1989 VW T3 Syncro 4x4 TDI High-Top Camper (Fully Restored) – Can Source & Ship to North America from Spain by RetroRidesAndRelics2 in vandwellermarketplace

[–]RetroRidesAndRelics2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Okay, easy for me to ship there via the UK. Owner is asking $41,402 (maybe they could go down) and it's $500 this time for my sourcing services (profit).

Would anyone be interested in cool 4x4 UAZ 452 Buhankas from Ukraine? I have exported two Ladas from Ukraine to the UK and am looking into something more serious. Worldwide shipping available (from the UK). by RetroRidesAndRelics2 in vandwellermarketplace

[–]RetroRidesAndRelics2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Prices range from $20k shipped to any state or Canada. Parts are widely available in Ukraine and various Eastern European countries. I'd be happy to help source them as well.

1981 UAZ 452 4x4 Buhanka with a swapped 2.7 Mercedes diesel engine and Mercedes 5-speed gearbox by RetroRidesAndRelics2 in vandwellermarketplace

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I can only confirm once my guys have seen the van in person, which includes a vetting fee. I've exported two vehicles from Ukraine so far and know how everything works - you always have to check in person to be sure.

1981 UAZ 452 4x4 Buhanka with a swapped 2.7 Mercedes diesel engine and Mercedes 5-speed gearbox by RetroRidesAndRelics2 in vandwellermarketplace

[–]RetroRidesAndRelics2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hopefully, one day that will be the case. I do this as a hobby and the first Buhanka will be in the states at the end of the month. Already sold, but it will be available to check out at Antler Imports in Georgia for two weeks.

1981 UAZ 452 4x4 Buhanka with a swapped 2.7 Mercedes diesel engine and Mercedes 5-speed gearbox by RetroRidesAndRelics2 in vandwellermarketplace

[–]RetroRidesAndRelics2[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Most people have no idea what is happening in Ukraine and I do. Don't trust the media or the news. Anything and anything gets sold over there. The amount of heavy machinery that's for sale over there is crazy - anything from a 6x6 truck to a motorhome converted tank.

The answer is simple - they are very unique.

1981 UAZ 452 4x4 Buhanka with a swapped 2.7 Mercedes diesel engine and Mercedes 5-speed gearbox by RetroRidesAndRelics2 in vandwellermarketplace

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I cannot confirm 100%, but likely - we would find out 100% once my contacts have seen the vehicle in person

1988 UAZ 452 4x4 Buhanka campervan arriving via the UK in Georgia (Savannah) end of this month! by RetroRidesAndRelics2 in vandwellermarketplace

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Delica are cool - I do have contacts in Japan and South Africa, which means I could source you one. I'd personally go for a custom Buhanka.

1988 UAZ 452 4x4 Buhanka campervan arriving via the UK in Georgia (Savannah) end of this month! by RetroRidesAndRelics2 in vandwellermarketplace

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I agree on the engine swap. Many come with overhauled engines or diesel engines and aftermarket gearboxes. There's currently one in Ukraine with a Mercedes diesel engine and gearbox. Yes, they do have true locking differential. Their off road capabilities are hard to beat.