1966 Volkswagen Type 2 Microbus

Description

The Type 2 Transporter, also known as the Microbus, was an iconic model from the Volkswagen lineup that came in various body styles such as a commercial panel van, single or double cab pickup truck, and passenger microbus in both standard and deluxe trim levels. By the 1960s, these air-cooled Volkswagens had become ingrained in Southern California's laid-back lifestyle and were used around the world as practical and dependable transportation for a variety of reasons. Motor Trend magazine described the Microbus as "more of a way of life than just another car..." Type 2s became a significant part of the So-Cal surfing culture, as well as the hippie counterculture. While Flower Power eventually faded, the popularity of air-cooled VWs spread throughout the continental US and Hawaii and continues with a devout worldwide collector fanbase to this day. This particular Microbus has been restored to be a wonderfully useable classic finished in period-correct Velvet Green and Pearl White. When production of this example was completed in Germany, it was originally specified as an eight or nine-passenger van. However, it has since been upgraded to its current camper specification, allowing for weekend excursions with its rear bench seats and built-in ice box.   

Highlights 

• Finished in Velvet Green and Pearl White 

• The interior is upholstered in a matching green, and white vinyl color scheme 

• Restored under prior ownership 

• Previously used by the Savannah Bananas baseball team, dubbed the “Van-nana” 

• Upon removing the wrap, the exterior paintwork was refreshed in preparation for the sale 

• Optional “Safari” split front windshield, allowing for increased ventilation 

• Please note that while the odometer displays just under 85,000 miles at the time of listing, the true mileage is unknown 

• Factory German-built microbus 

Highlights 

• Powered by a single port “H” case 1,500 cc flat-four-cylinder mated to a four-speed manual with factory reduction box transmission 

• Rear-facing bench seat with collapsible table 

• Built-in wood cabinet housing a small ice box 

• 14 inch painted steel wheels with chrome hubcaps 

• Pivoting vent windows 

• Flat folding “Z-Bed” rear bench seat with a storage compartment underneath 

• Wood flooring in the rear 

• Ivory twin-spoke steering wheel 

• Dual chrome side-view mirrors 

• Rubber floor covering on the front floor 

• Under-dash storage tray 

• Door-mounted map pockets 

• Dual sun visors 

Known Imperfections 

• This Volkswagen has been restored to a driver-level condition with the following known imperfections: 

• Minor damage to the interior ceiling wood, as pictured 

• Minor areas of corrosion, as pictured 

• Minor paint imperfections, including overspray, tape lines, and small chips 

• A rubber grommet is missing underneath of the throttle pedal 

• Aged rubber seals and trim, as pictured  

• The rear hatch will not latch close  

Included 

• Multiple keys 

Ownership History This 1966 Volkswagen Type 2 Microbus was purchased by the current owner in 2015 and was loaned to the Savanah Bananas from 2019 to 2023. 

Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle 

Contact: Ray Shaffer   Phone: 904.982.7223   email: ray.shaffer@broadarrowgroup.com