The van does feel a bit gutless, but then again it is an 91 and I'm coming from driving a turbo audi, so that's to be expected. I drove a co-workers 01 the other day, and while it felt a bit faster than the one I'm looking at, it wasn't signifigant, which made me feel better. As far as the AWD vs. RWD goes, I absolutely have to have AWD since I'm moving to Denver and do a lot of skiing.
Anyway, after meeting the super nice lady and driving the van, I offered her 1100 bucks (asking price was 1500, down from 2500) and she accepted. I should pick it up tomorrow night. Super stoked. Expect pics as I build an awesome car camping setup into the back. Did I mention that I'm excited? :P
Thinking about buying an Astro AWD, questions?
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dunedog
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Re: Thinking about buying an Astro AWD, questions?
You definitely are correct about the Audi to Astro.(Have a friend with an A6) but consider the money saved on speeding tickets.
and a big HELL YEA!! on the purchase of the '91. Great deal wow! While you don't need AWD in Denver proper (snow never stays) you will if going to the mts
Good luck and look to see pics of the progress on the van.
and a big HELL YEA!! on the purchase of the '91. Great deal wow! While you don't need AWD in Denver proper (snow never stays) you will if going to the mts
Good luck and look to see pics of the progress on the van.
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1999 LS AWD 3" Lift,4.10's,Snowplow,9500lb Ramsey winch
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ihatemybike
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Re: Thinking about buying an Astro AWD, questions?
Sweet! Good luck with the "new" van!
Aaron
2005 Astro (Gandalf) - AWD, 4.3L, 3.42, 130k+ miles
1997 Astro (Grumpy - $250 Rally Van) - AWD, 4.3L, 3.42, LSD, 2" lift, 31" tires, 335k+ orig engine, $30 eBay fuel pump
Prev Astros:99,97,00,94,87,86
2005 Astro (Gandalf) - AWD, 4.3L, 3.42, 130k+ miles
1997 Astro (Grumpy - $250 Rally Van) - AWD, 4.3L, 3.42, LSD, 2" lift, 31" tires, 335k+ orig engine, $30 eBay fuel pump
Prev Astros:99,97,00,94,87,86
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Cobra
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Re: Thinking about buying an Astro AWD, questions?
i'm sure your going to love your new van
1998 GMC Safari AWD, BFGoodrich AllTerrain T/A
Jet performance tuner 91 octane preset, Jet under-drive pulleys
Rancho 999000 series shock, on-board controller to be installed later
DHC rock rails and skid plate Add-A-Leaf
G3500 front calipers
Zexel Torsen Diff
11" drums
180 amp Alternator
Long tru-cool 4590 trans cooler
1997 gone
Jet performance tuner 91 octane preset, Jet under-drive pulleys
Rancho 999000 series shock, on-board controller to be installed later
DHC rock rails and skid plate Add-A-Leaf
G3500 front calipers
Zexel Torsen Diff
11" drums
180 amp Alternator
Long tru-cool 4590 trans cooler
1997 gone
Re: Thinking about buying an Astro AWD, questions?
Welcome to the board! & Congrats on your new van! 
I'm also converting mine into a offroad camper, look forward to your progress & pics!
I'm also converting mine into a offroad camper, look forward to your progress & pics!
'94 Astro AWD EXT LT - Over 211,000 ,parts van now!
DHC Rock rails
Overland Vans 4" lift kit and bumper w/grille guard
Fiamma awning
'95 Astro AWD EXT CS - Just over 99,000 miles
DHC Rock rails
Overland Vans 4" lift kit and bumper w/grille guard
Fiamma awning
'95 Astro AWD EXT CS - Just over 99,000 miles
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Smiliesafari
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Re: Thinking about buying an Astro AWD, questions?
If it turns out to be a pretty sound Astro you did real GOOD. 
1996 Safari SLX Hotair balloon transport vehicle
Re: Thinking about buying an Astro AWD, questions?
Seems pretty solid so far. The transmission downshifts a bit on steep hills, but I've never had an automatic vehicle before, so I'm not sure if this is SOP. Other than the slight dog smell, this thing is cherry. Sunday I'm ripping the interior out w/ my pops and starting to build some sweet stuff.
Satisfaction.
Satisfaction.