Vehicle Description
1978 Volkswagen Type 2 Bus Westfalia Camper The Type 2 VW Vans
remain an iconic historic figure today Extremely correct and
unmolested Westfalia Camper from Colorado Correct Sage Green
exterior (code L63H) with white roof and trim Correct Camping Green
Yellow plaid fabric interior (code 34) with black dashboard with
factory VDO gauges Westfalia fiberglass top and pop-up canvas are
fully functional Westfalia Deluxe Edition amenities include a sink
with 7 gallon water tank and icebox Hard to find original fold-out
center front table 1970cc flat-four engine and four-speed manual
transmission Original-spec Bosch L-Jetronic fuel injection has been
retained Hella headlights and spare tire on nose with cover Solid
original floors and factory green painted wheel wells as seen in
the accompanying photos The Volkswagen Bus convoy keeps rolling
here at MotoeXotica Classic Cars. Our latest arrival our of
Colorado is a very correct and unmolested Sage Green 1978
Volkswagen Bush with the Westfalia Camper option. This example was
produced in June 1978. The Westfalia-Werke Van Conversion Company
converted the Type 2 VW Vans in to these awesome campers.
Volkswagen described the Campmobile as ?having a cottage that goes
anywhere you want to go?. These icons are still nostalgic head
turners today with a lot of fans whenever they head down the road
or pull in to a campground. Everyone loves a Westfalia. It makes
people smile and dream, more than any other camper can, and its
resale value is bulletproof. There aren?t many cars left that
deliver this kind of freedom. Besides, any car, no matter how bad
it is, that instantly makes you happy and stress-free behind the
wheel; a car that makes you realize that all the tiny,
insignificant worries of your stressful life are nothing more than
cosmic dust is worth every penny. Dressed in Sage Green (code L63H)
with white roof and accents, this late bay?s paint and trim are in
overall excellent condition. The glass is clear and intact, while
the van?s lights are in similar condition, including its Hella
headlights. The Loaf?s bodywork is straight , its engine bay is
tidy and still retains a lot of original factory paint. The bumpers
are in excellent order and handsomely match the wheels. This bus
rolls on BFGoodrich Precept Touring radials, 205/70R14 at all four
corners. Each tire wraps around a white factory steel wheel topped
with a chrome VW center caps. The tires and wheels are in very good
order. Out back is the correct 1970cc flat-four engine that still
retains its original-spec Bosch L-Jetronic fuel injection, and
which featured hydraulic valve lifters, eliminating the need to
periodically adjust the valve clearances as on earlier models.
Nineteen seventy-eight was the first year for electronic ignition,
utilizing a hall effect sensor and digital controller, eliminating
maintenance-requiring contact-breaker points. As with all
Transporter engines, the focus in development was not on power, but
on low-end torque. The Type 4 engines were reportedly more robust
and durable than the Type 1 engines, particularly in Transporter
service. Buttoned to this motor is a four-speed manual
transmission. This late bay has front disc and rear drum brakes.
Underneath the bus you will find solid original floors and factory
green painted wheel wells as seen in the accompanying photos
Inside, the upholstery is done Camping Green Yellow Plaid (code
34). The high-backed front buckets are in excellent shape, as is
the green carpeting. The headliner is better-than-average and the
original, two-spoke factory steering wheel looks great. The inner
door panels are in good order, while the instrument pane is in very
good shape, complete with its VDO gauges. In back, there?s a
factory refrigerator, and sink along with extra seating and
storage. Pull the carpet up and you will be very happy to see
original factory green painted sheet metal in great condition!
Campmobile features on this Westy include: Rear bench seat
converting to double bed with locker below, swivel seat, clothes
closet with vanity mirror, ceiling cabinet, linen closet, 12 volt
ceiling lamp, 110-125volt AC electrical hook up receptacle, double
outlets, master switch and circuit breaker, louvered windows,
cabinate with stainless steel sink, 12v water pump, 7 gallon water
tank, icebox, curtains, insulated paneled walls, fiberglass pop-up
top, weather resistant canvas sides, screened window zipper flap,
double bed mattress, front mounted spare tire, outside water hook
up and tartan plaid interior upholstery. Competition to this Loaf
in 1978 included Chevrolet?s G10 Van, Dodge?s B-Series Ram Van,
Ford?s Econoline Van and GMC?s VanDura. Volkswagen fans who seek a
different sort of T2 should check out this model out, as should
anyone who?s looking for a rolling camper to use this fall at their
lake house, to head south this winter to their favorite camping
getaway or for just an overnight trip to the woods. Stop by
MotoeXotica Classic Cars and check this Westie out soon. This car
is currently located at our facility in St. Louis, Missouri.
Current mileage on the odometer shows 78,937 miles. It is sold as
is, where is, on a clean and clear, mileage exempt title. GET OUT
AND DRIVE!!! VIN: 2382133871 Note: Please see full terms and
conditions listed below that pertain to the purchase of any said
vehicle, thank you.
