1989 Vanagon – Subaru Conversion

Description

[1989 Vanagon Westfalia with a Subaru conversion and extensive mechanical, suspension, and camper upgrades. This van is a jaw-dropping headturner. Don’t pursue unless you want to talk to people about it… -Drivetrain & Mechanical- Subaru EJ22 engine, installed with the Kennedy Engineering kit (has compliant letter and plaque). Rebuilt and upgraded July 2023 as a 2.5 “Franken” motor Bored block and new upgraded internals (crank, STI rods, pistons) New water pump, high-pressure oil pump, timing components, OEM gaskets Automatic transmission rebuilt with upgraded torque converter Cooling system upgraded with radiator and high-output electric fan New gas tank and fuel hoses recently replaced Recently passed California smog test as part of registration renewal...ready to transfer! -Suspension, Steering & Brakes- Suspension rebuilt with upgraded bushings and hardware Fox rear shocks T3 Technique bushings and large sway bar T3 Technique high-angle CV joints Burley Motorsports big brake kit with Brembo pads New tie rods installed Rear brakes recently serviced and new master cylinder Wheels powder-coated satin finish BF Goodrich All-Terrain KO2 215/65R16 tires Matching fullsize spare on Mobelwagen wheel, mounted on rear -Body & Exterior- Windows-out paint and prep completed June 2023 Seam areas addressed during prep Anvil-colored paint New front windshield and seal Window tint GoWesty front and rear bumpers with spare tire carrier and lockable accessory box Optional hitch mount, heavy-duty D rings Yakima lockable roof racks ARB awning with room attachment Small Car Performance South Tacoma grille JW Speaker Evo2 LED headlights -Interior & Camper Equipment- Cold blowing rear air conditioning Westfalia pop-top with lift assist New curtains with front privacy curtain Small Car Performance Stow’nGo swivel & fold-flat front seats with suede inserts OEM rear jump seat (currently removed) Custom installed Trelino composting toilet (discretely hidden inside closed/openable seating box, in the place of jump seat) rear bench with three seat belts Vanagonlife locking center console with battery kill switch Custom front bamboo swivel table Custom CNC-cut door panels Power windows and power door locks Kenwood Bluetooth stereo with Infinity speakers TF49 truck fridge refrigerator (12V / 110V) Diesel heater with digital remote GoWesty propane tank and exterior hookup box replacement kit -Electrical & Solar- California Westy wiring harness Renogy DC-to-DC charger Portable 220w Renogy folding solar panel Lithium house battery -Additional Features- GPS speedometer Synchro Times billet aluminum grab handles Interior organizers throughout (Vogel Werks Vangaroo rear pockets, Westy Bravo leather tool organizers) Intrepid Overland cabin air control (OPEN/fresh or CLOSED to keep out cold/heat) installed. -Condition- This Westy drives straight, cruises comfortably at highway speeds, and has been thoroughly sorted mechanically. It is a well-maintained and thoughtfully upgraded van intended for regular use. Clean California title in hand.