Highlights
- Just 20,000 kilometres from new
- Only two former registered keepers
- Rare GL (Gehobener Luxus/Luxury Version) specification
- Highly original condition with chrome bumpers and grille
- Valid inspection and roadworthiness test until October 2024
The Appeal
The Caravelle GL represents the pinnacle of the T3 range, with its "Gehobener Luxus" (Enhanced Luxury) specification offering superior finishes and comfort compared to standard models.
This particular 1989 example stands out for its remarkable originality and extraordinarily low mileage of just 20,000 kilometres from new. Having spent its early life in a small town in central Sardinia, likely used for municipal staff transportation or by a religious order, this eight-seater Caravelle has been preserved in a way few T3s have.
This particular 1989 example stands out for its remarkable originality and extraordinarily low mileage of just 20,000 kilometres from new. Having spent its early life in a small town in central Sardinia, likely used for municipal staff transportation or by a religious order, this eight-seater Caravelle has been preserved in a way few T3s have.
History and Paperwork
- 1989 Volkswagen T3 Caravelle GL (Gehobener Luxus/Luxury Version)
- Just 20,000 kilometres from new which we're informed is warranted
- Two former registered keepers
- Originally used in a small town in central Sardinia (population ~1,000)
- Believed to have been used for municipal staff transportation or by a group of nuns
- Low mileage attributed to limited previous use
- Inspection and roadworthiness test valid until October 2024
The Condition
- Fully original vehicle that presents in very good order overall
- Features the distinctive round headlights
- Superior finishes compared to the base model
- Chrome bumpers (front and rear)
- Chrome front grille
- Interior appears in very good condition
- Only flaw noted is a slight detachment on two rear headrests
- Eight-seat configuration
The Mechanics
- 1.6-litre water-cooled diesel 51 kW (JX) engine
- Five-speed manual gearbox
- Reportedly running and driving well
- Only non-original parts are apparently filters and wiper blades (replaced during last service)
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