Vehicle Description
There are few classics on the road that carry more intrinsic
meaning than the noble VW bus. In their heyday, they didn't just
represent a dependable, no frills transportation option, but
something much more profound. They became a symbol of an entire
counterculture, a "statement on wheels" that represented the
freedom to pick up stakes at a moment's notice and venture wherever
the road might beckon. Dressed in the exterior treatment so closely
associated with the model, this 1977 Volkswagen Bus Type 2 presents
a compelling opportunity. It offers a solid running condition that
will allow you to get out on the road and put a knowing smile on
the face of onlookers just as soon as you get it home and, with
some work put in, can be elevated to so much more.
VW had quite a knack for creating vehicles that readily lent
themselves to nicknames. Just as its stablemate, the Beetle,
garnered a few of its own, Type 2s like this one have come to be
known as "mini-buses", "micro-buses" and even "Kombis" in their
native land. Even though it debuted years after the first of its
predecessors rolled off the assembly line, this '77 retains that
distinctive blunt nosed front end - it's more than a visual
novelty, as it comes via the model's "forward-control"
configuration that moves the front portion of the cab directly over
the front axle to maximize interior space. It's dressed in a
signature two tone color figuration, combining a red body crowned
by white over the top portion and while the exterior will need some
refining to reach its top form, this Bus is as evocative as they
come. Drive it as it is or put in the necessary steps to elevate
its visual game - this is a vehicle that will definitely get its
share of positive responses as it cruises down the road.
As you enter through the sliding side door, the dividend of this
VW's distinctive exterior configuration becomes evident right away.
Put this adventure machine side by side with a station wagon from
its era and you'll see that it has exponentially more interior
room. Just as is the case with the exterior, the interior
represents a sort of "blank canvas" as opposed to a finished
driving environment, but you'll have no trouble seeing its ultimate
potential as you look around inside. The black vinyl surfaces of
the two front buckets may be a little rough, while the rear bench
seat is surprisingly clean, yet both are still plenty usable, so
there would be nothing keeping you from getting the fun started
just as soon as you bring this classic home - the original factory
radio even works as intended to provide an audio backdrop for your
journeys. The absence of the customary middle row creates a
generously proportioned space lending itself to all kinds of
customization options.
In back, the 2000cc 4 cylinder engine that propels this vintage
ride is both period correct and solidly functional. It's fed by a
factory issue 2 barrel carburetor and teams with a 4 speed manual
transmission geared to optimize the abilities of the compact
powerplant and fires up with a turn of the key while sending that
instantly recognizable VW exhaust note out of its aftermarket
muffler. Independent suspension at both ends makes this Bus a
surprisingly agile navigator as it cruises on its set of 14" white
factory wheels ornamented with branded chrome hub caps.
If you're looking for an increasingly rare classic that makes a
statement unlike any other, you have to check out this 1977
Volkswagen Bus Type 2. Call today!