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Volkswagen Type 2
Type 2 T1 (1950-1967)
1964 Volkswagen Samba 21 Window Samba Bus
1964
5,000 miles
Manual
Petrol
No estimate provided
Listing Source
Charterhouse Auctioneers
Auction
Description
Registration Number DAP 25B Original 21 window Samba LHD built in Germany then shipped to France, vendor’s friend found it in a barn in a chateau in 1998 and brought it back to the UK It was registered in 1998 in the UK The vendor bought it in 2009 and started the restoration, bare metal… Read More »1964 Volkswagen Samba 21 Window Samba Bus
About the Samba Bus
The ultimate T1 variant with 23 windows including eight skylights. Safari windows fold out for ventilation. Two-tone paint schemes and deluxe trim throughout. Built primarily for Alpine tourism. Exceptional rarity makes these among the most valuable VWs, with pristine examples exceeding six figures.
Known Issues to Watch For
Rust in sills, floor sections, and around windows. Engine cooling critical in vans. Reduction box issues on early models. Fuel system corrosion. Cab door hinges wear and crack. Difficult to source correct glass. Seals perish allowing water ingress.
Desirable Options
Samba specification (extremely valuable). Split windscreen. Original paint. 1500cc engine conversion. Safari windows. Westfalia camping interior. Matching numbers. Period accessories and camping equipment.
Specifications
Performance
Horsepower42 hp
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine0.0L
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionManual
Drive TypeRWD
Vehicle Details
Year1964
Mileage5,000 miles
Body StyleVan
Production Info
Production Years1951 - 1967
GenerationT1
Recently sold at auction: Type 2
Price history: Type 2 at auction
5 sold lots
Hammer prices from UK auctions, most recent 300 sales.
Type 2 prices over time
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5 of 5 lots
Listing Source
Charterhouse Auctioneers
Auction
Price on request
19645,000 milesManual