1968 Volkswagen TYpe 2 Split Screen Camper - DORSET VINTAGE & CLASSIC AUCTIONS Thursday 19th March 2020 Henstridge Airfield Henstridge, Somerset, BA8 0TN

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Thursday 19th March 2020

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Henstridge, Somerset, BA8 0TN

  

Make: Volkswagen

Model: Type 2 Split Screen Camper

Year: 1966

Registration Number: GFX 293D

Chassis Number: 236148592

Engine Number: AH 041557

Transmission: Manual

Steering: Left Hand Drive

Colour: Pearl White over Velvet Green

MOT Test Expiry: Exempt

Guide Price: £29000 - 32000

Road Tax Exempt

Lot No: 210

Here comes summer and your ticket to a taste of warmth thanks to this VW “Splitty” campervan, the Holy Grail among VeeDub enthusiasts.

The base vehicle, a 1966 German-built 11 window Transporter, was exported to the United States and repatriated to Europe when it arrived on UK shores in 2008. Shortly after, the vendors, both Naval officers, acquired the VeeDub which underwent a total restoration with marque specialists. The rebuilt twin port 1.6 litre engine is coupled to a reconditioned gearbox, while the suspension is sympathetically lowered with coil springs over shock absorbers.

The interior high standards match the exterior, a sheer delight to behold. The owner is highly skilled – having built his own house extension, he plans to go on a boatbuilding course on retirement so the Splitty is now ready to float someone else’s boat.

Its fridge runs on electricity or gas, while the interior also features good lighting, a three quarter fold-down bunk, and a Zig unit to monitor the 12 volt and 240 volt interior electrics. The gas cooker is mounted on one of the twin side doors in period style so can be used inside or out, depending on the weather, making it ideal for those surf trips to Newquay!

The exterior is finished in the VW factory colours of pearl white over velvet green and there’s a perfect colour match to the leather front and vinyl rear seat facings. The original roof has been retained rather than converted to a pop-top, making secure garage storage easier.

It’s very appealing, highly practical, and great value when in the last few years some of these VWs with quality, and not always original, conversions have been achieving well in excess of £50,000. The copious history file, accompanied by a current V5C certificate, clearly shows why this particular camper has such great appeal.

Guaranteed to turn heads wherever it goes, this VW will be welcomed at any classic car or campervan event.

SOURCE: http://www.dvca.co.uk/vehicles-for-auction-view.php?classic-cars=Volkswagen-6398

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1967 VOLKSWAGEN SUNDIAL CAMPER VAN - HISTORICS AUCTIONEERS Saturday 21st September 2019 Mercedes Benz World Weybridge, Surrey

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1967 VOLKSWAGEN SUNDIAL CAMPER VAN

Registration No: VBY 396E

Chassis No: 217099414

Engine No: D1436427

Estimate: £18,000 - £24,000

 

• Cover car for Ultra VW magazine
• Fully restored split screen Sundial camper

The Volkswagen Type Two was introduced in 1950 as a multi-variant utility vehicle, known as the Transporter, Kombi or Microbus (depending on body type) and was devised as an evolution of the Volkswagen Type One, the original Beetle. The first generation of these versatile vehicles, named the T1, was produced with distinctive split-screens from 1950 until 1967. Only two models were originally offered, the Kombi and the Commercial, the Microbus was added in May 1950, and was joined by the Deluxe Microbus in June 1951.
This 1967 Sundial camper was originally imported in 2011 from Idaho, USA and fitted was with an 1800cc engine from a light aircraft! With the vehicle in need of some restoration work, the then owner had intended to scrap this engine and opt for a traditional stock overhauled 1200cc engine. After all the necessary welding and body work was complete, the then owner, in 2013 leaned on expertise from XYZ VW in Tottenham to perform the all important preparation for the camper. Before deciding on this striking colour combination of Ferrari Rosso Corsa Red and Mercedes Primrose Yellow, the decision was taken to trim the camper with a matching red before continuing on with the restoration. New brakes were fitted throughout including a new master cylinder to complement the drivability of the camper, this was coupled to a set of restored steel wheels and chrome hubcaps. The interior fitting is bespoke, the owner was disappointed with off-the-shelf options and decided to tackle this personally, thus the plywood roof panels and trim all add to the ultra cool look for this van, both inside and out. A ⅔ width rock-and-roll bed can be found next to the custom cabinets and this camper has been converted to 12v which helps to power the electrics and a modern stereo. Upon completion, this example was featured in the August 2013's edition of Ultra VW magazine for which it was the cover car. Offered today with a sensible estimate and in wonderful condition, this unique and head turning camper will be the perfect foil for events, festivals and trips to the coast where you will inevitably be the envy of camper fans throughout.

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1972 VOLKSWAGEN CAMPER/COFFEE VAN - COYS AUCTIONS Blenheim Palace Sale Saturday 29th June 2019 Woodstock OX20 1PP

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1972 VOLKSWAGEN CAMPER/COFFEE VAN

The Volkswagen Type 2, known officially (depending on body type) as the Transporter, Kombi or Microbus, or, more informally, as the Bus (US) or Camper (UK), was introduced in 1950 by the Volkswagen as its second car model following the Beetle. Like the Beetle, the van has received numerous nicknames worldwide, including the Microbus, Minibus, and, because of its popularity during the counterculture movement of the 1960s, the Hippie Van. In late 1967, the second generation of the Volkswagen Type 2 (T2) was introduced, built in Germany until 1979. This second-generation Type 2 lost its distinctive split front windshield, and was slightly larger and heavier than its predecessor. Its common nicknames are Breadloaf and Bay-window, or Loaf and Bay for short.
This 1972 Camper has been converted into a commercial coffee-making bus, fitted with an Astoria Perla coffee machine, water heater, water filter/softener, mazza coffee grinder, Clarke generator, fold-out counter, tables, chairs and all crockery and utensils.
With a recent full engine service and attention to the brakes, and finished in a super-cool and striking 1970s colour scheme, the VW is ready to earn its living at various festivals and other events over the summer months.

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