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[moggiebird]

Just returned from a trip to weston where we found a lovely little austin j4 campervan (1971) - sadly it has seen better days and it would probably only be any use for spares as it seems to be supported by rust and silicone - which the owner claims is an attempt to preserve it - he has also given it a lovely coat of gloss to prevent any further deterioration (any further deterioration and you would need a bucket!) The engine apparantly turns and does look good (unless he's filled it with silicone to preserve it!)- the interior has been stripped and the kitchen is in a shed somewhere - there are no side doors on this model - just the rears - he advertised it for 500 - but told me 350 - he did seem to think it was a do-able winter project - but I very much doubt its at all salvagable - he was a bit um, shall we say optimistic about the vans potential. We reassured him it really wasn't - it probably has to be seen to be beleived but the side panels have had it - I couldn't see anyone ressurecting it as a camper - but as a rolling shell - or possibly a pick up conversion - it could be useful - It's no use to me - as I have plans for the next 5 years but I did take loads of pictures if you want me to email them - the guys number is 07787574916 - and he'd probably sell it for 100