Meet Frisco- a 1985 Volkswagen Westfalia camper van with a 1.9L manual and a spirit as wild and loving as the landscapes it's travelled.
I've been his guardian since June 2018 and together we've explored every U.S. state, countless national parks, and hidden mountain roads that most vans would never dare. He's more than a vehicle-he's a two story home on wheels, a travel companion, and a vessel for growth.
Here is some update:
MECHANICAL & PERFORMANCE:
-Engine: Original 1.9L rebuilt engine, runs strong, no leaks
-Trasmission: Fully rebuilt by the legendary Matt steedle in NJ
-Fuel System: Complete fuel line replacement + fuel injector + new Bosh rare German made fuel pump and Bosh German made fuel filter +aluminum Gowesty Rail fuel set
-Cooling system: New water pump, cooling reservoir (pressurized + overflow), new Gowesty radiator
-Heating system; New heater core
-Suspension: All new Bilstein shocks + Lifted Gowesty springs
-Wheels/Tires: Gowesty 16'' wheels with off-roads tires (great conditions)
-Breaking/Clutch: All new clutch + new slave cylinder
-Exhaust: Minor job pending (transparently noted)
OFF-GRID READY & SOLAR:
-Renogy solar system 2x 100w panels
-Renogy 3x 100ha AGM solar batteries
-Solar charge controller
-2500w AC/DC inverter
-Relay to charge the battery during driving
-12v Truck Fridge Swap
-5kW Diesel Heater (remote controlled, built into matching custom wood storage) perfect for heavy cold winter
-Pressurized outdoor solar road shover (mounted on the side of the van)
-12v Reading lights + 2 front 12v outlets +2 back 12v outlets
-Big LED front light bar + 2 rear LED spotlight (perfect for wild camping when you back off)
-Smoke detector
-Cobra CB radio + rear antena
-High quality tinted window
-Upgrade Gowesty Truck mirrors
CAMPING & UTILITY;
-Pop-top with new waterproof canvas (3windows) +pop top lift assist (makes your life easy to pop the top)
-Gowesty ladder
-Mosquito nets for back door, side door and front windows right and left
-Security Fire Blazer Cut system over the engine cover (in case a fire occur that serve as an automatic extinguisher)
-Front roof Waterproof Gowesty roof bag with foldable table +2 camping chairs (included)
-RNB touring foldable awning system
-Swing away custom system w/2 Rotopax for drinking water
-Arkensen 24'' aluminum storage box mounted on Swing away system
-Traction boards mounted on the side
-Hi-Lift jack mounted on the front bumper + original Westfalia jack stored inside storage
-3-gallon drinking water container mounted behind seats
-Yakima roof rack (for paddle board, bikes, canoe ecc)
INTERIOR & CONFORT:
-Rebuilt flooring, leather-crafted organizers throughout
-Leather-crafted Gowesty tool holder (tools included), leather-crafted Gowesty kitchen utensil holder, leather-crafted Gowesty side bed storage
-Reading 12v light over lower bed
-Extra access to the vertical storage using the old fridge door
-New Alpine Bluetooth stereo+upgrated front/rear speakers
-New LED headlight (makes a huge difference from the original)
-Sink with new water pump (new water pump as spare)
-Gowesty plastic all-weather brown floor full front mats
-Light inside vertical cabinet
-Lower bed with North Face double sleeping bag (pillows included)
-Extra spare parts included (fuel pump, fuses, diesel heather pump, bulbs and much more)
SPIRIT & STORY:
Frisco isn't just a van - he's a symbol of transformation , presence, and freedom.
During Covid , we crossed every corner of the country, He's up to Mount Washington, through Independence Pass, into the remote zones of the Rockies - never once leaving me stranded. His purpose was to hold space for inner growth and joy in wild places.
I've poured love into every upgrade with the intention of creating a full-time mobile home that doesn't miss a thing. He's slow and steady, just like life on the roads should be.
WHATS LEFT:
-A minor exhaust job
-Some body rust repair
everything else?Solid and steady for the next journey.
WHY I'M SELLING
I'm moving and can't bring Frisco with me.
My deepest hope is to pass him on to someone who will travel with intention - someone who respects the land, seeks simplicity, and understand the sacred gift of freedom.
