Highlights
- Interior completely updated last year
- Desirable Auto-Sleeper camper conversion with high-top roof
- Only two advisories on the last MOT
- Cruises comfortably at 65 mph on the motorway
- Reportedly very solid throughout
The Appeal
The T3, (T25 in the UK), was the final generation of the air-cooled Volkswagen vans, making it a significant model for enthusiasts seeking the classic VW experience with the benefit of more advanced chassis. Camper converted examples are often better-equipped than earlier Type 2s as well, especially those by renowned specialist Auto-Sleeper, like this rather fine specimen from 1990.
This van remains remarkably original, while having undergone a comprehensive refurbishment to the camping interior last year. We're informed that it comes with good service history and drives very well, cruising comfortably at 65 miles per hour and therefore ideal for summer camping adventures.
This van remains remarkably original, while having undergone a comprehensive refurbishment to the camping interior last year. We're informed that it comes with good service history and drives very well, cruising comfortably at 65 miles per hour and therefore ideal for summer camping adventures.
History and Paperwork
- UK market RHD example first registered in 1990
- Eight former registered keepers
- Comprehensive service history reportedly available
- Last serviced in June 2025
- MOT until 23rd April 2026
- 94,279 miles indicated
- V5C present
- Two sets of keys
- Original instruction manuals accompany the van
The Condition
- Surface rust present on the bodywork, specifically on the tailgate
- No structural or safety concerns; described as "a really solid bus"
- Interior completely updated last year
- New fresh retrimmed interior
- Reliable and appears in very good order
- Updated sounds system with blue tooth enabled stereo and speaker system
The Mechanics
- 1.6-litre diesel turbo injection engine
- Five-speed 'dog-leg' manual gearbox
- The vendor states that the van drives well and cruises at 65 mph on the motorway
- Extensive work on the engine
- Over £10,000 spent on welding, bills available on request.
- Only two advisories recorded during the last MOT test
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