1974 Volkswagen Type 2 Bus
California Bus, 1.8L Air-Cooled Flat-Four, 4-Speed Manual, Excellent Floors
This solid 1974 Volkswagen Type 2 Bus was built in November 1973 and has spent its life in California. Originally finished in red, it received an older repaint in classic period Volkswagen orange and retains a wonderfully straightforward, honest presentation. Powered by Volkswagen's air-cooled 1.8-liter flat-four and paired with a four-speed manual transmission, this is a clean, usable Bay Window Bus with a notably solid, rot-free body and excellent floors. It is offered with a clear California title.
The 1.8-liter air-cooled flat-four starts readily, runs and idles smoothly and provides the familiar character that makes these Volkswagen Buses so enjoyable to drive. The four-speed manual transmission shifts nicely through the gears, while the brakes and suspension feel good and provide confident road manners. The lights, turn signals and wipers are all functioning. The fuel gauge operates but does not read accurately. The Bus has been regularly maintained and runs and drives well.
The period orange exterior has an appealing vintage look and shows well for an older repaint, with evidence of its original red finish visible in select areas. The glass, exterior trim and emblems present nicely, and the body is particularly impressive for its solid California structure. Most importantly, the underside and floors are excellent and remarkably free of the corrosion so commonly encountered on vintage Volkswagen Buses. The tires have tread remaining but are aged and should be replaced; replacement has been left to the next owner so they can select the tire type and style that best suits their intended use.
Inside, the black interior is comfortable and welcoming with particularly nice front seats and an excellent dashboard that stands out as a real strength of the Bus. The simple, functional cabin retains the unmistakable character of a classic Volkswagen, while the excellent floors further demonstrate how well this California example has survived.
This is a great opportunity to own a solid, rot-free California 1974 Volkswagen Type 2 Bus with excellent floors, an excellent dashboard, appealing period colors and good running and driving characteristics. It isn't presented as a freshly restored showpiece, but rather as an honest and highly usable vintage VW that can be enjoyed as it stands while offering an excellent foundation for future cosmetic improvements.
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