1986 Volkswagon Westfalia Vanagon - "Brown Bear"
4 guests
Sleeps 4
14.9 ft. long
Pet friendly
Offers delivery
1986 Westfalia T3 Westfalia
We're excited to share our 1986 Westfalia "Brown Bear"! This vanagon has been lovingly restored and upgraded over the past 3 years. A new Subaru engine, transmission, brakes, tires wheels and basically everything else you can think of has been replaced. This van is ready for exploring the Shenandoah Valley or the Appalachian mountains! What's includedFull cook kit is included with the van rental. Just add your food and Beer and go! We provide two camping chairs, an outdoor mat, and a 12volt fridge cooler that will run off the 100ah lithium house battery for days!An 8’x8’ ARB awning provides protection from the sun and the rain when camping.The Van has several USB A and C ports to keep all your devices charged.Head to BestyWesty.com for more information on the vans and the destinations around the Maryland area.
RecommendationsFrederick MD is situated on the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains just north of Harpers Ferry and about an hour north of Skyline Drive and Shenandoah National Park. To the north lies Gettysburg and Michaux State Forest in PA, which is about an hour's drive away. Frederick is a fantastic jumping-off point with its own unique charm and vibrant dining and brewery scene. Other things to noteThis van has a manual transmission so you must be proficient at operating a manual to rent this van!But really, we will be going on a drive with you to make sure you and the transmission get along.
RecommendationsFrederick MD is situated on the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains just north of Harpers Ferry and about an hour north of Skyline Drive and Shenandoah National Park. To the north lies Gettysburg and Michaux State Forest in PA, which is about an hour's drive away. Frederick is a fantastic jumping-off point with its own unique charm and vibrant dining and brewery scene. Other things to noteThis van has a manual transmission so you must be proficient at operating a manual to rent this van!But really, we will be going on a drive with you to make sure you and the transmission get along.
We're excited to share our 1986 Westfalia "Brown Bear"! This vanagon has been lovingly restored and upgraded over the past 3 years. A new Subaru engine, transmission, brakes, tires wheels and basically everything else you can think of has been replaced. This van is ready for exploring the Shenandoah Valley or the Appalachian mountains! What's includedFull cook kit is included with the van rental. Just add your food and Beer and go! We provide two camping chairs, an outdoor mat, and a 12volt fridge cooler that will run off the 100ah lithium house battery for days!An 8’x8’ ARB awning provides protection from the sun and the rain when camping.The Van has several USB A and C ports to keep all your devices charged.Head to BestyWesty.com for more information on the vans and the destinations around the Maryland area.
RecommendationsFrederick MD is situated on the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains just north of Harpers Ferry and about an hour north of Skyline Drive and Shenandoah National Park. To the north lies Gettysburg and Michaux State Forest in PA, which is about an hour's drive away. Frederick is a fantastic jumping-off point with its own unique charm and vibrant dining and brewery scene. Other things to noteThis van has a manual transmission so you must be proficient at operating a manual to rent this van!But really, we will be going on a drive with you to make sure you and the transmission get along.
RecommendationsFrederick MD is situated on the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains just north of Harpers Ferry and about an hour north of Skyline Drive and Shenandoah National Park. To the north lies Gettysburg and Michaux State Forest in PA, which is about an hour's drive away. Frederick is a fantastic jumping-off point with its own unique charm and vibrant dining and brewery scene. Other things to noteThis van has a manual transmission so you must be proficient at operating a manual to rent this van!But really, we will be going on a drive with you to make sure you and the transmission get along.
Meet your host, Besty Westy
Member since 2021
You’ve found Besty Westy, the best way to travel! We provide you with fully outfitted VW vans to explore what the East Coast has to offer. Whether heading to Shenandoah National Park, Assateague Island, the Eastern Shore of MD, and so much more, you’ll be able to check off bucket list items while traveling in your unique home for the adventure. We cannot wait to make your trip the best it can be!
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Features
1986 Westfalia T3 Westfalia
- Sleeps 4
- 4 seatbelts
- Fresh water: 12 gal
- Fuel capacity: 12 gal
- Gray water: 4 gal
- Propane capacity: 1 lb
- Sleeps 4
- 4 seatbelts
- Fresh water: 12 gal
- Fuel capacity: 12 gal
- Gray water: 4 gal
- Propane capacity: 1 lb
Amenities
- Electric hookup
- Stove
- Kitchen Sink
- Dining Table
- Awning
- Inverter
- Extra Storage
- Electric hookup
- Stove
- Kitchen Sink
- Dining Table
- Awning
- Inverter
- Extra Storage
Rules and policies
- Pet friendly
- No music festivals
- No tailgating
- No smoking
- Mileage: 125 free miles / day
24/7 roadside assistance
Learn more about Roadside AssistanceRoadside assistance on every rental, plus help planning your trip or operating the RV.
