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Dibsy Seriously Crusin Dubber

182 posts · joined Apr 2012 ·

#901075
Hi, I am looking for a Splitscreen Microbus or Panel Van, prefer an unfinished project or a tatty runner, something affordable !

Cash Waiting,

Thanks.

MISS VDUB Administrator Mrs KOMBIBOB

2,565 posts · joined Sep 2005 ·

#901082
What are you classing as affordable when it comes to a Splitscreen?
1963 Single Cab Ute: "El Concreto"
1962 Baja Beetle: "Peanut"
1968 Porsche 912 SWB: "Pip"
1972 Kombi Snail: "The Snail"
2012 Skoda Octavia Scout: "Scout"
2016 Scirocco R: "Rocco"

Klaus Custom Title Time!

1,439 posts · joined Aug 2004 ·

#901128
here are tatty runner 27k or really big project (on back of ute just needs headlight switch) 🙂

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Bob down Wolfsburg Wizard

455 posts · joined Jan 2012 ·

#901178
now thats a project and a half 🤓

Dibsy Seriously Crusin Dubber

182 posts · joined Apr 2012 ·

#901221
MISS VDUB wrote:What are you classing as affordable when it comes to a Splitscreen?
A year ago my friend bought a tatty but rego'd Split for $8k .. seems prices have skyrocketed since then, i am hoping $11k gets me a bus with all welding done and no engine, or a running one with rust issues. by sept i will have $18k that i would like to get a running tatty roadworthy split ???

I can see me ending up with a lefty import 🤪

whathaveidone Custom Title Time!

1,559 posts · joined Feb 2010 ·

#901222
or 1/2 a project😂😂😂

vassy66T1 Wow ... are U reading this?

2,120 posts · joined Jun 2003 ·

#901228
Your budget will by you heartache in a splitty (i.e. too much work left to do)
Get a lowlight bay and you will end up with something enjoyable and fairly complete. My 2c

Klaus Custom Title Time!

1,439 posts · joined Aug 2004 ·

#901265
yep just sold a ratty lowlight micro blueslipped for 5500 and it took ages to sell , no rust new brakes even brand new brms in boxes , pulled the motor apart n put new rings in it too , have other bays but no lowlights

GedPalmy Casual Dubber

32 posts · joined Oct 2011 ·

#901268
Dibsy

I might be worth a call in September for the Carwash van

currently on QLD historic rego

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MISS VDUB Administrator Mrs KOMBIBOB

2,565 posts · joined Sep 2005 ·

#901274
You might want to reassess your budget, as Marcus said it will only buy you heartache and whole lot more in the costs you will be forking out to get things fixed. One thing you want to watch, like the green split above, is what's lurking behind the paint under the lower 6 inches. Sometimes the more you dig, the more it hurts the wallet. Don't rush into anything. If you can save 25k, you will be able to get something you are happy with and will cost you less. Spend less to start with and the more it will cost you to get it roadworthy and to a safe standard that you would also be happy with. There is a difference between ratty and unroadworthy.
1963 Single Cab Ute: "El Concreto"
1962 Baja Beetle: "Peanut"
1968 Porsche 912 SWB: "Pip"
1972 Kombi Snail: "The Snail"
2012 Skoda Octavia Scout: "Scout"
2016 Scirocco R: "Rocco"

Dibsy Seriously Crusin Dubber

182 posts · joined Apr 2012 ·

#901375
Thanks for your input everyone,

I have owned two lowlights in the past and as much as i love Bay windows i really want to get a Splitscreen. I sold all my classic Scooters to raise the money so that's all i have to work with, i have a young family and just cannot justify 25k sadly.

I am not after a show winner so i should be able to cover the welding, engine and a big paintbrush and pot of matt black paint 😂

Governor Wolfsburg Wizard

414 posts · joined Nov 2008 ·

#901404
Dibsy wrote:
MISS VDUB wrote:What are you classing as affordable when it comes to a Splitscreen?
A year ago my friend bought a tatty but rego'd Split for $8k .. seems prices have skyrocketed since then, i am hoping $11k gets me a bus with all welding done and no engine, or a running one with rust issues. by sept i will have $18k that i would like to get a running tatty roadworthy split ???

