Vehicle Description
West Coast Classics are proud to present a rare and recent 2 1/2
years fully nuts and bolts restored example of this 1975 Volkswagen
Bus conversion tribute 21 Window Deluxe Samba Microbus with
skylight windows and cloth sunroof!This a highly desirable
restoration and conversion tribute to a collectible Type 24 Bus
(Deluxe 9 passenger Microbus). Most Deluxe Microbuses were ordered
as Samba models (a $160 option) that included a sliding canvas
sunroof flanked by 4 skylight windows on each side of the roof
(that's a 23 window bus through model 1963 and a 21 window bus
starting in model year 1964). The deluxe Microbus was Volkswagens
top-of-the-line transporter.This is a superbly completed striking
tribute to the iconic Type 24 Bus (Deluxe 9 passenger Microbus)
which were originally marketed for touring the Alps with small
skylight windows embedded into the roof for added viewing
capabilities and were manufactured with the highest trim level
available which included trim strips along the beltline and a dash
clock! Most Deluxe Microbuses were ordered as Samba models (a $160
option) that included a sliding canvas 'Golde' sunroof flanked by
the 4 skylight windows on each side of the roof.The body is razor
straight and all the door and panel fits are original and as they
should be and the bus is fitted with highly desirable 'original
German' Safari front windows. The original 1500 single carb 4
cylinder engine was completely rebuilt and is matched to a 4 speed
manual transaxle. During the restoration, the complete drivetrain
was refurbished, including the engine, gearbox, differential and
reduction boxes as well as a new carburetor was installed along
with a vacuum advanced electronic ignition distributor, ignition
coil, spark plugs and wires. The suspension, steering and braking
systems were also refurbished with new parts as well as the 12-volt
electrical system. Finished in the classic two-tone theme of 'Pearl
White' top and 'Titan Red' bottom exterior it features eight chrome
framed panoramic samba windows, a retractable ragtop canvas
sunroof, a split windshield with safari windows, a wider trunk lid
and a roof rack and ladder that combines stainless steel and
wood.The interior features a walk-through concept with seating for
seven, a double floor and a Samba model clock. It rolls on 14-inch
painted wheels with chrome hubcaps. The scope of this project was
to carry out the restoration, having as reference the classic
models manufactured in Germany in the 1960s. To do this
successfully, the Technical Check List of TV - H Certification from
Germany was adopted as a technical standard reference with the
restoration being completed by Kiekhofel Auto Parts and
Restoration. This bus must be seen and driven to be fully
appreciated - the engine is extremely strong and responsive with
excellent oil pressure and no oil leaks and which sounds absolutely
magnificent, the original factory 4 speed transmission shifts
smoothly through all the gears, the van brakes great and the engine
temperature always remains cool.We at West Coast Classics have over
the years sold many virtually identical examples of these original
M code 21 amp; 23 window model buses and it is now patently obvious
that these are the Volkswagens that collectors and enthusiasts
around the world are seeking with increasing fervor and you will
certainly look long and hard to find a finer restored and always
rust free original example of this iconic 21 Window Samba Bus
conversion available anywhere else!
