1972 Volkswagen Type 2 Bus

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Volkswagen introduced the Type 2 model in 1950 to answer the need for a spacious and versatile vehicle. Who knew it would become a lifestyle? Derived from the Type 1 Beetle, the Type 2 Transporter (or “Kombi”) was built in a myriad of body styles: van, pickup truck, and passenger “Microbus.” The VW Type 2 received a major upgrade in 1968, and by ’72 the Microbus was now known as the "Station Wagon". These seven- and nine-passenger people movers were still unique vehicles in the United States, with the first Chrysler minivans still 12 years in the future. Motor Trend magazine called the Microbus, “more of a way of life than just another car...”

This 1972 Station Wagon has reportedly been refurbished throughout. It’s been upgraded with custom rear seating and storage compartments. The seller states that it was repainted “close to original color” with a matching-color interior and mechanically refurbished with a rebuilt engine, transmission, front end, and new CV joints. It’s ready to continue its cherished lifestyle.

This refurbished and upgraded Type 2 is now offered at no reserve with miscellaneous extra parts, service records, and a rebuilt Nevada title in the seller's name.

Highlights

• Refurbished VW Type 2 with custom rear seating and storage

Factory Equipment

• 1.6L air-cooled four-cylinder engine

• Four-speed manual transmission

• Larger front disc brakes added in 1972

• Single-piece curved windshield

• The chassis number (2222105873) decodes as:

  • 2 – Type 2 (Transporter/Bus)

  • 2 – Microbus or Kombi models

  • 2 – 1972 model year

  • 2105873 – Production serial number

Modifications

• Custom storage compartments

• Custom rear seating and sleeping area

• Boss audio with Apple Car Play and Echo Master license plate back up camera all installed by Best Buy

• Aftermarket speakers

Servicing & Documentation

• Recent work reportedly includes (receipts accompany the sale):

  • Rebuilt engine

  • Rebuilt transmission

  • New tires

  • Rebuilt front end

  • New CV joints

Ownership History

The seller has owned this 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 Station Wagon since 2020.

Included Items

• Miscellaneous extra parts

• Service records