Want to replace your Vanagon’s front seats? This is a nice little upgrade that you can do on the cheap. The Samba user, kjono09, grabbed some Eurovan seats and installed them in a Syncro. They look nice, and even include a bar on the back where you can hang things. AND, the reclining feature is awesome!
I just love Vanagon owners who get crafty with their van. The Samba user, Sodo, has posted pictures of the front motorcycle rack he created for his van. It is bolted to the flange of the Vanagon frame and appears to be very strong. If you have the skills, check out how he did it. You can make one for yourself!
You can rent this Vanagon if you’re in the Austin area. Meet Chewy the Vanagon. As you can see, she has a ton of character. Her owner makes her available in the Austin area. See what he has to say:
Come sleep in my 1986 Tintop VW Vanagon! It’s got room for two and a stove and sink to cook with! If you have more than two there is room for a tent to be pitched! It’s a nice cozy spot with a fire ring that in 5mins from downtown Austin.
This 1989 Vanagon Westy California high top is currently for sale. Unfortunately for those of us in the U.S., this van is in the U.K. It’s owner says it is “stunning” and “fully loaded.” The interior looks new and this van features a 1.6 TD engine with a classic 1980’s awning. It’s perfect for camping and as you can see in the photos, you can carry a lot of gear. Click through for much more on this van.
This hack comes courtesy of Chad DeRosa. Chad lives in his 1991 Vanagon Westy (by choice) and has come up with several hacks that we like. Because Chad lives in Washington, he has to battle the cold winters in his Vanagon. In order to survive the winter months, Chad needed a heating solution. He selected the Mr. Heater Big Buddy propane space heater. The Big Buddy runs on 1-lb propane cans, but Chad decided to hard wire his heater into his Westy’s propane tank. Hit the jump to see how he did it.
File this one under crazy paint jobs. The base color of the van looks like a candy apple red, and there appears to be a logo for the singing duo, “The Carpenters,” on the front door. The rest of the van is just nuts. It has lots of character though, and I love the roof rack. The VW hub caps and white wall tires really round this one out.
This red panel van has a few extras that make her special. The most obvious addition to this van is the rear ladder and roof rack. She’s ready to carry all of your gear. She also has semi truck side view mirror, custom wheels and tires, a rear spare tire rack, and smoke rear light lenses. Very cool!