I can see me ending up with a lefty import 🤪
Maybe 10 years ago you could have bought a split for $11k that had all the welding done but not today.
They will all require the bottom 12 inches replaced, that costs money in parts and labour.
Also a ratty running split for $18k wont have had the welding done, might look like it has if its had a quick skim with filler and a quick paintjob?
Good luck on your search but be wary of cheap splits

Klaus Custom Title Time!

1,439 posts · joined Aug 2004 ·

#901420
If your not in a rush you'll find one , just be picky and ask alot of q's , go on dsk and look around plenty of busses that are fairly solid for good $$ but expect to spent up to 30k if u cant do much of your own work to get a ratty bus regoed . Just save more and get what u want already done but make sure you inspect it in person or get alot of pics but even then you cant be garanteed of a solid bus

MISS VDUB Administrator Mrs KOMBIBOB

2,565 posts · joined Sep 2005 ·

#901442
Dibsy wrote:Thanks for your input everyone,

I have owned two lowlights in the past and as much as i love Bay windows i really want to get a Splitscreen. I sold all my classic Scooters to raise the money so that's all i have to work with, i have a young family and just cannot justify 25k sadly.

I am not after a show winner so i should be able to cover the welding, engine and a big paintbrush and pot of matt black paint 😂
Don't forget the sheet metal you will need to purchase which never fits correctly, and also work you may need to do to brakes, steering and wiring. Sadly $25 is an ideal price these days. You may find something for 18k leaving you without money to make it road worthy and safe to carry your family, but you will need at least another 10k plus to make it decent. The reason Splitties fetch the prices they do now is due to the cost spent on them to get them drivable. Not wanting to burst a bubble, but it is how it is. Splits and Bays are chalk and cheese.
1963 Single Cab Ute: "El Concreto"
1962 Baja Beetle: "Peanut"
1968 Porsche 912 SWB: "Pip"
1972 Kombi Snail: "The Snail"
2012 Skoda Octavia Scout: "Scout"
2016 Scirocco R: "Rocco"

Dibsy Seriously Crusin Dubber

182 posts · joined Apr 2012 ·

#901461
All good advice from everyone, and it's true they are all rusty in my price bracket ! The brakes / lowering etc etc are going to be a whole new learning curve for me as well i am sure......

Good news is i am in negotiations with a Dsk'er for an early Microbus, needs some welding but not as bad as some i have seen, i am just awaiting more photo's just to be sure before i go see / get it. The price is right and will enable me to get all the welding done at least, luckily i can do the spannerwork myself.....

Wish me luck !

MISS VDUB Administrator Mrs KOMBIBOB

2,565 posts · joined Sep 2005 ·

#901463
Best of luck, but a heads up. It's missing a lot of parts, ones which are hard to find and will cost you when you do find them, hence the sale price. If it was complete it wouldn't be that price. If its something looong term you are wanting to sink money into and hunt parts, perfect!
1963 Single Cab Ute: "El Concreto"
1962 Baja Beetle: "Peanut"
1968 Porsche 912 SWB: "Pip"
1972 Kombi Snail: "The Snail"
2012 Skoda Octavia Scout: "Scout"
2016 Scirocco R: "Rocco"

Dibsy Seriously Crusin Dubber

182 posts · joined Apr 2012 ·

#901473
MISS VDUB wrote:Best of luck, but a heads up. It's missing a lot of parts, ones which are hard to find and will cost you when you do find them, hence the sale price. If it was complete it wouldn't be that price. If its something looong term you are wanting to sink money into and hunt parts, perfect!
Do you know the one ? 1956 ... Yellow etc etc ?
Thought it was mostly complete less an engine and rear bench ... i'll have to study those photo's !

