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Highlights

Very pretty van in mint green with cream theme inside and out
Very stylish and highly usable classic camper
Upgraded with rofessionally built 1,914cc engine
High mechanical specification with long list of improvements
Recent starter motor, distributor, and battery
Great condition inside and out and ready for summer

The Appeal

Camping really does not get more classic than a Volkswagen Kombi Type 2 T1 ‘split screen’ van. But when we’re keen to get to the campsite, we’re a little less enamoured of the standard van’s reluctance to tackle hills, motorways or anything above 55mph.

That is why we love this ‘63 Splittie. Aside from a set of stylish Fuchs-esque alloys, it looks standard. But beneath the rear deck lies a 1,941cc air cooled engine replete with a host of mechanical upgrades plus an IRS rear end conversion that makes it properly go. That means less stress on the journey, more time preparing the BBQ and some sundowners.

Finished in well kept light ‘gelato’ mint green with cream across the inside and outside, this is a very pretty van that is in great condition. It has a practical interior layout and comes to market with recent work including new starter motor, distributor and battery. It has also recently been checked over by a specialist and given a clean bill of health.

This is a great classic camper that will transform any trip into a proper escape.

The vendor says:

“I will be sad to see my van go but we are moving overseas. It is such a nice van to drive with super comfy seats and full of character and good vibes. I love how it makes people smile when I drive past them.”

History and Paperwork

First registered in 1964
First UK registered July 2007
Six registered UK keepers
Current keeper since October 2020
Stored in a garage by current and previous keepers
MOT certificates available
Recently had a full independent inspection and engine bay clean
Comprehensive invoices available for all work done
MOT and tax exempt by age
Long list of upgrades and recent work detailed below

The Condition

Two-tone light green and cream paintwork in very good order throughout
Few indications of use to paintwork as shown in photos
Vendor advises that a couple of the window frames are showing light corrosion
Bodywork presents well with no significant issues to note in photos
There are some minor, very localised areas of bubbling to note to some panels
These include leading edges of both doors and offside sill as shown
These area could likely be easily remedied before the worsen
Underside reported to be in very good order with photos included
Vendor advises that underneath has been undersealed for protection
Cream front and rear bumpers in good condition with nudge bars fitted
Exterior fittings including lights, chrome and trim in good order
Headlights protected with mesh grilles as shown
Fitted withj polished Fuchs-style Midland Wheels alloys in fair condition
Alloys show some light age to polished surfaces but may polish up
Tyres in good order all round with well kept sidewalls and plenty of tread
Well detailed van including VW branded mud flaps
Versatile and very well kept camper interior as shown in photos
Green and cream two-tone vinyl interior in very good condition
Neat interior details include cream three spoke wheel and period radio
VDO classic dials which work except for speedo according to seller
Interior features under-seat storage and a table

The Mechanics

1,914cc air cooled 4cyl engine rebuilt in 2010
4spd manual transmission
Rear-wheel drive
Recent new starter motor, distributor, and battery
Independent inspection by specialist with clean bill of health
Full IRS conversion
Creative Engineering rack and pinion steering kit with damper
Equipped with a Firetech fire suppression system in the engine bay
Vendor says van starts and runs well
No reported running or driving issues

Specification:

Professionally built 1914cc engine fitted March 2010
CB MAG crank case, cut for 94s and tapped for full flow oiling.
CB 044 heads with match ported manifolds.
CB 69mm crank
CB 30mm oil pump
CB lower pulley/CB upper pulley
Engle 120 cam
94mm Mahle piston/ rings/ cylinders
Solid shaft rockers/ elephant foot adjusters
75 amp alternator
AC industries alternator mount, non spill sure seal oil filter neck
German 009 distributer with compufire electronic ignition
German HT leads
Bosch blue coil
Jaycee’s anodised push rod tubes
Electronic fuel pump
NEW, genuine Spanish dual 44mm Weber carbs
CB billet fuel pump block off plate
CB aluminium carb manifolds & performance linkage kit, CB filters fully powder- coated tinware with doghouse oil cooler set up
Firetech fire suppression system in engine bay
EXHAUST- fullS1 merged ceramic coated header with stainless tuck away muffler
Racing oil cooler
Full IRS conversion on rear
Creative Engineering rack and pinion steering kit with damper

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