Reconditioned 1,600 twin port engine with twin Weber carbs
Original driver's floor pan still intact
New interior upholstery by Tony Archer
Only 37,213 miles from new
The Appeal
The Volkswagen Type 2 is a van of many forms. Whether it's a bus, a commercial or a pickup, these iconic bread-shaped wagons are practically synonymous with the 60s and 70s. Reliable, versatile and mechanically simple, they're a magnificent example of the 60s at their best.
This particular one was a barn find, first registered in the UK in 2000. With a meticulous restoration recently completed, this stylish van has a reconditioned 1,600 twin port engine with twin Weber carbs, a fresh new interior and very little distance travelled - it's ready and waiting to hit the road
History and Paperwork
Built in 1967
Has had 6 former keepers
Originally a barn find, discovered around 2000
First registered in the UK in July 2000, previously registered/used overseas
Last MOT test was on 19 May 2006, with 33,797 on the clock
Acquired by the seller in 2016, but in their care since 2009
No previous service history as the vehicle was a barn find
The Condition
Recently restored
Painted within the last 18 months by an 'old-school' painter and friend
Currently stored outside under an all-weather cover
Almost perfect bodywork, including the underside
Underbody stripped of all underseal, blasted, etch primed, and raptor lined during restoration
Minimal weld repairs needed on the underside
New interior upholstery by Tony Archer
New interior with front seats and door cards upholstered in cream with light grey piping
Rear of the vehicle finished in charcoal grey material
Roof lining fitted in poplar wood
Custom VW logo mat and an illuminated VW logo, powered by a 'Snap-On' rechargeable 12v power supply
The Mechanics
Reconditioned 1,600cc twinport engine with twin Weber carbs, supplied by B&I Engineering
Engine has covered minimal mileage since being fitted (test drive only on a private road)
1303 S beetle gearbox
Front axle assembly has been blasted, powder coated, and raptor lined
New brake lines and cables fitted, along with reconditioned drums
Drives well and has increased power due to the 1600 engine swap with twin carbs.
Fully restored, mechanically superb and ready to go - this panel van is sure to impress!
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