Ken Madson - TheBusco.com - [email protected]

[grungeant]

This guy seeked me out through a few of my WTB adds. He sent me pictures and prices.
He had good parts at good prices and reasonable shipping.
Very good communication, and even through in all the screws, nuts, washers, and mounting hardware for the stuff I bought from him. The stuff arived pretty quickly to NJ.

I was very surprised he had some of the stupid little BS parts I was looking for.
I thought for sure I'd have to search junkyards myself because who inventories washers for a seatbelt anchor point?

I will definately seek Ken first if I need something I can't find locally.
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1974 Tintop with a nice rack

"You should remember it's peace of mind you're after, and not just a fixed machine."
Robert Pirsig

[eche_bus]

Over the last year I've bought a variety of both small and larger items from Ken. In each and every case, his prices were fair, photos showed the condition well, he packed things for shipment well and sent out quickly, and the items arrived in exactly the condition he represented them to be.

Hands down, the best used parts guy I've had the pleasure to deal with. Others could learn from him.

[Yarkle]

nice to deal with, good price, nice item, quick ship
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Tilda the Mustard Tigress 1973 Squareback (o'''^'''o)

https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=771024&highlight=

[LetsGoCamping]

great communication, prices, and very quick shipping.
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1969 Westy Tin Top.

[Offy 220]

I purchased a 36hp #3-#4 cylinder tin from Ken. Great communications and fast shipment!
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66 Beetle Daily Driver
60 Beetle Ragtop

[babysnakes]

I purchased a '69 bare bus beam from Ken. He was very helpful with making sure I got the correct beam. I will do business again. Thanks Ken for a great transaction.

[jj73orangebus]

Just received the missing canister for my bus, after years of searching, in record shipping time.

[911GT2]

I bought a bus enginelid from Ken. It was in almost mint condition and surely was value for money.

Also carefully wrapped and no problem with overseas shipping.

All in all just a great buy, I would buy again from Ken.

[atomicmime]

Even more great feedback for Ken! He always has way more parts than are shown on his inventory website, so be sure to email and ask. He is always prompt in replying, has good condition parts, good prices, great care in shipping. If he's got it, it's probably one of the best places to get it! This time it was a driver's side door contact switch, a little different from the common ones. Thanks again Ken!
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--Patrick--
'69 Meyers Manx (still a project, but not for long!)
'72 Westy
'79 Super Beetle (now electric!)
'13 Beetle

[62DoKaGuy]

Bought a earlier bus front beam from Ken a few weeks ago and had him ship it to a friend's. It is exactly as described and looking good. Great comms with Ken throughout the process and appreciate his level of service. Cheers!
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,,Wenige Menschen denken, und doch wollen alle entscheiden.'' -der Alte Fritz

[James Dwan]

Just bought a vent wing window from Ken. Communication was excellent, shipping was fast, glass was packed well. No complaints, recommended seller.
Will buy again from The Bus Co without hesitation.
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DAC
TCB
'59 23 Window Deluxe
'73/'77 Westfakia
'78 SuperVert

"Many dreams come true, and some have silver linings.
I live for my dreams and a pocket full of gold. Acapulco gold!" Robert Plant

[SGKent]

what can I say but Ken always comes thru. Good price. Good part. Quick shipping. Thank you Ken
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“Most people don’t know what they’re doing, and a lot of them are really good at it.” - George Carlin

[OB Bus]

Saw a horn that I needed and contacted Ken. Quick response, quick pack and ship (and well packed!) and the part arrived promptly. I installed it today and now the SC sounds like a bus and not a strangled duck.
Thanks, Ken!
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Larry in OB
Stop dead photo links! Post your photos to The Samba Gallery!
69 Westfalia and 2002 Eurovan Camper.

[mark koga]

Received light switch quickly in good working order!!!
Thanks again, Mark

[Col_Forbin]

picked up a curtain rod for my 66 westy at a good price.. received it quickly and as described! Thanks!

Zach
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Goin' where the climate suits my clothes
Levon the 66 Westy:
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=655780
71 Deluxe Bay

[trelms]

Ken was awesome finding me some of the last parts I needed for my fathers baywindow. quick shipper and awesome communicator!

thanks Ken
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'74 Ghia Vert SOLD

[voydryder]

I asked Ken about a rear shock mount. He replied with photos of the part already removed. Exactly what I've been looking for (Even the right color)
He included his Paypal link so the purchase was requested via e-mail, removed, displayed in color, accepted, paid for, shipped, and on its way within 3 days.
For a price I could not refuse
I'm gonna write him right now to get more stuff.
http://www.thebusco.com/default.asp

[Lqmikey]

Just bought and installed a rear latch for a '73 bus. Ken Madson with The Bus Company replied quickly to all of my questions, he shipped out as quick as physically possible. Great service, will buy from again. Price was great for this quality used part.
Thank You Ken,
-Cali

[61 BUS]

Just purchased a pair of bay window rear armrests from Ken. Super fast shipping and the parts are excellent. Thanks!
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61 Bus, 71 Bus, 76 Beetle, 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth, 47 Plymouth Business Coupe, 58 BMW Isetta 300

[aeromech]

I had to search around for this feedback thread on Ken. I thought it was important that you guys know what a great resource he is for us Bay Window owners. Ken himself drives one and he knows what he's talking about. Don't go by the inventory listed on his web site though. It's best to just call him or send him an email. He's good at communicating. Fast shipping at fair prices. I've never personally met Ken because he lives near Seattle and I'm in San Diego but that doesn't mean we haven't done lots of business and even had long phone conversations. Some of my VW buddies have met Ken and say he's a great guy so if you need Bay parts, call Ken.
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Lead Mechanic: San Diego Air and Space Museum
Licensed Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
Licensed Pilot (Single engine Land)
Boeing 727,737-200-300-400,757,767
Airbus A319,320,321
DC9/MD80
BAe146
Fokker F28/F100
VW type 1 1962,63,65,69,72
VW Type 2 1971 (3 ea.) 1978, 1969
VW Jetta
VW Passat
Capable of leaping tall buildings in a single bound