Introduction
Darren Rungasamy
The Volkswagen T2 is a beloved, cult-status icon with practical usability.
The Volkswagen Type 2, along with its Beetle sibling, is one of the few vehicles that can be recognised by its appearance and sound alone. Summed up as a source of automotive pleasure and a cultural icon, the original split-screen van conjures up images as a pop icon for the counterculture movement. Yet, it was far more than that - serving communities, providing reliable transportation and easy to work on, the air-cooled VW Type 2 offered good traction in both hot and cold climates, which was only a fraction of the reason why it became such a cult vehicle.
Available in a variety of configurations, the Type 2 was the forerunner of the modern cargo and passenger vans. Evolving from the original 1950 design, it remained in production in South America until 2005. One of the best uses of the angular cabin space was the Microbus variant of the Type 2; its comfortable ride and decent engine torque made it appreciated as a mode of transportation in urban environments.
This rare 1966 original RHD 6-windowed Deluxe model was imported from Thailand in 2005. It has seen a level of restoration, and as a result, the structure and body look solid. It retains many of its original features, including its novel 6 pop-out windows and sliding door, and it has also been fitted with an upgraded air-cooled VW engine; currently registered as a 2-litre but we are unable to confirm its size. Finished in its original colour scheme of red and white, it's being sold as an exciting project opportunity. The engine runs well and the exterior is cleanly presented, but needs attention to the paint finish and, more importantly, the interior. Much of the cabin has been removed, which presents it as an ideal opportunity for a creative mind to bring this lovely little bus back to glory.
It is MOT and road-tax exempt and comes with a folder of invoices since 2005 and a current V5.
This listing was written from information supplied by Darren after meeting Danny the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.
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Are you able to clarify why this needs to be trailered if it has V5, and is MOR and tax exempt?
Hi,
As per the listing:
“The brakes do bite; they’re weak but can stop the van at low speeds.
There is an invoice to back up work on the brakes in 2016, but it would be sensible to get the whole system checked.”
To add to this, the RHD 13 Window Deluxe has been sat unused in a barn (a genuine “barn find”) for a number of years. Despite starting, sounding healthy, moving, and stopping (used loosely), it will require a thorough mechanical inspection and recommissioning before any use.
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