Interior to change or not to change

Discussion in 'Restorations' started by alexbloorino, Feb 13, 2019.

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  1. alexbloorino

    alexbloorino

    That looks great, and so much lighter, definitely going to do it.
     
    alexbloorino, Feb 14, 2019
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  2. Baysearcher

    Baysearcher [secret moderator]

    Your bus; your choice.
    If you've got space, keep the original if you're worried about it devaluing the bus.
     
    Baysearcher, Feb 14, 2019
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  3. Jack Tatty

    Jack Tatty Supporter and teachers pet

    Knew that feeling very well :D

    Our bus did have a special convex mirror fitted to the offside which helped a bit mind.
     
    Jack Tatty, Feb 14, 2019
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  4. alexbloorino

    alexbloorino

    It’s got a Subaru engine so probably already de valued it so may aswell Carry on
     
    alexbloorino, Feb 14, 2019
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  5. Betty the Bay

    Betty the Bay Supporter

    I didn't have the luxury of choice, mine had nothing inside.....dashboard steering wheel and then nothing.
    Now have a useable van with more than enough storage...and it's right for my requirements.
     
    Betty the Bay, Feb 14, 2019
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  6. Baysearcher

    Baysearcher [secret moderator]

    All the best buses have
    ;-)
     
    Baysearcher, Feb 14, 2019
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  7. theBusmonkey

    theBusmonkey Sponsor

    Let's see some pictures of what's in there at the moment then
     
    theBusmonkey, Feb 14, 2019
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  8. paneuropaul

    paneuropaul

    Who did your interior Chris?
     
    paneuropaul, Feb 14, 2019
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  9. Pickles

    Pickles

    Me too not only did I rip the heart out I also destroyed the Westfalia wardrobe ... both work better for me.
     
    Pickles, Feb 14, 2019
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  10. rob.e

    rob.e

    ^ this
     
    rob.e, Feb 14, 2019
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  11. MorkC68

    MorkC68 Administrator

    Oh my word :eek:

    Just wait for it...... :D
     
    MorkC68, Feb 14, 2019
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  12. alexbloorino

    alexbloorino

    I was just thinking the same.......
     
    alexbloorino, Feb 14, 2019
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  13. MorkC68

    MorkC68 Administrator

    Personally, I think the scooby conversions look right at home in the back of a bay and I also enjoy looking at the different non-stock interiors, to me the individuality is what owning a bus is all about.

    That said, I do like some of the original interiors, especially if they are unmolestered.

    At the end of the day though, your bus, tailor it to suit your needs :D
     
    MorkC68, Feb 14, 2019
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  14. alexbloorino

    alexbloorino

    I was a bit worried about devaluing it but I think it’s more important to have a bus that suits your needs. I love a complete original but most people have modified there’s in some way. If they were all the same it would be a bit boring.
     
    alexbloorino, Feb 14, 2019
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  15. rob.e

    rob.e

    Mine was completed "molestered" to bits by pesky californian squirrels :eek: so no qualms about pulling it out and making something better. Still managed to get good money selling the remains..
     
    rob.e, Feb 14, 2019
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  16. MorkC68

    MorkC68 Administrator

    Majors is solid, no damage to the frameworks but the laminate is cracked. I do hope to refurbish it :)
     
    MorkC68, Feb 14, 2019
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  17. Merlin Cat

    Merlin Cat Moderator

    I’ve only got a bed in mine and no cooking etc facilities. The best thing was to swap a 3/4 bed for a full width as it makes for much better sleep.

    I had s Devon for a while and sold that as it felt too cramped and full of furniture.

    I like a big floor space .
     
    Merlin Cat, Feb 14, 2019
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  18. Lasty

    Lasty

    Not for sale and it owes me nothing despite having spent a fair wedge over the last year or so ...
    Cost me 900 quid with a years tax and test .
    Remember the days when no one wanted em ??

    Sent from my SM-A320FL using Tapatalk
     
    Lasty, Feb 14, 2019
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  19. Lasty

    Lasty

    Joinery bloke that @paul2590 knows ...
    Nowt flash but does the job and we managed to squeeze everything in .


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    Lasty, Feb 14, 2019
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  20. Lasty

    Lasty

    Well said
    I can appreciate a nice original van but there comes a point where it's no longer practical to keep said interior standard due to wear and tear over 40 + years and however many owners .
    Over the last 15 years T2's have become increasingly more 'precious' , often for financial reasons .
    Devaluation is a major issue with some owners and I really don't get it as I see the van as a camper to be enjoyed as such ...
    And , no , it hasn't got a name

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    Lasty, Feb 14, 2019
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