Winning bid
£16,000

1973 Volkswagen T2 Baywindow Westfalia Camper

*** Interested parties should note, this vehicle was subject to a CAT C insurance loss in 10/2000 ***

Highlights

  • The iconic pop-top Westfalia camper in a handsome, well-kept purple and white
  • Entirely new interior, professionally fitted with inlets and numerous camping comforts
  • An impressive level of mechanical work including a like-for-like engine replacement, scat shift kit and more, with invoices provided

The Appeal

The VW camper doesn’t really need an introduction. Even to the layman or casual bystander, these buses are a bona fide icon of automobile history, rattling through films, festivals, summers in the fields and are an exemplar of bohemian comforts. Picked out in a beautiful purple and white livery, this T2 has had a storied history and now combines the external lineage of the legendary vehicle with modern home comforts for the 21st-century camper. 
There’s no doubting the external image of this stunning bus, but it really comes into its own as you examine just how much it’s been modified over its lifetime. A grill, hob, fridge and more are all perfectly integrated into the vehicle’s compact internals, maintaining its heritage appearance with incredible effect. The new engine, a host of aftermarket parts and more act together to make this a high-quality investment for the lucky new owner.
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The History and Paperwork

  • Largely based on the Isle of Wight for its history 
  • Repainted and fitted with a replacement engine in 2006
  • Was fitted with a new Calypso Campers interior in 2009
  • Cat C insurance loss in October 2000 - restored with new front panel, running ever since
  • An impressive independent service history file with invoices, MOT records and more
  • MOT exempt but with current certificate
  • Aftermarket manuals provided

The Interior

  • An impressive host of modifications make this a comfortable, modern home-from-home!
  • Recently reupholstered seats, bed and rear boot area
  • New Calypso Campers interior with gas/electric fridge, hob, grill, 240V volt inlet, internal sockets and refurbished Propex Heatsource heating system, bringing real comforts without losing the T2’s external aesthetics 
  • Fitted with shelf under dashboard
  • Portable toilet included
  • Three gas bottles to serve gas equipment included
  • Complete with picnic basket!
  • Good, clean boot with spare wheel, jack and hubcap puller

The Exterior

  • Very well-kept exterior in a stylish purple and white, with no visible blemishes to the paintwork
  • Some welding to jacking points, front wheel arches and bottom of sliding door
  • Underside shows some minor corrosion and paint loss, but is reported to be structurally sound
  • Minor pitting to exterior chrome and some blemishes on driver’s door mirror
  • All work done by professionals to a high standard with invoices provided

The Mechanics

  • Engine bay is clean and generally tidy
  • Modified with a Scat Shift Kit to improve the T2’s gear change
  • Slight oil leak reported by current owner
  • Engine replaced in 2006
  • Overall, a high-quality mechanical example with no major faults reported

Summary

The T2 Westfalia camper was legendary enough despite its often rather bohemian interior. This one’s impressive refurbishment, restoration and mechanical work have ascended it beyond what’s usually expected of the vehicle. We’ve seen plenty of T2s at Car and Classic, but rarely will an example come along with so many changes focused on comfort and practicality. 
While still maintaining all of that quirky, counter-cultural character, this VW bus has been upgraded into something ideal for all types of enthusiast. Whether its future with you is as a family camping spot, acting as a quirky daily driver, or trailing out to a festival solo, this storied camper is ready for its next adventure.
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Auction Details

  • Year1973
  • MakeVolkswagen
  • ModelT2 Westfalia
  • ColourPurple & White
  • Odometer49,323 Miles
  • Engine size1970cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownDownton
  • CountyWiltshire
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • Auction ends

Bidding history

26 Bids

gary-co••••
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£16,000
01/08/23
mohamme••••
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£15,750
01/08/23
gary-co••••
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£15,500
01/08/23
mohamme••••
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£15,000
01/08/23
gary-co••••
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£14,500
01/08/23
mohamme••••
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£14,000
01/08/23
gary-co••••
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£13,500
01/08/23
florida••••
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£13,000
01/08/23
gary-co••••
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£12,500
01/08/23
florida••••
Bid
£12,250
01/08/23

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