Manufacturer: VW Model: T2 Camper First Registered: 1976 Reg...

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£29,000 - £32,000

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Manufacturer: VW
Model: T2 Camper
First Registered: 1976
Registration No: RegNo
Engine No: tba
Chassis No: tba
MOT: tba
Colour: Orange/White
Details:
The second generation Type 2 lost its distinctive split front windscreen, and was slightly larger and considerably heavier than its predecessor. Its common nicknames are Breadloaf and Bay-window. At 1.6 litre and 35 kW (48 PS; 47 bhp) DIN, the engine was also slightly larger. The new model also did away with the swing axle rear suspension and transfer boxes previously used to raise ride height. Instead, half-shaft axles fitted with constant velocity joints raised the ride height. The updated Bus transaxle is sought after by off-road racers using air-cooled Volkswagen components. The T2b was introduced by way of gradual change over three years. The first models featured rounded bumpers incorporating a step for use when the door was open (replaced by indented bumpers without steps on later models), front doors that opened to 90 from the body, no lip on the front guards, unique engine hatches, and crescent air intakes in the D-pillars (later models after the Type 4 engine option were offered with squared off intakes).

The 1971 Type 2 featured a new, 1.6 L engine with dual intake ports on each cylinder head and was DIN-rated at 37 kW (50 PS; 50 bhp). An important change came with the introduction of front disc brakes and new road wheels with brake ventilation holes and flatter hubcaps. Up until 1972, front indicators are set low on the nose rather than high on either side of the fresh air grille giving rise to their being nicknamed 'Low Lights'. 1972's most prominent change was a bigger engine compartment to fit the larger 1.7- to 2.0-litre engines from the Volkswagen Type 4, and a redesigned rear end which eliminated the removable rear apron and introduced the larger late tail lights. The air inlets were also enlarged to accommodate the increased cooling air needs of the larger engines.

Offered here is a unique T2 Camper Van, which has been through a comprehensive refurbishment, which included a complete body restoration and re-paint with a three component pearl metal orange and plain white. The vehicle has been fully re-wired and has been equipped with new batteries. Numerous new parts were fitted during the restoration works, the engine cleaned, set-up, twin carburettors re-tuned, oil changed and a full service. The car was then subject a a final check over and sent for MoT. The MoT has no advisories.

Offered in excellent condition, the camper van has been converted to operate as a cocktail and/or karaoke bar, with dropdown side and huge, 6 square meter opening roof. This gives a huge open area for a DJ or bar tender to work. It also comes with bar stools, fridge, sink, onboard music equipment and some basic cocktail equipment. As one can see, this is not only a superb example of the T2 camper van but a very genuine business opportunity as well!

This superb T2 has to be unique and unrepeatable.

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Auction Date:
16th Dec 14 at 1pm GMT

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