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VW Combi Brasil - 1981

VW Combi 1981

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looks from the front

 room to sleep

the engine is still good

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Volkswagen Microbus 21-Window

1963
Volkswagen Microbus 21-Window
Frame Off Restored
Award Winning 21 Window Deluxe Bus

Description:

 Engine : 1600 cc
 Body Style: Van
 Miles : 272
 Stock #132655
 Interior Color:Gray & Silver
 Exterior Color: Onyx & Ivory


There’s nothing quite like a Volkswagen Type 2 Transporter. It’s a home away from home that retains its cool, even after half a century cruising the American countryside. In the 60s, these psychedelic ‘hippie vans’ provided a means of escapism, in the 90s, reborn as lowered ‘splitties’ they brought refreshing change to the crowded hot rod community, and now thanks to small production numbers and continued high demand, classic ‘microbuses’ are providing investors with another rock solid place to put their money. Prices are simply going through the roof on properly restored Type 2s, and earlier this year the most desirable, a 23 window ’63 Deluxe crossed Barrett-Jacksons auction block for just under $218K! Built in 1963, this 21 window Deluxe is an investment grade rarity that has been meticulously maintained throughout its 20 year residence with a southern California family. It recently took home first place at the 2011 Familienfest Type 2 Volkswagen show and is arguably one of the most desirable Volkswagens on the planet.

The first generation of Volkswagen buses was built from 1949 to 1967, and is known as the split-window or Type 2. After much success and growing demand, Volkswagen began producing a model called the Deluxe microbus in 1951 that featured 15 windows and the distinct option of a cloth sun roof. In addition to providing a unique open air feel, the sun roof option added eight sky light windows that resulted in either a 23 or 21 window bus which was nicknamed the Samba. Fresh out of a high end restoration where every part was completely rebuilt and detailed to the highest level possible, this ’63 Samba is as close to the ultimate Volkswagen Type 2 as you can get. Its rust free original body has been coated in classic two-tone Ivory and Onyx Black paint that glistens under our showroom lights, and adds a surprisingly formal look to a van that is right at home carrying surf boards to a California beach.

To improve aerodynamics and achieve an excellent, for the time, .44 coefficient of drag, Volkswagen gave the Type 2 a sweeping V-line front end that houses a split windscreen above a centered cast aluminum “VW” emblem and forms the basis for the buses design. Below the large emblem, pristine U.S. spec VW code 425 sealed beam headlights and parking lights sit above a curved show worthy front bumper that holds a driver’s side chrome driving light. Above the split windscreen, the buses extended roof is equipped with two vents and acts as both a visor and ventilation system which pipes cool air into the cockpit via roof mounted vents. Behind that visor, a factory cloth sun roof that is in excellent condition and has likely never seen rain sits below a factory roof rack which is big enough to haul luggage for each of the eight passengers this Samba can carry. At the sides of the bus, the stainless V-line trim from the front continues through the doors to serve as a divider for the mirror-like two-tone paint and perfectly complements dent free stainless rocker spears that are mounted between the front and rear tires. Bolt-on trim is limited to cool factory front steps that hang below the front bumper, three chrome door handles, a correct silver driver’s side mirror and a passenger’s side front mount antenna. At the back of the bus, a new for 1964 wider rear door sits above a second showroom fresh chrome bumper and divides two pristine chrome trimmed tail lights.

Like the Type 1 Beetle, the Type 2 Transporter is powered by an air-cooled rear mounted four-cylinder boxer engine that makes engine noise and fumes nearly non-existent for the driver and front passenger. Under the rear hatch of this Samba you’ll find a 1966 DO code 1200 CC engine that utilizes a light alloy block with four main bearings, cast iron cylinder liners, finned cylinders and light alloy heads to create a 7:1 compression ratio, and a conservative but adequate 34 horsepower and 64 ft./lb. of torque. While that might not sound like a lot of oomph by today’s standards, the modest motor is perfectly capable of carrying this bus at highway speeds and has the added benefit of frequently achieving almost 30 MPG on stoplight free cross country treks. At the top of the motor a correct single barrel carburetor mixes air piped from louvers on the sides of the bus with fuel supplied by a braided fuel line. On the left side of the carburetor, a chrome coil supplies a correct points distributor which sends power through fresh Bosch plug wires. On the right side of the carburetor, a chrome capped oil filler sits behind a correct generator that is accented by a chrome pulley and spun by a fresh V-belt. A lot of time was spent sorting out this Sambas details during the restoration, and with a fresh coat of spatter paint and select chrome dress up items, it’s obvious that the clean engine bay was a main point of focus. The DO motor fires instantly, runs great and idles with the typical vintage Volkswagen gait that is undoubtedly one of the most unique sounds to ever come out of a car.

