 posts · joined Nov 2002 ·
hey spook... if you look at all these vw's. alot have been modified. i put disc on my beetle to help it stop. sway bars to make it handle better. people convert to irs... lets face it they are all old. i think there are a lot of vw's that although people are saying they are orig... they have mechanical mods. i remember going to the tip once with a bus FULL of rubbish from a house i have. anyway i tipped the scales at 1.9 tons the bloke at the tip was chuffed. at the time i had the original 1200cc, reduction hubs and four wheel drums. the bus pulled up henry parry drive (those who live or know gosford will know) no probs. her lil' heart was pounding, but as i went over the hill my heart started as i just wasnt slowing. that was when i decided to upgrade when i did the rebuild.
i would think that the only thing that would come close to a split would be a layed down, de-chromed, empi fitted, sound induced, nos propelled square back notch.... of course in matt black or maybe grey this time........😀
waltermitty... as for mine being for sale. refer my post 'my matt black beast'... sorry to get you wet around the chaps.
and kalkombi. i think that you've proven to me that you were not an enthusiast and that you merely came across an oportunity to buy and sell a commodity at a profit... best wishes to you. the forum is for the benefit of sharing with your fellow dubber. you seemd to have demonstrated a lack of this.
i would think that the only thing that would come close to a split would be a layed down, de-chromed, empi fitted, sound induced, nos propelled square back notch.... of course in matt black or maybe grey this time........😀
waltermitty... as for mine being for sale. refer my post 'my matt black beast'... sorry to get you wet around the chaps.
and kalkombi. i think that you've proven to me that you were not an enthusiast and that you merely came across an oportunity to buy and sell a commodity at a profit... best wishes to you. the forum is for the benefit of sharing with your fellow dubber. you seemd to have demonstrated a lack of this.
Simply Cruzin'...
KALKombi Learner Dubber
8 posts · joined Mar 2003 ·
To Twogums, Self appointed forum guru and VW zealot,
That sounds distinctly like a judgement to me, yet another contradiction.
If being a VW enthusiast means selling at a loss I guess I'm not one, by your definition.
Here is something I'd like to share with you for free.
"Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." Albert Einstein.
That sounds distinctly like a judgement to me, yet another contradiction.
If being a VW enthusiast means selling at a loss I guess I'm not one, by your definition.
Here is something I'd like to share with you for free.
"Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." Albert Einstein.
kombi_mad Seriously Crusin Dubber
158 posts · joined Apr 2003 ·
brilliantly said Albert KALstein.
amazer kombi pilot
3,187 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
OK. so are we all done yet? can we move on? close this thread? There was once a time when VW's were the car of peace loving hippies.
Chris.... kombi pilot, oval dreamer... finisher #26971 2005 city to surf
kombi_mad Seriously Crusin Dubber
158 posts · joined Apr 2003 ·
exactly
Che Castro ankle straps
1,945 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
yeah i really am a big fan of split kombi's, but in stock form a bay is much much better to drive as well as safer. Plus you can pick up bays for dirt cheap right now...
If money was no object i would have a split.
If money was no object i would have a split.
Jon
Spook Driving the 64 wheeler
1,168 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
It's not really a question of money being no object.
If you went after a restored barndoor or samba, then yes, your talking big dollars.
If you find a '57 thats been used to store the firewood for the last 20 years, that's incredibly negotiable.
As an owner of both a "bent" & a split, the bent is far superior to the split.
But then, it's meant to be.
Sort of defeats the purpose of upgrading if they're not.......😎
If you went after a restored barndoor or samba, then yes, your talking big dollars.
If you find a '57 thats been used to store the firewood for the last 20 years, that's incredibly negotiable.
As an owner of both a "bent" & a split, the bent is far superior to the split.
But then, it's meant to be.
Sort of defeats the purpose of upgrading if they're not.......😎
Well my friends are gone & my hair is grey, I ache in the places where I used to play.
amazer kombi pilot
3,187 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
hmm if money was no object I'd get myself a T5 V6 that had been given a custom workover by oettinger(POA).
Or possibly a porsche turbo($300+K)
But then an AMG modded merc ($154K) would look nice wrapped around my butt too and only half the price.
Who am I kidding a Honda S2000 is half that again and still well and trully a wet dream.
Halve that again and I could restore the oval and trade up on yet another mitsy lancer.
Aaaah yes, i'm still dreamin. I'll be driving my $400 kombi for a while yet.
Or possibly a porsche turbo($300+K)
But then an AMG modded merc ($154K) would look nice wrapped around my butt too and only half the price.
Who am I kidding a Honda S2000 is half that again and still well and trully a wet dream.
Halve that again and I could restore the oval and trade up on yet another mitsy lancer.
Aaaah yes, i'm still dreamin. I'll be driving my $400 kombi for a while yet.
Chris.... kombi pilot, oval dreamer... finisher #26971 2005 city to surf
splitbusaustralia Wolfsburg Wizard
487 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
They handle and ride better.....
(actually this is a name used by some in the US to describe bays - the term largely grew out of discussion likes those above and 'fat chicks' was the split drivers answer - ie yes they do but do you want one?).
I apologise for the boderline political correctness of this comment - I offer it as a piece of information only.
RobK
[Edited on 4-6-2003 by splitbusaustralia]
(actually this is a name used by some in the US to describe bays - the term largely grew out of discussion likes those above and 'fat chicks' was the split drivers answer - ie yes they do but do you want one?).
I apologise for the boderline political correctness of this comment - I offer it as a piece of information only.
RobK
[Edited on 4-6-2003 by splitbusaustralia]
twoguns simply aircooled
4,275 posts · joined Nov 2002 ·
now i am larfing....😀 fat chicks... i think i like 'bentscreen' better.
Simply Cruzin'...
57kombi Hannover Elder
2,544 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Watch it Rob, the way the forum is going they will hang and quater you for comments like that.
Cheers
Dave
what is politicol correctness?????:jesus
Cheers
Dave
what is politicol correctness?????:jesus
david Custom Title Time!
1,013 posts · joined Nov 2002 ·
i have sold 4 split buses in the past year and i sold the first 2 for $800 the next for$1000 and the last one for $2000 ,all to people on this forum and all now restoring them, there happy i hope i,m happy there getting restored rather than sitting in my shed ,if you want splits i can find them don,t worry
david:o:o
david:o:o
aggri1 Insano Dub Head
824 posts · joined Dec 2003 ·
Hehe, haha, what a topic!
I don't get it though, why would you bother getting upset about what price someone wants for something? If you reckon it's too much, don't buy it or negotiate. Seems reasonable to me... isn't it? No splitty-bashing, or person-who-bashes-splitties-bashing.
I love splitties! I saw one sans-motor for a grand the other day... One day I'll own one. I will.🙂
Peace!
Aurel
I don't get it though, why would you bother getting upset about what price someone wants for something? If you reckon it's too much, don't buy it or negotiate. Seems reasonable to me... isn't it? No splitty-bashing, or person-who-bashes-splitties-bashing.
I love splitties! I saw one sans-motor for a grand the other day... One day I'll own one. I will.🙂
Peace!
Aurel
karmannghia60 Karmann Ghia Sucker
1,459 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
This post is over one year old. Time flies