Klaus Custom Title Time!

1,439 posts · joined Aug 2004 ·

#901581
damn I'm too cheap 🙂

GedMcCormick Commited Dubber

59 posts · joined Oct 2011 ·

#902090
MISS VDUB wrote:You might want to reassess your budget, as Marcus said it will only buy you heartache and whole lot more in the costs you will be forking out to get things fixed. One thing you want to watch, like the green split above, is what's lurking behind the paint under the lower 6 inches. Sometimes the more you dig, the more it hurts the wallet. Don't rush into anything. If you can save 25k, you will be able to get something you are happy with and will cost you less. Spend less to start with and the more it will cost you to get it roadworthy and to a safe standard that you would also be happy with. There is a difference between ratty and unroadworthy.
Thanks for the words of warning Miss VDub, and True be carefull on what you look at but please dont bag my bus if you dont know it...My bus has had a lot of rust work done, sills, arches floors and coat of POR15 etc etc, very well by reputable previous owners. i put a skim of bog over the top to re shape panels and got a mate to patch up the green. I can send a journal of photos if you are keen later dibsy. I reckon keep your eye out, go over the car with a fine toothed comb, or get someone to help you. Yeh, dont rush in... But dont be too paranoid to have a crack.

here is a photo, tidy, road worthy, on historic rego, and cruising for less than $18k (owes me) so it is not impossible

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MISS VDUB Administrator Mrs KOMBIBOB

2,565 posts · joined Sep 2005 ·

#902139
Think if you re read you will find there was no "bagging" as you call it of your bus. I've never seen it on the road or at any shows?
1963 Single Cab Ute: "El Concreto"
1962 Baja Beetle: "Peanut"
1968 Porsche 912 SWB: "Pip"
1972 Kombi Snail: "The Snail"
2012 Skoda Octavia Scout: "Scout"
2016 Scirocco R: "Rocco"

Dibsy Seriously Crusin Dubber

182 posts · joined Apr 2012 ·

#902160
Thanks Ged & Miss Vdub, i understand exactly what you both mean, luckily i have friends with Splittie's to give me the lowdown on what to look out for.

Happily i am now buying a project Split and fingers crossed this time next week it will be in my shed !

Thanks for all the help getting me to this stage !

Mark.

MISS VDUB Administrator Mrs KOMBIBOB

2,565 posts · joined Sep 2005 ·

#902179
All the best, let the adventure begin! 😁
1963 Single Cab Ute: "El Concreto"
1962 Baja Beetle: "Peanut"
1968 Porsche 912 SWB: "Pip"
1972 Kombi Snail: "The Snail"
2012 Skoda Octavia Scout: "Scout"
2016 Scirocco R: "Rocco"

GedMcCormick Commited Dubber

59 posts · joined Oct 2011 ·

#902232
Great news Dibsy, look forward to catching up.

Ash it was at Run to the Sun , The GC Dub Club show on the 6th May, and I am trying to get a pass out for Valla but waiting for approval from Ministry of recreational persuits.

Hope to catch up

cheers
Ged

MISS VDUB Administrator Mrs KOMBIBOB

2,565 posts · joined Sep 2005 ·

#902265
Sorry choose not to go to Run to the Sun and was moving house on the 5th so missed out on all the fun.

If you want to attend Valla, get in quick as there are very few camp sites left. You want to make sure you stay where all the action happens at Valla Beach Tourist Park! Staying all the way in Nambucca Heads isnt the same.
1963 Single Cab Ute: "El Concreto"
1962 Baja Beetle: "Peanut"
1968 Porsche 912 SWB: "Pip"
1972 Kombi Snail: "The Snail"
2012 Skoda Octavia Scout: "Scout"
2016 Scirocco R: "Rocco"

Dibsy Seriously Crusin Dubber

182 posts · joined Apr 2012 ·

#903538
Wish i could, but my pockets dont run that deep ......

Thankfully i now own a Splitscreen Kombi 11 window, although not as pretty as your van !