CLASSICS CHATTER AUCTION UPDATES: 1958 VOLKSWAGEN TYPE 2 PANEL VAN - COYS AUCTIONS TECHNO CLASSICA SALE Messe Essen, Norbertstraße 2, 45131 Essen, Germany Saturday 24th March 2018

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Messe Essen, Norbertstraße 2, 45131 Essen, Germany

Saturday 24th March 2018

1958 VOLKSWAGEN TYPE 2 PANEL VAN

Chassis Number: 329308

The first generation of the Volkswagen Type 2 with the split windshield, informally called the Microbus, Splitscreen, or Splittie among modern fans was produced from 8 March 1950 through the end of the 1967 model year.

The early versions of the T1 until 1955 were often called the “Barndoor” (retrospectively called T1a since the 1990s), owing to the enormous rear engine cover, while the later versions with a slightly modified body (the roofline above the windshield is extended), smaller engine bay, and 15” road wheels instead of the original 16” ones are nowadays called the T1b (again, only called this since the 1990s, based on VW’s retrospective T1,2,3,4 etc. naming system.). From the 1964 model year, when the rear door was made wider (same as on the bay-window or T2), the vehicle could be referred to as the T1c. 1964 also saw the introduction of an optional sliding door for the passenger/cargo area instead of the outwardly hinged doors typical of cargo vans.

This early sought after T1 split screen Panel Van was first delivered in 1958 to the US, residing in sunny California for much of its life. Although solid, the van would benefit from either a full restoration or mechanical refurbishment whilst maintaining its unique patina. Offered with US title and all EU taxes paid, this would make a fantastic project for the VW enthusiast.