Winning bid
£10,750

1972 Volkswagen T2 Panel Van

Highlights

  • Comprehensive restoration completed (Nov 2021 - May 2022)
  • Only two previous owners
  • Substantial history file, including all invoices from restoration
  • Just 63,869 kilometres indicated
  • Registered in the UK

The Appeal

Owing to their popularity as camper vans, it's rare to find a Volkswagen Type 2 that hasn't been subject to some sort of conversion at some point in its life. This 1972 panel van is a rarity, not only because it's still a lined commercial, but also because it's in such fabulous condition, benefitting from a comprehensive recent restoration.

It has a rich history, from delivering ladies' lingerie in Naples, to being a mobile florist business in the UK after the original owner's nephew imported the van to the UK in 2018. Offered with an advisory-free MOT, this van has been given a clean bill of health, ready for its next owner.
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History and Paperwork

  • Supplied new to Italy in 1972
  • Initially used for a family business in Naples, Italy from 1972-1994, delivering ladies' lingerie!
  • Shipped to the UK and registered by the original owner's nephew in 2018
  • Purchased in 2019 and used for a mobile florist business for two and a half years
  • Underwent a full restoration and respray between November 2021 and May 2022
  • All invoices from restoration work accompany the van
  • MOT valid until June 2024 - although exempt
  • Dry-stored since restoration
  • Just 63,869 kilometres indicated and believed correct 

The Condition

  • Beautifully presented inside and out, remaining highly original
  • Underwent a full respray after necessary welding, including front panel rebuild
  • The paint finish looks fabulous and doesn't exhibit any noticeable flaws
  • Underside sprayed with Raptor protective finish and looks amazing
  • Straight, corrosion-free bodywork
  • No notable wear to the upholstery or controls
  • Period-correct commercial interior with a ply-lined load bay

The Mechanics

  • 1,600 cc air-cooled flat-four
  • Four-speed manual gearbox
  • The engine was rebuilt during restoration
  • No advisories on the MOT
  • The vendor reports that the van drives very well indeed
  • No faults to report
  • Very smart engine compartment
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Auction Details

  • Year1972
  • MakeVolkswagen
  • ModelType 2
  • ColourGrey
  • Odometer63,869 Kilometres
  • Engine size1600cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • CountyDorset
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • Auction ends

Bidding history

15 Bids from 7 bidders

NC Hamm••••
Bid
£10,750
21/12/23
mark-wo••••
Bid
£10,500
21/12/23
NC Hamm••••
Bid
£10,250
21/12/23
mark-wo••••
Bid
£10,000
21/12/23
samands••••
Bid
£9,400
21/12/23
NC Hamm••••
Bid
£9,200
21/12/23
mark-wo••••
Bid
£9,000
21/12/23
samands••••
Bid
£8,200
21/12/23
KGS••••
Bid
£7,900
21/12/23
NC Hamm••••
Bid
£7,800
21/12/23

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