Description
MANUFACTURE – made in Germany in June 1964
ORIGINAL SPEC – originally made for USA; left hand drive; colours L380 Turquoise/ L289 Blue white; 11 window with 6 pop out and hinged side windows; supplied from VW without middle seat
PROOF OF SPEC AND HERITAGE – Comes with VW Heritage Zertifikat. Veh. No. 1 304 359. Number stamped in engine bay and original m-code plate on cab roof & bulkhead
KNOWN HISTORY – from 1964 to 2008 lived in California, the sunshine state. Imported to UK in 2008. Refurbished 2008/ 9. Owned by current owner since 2013, always garage stored and kept in mint condition
UNIQUE FEATURES
• Bodywork 99. 9% original. No new panels, all original. No rust anywhere.
• All windows stamped and original to bus other than front windscreens which are retro fitted safari
• Internally all body panels (other than both door cards) are original and in great condition inc. spare wheel housing. Original headlining in great condition
• The refit into a campervan carried out by cabinet maker. Oak or oak veneer cupboards etc. Mint condition. Fold away table. Real craftmanship.
• All functioning dials, switches and clock. Working original heating system
• “Before and after” photo record of refurbishment showing amazing original condition of the bus when imported to UK. History file also
• Retains original colour scheme external and internal. Original wheels and lights
• Independent electric system for camping, 240/ 12v sockets and lighting. Separate battery (new) and camper hook up point. Panasonic sound system
• Detachable tow bar
MODERNISATION
• All aluminium safari and side window frames. No rust, looks fabulous
• Completely new and revised front and rear axles/ beams, CSP brakes and steering system making the bus useable and happy in modern conditions
• Original 1600cc VW engine and gearbox. Single original Solex carb and bespoke exhaust system. Solid and reliable. Regularly maintained and very low miles last 11 years in my ownership
• Resprayed in original colours and wax oiled underneath. No rust to original bodyworkSo a unique blend of originality and modern driving upgrades. Perhaps this VW colour scheme is the best of all and the slightly lower stance gives the bus poise and kerb appeal. Much enjoyed and admired and at this price a really fantastic and enjoyable investment. MOTd.
