Description
The Highlights:
Recent extensive bodywork and mechanical restoration
Partial resprayed in smart two-tone colour scheme
Very original and smart panel van
Scope to use as is or evolve into a camper
10K + in receipts for the recent restoration work
The Appeal
There is nothing like a freshly restored T2 to remind us just how lovely these characterful vans are.
Finished in light blue with complementary white trim and roof, this '74 Panel Van has undergone a huge restoration programme that requires four pages of bulletpoints to document.
The result is a very stylish and high quality van. It has the large sliding slide door so could be used 'as is' or evolved into a camper.
Whichever direction you choose to go in, someone else has done all the work to create a great base for the buyer to use, enjoy and perhaps develop it further.
The Mechanics
1. 6-litre air-cooled flat-four
4spd manual gearbox
Extensive mechanical overhaul which is detailed above
Vehicle has covered no distance since this work was completed
No reported running or driving issues to adviseThe History and Paperwork
1974 T2 recently restored
Restored with work completed in September 2023
All work undertaken by marque and model specialist
This is documented in four pages of handwritten notes shown in photos
A summary of this work is below
Vehicle is located in Ireland and carries an Irish registration. This is easily transferable to a UK plate.
Summary of restoration work:
Suspension repairs
Welding work
New tyres all round
Electrics and wiring repairs
Brakes overhauled
Steering system refreshed
Engine top end overhaul
Clutch replaced
Spark plugs and leads
Engine gaskets renewed
Fuel pump
New distributor
Alternator replaced
Ignition coil
Engine mounts
Petrol tank and gauge renewed
Starter motor
Chrome items replaced
Locks and handles replaced
Various door seals renewed
The Condition
Factory panel van layout with larger rear door of later vans and large sliding side door
Attractively finished in light blue with recent partial respray
Contrasting white trim items and roof
Due to recent work the paintwork is in very good, freshly applied condition
Bodywork is similarly well presented with recent welding and repairs
Standard and largely unmodified exterior including steel wheels with VW chrome hub caps
Chrome refreshed during restoration to include, bumpers, rear and front lights, windscreen wipers, handles, badge and more.
There are some minor body issues around the sliding door
Original interior with black vinyl front seats and bench rear seat
