Highlights

Much-loved Westfalia with older restoration and repaint
Engine replaced 20,000 miles ago
Recent new alternator and carburettor rebuild
Extensive suspension, steering, fuel system and other work in 2022
Current keeper since 2014 who stores Poppy inside during winter
Regularly serviced and voluntarily MOT'd despite being exempt
Will be freshly serviced prior to sale

The Appeal

For many, a holiday isn’t really a holiday without bringing along your faithful Type 2. That’s why we love this very honest 1972 Westfalia, Nicknamed Poppy for reasons that will be obvious when you see the photos, it has been accompanying the current keeper on trips since 2014 and is evidently much-loved. It is a really well-specified van that comes with some neat touches, like a Propex heater to make winter camping much more comfortable.

The attractive dark red and white paintwork was applied in 2010 and matches the two-tone interior. There are points to note to the bodywork in the photos, but nothing deemed serious by the last MOT in 2023. The 1,600cc twin-port engine was replaced 20,000 miles ago. Subsequent work has included rebuilding the carburettor, replacing the alternator and undertaking extensive repairs to the suspension, steering, fuel system and other areas in 2022. The last service was in 2024 but the van will be serviced again prior to sale.

If your taste in Type 2s is less showy and shiny and more get out and go, then this much-loved example is for you.

The vendor says:

“Poppy is a much loved camper. She attracts attention wherever she goes. She has had numerous adventures and is now looking for a new owner who can give her the extra TLC she needs. I have all documentation regarding photos of professional restoration from previous owners from 2009. Plus all documents regarding service history, MOT and repairs.”

Key Information

Mileage: 163,707 miles (MOT records available, not warranted)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT exempt, last test in October 2023 with advisories
Technical specs: 1,600cc Twin Port four-cylinder petrol, four-speed manual
Paperwork: Service records, MOT history, repair documents, and professional restoration photos from 2009 reportedly available, V5C, 1 set of keys

The Detail

Full engine service and tune in 2024 and will be serviced again prior to sale
New suspension, front beam, master cylinder, steering adjustments, gear shift, and new fuel lines fitted in 2022 (paperwork available)
New brakes fitted in 2017
Replacement 1,600cc engine with electric ignition fitted at 145,100 miles
Carburettor rebuilt at 149,948 miles
New alternator fitted at 153,630 miles
Waxoyl applied underneath
The vendor describes the vehicle as structurally solid, which buyers can check in photos
Rust on both front doors and passenger-side wheel arch, with some rust bubbling elsewhere
Red bodywork colour faded in patches
Interior reported to be in good condition
Light furniture made of varnished birch marine plywood
Curtains all round in the rear and insulation covers for the front 3 windows and rear window.
Fitted with Fiamma carry-bike rack for 2 bikes

Specification provided by seller:

Full width rock n’ roll bed
Westfalia pop top with 3 windows
Westfalia roof rack fitted to rear
Fully soundproofed and insulated
Anti slip floor
Walk through layout with full camping interior
Curtains all round in the back
Insulation covers for the front 3 windows
Westfalia-style buddy seat and 2 front seats upholstered in red/white vinyl
Two 3-point seat belts fitted on rear seat
Electric cool box fridge
SMEV sink cooker combination with electric water pump, 2 rings and glass lid
Strip light above cooker
Light furniture made of birch marine plywood varnished
Foldable Westfalia-style swivel table
Mains hook up, 2 sockets
Good storage in cupboards and under the bed
Leisure battery with split relay and fuse box
240V mains/12V charger, hook-up socket under rear bumper
Propex heater to keep warm even in winter

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