1974 Volkswagen Type 2 ‘Bay Window’ Westfalia Campervan
Highlights
Well preserved original Westfalia camping interior
Desirable 2.0-litre ‘pancake’ engine
A very usable example with scope to improve over time
The Appeal
Westfalia was the first and official converter of Volkswagen Type 2 vans, and its campers are the crème de la crème of classic VW camper vans. With their trademark tartan fabrics and versatile elevating roofs, well-preserved original examples are coveted the world over. This 1974 example is just that - a commendably original, highly usable example of a Westfalia-converted ‘Bay Window’ in US market specification.
UK road registered since November 2007, we understand that the van was owned by a friend of the vendor who has since sadly passed away. In current ownership since 2019, it has covered very few miles during the last five years and the owner has decided it’s now time for the van to find a new home.
All too often, these vans lose their original interiors, so this is a great opportunity for Westfalia enthusiasts looking for a light winter project.
The History and Paperwork
Exempt from road tax and MOT
UK road registered since November 2007
One former UK registered keeper
In present ownership since September 2019
7,281 miles indicated
Left-hand drive
US specifications
V5C present
MOT valid until July 2025
Old MOT certificate/emissions test certificate accompanies the van
The Condition
Period colour scheme, and cabinetry and tartan upholstery retained
Westfalia elevating roof in good working order, although the canvas is torn
The underside appears in sound order for a Type 2 of this age
The bodywork presents well for its age, with some localised corrosion causing bubbling to the paint (see photographs)
Commendably straight overall, besides a few dents photographed
Smart bumpers front and rear
US-spec side repeaters/indicators and right-hand side sliding door
Slight pitting to the chrome hubcaps
The original Westfalia camping interior looks in very good shape with minimal wear
The cabinetry and appliances present well for their age
The cushions, curtains and front seats look particularly smart
Equipped with a DAB radio with CD player
Three-pin UK 240v electrical sockets fitted
The Mechanics
2.0-litre air-cooled ‘Pancake’ flat-four
Four-speed manual gearbox
Electric hook-up sockets for 240v
New starter battery (Nov 24) with 3 year warranty from Eurocar parts
We understand the van to be in running, driving order
Used very sparingly during the last five years of present ownership
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