1978 Volkswagen Type 2 Kombi B

Highlights

  • A rare example of French left-hand drive
  • Extensively restored and constantly upgraded over 5 years
  • Complete file with all maintenance invoices
  • Appraised by a certified classic car expert

The plus

The Volkswagen Type 2 Kombi is a symbol of freedom and adventure, a classic van that has captured the hearts of literally millions of people around the world. This particular van has been extensively restored and constantly improved over the last five years, making it a vehicle in perfect condition. The van is accompanied by a complete file, including all maintenance invoices and an appraisal by a certified classic car expert.

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History and documents

  • Registered in 1978
  • Collector's registration certificate with five seats
  • FFVE certificate
  • Technical inspection report dated 03/11/2020 with a validity of 5 years unless the vehicle is sold
  • Evaluated by a certified classic car expert in July 2020 at 117,265 km
  • Vehicle known for five years, constantly improved, in perfect condition
  • Estimated value of €50,000
  • Purchased in 2012, regularly maintained, fully restored vehicle
  • French vehicle, left-hand drive
  • 5-digit odometer reading 120,080 km
  • File with all maintenance invoices
  • Vehicle removed from barn in 2011
  • Serial numbers are declared as matching

Condition

  • Complete Westfalia camping type interior with all the usual conveniences
  • Bodywork in excellent condition, no corrosion
  • All door seals have been replaced
  • All side, rear and windscreen seals have been replaced, as well as all door handle and wiper arm seals
  • Headlight visors installed
  • Vintage roof rack
  • Trailer hitch
  • Complete refurbishment of furniture, bench seat, seats and front door panels
  • Plenty of storage space, LED lighting, several USB sockets and cigarette lighter socket
  • Additional Eberspacher cab heater
  • Bench seat/bed - 70W .12V/220V fridge
  • Gas cooker with gas bottle
  • External shower hose
  • Porta Potti portable toilet
  • Sink with electric water pump, 30l clean water tank and 30l waste water tank
  • Vintage car radio (4 speakers) + USB
  • Fabricated blackout curtains
  • Plenty of storage space
  • 12V/220V electricity with 2 220V sockets inside + external socket for direct 220V connection
  • Headlights, tail lights and indicators replaced
  • Full two-tone paintwork redone in 07/2019 with VW tints at 115,500 km
  • Orange reference: L20B
  • Beige reference: L91Z
  • Fitted with 5 new beige retractable seatbelts
  • This Kombi is stored in a garage under a special Kombi cover with six vents

La Mécanique

  • 1,600 cm3 air-cooled boxer engine
  • Four-speed manual gearbox
  • Clutch and cable replaced
  • In-line fuel filter installed
  • Electronic ignition
  • Vintage Speed stainless steel exhaust system
  • Rear brakes, handbrake and front cables replaced, front and rear shock absorbers replaced, gearbox driveshafts replaced
  • Fuel tank removed, cleaned with dipstick and all seals replaced
  • Starter replaced
  • Alternator overhauled
  • Engine and gearbox oil seals replaced
  • 1600cc twin intake engine fully refurbished: cylinder heads, liners, pistons, airboxes etc in 11/2019 at 116,000 km and fitted with additional engine oil cooler with filter
  • Fuel : SP95 or 98
  • Additional Eberspacher cab heaters run on tank fuel (spark plug replacement required)
  • The seller states that the van is very pleasant to drive
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Vehicle specification
  • Year 1978
  • Make Volkswagen
  • Model Type 2
  • Colour Multicolour
  • Odometer 120,080 Kilometres
  • Engine size 1600
Auction Details
  • Seller Type Private
  • Town Auvergne Rhône Alpes
  • Country France
Bidding history
3 bids
  • ranger.•••• €9,500 16/05/24
  • equinox•••• €6,100 15/05/24
  • jm-roge•••• €6,000 15/05/24
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