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There’s a 2 night minimum stay
Discounts
- Weekly (7+ nights): 10% off nightly rate
- Monthly (28+ nights): 20% off nightly rate
1986 Volkswagon Westfalia Vanagon - "Brown Bear"
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David B.
October 20245
My wife and two daughters had a really great time in the van! It drove well and was perfect for camping! Highly recommend and I would rent from them again!
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Christian M.
June 20245
Besty Westy was great to work with from booking all the way through drop-off. The van was clean and had everything you need for a memorable weekend.
Nic B.
November 20235
Amazing rental so fun! And communication was great!
Molly K.
October 20235
This was a great experience!
6 Photos submitted by Molly K.
Adam L.
August 20235
Camping with Besty Westy was pleasure, begining to end!
Picking up with Rachel and Lee was a breeze: Lee went through all instructions to drive, setup, and live in the camper, followed by a short test-drive to demonstrate we could handle Besty's raw, manual transmission power (we could!). It was a three hour drive to Shenandoah National Park via the Thorton's Gap Entrance, mostly on country roads, which Besty handled easily. At the heat of the day the lack of air-conditioning was both authentic and a bit sweaty, but fun: with the windows wide open, the country air whipping through the cabin, and the FM radio blasting over the sounds of the road, we found ourselves back on the road-trips from our childhood .
Arriving at the park, the steep incline leading to the park wasn't a problem at all for the newly replaced engine, and in no time we were driving along Skyline drive.
At our campsite, at Big Meadows, we had no trouble setting up the pop-top, and awning. There was also plenty of storage, both for food, equipment, and clothing. Our family of 2 adults, 2 kids, and puppy fit with no issue. All the amenities in the camper worked without issue, as did all the flatware, utensils, and cooking equipment. The sleeping arrangements were cozy; the kids had plenty of room in the pop tent up top, but down in the main bed, my wife and I were more shoulder-to-shoulder than we're used to, but way more comfortable than a tent on the ground, and considerably easier to setup. The sheets, blankets and pillows Rachel provided for us were clean, soft, and plenty warm for our late-summer evening.
On the return trip we were surprised by the fuel economy this old girl gave us; we made it almost 200 miles before needing to fill-up. And again, the drive was easy, and as much as part of the adventure as the camping itself. Rachel met us again to check in the vehicle and we were back in our own car home after less than thirty minutes: effortless from beginning to end.
Thanks to Rachel and Lee for sharing their passion restoration project with our family - we'll never forget our weekend experience with Besty Westy!
Picking up with Rachel and Lee was a breeze: Lee went through all instructions to drive, setup, and live in the camper, followed by a short test-drive to demonstrate we could handle Besty's raw, manual transmission power (we could!). It was a three hour drive to Shenandoah National Park via the Thorton's Gap Entrance, mostly on country roads, which Besty handled easily. At the heat of the day the lack of air-conditioning was both authentic and a bit sweaty, but fun: with the windows wide open, the country air whipping through the cabin, and the FM radio blasting over the sounds of the road, we found ourselves back on the road-trips from our childhood .
Arriving at the park, the steep incline leading to the park wasn't a problem at all for the newly replaced engine, and in no time we were driving along Skyline drive.
At our campsite, at Big Meadows, we had no trouble setting up the pop-top, and awning. There was also plenty of storage, both for food, equipment, and clothing. Our family of 2 adults, 2 kids, and puppy fit with no issue. All the amenities in the camper worked without issue, as did all the flatware, utensils, and cooking equipment. The sleeping arrangements were cozy; the kids had plenty of room in the pop tent up top, but down in the main bed, my wife and I were more shoulder-to-shoulder than we're used to, but way more comfortable than a tent on the ground, and considerably easier to setup. The sheets, blankets and pillows Rachel provided for us were clean, soft, and plenty warm for our late-summer evening.
On the return trip we were surprised by the fuel economy this old girl gave us; we made it almost 200 miles before needing to fill-up. And again, the drive was easy, and as much as part of the adventure as the camping itself. Rachel met us again to check in the vehicle and we were back in our own car home after less than thirty minutes: effortless from beginning to end.
Thanks to Rachel and Lee for sharing their passion restoration project with our family - we'll never forget our weekend experience with Besty Westy!
5 Photos submitted by Adam L.
Raymond N.
August 20235
Everything was as promised. The owners are friendly and easy to deal with. The camper is in good shape, and was nicely equipped with cooking utensils, propane, etc. Sheets and pillows were provided. No mechanical problems with the camper.
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