1987 Volkswagen T3 Vanagon Westfalia LHD
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Highlights
- California import
- Recent light restoration
- Excellent condition
The Appeal
The daffodils are out and Spring is certainly in the air, which can mean only one thing, the camping season is almost upon us, and if you’re a seasoned camper you know that one of the best pieces of camping gear out there comes in the forms of the VW Westaflia Camper. We all know how iconic the VW camper has become over the years, but the T3 introduced a new level of reliability, putting a lot of keen camper’s minds at rest.
Here we have an original T3 Vanagon Westfalia. Built in Germany and exported directly to sunny California, it is a top specification camper with a 2.1 litre fuel injected engine, air conditioning, power steering, electric windows and all the bits and bobs you could wish for, whether it be for a spur of the moment weekend getaway or a more considered touring holiday with the kids. They really have thought of everything, plus the kitchen sink.
Having just been detailed following a light restoration in 2021, this versatile camper looks incredible and is ready to create memorable holidays.
The History and Paperwork
- Supplied new in 1987 where it was shipped to California
- Imported back to the UK in 1999 and it has had three owners during that time
- Current owner purchased in 2020
- Light restoration carried out including welding, and replacement of panels, any rust areas cut away and then fully resprayed in original colour
- V5c present
- Will come with 12 months MOT
- 2 sets of keys
- Spare wheel and jack
The Interior
- Original grey cloth interior in very good condition throughout
- Swivelling passenger and drivers Captains chairs with armrests with frame type headrests
- No rips, tears or marks on the seats
- Grey vinyl door cards with matching material padded insert
- 4 Berth – double in the elevated roof and three quarter width Rock n Roll bed to rear below
- All original Westfalia kitchen equipment in excellent condition and in full working order
- Air conditioning – a rare option on these early models
- Leisure battery
- Gas or electric operated 45 litre fridge
- 2 stove stainless steel gas burner
- Stainless steel sink – running water supplied by 40 litre on board water tank with electric pump or through external hook up
- Plenty of storage – cabinets for pots and pans, hanging closet, large area under the rear sea, utensil drawer etc
- Food pantry
- Flow through fresh air ventilation with 3-speed blower-assist
- Separate rear heater with 3-speed blower- assist
- Overhead fresh air outlets
- Original cup holders
- Kamei front door pockets
- Kenwood radio with USB connectivity and upgraded speakers
- All gauges and electrics work
The Exterior
- Original Dove Blue Metallic paintwork looks superb from every angle and is in excellent condition
- No dents or dings
- Recent tyres all round
- Nice clear headlights
- Small scuff to drivers side wing mirror casing
- Lights all work and are free from any cracks or damage
- New pop-up canvas – replaced in 2021
- External electric hook up
- External water supply hook up with drainage
The Mechanics
- 2,100cc petrol engine
- 5-speed manual gearbox
- Power steering
- Recent full service
- New fuel lines in engine bay
- All electrics reported to function correctly
- The vendor advises that the van is in excellent mechanical shape, starting and driving very well with no major issues to report or advise
The Summary
While these T3 campers are increasingly rare you’ll still a good few being kept alive because of their icon status. What you are unlikely to see is an original Westfalia in such good condition with all the original interior intact. It proves a couple of things with this model here, firstly it’s been well looked after by its US and few UK owners. But crucially, having spent so much of its life in the dry state of California, this one hasn’t rot like so many others will have done over the years. An absolute delight to sit in and equally to observe from a distance, this one will certainly ensure you’re the envy of the campsite.
Notice to bidders
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1987
- Make Volkswagen
- Model Type 3
- Colour Dove Blue Metallic
- Odometer 277,884 Kilometres
- Engine size 2100
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town North London
- Location London
- Country United Kingdom
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bids
- Hi•••• £17,000 04/04/23
- bj•••• £16,750 04/04/23
- Hi•••• £16,500 04/04/23
- bj•••• £16,250 04/04/23
- Hi•••• £16,000 04/04/23
- bj•••• £15,750 04/04/23
- Hi•••• £15,500 04/04/23
- bj•••• £15,250 04/04/23
- Hi•••• £15,000 04/04/23
- bj•••• £14,750 04/04/23
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