Highlights
- Charming retro Sundial interior
- Benefits from a comprehensive mechanical refresh in the last six months
- A very presentable example of the iconic ‘Splitscreen’ in a striking colour scheme
The Appeal
When we say the words “classic campervan”, you’re already thinking about a Volkswagen Type 2 and the chances are the one in your head is an early Splitscreen. Embraced by ‘60s counterculture and now beloved of the air-cooled VW scene, these characterful vans continue to perform holiday duties, making them a supremely usable classic.
This 1964 example looks in lovely condition and has accrued a nice patina over the years while remaining immensely presentable. It's fitted out with a charming and unashamedly retro Sundialcamping interior with seafoam green upholstery. Benefitting from a comprehensive mechanical overhaul in present ownership, it reportedly drives well and is ready to enjoy.
The History and Paperwork
- Acquired by the current owner around six months ago
- Exempt from road tax and MOT testing
- It would appear the van spent time in the State of California
- First UK registered in August 2008
- Retains its US license plates as well as its UK registration
- Left-hand drive
The Condition
- Striking yellow and white two-tone colour scheme
- New laminated glass fitted to the side vent windows
- Straight bodywork with minimal signs of corrosion and few notable blemishes
- The underside presents very well overall
- Sundial camping interior
- Seafoam green upholstery and table
- Rock ‘n’ roll bed arrangement
- UK three-pin sockets domestic fitted
- Period-correct Mobilaire refrigerator (as was original Sundial equipment)
- Period accessory crank-handle gear lever extension
- Retains its original Sundial conversion plate and State of California Homolgation plate on the offside rear-quarter
The Mechanics
- 1600 cc air-cooled flat-four
- Four-speed manual gearbox
- We’re informed that it runs and drives very well indeed with no issues to report
During their ownership, the vendor has reportedly replaced the following mechanical components:
- Dynamo
- Coil
- distributor (and cap)
- spark plug leads and spark plugs
- fuel filter and fuel lines
- fuel pump
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