As camper vans go, the Volkswagen Type 2 is probably the most famous one in the world, with a thriving scene and a huge following globally. And among enthusiasts, it’s the pre-1967 split-screen models that are the most sought-after.

The Type 2 “Splitty” was made between 1951 and 1967 and was one of the most versatile commercial vehicles of its era, offered as everything from a basic panel van to a fully-fledged ‘Westfalia’ camper (the vehicle with which the VW Camper obsession began). Other variants included the eight-seater ‘Microbus’, a flatbed pick-up and a crew cab pick-up, along with a high roof van and even an Abentaurerwagen – or ‘Adventure Van’ designed for wild camping.

This example is a 1966 two-berth camper, converted from a panel van so without side windows, but with a full Devon interior. It was created by its previous owner, who preferred the look of a panel van but wanted a camper.

The van was extensively restored between 2011 and 2016 and still looks magnificent today, while it has a bit more poke than a standard camper thanks to the addition of a sports exhausts. It’s a fantastic machine, with a selection of period 1960s accessories to further its appeal.

This is possibly unique as its a RHD Panel Van with Devon type interior (cost some £4000) It has rare features; roof rack, rear window guard and period multi adjustable " Wassel" wing mirrors.

Put simply, this is a gorgeous van. It’s not perfect – there are a few very small marks in the paintwork and one small crack to the paint on the nearside, but it presents beautifully overall and is very clean and smart.
 
Inside, it has a two-berth Devon interior with a rock-and-roll bed, with the floor trimmed in blue and white tile-effect flooring. It’s a great conversion, brimming with character and in fine condition both inside and out.

According to the vendor, the Splitty drives very well indeed with no reported issues – the uprated engine giving it a surprising turn of pace. It also sounds great, thanks to sporty twin stainless exhausts. It rides on wider wheels with uprated brakes and a quick-shift gear lever conversion for further user-friendliness, making it far nicer to drive than they ever were when new!
 

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