1970 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper Van

Registration No: DRS 329H
Chassis No: 2202185711
MOT: Exempt

• Fully refurbished in 2018 by renowned VW specialists 'Type 2 Detectives'
• Full size opening roof with 2 berths on top
• Fitted interior with stove, sink, freezer & full width double bed
• Twin Weber conversion

The T2 version of the Type 2 Volkswagen 'Van' was launched in 1968 to replace the ageing 1950 'Split Screen' T1 design for major markets. Visual changes to the T2 included the large, single-piece windscreen, giving it the 'Bay Window' nickname. While under its skin the newcomer benefited from the adoption of a half-shaft driveline to the rear which not only accommodated an increase in ride height, but also improved handling. The 1968 - 1972 Type 2s are known as 'Early Bays', with a transitional 1972 model with some upgrades (Late Early Bay) prior to the re-designed 'Bay Window' of 1973.

First registered in the USA for the 1970 model year and reaching the shores in 2013, this striking Type 2, finished in Red with eye catchingly-retro stripes, was fully refurbished by internationally renowned classic VW specialists Type 2 Detectives (T2D) in Cambridge c.2018. With a history dating back to the 1990s, the company and its products have featured at a host of top-flight events and TV programmes in the intervening years. This 'bus' was displayed at the Volksworld Show in 2018 and featured in Volksworld magazine. Mechanically the 'Early Bay' boasts a twin Weber carburettor conversion on the 1584cc flat four air-cooled VW engine. Inside the tastefully complementing Black interior offers a full-width double bed inside the bus, and features a large opening roof and a roof tent that features a further 2 berths. In addition there is cooking and food storage for trips away, well catered for with stove, sink and freezer to the interior. Described as being in “very good”condition relating to bodywork, paint, engine, transmission and interior, this T2D -built 'Early Bay' has to be the most handsome-looking VW 'adventure bus' out there. Akin to a full-size 'Hot Wheels' car, with its stripes, KC lights, 'Syncro 16'-style wheels with knobbly BFGs, it's ready for further travels.

For more information, please contact:
John Markey
john.markey@handh.co.uk
07943 584767