Highlights
- Full restoration completed with bodywork by Dan Munday's Bus Stop
- Long-term current ownership: thirteen years
- New engine from Raw Speed and restored gearbox
- Professionally reupholstered interior with full-width 'rock and roll' bed
- Professionally fitted rag top from an 'Oval' Beetle
- Brand new service completed August 2025
The Appeal
The so-called 'Splitscreen' is the name given to the original air-cooled Volkswagen van, a vehicle synonymous with freedom and adventure, beloved for its distinctive boxy silhouette and immense cultural significance, having been adopted by the '60s 'Hippie' movement.
This striking 1963 example has undergone a comprehensive restoration, making it a particularly appealing proposition for enthusiasts of the marque. Imported from Canada and maintained by its current owner for the last thirteen years, this 'Splittie' has benefited from professional work throughout, including bodywork restoration by the respected Dan Munday's Bus Stop, a new engine from Raw Speed, and a professionally fitted rag top from 'Oval' Beetle. The thoughtfully appointed interior features a full-width 'rock and roll' bed and numerous practical touches that make it ready for both shows and adventures.
The vendor summarises:
"The van is great to drive, particularly in the summer with the safari windows open. My family and I will miss having the van, however, we have outgrown and are not using it as much as we once were. The van will come with numerous parts, including a dust cover sheet, front window cover with eyes, thermal window covers, custom-made magnet curtains, awning rail already fitted to the van, numerous spares that are useful to have, a custom-made table which is removable, white wall tyre covers when tyres need replacing."
This striking 1963 example has undergone a comprehensive restoration, making it a particularly appealing proposition for enthusiasts of the marque. Imported from Canada and maintained by its current owner for the last thirteen years, this 'Splittie' has benefited from professional work throughout, including bodywork restoration by the respected Dan Munday's Bus Stop, a new engine from Raw Speed, and a professionally fitted rag top from 'Oval' Beetle. The thoughtfully appointed interior features a full-width 'rock and roll' bed and numerous practical touches that make it ready for both shows and adventures.
The vendor summarises:
"The van is great to drive, particularly in the summer with the safari windows open. My family and I will miss having the van, however, we have outgrown and are not using it as much as we once were. The van will come with numerous parts, including a dust cover sheet, front window cover with eyes, thermal window covers, custom-made magnet curtains, awning rail already fitted to the van, numerous spares that are useful to have, a custom-made table which is removable, white wall tyre covers when tyres need replacing."
History and Paperwork
- Left-hand drive example imported from Canada in 2013
- Owned by the current keeper for thirteen years
- Exempt from road tax and MOT
- 14,434 miles indicated
- Full restoration completed
- Bodywork and respray done by Dan Munday's Bus Stop
- Stored in garage under a dust sheet
- New engine from Raw Speed
- Restored gearbox
- New wiring loom installed
- Professionally reupholstered bespoke interior
- Professionally fitted rag top from Oval Beetle
- Service with Dan Munday's will be booked ready for the new owner
The Condition
- The vendor reports very sound bodywork overall
- We're informed of a few scratches on the paintwork but nothing especially noteworthy
- Crack on front underneath VW badge (only noticeable up close)
- Paintwork damaged around the exhaust due to heat (common issue with these vehicles)
- Solid underside reported, benefiting from the regular application of anti-corrosion treatment
- Clean and well-presented interior with cushions in good condition
- Full-width 'rock and roll' bed in the rear
- Rear-facing bench seat with storage underneath
- Overhead locker at rear
- One seatbelt in back, two in front (can be hidden for shows)
- Modern radio with vintage appearance
- Includes hammock bed for over cab (suitable for small child or storage)
- Front window cover with eyes and thermal window covers included
- Custom-made magnet curtains
- Awning rail (already fitted)
- Custom-made removable table
- White wall tyre covers for future tyre replacements
The Mechanics
- 1.6-litre air-cooled flat-four Raw Speed engine fitted
- Four-speed manual gearbox (rebuilt)
- Retains drum brakes all around
- Fuel gauge not very reliable (common for vehicles this age)
- Engine starts reliably and runs well according to the vendor
- Any issues will be rectified during pre-sale service, we are told
- Numerous spare parts included in the sale
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