Since the Type 1 Beetle floorpan proved too weak for the Type 2 Transporter, Volkswagen engineered a new ladder chassis with unit-body construction. Because the Type 2s wheelbase was the same as the Type 1s, engineers reused the Type 1 reduction gear enabling this relatively large vehicle to get good performance out of a relatively efficient engine. At the front of the bus, disc brakes sit at the edges of completely rebuilt and freshly painted steering and suspension components that look like they’ve never seen any mud at all. At the back of the bus, an era correct 4-speed manual transmission sends power to a solid rear axle that is equipped with new shocks and the same fresh silver paint as the front suspension. Below the rear bumper, a reproduction exhaust system snakes out from the rear mounted engine into a freshly coated rear muffler that sits just behind a stainless tip. The entire undercarriage of this Samba is just as detailed and restored as its exterior panels and engine bay. Not only does everything look great, this bus runs and drives like it would have when it came off the lot in 1963. The massive solid and dent free floorpan displays new black protective undercoating that will ensure its structural integrity for years to come. And at the corners, correct 15 inch steel wheels have been dipped in bright red paint and feature correct stainless trim rings and smoothie hubcaps inside of Firestone 5.60-15 wide white wall tires.

Open this Sambas cool curved doors and check out its correct gray interior that has been fully restored to look just as it would when this bus rolled out of the German factory. The correct VW code 080 split front and rear bench seats have been well taken care of and are very comfortable despite appearing as if they haven’t even seen enough driving time to being fully broken in. The original dash is painted a slick coat of Ivory to match the outside of the bus and hangs a key for the engine bay and fuel door below a large speedometer, a clear fuel gauge and a Deluxe-exclusive clock. The two-tone door panels are in excellent shape and feature what appears to be original chrome door handles. In front of the driver you’ll find a classic body matched Volkswagen steering wheel with an old school VW emblem, and to the right of the driver you’ll find a simple white stick shifter for the 4-speed. The floors feature traditional rubber mats that are fresh from the restoration, and behind the seats, a carpeted cargo area includes correct protective window bars and a fully equipped matching spare tire.

Included with the sale is authentic era correct luggage that takes this Type 2s showmanship to a new level.

Fresh off of winning the best bus award at the biggest annual Volkswagen show in the United States, this museum quality Samba has every detail correct. It’s one of the most enjoyable and desirable vehicles in the world and it just oozes the kind of personality that can only be found in 60s era specialty cars. If you’re looking for a solid investment that isn’t just another muscle car, this very rare and exclusive 1963 Volkswagen belongs in your garageAdd caption

Specifications:

Basic
Year
1963
Make
Volkswagen
Secondary Make
n/a
Model Name
Microbus
Secondary Model
21-Window
Vehicle Type
Other
Hobby Segment
Classic
Mileage
272
Engine / Transmission
Engine Type
Gasoline
Engine Size
1600 cc
Engine Number
n/a
Fuel Specification
n/a
Fuel Delivery System Type
1 Barrel
Transmission Type
4 Speed Manual
Transmission Spec
n/a
Transmission Number
n/a
Misc
Entertainment System Type
n/a
Battery Location
n/a
Battery Shut Off
n/a
Battery Charger
n/a
Interior
Interior Color
Gray & Silver
Seating Type
Bucket
Seat Material
Vinyl
Shifter Type
Floor
Center Console
No
Body
Body Style
Van
Doors
5
Body Color
Onyx & Ivory
Paint Type
n/a
Stripes
No
Chassis
Front Suspension Type
n/a
Rear Suspension Type
n/a
Axle Specification
n/a
Front Wheel Specification
n/a
Rear Wheel Specification
n/a
Front Tire Specification
n/a
Rear Tire Specification
n/a
Front Brakes Specification
n/a
Rear Brakes Specification
n/a
Spare
n/a
Exhaust Type
n/a
Muffler Type
n/a
History
Restoration Status
Restored
Mileage Since Restoration
n/a
Awards Summary
1st Place at Familienfest 17 When: August 20, 2011 Where: Deer Park Winery and Automobile Museum 29013 Old Highway 395 Escondido, CA 92026-6002 - (760) 749-1666
Historical Documents Summary
Owned by same West Covina, CA family for 20+ years. Meticulously maintained. California Plate.
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Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle

1958
Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle
National Award Winning Type 1 Beetle 1.2 liter 4 Speed

