*** Interested parties should note, this vehicle was subject to a CAT S insurance loss in 12/2019 ***
Highlights
- Compelling project in largely complete and very honest condition
- Period Westfalia camping interior in good condition, including elevating roof and vented side window
- 1.6-litre engine in running order
- Right-hand drive UK market Microbus
- Engine is currently not starting, vendor believes this may be a battery issue
The Appeal
If you love classic camper vans and are in search of a project, we have the very vehicle for you. This 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 ‘Bay Window’ ticks all the right boxes. It’s a UK market walk-though Microbus in right-hand drive, boasting a period camper conversion by Wesfalia - arguably the best in the business.
As the photographs show, this van has fallen upon harder times of late, and is in need of substantial restoration. The aforementioned specification and original, well-preserved camper interior make this a worthy candidate for a full rebuild. We understand that the engine has been running for loading purposes, and the van looks to be highly complete.
The History and Paperwork
- 16,684 miles indicated
- Exempt from road tax and MOT
- Subject to CAT S insurance loss, since repaired
- The vendor informs us that there have been three owners; DVLA data shows five former registered keepers
- The vehicle has been in storage during recent years
The Condition
- Retains original Westfalia cabinetry and kitchen appliances in good original condition
- The varnish has been renewed in the past, showing some finish runs and general patina
- Replacement covers fitted to the upholstery
- The elevating roof has not been used in some time so its condition has not been assessed
- Modern replacement front seats fitted
- The bodywork shows signs of age and deterioration, with some historic filler and repairs
- The underside exhibits some corrosion, but appears in fair order overall
- Rear bumper missing
The Mechanics
- 1.6-litre air-cooled flat-four
- Four-speed manual gearbox
- All appears quite original inside the engine bay
- Currently sits upon mixed tyres, some of which are designated for trailer use only
- We understand that the engine has been running recently, although the van has been off the road for some time
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