Still one of the most iconic vehicles in history, the Volkswagen Type 2 has become synonymous with over half-a-century of free-spirited life on the road. Versatile, beautifully designed and mechanically simple, these buses benefit from one of the most active communities out there, with excellent parts availability and plenty of prospect for customisation.
This example comes to us with plenty of originality, with the uniquely 70s Devon Cabin all present and correct. Offering a comprehensive service record book, and an impressive collection of paperwork, this van has been with the same owner since 1993 and has been only lightly used.
Having covered less than 2,000 miles since its last service in 2019, this time-capsule camper van offers a simply top-notch prospect for the lucky new owner.
History and Paperwork
Registered in 1973
Purchased in July 1993, and driven only 41,000 miles since
Full service history from new
No advisories from last MOT (other than minor oil leak)
Comprehensive check and repair, full service by qualified engineer in 2018
Last full service in 2019, with only 1,400 miles driven since
Receipt for £4,500 for 2018 service
Garaged all 51 years
2 former registered keepers, both of whom are known to the vendor
Will come with 10 months MOT
The Condition
Completely standard example with no upgrades
Bodywork looks in good order for its age
Virtually all original paint, with some repainting done in 2018
Sliding door has original German instructions by the handle
Sliding door barrel not working
All original panels
Pop-top in good order with age-commensurate wear, allowing a approx. 6ft individual to stand
Its struts are noted as showing some age but are still working well
No rust under windscreen
Original wheelset with 8 ply Goodyear Cargo tyres
Underside still has the original double floor intact
Cab is in good overall order, with age-commensurate wear
Seats are in fine condition
All instruments are clear and legible
A brand new leisure battery has been fitted
One heater channel is currently not working
Devon interior, with an eye for originality
Originally slept 4, now sleeps 2 (original bunk frames included)
Plenty of storage
New split relay/leisure battery/USB's fitted in 2018
Some patina to the cabin, commensurate with age
Fitted with hob and a non powered fridge, both original to the van
The Mechanics
1,600cc B4 powerplant
Manual transmission with 4 gears
Engine bay is in good order
The vendor reports that this bus has always been totally reliable
We've no reports of any mechanical issues
The latest MOT noted a minor oil leak, fairly standard for a camper of this age
All-told, it looks like a fine example through and through
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