Comprehensive service history from South Africa and the UK
Mechanically original and regularly serviced by an air-cooled specialist
MOT valid until June 2025
The Appeal
The second generation of the Volkswagen Type 2 hit the market in 1967 - and propelled itself into pop culture status very quickly. With its simple mechanics, uncluttered aesthetics and range of body styles, the Type 2 quickly became an icon, especially for the growing nomadic movement that was developing across Europe and the USA.
This particular Kombi, affectionately named Beryl, spent most of its life in the dry climate of South Africa, where the hot, dry climate has clearly been a benefit - Beryl is remarkably well-preserved, free from the corrosion that so many of her European peers tend to develop.
This fine example of a T2 has been meticulously maintained, with a comprehensive service history that includes original service books and stamps from South Africa, as well as receipts for maintenance work done in the UK. We're told this lovely Kombi is in excellent mechanical order, ready and waiting to go at the lucky buyer's convenience.
History and Paperwork
Registered in 1976
Imported from South Africa in 2019
MOT valid until June 2025
Comprehensive service history from South Africa and the UK
Receipts for maintenance work done in the UK
Original papers from the main dealer in 1976
'Birth Certificate' from Wolfsburg
Currently indicates 15,665km on a five-figure odometer
The Condition
Full re-spray in Cosmic Yellow and White in 2022
Bodywork looks in good condition, with no sign of dents or dings
No obvious signs of corrosion to the body panels
Complete with original wheels, which look in good order
Underside is solid and free of any substantial corrosion
Interior shows age-commensurate wear but remains in good condition
Dashboard is in good order with all instruments clear and legible
Some wear on the original rubber matting and protective felt in the cab
No sign of any rips or tears
Original bench seats and rubber matting retained
Original matting in the rear and aisle between the front seats
Headlining looks in good order
The Mechanics
2.0L B4 powerplant
Manual transmission with 4 gears
Mechanically original, and reportedly with no non-standard parts
Regularly serviced by an aircooled specialist in Cornwall
The vendor informs us that it runs 'perfectly', with the 2L engine providing 'ample power'
We've no reports of any mechanical faults, leaks, knocks, bangs or smoke
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