Vehicle Description
Chassis No. BH342481
The Volkswagen Type 2, in its original T1 "split-screen"
configuration, was offered in an impressive array of variants,
ranging from the utilitarian panel van, devoid of rear seating and
side windows, to the more refined Samba Deluxe, boasting a
full-length headliner, accommodation for eight passengers, and an
elegant two-tone paint scheme. Despite their outward differences,
all iterations shared a common DNA with the Type 1 Beetle,
including the reliable air-cooled and rear-mounted flat-four
engine. Power increased over time, culminating in a 1,500 cc
powerplant generating 44 horsepower, coupled with modern 12-volt
electrics. By the time T1 production ceased in Germany in 1967,
nearly two million units had been sold worldwide.
The Type 2 T1's legacy of durability, reliability, and widespread
popularity extended far beyond its European production run, with
manufacturing continuing in Brazil until 1975. The example
presented here is a Brazilian-built 1974 Type 2 15-Window Kombi,
showing 68,203 kilometers (approximately 42,379 miles) on its
odometer. It features the time-honored 1,500 cc air-cooled flat
four-cylinder engine paired with a four-speed manual transmission.
The exterior has been refinished in a striking red and white
two-tone, while the interior retains its original appointments,
including seating for nine occupants complete with seat belts and
rubber floor mats. This Kombi's exceptional preservation is
evidenced by its original floor pan and the presence of the
original dealership emblem on the engine cover. Its wonderful
presentation has been recognized with a First Place award in the
Type 2 class at the 2022 Florida Bug Jam. This Type 2 represents an
opportunity to acquire a well-preserved example that embodies the
enduring charm and functionality of Volkswagen's iconic
split-screen design, complete with a vintage Coca-Cola cooler,
surfboard, and picnic basket.
