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- The Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show Sale 2024
- 1974 Volkswagen Type 2 (T2) Westfalia Camper
1974 Volkswagen Type 2 (T2) Westfalia Camper
Lot Number: 108
1974 Volkswagen Type 2 (T2) Westfalia Camper
Very smart left-hand drive Type 2 'Pop-Top', carefully restored, tastefully presented and affectionately know as 'Bettina'.
- Sold for: £15,750
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 24th March, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
Brilliant Orange/ Pastel White -
DRIVE
LHD -
REG NUMBER
MBV 162N -
ODOMETER READING
49000 KM
SUMMARY
Very smart left-hand drive Type 2 'Pop-Top', carefully restored, tastefully presented and affectionately know as 'Bettina'.
DESCRIPTION
- This Westfalia 'Campmobile 70' is resplendent in the classic Type 2 colours of Pastel White over Brilliant Orange
- Imported from Germany, registered in the UK on 08/03/2007 and owned by our vendor ever since
- Professionally restored in late 2006/07 by VW Wolfsburg of Bolton including the bodywork, an interior retrim and an engine rebuild
- Super interior with 'retro' fabrics and vinyls. Soft furnishings in a Tangerine, orange and green cloth, orange carpets and orange curtains. If you love orange, then this is the van for you
- Fitted with a sink, cooker and a gas fridge along with a pristine condition canvas on the 'Pop Top'
- Further enhancements include electric power-steering and gas struts for the pop top to aid single usage
- The odometer was reset to zero upon completion of the restoration and the van has now covered 49,000km over 17 years
- Maintained for some years by the well respected Greatworth Classics near Banbury, offering peace of mind
- With a good history file including full details of the restoration, 'Bettina' is now looking for a new home
- In addition we are told by the vendor that the Bus will come with, Original interior adjustable table with stool, the original roof frame, "Bus stop" side awning, wheels chocks for levelling, front window privacy cover, fitted towbar and various T2 manuals
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 108
- Make
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Model
- MOTOR CARAVAN
- Variant
- Campervan
- Registration Number
- MBV 162N
- MOT Expiry
- 09/05/2024
- Chassis Number
- 2352035861
- Engine Number
- AJPOS25780
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Brilliant Orange/ Pastel White
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Simon Langsdale
- Car Specialist
- simon@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.
CONTACTSEE IT IN ACTION
SEE IT IN ACTION
SCORE:
86 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Vehicle has been strored over the winter under cover in a barn. Some rust on body but overall very sound and pretty.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
Upholstry in traditional orange check pattern - new carpets, orange curtains and paintwork. Again very pretty.
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Serviced every year before being used on the road. Current Mot expires 09/05/2024.
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
Good MOT expires 09/05/2024
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
Good - New Alternator fitted 2022.
Vehicle History
Remarks
Vehicle has been serviced yearly and maintained repaired as required mechanically and bodywise. Body now has some small areas of rust needing attn on external panels. Overall structure is very solid. MOT expires 09/05/2024 Vehicle comes with a folder containing lots of history, bills servicing repairs etc. .
Restoration Notes
Mainly replacement external body parts and re-spray in original VW colours: Orange L20B and Pastel White L90D
Import Notes
Imported from europe 2007 LHD. Imported by Steve Nolan of Wolfsburg VW Bolton UK
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Due to venue restrictions, all vehicles must be collected on Monday 25th March between 9am and 2pm.
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