Description
SpecificationsDate-correct 1.2 liter 4-cylinder engine
Correct Ice Blue and Derby Gray interior
National award winner Date-correct 4-speed manual transaxle
Three year, nut and bolt rotisserie restoration which included a roster of original and NOS parts Correct Light Bronze exterior paint
Documented by the Volkswagen Museum

Engine : 1200 cc
Body Style: Coupe
Miles :66490
Stock # 133218

Interior Color: Ice Blue & Derby Grey
Exterior Color : Light Bronze
Certified Price:  $29,900

When someone walks into our RK Motors Charlotte showroom and asks “What’s the most metal I can get for my money”, we usually take them to the Volkswagen section. That’s because there simply isn’t any car with a better combination of classic style, cool engineering and big-time affordability than a vintage VeeDub. From a collector’s standpoint, they’re plentiful, fun, easy to live with toys which enjoy a cult-like following and a positively gigantic support system. And from an investor’s standpoint this national award-winning Type 1, available for ONLY $30K, is such a killer opportunity you’ll need a good chiropractor to treat your excitement-induced backflips! The product of a three year restoration which utilized many original and NOS parts, this pristine Beetle wraps a date-correct 4-cylinder, 4-speed drivetrain in a correct Light Bronze and Ice Blue color combination. If you’re looking for one of the best and most unique collector cars your money can buy, welcome to the ‘people’s car’!

Sporting a slick coat of correct Volkswagen code L-245 Lichtbronze paint, this highly detailed California bug recently benefitted from a three year, nut and bolt rotisserie restoration which cost at least twice our asking price. Using a combination of NOS and restored original parts, the car’s sculpted body was massaged and tweaked until its panels were concours perfect. Once that foundation was solidified, a smooth layer of basecoat/clearcoat urethane was professionally sprayed, painstakingly sanded and buffed into a spectacular wet-look shine. Today, this top-notch Type 1 is a clean, well-aligned trophy winner which features the kind of first-rate finish and outstanding aesthetics you’d expect to find in a museum!

Being that the Beetle is one of the most popular and longest running brands of all time, you only need a few contacts and a little bit of luck to find almost any replacement part it might need; and accordingly, this car’s body features a ton of new trim and factory fresh bolt-ons. Up front, a familiar Beetle nose hangs a classic stainless trimmed hood, which is complete with both an aluminum “VW” emblem and a vintage VW Wolfsburg crest, over a showroom fresh chrome bumper. At the sides of that hood sealed beam Hella headlights, which are complete with small amber turn signal bulbs, ride between clear, fender-mounted marker lamps and pristine chrome horn grilles. Above those marker lamps, two completely adjustable chrome mirrors and correct VW Sekurit side glass flanks a like-new windshield that’s cleared by satin-finish wipers. Below that VW glass, new stainless trim spears parallel stylish chrome door handles, traditional bear claw hinges and factory black running boards. And at the back of the car, a sculpted decklid hangs a body-matched tag holder between painted ’58 Type 1 tail lights, a second chrome bumper that’s complete with a small reverse lamp, and bracketed stainless exhaust pipes.

Powering this sharp Volkswagen is a date-correct 1.2 liter air cooled 4-cylinder which wears a 2268804 serial number and produces a perfectly adequate 30 horsepower. Naturally, the peppy engine was completely rebuilt during the car’s extensive restoration; and it runs strong, creating that famous and distinctive boxer gait which has become synonymous with all classic VWs. At the top of the block, a black ‘Olstand’ oil bath air cleaner funnels wind into a correct Solex 1-barrel carburetor that’s piped directly to a Volkswagen fuel pump. To the left of that carburetor, a Bosch coil shoots spark through a traditional Bosch points distributor to fresh gray plug wires. And to the right of that carburetor, a Volkswagen generator spins between a Bosch voltage regulator and a correct silver “OEL” cap. Like the rest of the car, the engine bay is clean, road ready and nice enough to set up at any show, anywhere in the country. And with its high quality components, fresh gaskets and low maintenance design, it’ll likely putter along forever!

Take one look under this solid VeeDub and you’ll find a straight, fully-sorted chassis that’s seen plenty of indoor storage and years of impeccable maintenance. The car’s torsion bar front and rear independent suspensions have been completely rebuilt and feature both pliable bushings and fresh shocks. At the ends of those suspensions, traditional drum brakes are all it takes to bring this welterweight to a stop. At the back of the floor, power flows from the flat four into a date-correct 4-speed manual transaxle. And at the corners of the car, bronze 15 inch wheels spin 5.60-15 Firestone Deluxe Champions around pristine, highly detailed Volkswagen center caps. The bottom of this Beetle is virtually spotless from its front sway bar all the way to its straight-out Volkswagen dual exhaust; and you can cruise down the strip with the confidence of knowing that there aren’t any hidden surprises waiting for you just below the surface.

