1975 VOLKSWAGEN TYPE 2 CAMPER BY DANBURY Registration Numbe...

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£12,000 - £13,000

1975 VOLKSWAGEN TYPE 2 CAMPER BY DANBURY

Registration Number: GRK 748N        
Chassis Number: TBA
Recorded Mileage: 82,500 miles

Known officially as the Volkswagen Type 2 and depending on body type, either as a Transporter, Kombi or Microbus, this VW was also known informally as the Bus in the US and Camper in the UK. Introduced in 1950 as Volkswagen’s second car model, it was derived from their first, the Beetle, which was designated the Type 1. This second-generation Type 2 lost its distinctive split front windscreen and was slightly larger and considerably heavier than its predecessor. Its common nickname is ‘Bay-window’ or Bay for short. 

The new model also did away with the swing axle rear suspension and transfer boxes previously used to raise ride height. Instead, half-shafts were fitted with constant velocity joints. The updated Bus transaxle is usually sought after by off-road racers using air-cooled Volkswagen components. Brazil contained the last factory in the world that produced the T2. Production in Brazil ceased on 31st December 2013 due to the introduction of more stringent safety regulations, thus marking the end of an era with the rear-engine Volkswagens which first originated in 1935

This very smart Camper has been enjoyed in current ownership now for over 10 years. The Camper enjoyed a restoration and conversion in 1997 by marque specialists Danbury, with further works by the current owner. In 2011 the engine was rebuilt with new barrel and pistons, and an overhauled cylinder head. More recently the VW’s bodywork was refinished in a factory-correct shade of Pigeon Blue, and still presents very well

Further features include the fitting of a sink cabinet, electric hook up with leisure battery, attachable awning, a new Sony Bluetooth stereo, an elevating roof with two pull out hammocks, and a separate “rock & roll” bed, and replacement cushions.

Serviced annually and always garaged throughout in current ownership, and offered with four new tyres and a new UK MoT certificate, this a well cared-for camper which is ready to take its next owner on many new adventures.