1971 Volkswagen T2 Camper

Description

Restored ex-Texas Type 2 Camper; rebuilt 1600 engine; VanWurks interior with cooker; rock 'n roll bed and Fiamma pull out awning

Dating from January 1971, this cool old VW Type 2 Camper came into the UK in May 2013 and was registered here in February 2014. It had come in from dry state Texas where we understand it remained in 40-year ownership and sat in the desert for many years.

It was imported as a rolling shell with just its wheels, shabby seats and a steering wheel, without engine or ‘box.  The van has since been painstakingly restored and rebuilt by well renowned King Of Cool in Mid-Wales.

The engine fitted is a rebuilt air-cooled Beetle 1600cc lump, with the interior coming from VanWurks in Manchester, custom built to a high standard with ample storage, twin gas cooker, powered sink, gloss black lids, fridge, removable table and chequered hard-wearing floor.

The seats, door cards and bed were trimmed by a specialist trimmer in South Wales in blue and ivory continuing the retro theme and look well. In addition, we find an 8-Ball gearknob, black headlining with LED downlighters and leather wrapped steering wheel.

Externally, once restored, the shell was re-painted in silver with black decals, chrome mirrors, delux window trim and the original bumpers which were heat treated to add some colour to the original dinks and marks.  The wheels are 15” Empi Porsche style wheels in silver and black to match the van’s theme with adjustable lowered suspension.  We also note fitment of a Fiamma pull-out awning and useful bike rack.

The history file includes the V5C showing just one former keeper (the importers/restorers) and the vendor who has owned it since July 2014, copy US Title, original advert from King of Cool with detail and photos of the restoration, VanWurks interior installation instructions, two old MOTs, HMRC correspondence, old V5C, a selection of user manuals and the original metal Texas license plate that’s been turned into a cool clock.

The Van has recently had new rubbers on the tail gate and rear window seals along with a new battery, new rear wheel cylinder and brake fluid as well as a service by a VW specialist in Raglan to the tune of some £3,250 in February 2023 with some images of what was done included on the invoice.

Ready to be enjoyed this is a cool bus that will turn heads and give you a King of Cool feeling.

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