Highlights

Full engine strip and service completed in March 2025
In current ownership for 3 years
Original refurbished 1975 interior with pop-top roof
Always garaged, including by the previous owner

The Appeal

Few vehicles capture the spirit of adventure and freedom quite like the Volkswagen Camper. An icon of the 1970s, these air-cooled Type-2 vans have transcended their utilitarian origins as load-luggers and small commercials to become beloved symbols of the open road, cherished by enthusiasts and families alike for their charm, practicality, and unmistakable character.

Affectionately nicknamed 'Sunny', this 1975 camper benefits from an original refurbished interior complete with a desirable pop-top roof, sleeping accommodation for four via a rock and roll bed and roof hammocks, and practical features including a swing-out gas cooker, electric hook-up, and leisure battery. The vendor reports that all electrics are fully functioning, from the Kenwood radio/soundsystem to the reading lights and indicators.

A full engine strip and service was completed in March 2025, and the camper has since undertaken an overseas trip to the south of France without, we're told, any mechanical issues. With an impressive service history and the benefit of always being garaged throughout its life, 'Sunny' is a characterful, bright van that's eagerly awaiting its new keeper.

History and Paperwork

UK market RHD car first registered in 1975
Current ownership since February 2023
Full engine strip and service completed in March 2025
Two new front tyres fitted in March 2025
MOT exempt

Impressive service history including:

V5C document
A very large collection of invoices
Plenty of handbooks, manuals etc
Photographic record of repaint and restoration
Original service record card, dating from 1975 to 1981

The Condition

Overall condition very good
Paintwork in good order, with minor wear to front and rear bumpers
Some rust on rear-right guttering
Underneath presents well
Original refurbished 1975 interior with pop-top roof
Two front sprung leather seats with 4 seatbelts
Sleeps 4 (2 adults, 2 children) via rock and roll bed/sofa and roof hammocks
Swing-out gas cooker for outdoor cooking
Reading lights over bed
Fully working electric hook-up and leisure battery, according to the vendor
We're told the van also boasts fully-functioning electrics including Kenwood radio/soundsystem (FM/AM/Aux)
All lights and indicators reported to be working (indicators, screenwash, hazard lights)

The Mechanics

1.6-litre flat-four engine
Four-speed manual
Engine bay is in good overall order
Factory standard
The vendor informs us the engine starts and runs well

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