For Sale: 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 in Beverly Hills, California

1971 Volkswagen Type 2 MicrobusIntroducing this 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 Microbus, finished in a distinctive two-tone burgundy and white exterior, complemented by a matching grey interior featuring patterned cloth seat inserts and smooth vinyl bolsters. Known for its practical design and unmistakable styling, the Volkswagen Bus became an icon of 1970s motoring, offering versatile passenger seating and a simple air-cooled mechanical layout.Highlights:- Exterior Color: Two-Tone Burgundy / White- Interior Color: Grey with Patterned Cloth Inserts- 1600cc Air-Cooled Flat-Four Engine- Four-Speed Manual Transaxle- EMPI Single-Barrel Carburetor- Front Disc Brakes- VDO Instrumentation- Chrome Bumpers and Exterior Trim- Factory-Style VW Embossed Chrome Center Hubcaps- Multi-Passenger Seating Layout- Sliding Windows- Front Quarter Vent Windows- Modern Kenwood Radio- 14-Inch White Steel Wheels- Matching Spare Tire IncludedPower comes from a 1600cc air-cooled flat-four engine paired with a four-speed manual transaxle and an EMPI single-barrel carburetor. The chassis is equipped with front disc brakes, while the exterior retains the classic Type 2 styling, including chrome bumpers, round headlights, and 14-inch white steel wheels with Volkswagen-embossed chrome center hubcaps. A matching white steel spare wheel with a blackwall tire is housed in the rear cargo storage area.Inside, the cabin features dual front bucket seats and a rear bench, all upholstered in grey vinyl with patterned cloth inserts. Additional details include VDO instrumentation, a black padded dashboard top, black upper and grey lower door panels, and a modern Kenwood radio. Sliding side windows and front quarter vents provide additional ventilation.An interesting detail of the Volkswagen Type 2 is its rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive configuration. With the engine positioned beneath the rear of the vehicle, the design provides a largely open, versatile cabin that helped make the Bus popular for both passenger transportation and recreational use.Combining its distinctive two-tone appearance, practical interior, air-cooled flat-four engine, and four-speed manual transmission, this Volkswagen Type 2 Microbus represents the straightforward engineering and character that made the Volkswagen Bus an enduring classic and is mechanically sound. For $29,950