The Volvo 343 from California & ebay has arrived.

Just as the truck was picking up the car, the sellers agent called with a sob story. The car needs a starter button.

I complain about the news and the timing, as my check has already been deposited. The agent then negotiated $675 US from the purchase price.

I got the car for $1,000 US + $800 US in shipping. The microswitch in the shift button is dead. Once warm, we start in Drive or Reverse with a button.

The car clunks a little bit from the right rear, on initial engagement and the owner sent along some clutch plate to flywheel shims.

Aesthetically, physically and cosmetically the car is everything I hoped it would be.

With my right foot in cast, I'm taking this adventure slowly.

Keith

The 343 joins at home:
1953 Singer 4AD
1959 VW Standard Microbus
1979 Sunroof Microbus
1984 Rabbit GTI
2006 Ford Ranger pickup

Looks good dude.
Always wanted a vario as everyone Ive heard from that's had one has always warmed to the quirky goodness.
Heal up fast and take a million pics when you're fit mate.

Awesome news, if you get stuck for parts or anything let us know.
Adam

Very nice, good luck with it!

Looks nice, i take it they are quite a rare beast in the US?

Can i just say though 59 Microbus, pics please

Well done, keep us updated with your progress!

I had a similar problem with the microswitch on my car, ended up swapping the whole gear selector over, see this post:
http://www.volvo300mania.com/forum-uk/v ... 89&p=93010

Cheers

Tom

Here's the 1959 Standard Microbus. Got it running after it sat for 25+ years on an island in Lake Erie.

Excellent news! Just to echo what Adam said...if you need parts, just shout.

cheers

James

Here's a part which you might be interested in:
wiper blades for the '76 - '78 headlamp wipers 3269271
http://link.marktplaats.nl/339189033

The earliest headlamp wiping system is totally unique, there's nothing from the later types which can be swapped over. So it might be an idea to start hoarding parts, when they turn up.

The seller has some other Mk1 stuff for sale (lights, decals) but IIRC she spoke only Dutch so you might like to get one of the DAF chaps to help you with the lingo if you're interested
http://verkopers.marktplaats.nl/7318173

Tom

I wonder how a 343 got in the US, at least it's in good hands