Description
For Sale: 1970 VW Westfalia Oslo S069/ 1 – “Bluebell”
A Rare, original Time Capsule with Rich Provenance
Built on Monday, 13th April 1970, “Bluebell” is a stunning example of the Westfalia Oslo S069/ 1, one of the rarest and most highly spec’d camper conversions ever produced by VW – manufactured for just two years. She is a genuine, unrestored, 3-owner van in original paint, mechancially overhauled with comprehensive history, and period-correct accessories, making her a truly exceptional find.
Condition & Upgrades
Garaged, never driven in rain, winter or on salty roads.
Original paintwork with minor touch-ups – no filler, no welding and no rust hidden under fresh new paint.
Brakes - CSP front disc brake upgrade. Overhauled with new master cylinder & brake fluid change (2 months ago)
Suspension - any worn bushes and joints replaced with new in my ownership. New front dampers.
New battery (4 months ago).
New engine with external oil filtration added (1, 000 miles ago).
Full stainless steel exhaust system, replicating original.
Fuel lines & filters replaced to R9 E10 ethanol requirements - only E5 super unleaded ever used in my ownership.
Waxoyled underside & cavity wax treated.
Extremely solid - No welding.
All Original Westfalia Oslo Features.
Working Eberspacher petrol heater (with OE spare glow & spark plugs)
Original fridge with ice tray
Full-width pull-out bed
Two-burner hob
Cab hammock bed
Roof single hammock
Table lamp
Awning
Westfalia curtains
Westfalia water tank
Fold-away step, and even the toilet!
All accessories are present and correct – exceptionally rare for a van of this age.
Documentation:
Full receipts for all work
Photographic history
Maps, letters, memorabilia, and photos from previous owners
Mileage: 126, 448 miles
Why Bluebell?
If you’re looking for a genuine and original rare-spec camper to become part of your family, Bluebell is ready to go. She’s not just a vehicle – she’s a piece of history, lovingly preserved and sympathetically updated for reliability and usability. Bluebell is completely original and honest and in need of no work to continue being used for camping trips, touring or shows. If you are expecting a repainted, retrimmed van this is not the van for you. She is a van for someone wanting to enjoy and use her but retain her provinence. Owned by enthusiast and Automotive Design Engineer with 25 years experience working in the luxury car industry.
Her Story
Originally purchased by the Arndt family in Switzerland, Bluebell was bought fully spec'd and toured Europe before being shipped to Florida under VW’s Tourist Delivery Programme. She faithfully served the family on summer holidays to New Hampshire until 1996, when ownership passed to their daughter, Dottie. Bluebell spent the next decade carefully dry stored in a garage, used only once for a short day trip.
In 2006, she was imported to the UK by a colleague and underwent a mechanical overhaul before being used for camping and leisure. I acquired her in 2009 after an extensive search across UK for an original, unmodified van – Bluebell stood out far beyond anything else I had seen.
Serious Enquiries Only
No timewasters or silly offers.
Please consider the specific interior layout to suit your requirements before hand.
Overseas buyers: please check shipping and import taxes beforehand – these are at your cost and responsibility.
A deposit is required to secure the sale.
If this advert is live, Bluebell is still available.