Pop open this bug’s solid closing doors and you’ll find a correct, and stylish, Volkswagen code M-134 Ice Blue and Derby Gray interior that’s an extremely comfortable spot to spend an afternoon cruising. The driver and front passenger enjoy large bucket seats which feature detailed white piping, and the rear occupants ride on a firm bench that’s positioned directly between two pop-out windows. At the front of the car a restored and painted dash, which looks attractive in its simplicity, hangs a chrome trimmed speedometer over an innovative Bambus cargo net. At the base of the seats correct Volkswagen pedals, a painted emergency brake handle and a painted shifter anchor a cool combination of like-new carpet, color-keyed floor mats, and new rubber floor lining. At the sides of the car, body-matched door jams and window frames contrast well against two-tone side panels that feature tight map pockets, new chrome window cranks and traditional chrome door handles. And above the seats, a tight headliner stretches from dark tinted, chrome trimmed sun visors all the way to color-keyed sail panels. In front of the driver, a restored original steering wheel makes good use of the car’s small turning radius. And in front of the cockpit a fully restored hatch anchors a full-size spare tire between a large gas tank and an extra V-belt.

As a highly decorated trophy winner, this slick Type 1’s impressive list of accomplishments includes:
First Volkswagen to ever win Best of Show at the Coral Gables Concours d’Elegance
AACA Second Junior winner
Best Early VW at Volksblast 2005
Best Paint at Volksblast 2006

The sale of this pristine Beetle includes the car’s original owner’s manual, an era-correct service booklet, a short owner history, and an official birth certificate from the Volkswagen museum.

No matter the car, completing a concours winning restoration is expensive. Fortunately, you can walk right into our RK Motors Charlotte showroom and make one man’s loss your big gain for less than the price of a new Golf. If you’re looking for a fun and unique classic that’s stuffed with charming VW character and so much more, this fully-sorted Type 1 is your ticket.

Specifications

Basic
Year
1958
Make
Volkswagen
Secondary Make
n/a
Model Name
Type 1 Beetle
Secondary Model
n/a
Vehicle Type
Passenger Car
Hobby Segment
Classic
Mileage
66490
Engine / Transmission
Engine Type
Gasoline
Engine Size
1200 cc
Engine Number
2268804
Fuel Specification
n/a
Fuel Delivery System Type
1 Barrel
Transmission Type
4 Speed Manual
Transmission Spec
n/a
Transmission Number
7E0 015
Misc
Entertainment System Type
No Radio
Battery Location
n/a
Battery Shut Off
n/a
Battery Charger
n/a
Interior
Interior Color
Ice Blue & Derby Grey
Seating Type
Bucket
Seat Material
Vinyl
Shifter Type
Floor
Center Console
No
Body
Body Style
Coupe
Doors
2
Body Color
Light Bronze
Paint Type
Basecoat/Clearcoat
Stripes
No
Chassis
Front Suspension Type
Torsion bar
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion bar
Axle Specification
n/a
Front Wheel Specification
n/a
Rear Wheel Specification
n/a
Front Tire Specification
5.60-15
Rear Tire Specification
5.60-15
Front Brakes Specification
Drum
Rear Brakes Specification
Drum
Spare
5.60-15
Exhaust Type
Dual Exhaust
Muffler Type
Factory Replacement
History
Restoration Status
Restored
Mileage Since Restoration
n/a
Awards Summary
We are pleased to offer this outstanding 1958 Volkswagon Type1 Beetle 2 door coup. A true concours quality, three year, no expense spared, nut and bolt restoration using only original or proper NOS parts where needed was performed on this California car and completed in 2044. The result speaks for itself: This Beetle won “Best of Show” at the Coral Gables Concours de’Elegance 2005 noting that many of the competing vehicles were already AACA National Winners and the only time a Volswagen as won that event. In addition, this car won “Best Early Stock VW” at Volksblast 2005, “Best Paint” Volkblast 2006 and also earned 2nd AACA Junior car at the Southeastern nationals in 2005. Since, ownership has changed hands once into private collection and to this day remains in number on show condition. It retains its original color combination, L 245 Bronze over two tone leatherette interior – M134 Ice Blue / Derby Grey. This early VW is documented with Certificate of Authenticity. Again, the overall quality of this car is outstanding and is proven to be one of best early VW’s in existence and will stand out in any collection, show or event. Consider with Confidence.
Historical Documents Summary
VW Historical document, original books & manuals, title history.
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