SARA” the 1997 Type T-2 Kombi “Clipper” Transporter ....15 Window Surf Camper
"KOMBI HOME" Surf Camper. TOTALLY restored, built, and imported from Brazil by Reborn Customs and Classics LLC in 2023 of South Carolina. Detailed to American Shop standards and restoration protocols. A "LIKE-NEW" build... to factory standards. NOT A BACKYARD GARAGE RESTORATION typical exported from Brazil.
A COMPLETE interior/exterior renovation totaling 2030 shop man hours in over 8 calendar months ...from strip-down to completed custom interior and exterior finishes.
This is a "rotisserie" type renovation of a "well cared for" previous school bus that includes an entirely new wood, accented custom cabin and a "rock and roll" bed/bench seat that sleeps two. The fully insulated interior (for noise suppression and heat retention) is heated by an independent remote-controlled diesel heater with vented fresh air intake and exhaust out-take. This "Kombi Clipper" as it's known in Brazil, is the VW transition design from the old "split window to the "Bay" window. A 15 window chassis and salon " barn doors", it has a full length" ragtop," heavy duty vinyl sunroof.
This Kombi Clipper is a unique hybrid to Brazil. This model was built as a transition bus design ( from Spliittie" to Bay") and has been outfitted with additional safety features to include front disc brakes, and a three point front seat belt system The fully renovated ORIGINAL 1600 power plant has dual carburetors, electronic ignition, and two batteries.
The auxiliary battery is dedicated for diesel heater starting and LED lighting for camping. The heater is independent from the engine when it is not powering the vehicle. The diesel heater is designed to run for 24 hours on a 5 liter fill-up and has a remote control for remote temperature adjustment. The Brazilian hardwood ceiling and wood accented wall paneling is unique for a bus of this generation. The entire bus has been rebuilt to " factory standards" and show quality. The bus includes a custom chrome roof rack with matching color, vintage surfboard as well as a Marley " Get Together" bluetooth rechargeable portable sound box. Other features include a custom "Runner"gear shifter, VW logo wood steering wheel, passenger area laminate flooring, and custom 15" wheels and numerous detail finishes that are not commonly found on this generation of "Bay" window custom restorations.. All these details make this bus both unique and of the highest quality offered anywhere.
Extensively tested and detailed during restoration, this KombiHome camper is perfect for weekend mountain on beach excursions, and represents THOUSANDS of hours of craftsman quality work. This is a "one-of-a-kind" bus with classic styling and numerous "resto-mod" upgrades that will continue to receive car show awards and set new standards for Brazilian sourced VW restorations offered in the American market. This bus has been used recently as a wedding photo bus for background photos and to deliver the bridal party to wedding...fitted with flowers , it makes the perfect wedding bus...a potential business idea for weddings...and it has an umbrella cocktail tailgate package included with purchase....ideal for tailgating...
FINEST T-2 Restoration on the internet available for sale...This vehicle has won numerous show awards to include:
2 "INNER BEAUTY AWARDS" in 2023 and 2024. And a Best In Show Award 2024. Consistently in top 25 and top 40 cars at every show entered competing with all car makes and brands to include vintage, classic and current muscle cars.
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Original Volkswagen matched chassis and engine with a clean South Carolina State Title and registration. This is an original VW T-2 Transporter manufactured in the San Bernardo VW plant in Sao Paulo, Brazil to VW specifications and factory standards. Totally renovated and detailed to "like new" or show quality conditions in 2023 and imported in a closed container and garage kept since June 2023.
1600 power plant developing 53+BHp/DualCarburetors/ Electronic Ignition/totally refurbished and updated original motor. New gaskets ,seals wiring, belts, fluids. Fully insulated engine bay and main cabin for noise suppression and heat retention.
New Front disc brakes and re-furbished rear drum brakes.
Renovated and lowered front and rear suspensions.
Original glass. All original body panels. Minimum filler BONDO on joints and seams..original metal panels throughout....
NEW full length Ragtop sunroof with vinyl sliding canopy.
Gas tank has been cleaned and repainted,
Original Instrumentation with new signal and flasher lights module.
Detailed, cleaned and newly painted under-belly. The part most restorations miss ...
Total repainted exterior body and underbody. .NO RUST.
New primary battery engine start battery with an additional Auxiliary lights and diesel heater starter battery. Two battery cut-offs for independent use and isolation.
New rubber door seals and compartment seals.
NEW Brazilian hardwood and vinyl interior wall and ceiling finishes. New upholstery on newly configured seating plan.. Custom built storage cabinets and wall panels. Furniture grade materials.
Two Custom built Brazilian hardwood folding, removable wood pedestal tables,( short and long )that are pedestal mounted with hidden under-seat storage when not installed.
Independent 5 Liter Diesel interior space heater with Infrared remote control. Externally vented diesel heater with fresh air intake and exterior vented exhaust out-take.Remote control temperature and on/off switch.
Fully insulated cabin and sound-insulated engine compartment.
New Steel 5 lug locking custom wheels with NEW 195 R15 tires and a hidden spare.
Custom stainless steel “Runner” gear shifter.
New custom VW logo finished wood and chrome steering wheel.
Custom chrome and lacquered wood roof rack with color matching 6 foot surfboard.
Added custom chrome and rubber deluxe exterior body panel trim.
Custom hardwood cabinetry and large "Rock and Roll" 2 person folding bed/bench seat .
LED direct and moveable interior lighting on a dedicated, separate utility battery. Re-chargeable low voltage battery lights on moveable stands.
Built-in USB port charger and 110v plugin to auxiliary battery. Battery cut-off switches on both engine start and auxiliary battery.
Marley “Get-Together” “Blue-tooth” re-chargeable quality portable sound box included with purchase.
New exterior locking door handles and latches.
3- point front seat belts and rear 2 point rear seating lap belts.
New window rubber and compartment rim seals.
Modern Fire extinguisher.
NEW!: Rear deck cocktail table and umbrella package added for outdoor tail-gaiting and entertaining...see photos.
Custom Curtains and laminate flooring in passenger seating area. New carpets in drivers cabin.
___@2300+ km Engine kilometers since 2023 re-furbishment.
......Inquiries on the full restoration details of this vehicle are welcome and are significantly more numerous than described in the description above...... the over 2000+ shop man hours include total strip of paint to bare metal, rust removal and seam alignment, a fully insulated interior, total interior/exterior prime and re-paint, a total engine overhaul, a transmission rebuild, full interior custom wood panel finish...and all of the additional features listed above...
BASICALLY A NEW KOMBI T-2 Transporter..... certainly dealer/ showroom quality. Not a quick restoration for quick profit.
In person Visits welcome ( South Carolina) and are encouraged to view this investment grade bus... Finest T-2 in its Class on the internet...visit to see the differences.
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