Vehicle Description
It's time to re-live some memories or make some new ones in this
1978 Volkswagen Bus Westfalia Camper. It's a turnkey classic camper
that's just begging for a road trip.
If you're looking at this van, you better be prepared to make some
new friends. That's because the fun of a VW Bus is all about the
character and camaraderie of ownership. The Type 2 (the original
Beetle was the Type 1) used to be a symbol of the counter culture,
and it only gets better when you can get away from society and camp
out under the stars. The two-tone minty green and cream is the
perfect color combo to represent the 1970s, and the straightness
panels tell you that any time on the road has been pretty
easy-going.
The driver gets all the right comforts with a recently re-covered
high-back bucket seat. Plus, there's a large steering wheel, a
gearshift within easy reach, and new carpeting. But the true
luxuries are all behind this. These are terrific camping machines,
and this one is an especially nice home away from home with new
wood cabinets and trim. It has the right comforts such as a dual
burner stove and sink. When it comes time for sleeping, not only do
you have a sofa bed in the cabin, but also the iconic pop-up roof
for comfortable camping. It's an amazing setup that we know has you
thinking about how to use it for everything from campgrounds to the
next car show.
This second-generation Bus comes with plenty of engineering
improvements. First of all, the 2000cc motor in this one is more
powerful than anything available in the first generation. And the
VW flat four motor is one of the most economical and robust
powerplants to enjoy. In fact, this one is well maintained with
recent investments that include a newer Bosch ignition coil, plugs,
wires, and cap. That's why this well-kept example fires up nicely
and runs strong. But one of the easiest ways to get the best engine
performance in these vans is to master the powerband of the
four-speed manual transmission. Another reason why the 2nd-gen Type
2s are desirable is because the suspension was also greatly
improved. The original vans utilized a modified Beetle setup, but
this Bus was built to better handle the unique weight and height of
the vans.
This is the classic that can do it all - get you there, give you
something to show off, and then offer home-like comfort. Don't miss
this deal, call today!