To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION WITHOUT RESERVE at RM Sothebys' The
Elkhart Collection event, 23 - 24 October 2020.
Estimate:
$100,000 - $130,000
- Desirable and iconic '21-window' model
- High-quality restoration, well maintained
- Attractive Cumulus White-and-Sea Blue livery
Volkswagen's Beetle-based Transporter first arrived on the American
continent in 1950. Competition was nonexistent, as there was
nothing else like it on the market. Utilizing standard VW
components as its basis, it was at once familiar and easy to
maintain, as parts were already readily available. It quickly
became popular and evolved into multiple variations, including the
more comfortable Microbus model, which itself was offered in
multiple configurations, including with Deluxe trim and various
window and roof options. The rarest and arguably most collectable
of these is the '21-window' model.
The example offered here is identified by its "M-Plate" tag as a
Deluxe Microbus delivered to US specifications, with sealed-beam
headlights and six pop-out side windows, as well as a walk-through
split front seat. Beautifully restored throughout, it presents well
in year-correct Cumulus White and Sea Blue, with grey vinyl and
mesh upholstery, and typical of the automobiles in this collection,
it has been well maintained both cosmetically and mechanically. At
the time of cataloguing, it had recorded 33,808 miles.
The Microbus has become one of those automobiles that no collection
is complete without-so good-natured is it in its appearance and
charm that everyone who sees it automatically falls in love with it
and wants to ride in it. This much-sought-after '21-window' model,
in gorgeous colors, would be a delightful and joy-bringing
acquisition for the new owner-whether on their way to Cars & Coffee
or Woodstock.To view this car and others currently consigned to
this auction, please visit the RM website at
rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/el20.