1969 Volkswagen Type 2 Bus

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The updated-for-1967 Volkswagen T2 lineup retained its predecessor's spacious cabin and low-mounted engine, while adding a dose of refinement and a more up-to-date dashboard. These VW vans became icons in their own time thanks to their huge interiors that served up plenty of space for passengers and their gear.

This 1969 Volkswagen Bus T2 was purchased by the seller in September 2017 from Brentwood, Tennessee. The seller reports that the engine was last overhauled at Dynabug Automotive of Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 2004 under prior ownership. In 2008, the Bus received a repaint as well as a reupholstered interior courtesy of Sewfine Interiors. Since their acquisition in 2017, the seller has installed a trickle charger.

This 1969 Volkswagen Bus T2 is now offered at no reserve with partial service records, a trickle charger, and current Alabama registration in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• Powered by a replacement 1,776cc air-cooled flat-four engine paired with a 4-speed manual transaxle

• Repainted in Delta Green over reupholstered two-tone green heath tweed and tan vinyl upholstery with caramel-colored carpeting extending to seat pedestals

• White perforated vinyl headliner with simulated wood trim

• The chassis number (229106231) decodes as:

  • 22 – Type 2 (T2) – Model 221(1), Microbus

  • 9 – 1969 model year

  • 106231 – Sequential production number

Factory Equipment

The M-Plate pictured in the photo gallery decodes as:

• General configuration:

  • Microbus 7‑seater with 2‑2‑3 seating arrangement

  • Sliding door: Right side

  • Steering: Left-hand drive (LHD)

  • Engine: Type 1 (B5) – 1584cc (47 hp DIN)

  • 4-speed manual gearbox

• Paint & Interior:

  • L581 – Cloud White Upper Body Color

  • L610 – Delta Green Lower Body Color

  • 33 – Light Grey and Medium Grey vinyl upholstery

• Factory Options:

  • M425 contains:

    • M020: Speedometer & odometer in miles

    • M089: Laminated windscreen

    • M507: Vent wings in cab doors

    • M511: Padded instrument panel

    • M524: Sealed‑beam headlights, dual‑circuit brake system, backup lights, side marker lighting

  • M508:

    • Additional vent window opposite sliding door

    • Vent wing in sliding door and windows opposite

    • Sliding window opposite sliding door

    • Vent wing in double‑cab doors

    • Passenger compartment window equipment variations

  • M697: Continental tires

Modifications

• Aftermarket speakers mounted in door panels

• Auxiliary gauges mounted below dash

• Reupholstered interior upholstery

• Repainted in period correct green

Servicing & Documentation

Documented service includes, but is not limited to, the following (see Service Records attached in the Additional documents section):

• 2019:

  • Trickle charger installed

• 2008:

  • Interior work included:

    • Installed full Sewfine interior including carpet set, pedestal wraps, platform covers/insulation, perforated vinyl trim material, 7‑piece interior panel kit, front kick panels, rear quarter and seat‑back panels, and custom‑fabricated components

    • Installed complete seat upholstery set—deluxe front bucket covers with Heath Tweed inserts and forest‑green piping, plus matching middle ¾‑bench and rear full‑bench covers

    • Added custom tan‑vinyl sun visors with Heath Tweed map strap and tan cut‑pile floor mats

    • Perforated off-white headliner installed

  • Body and paint work included:

    • Repaint completed by Danny Auto Body

    • Various body seals and gaskets replaced

• 2004:

  • Powertrain work included:

    • Aluminum engine case (replacement case)

    • CIMA 90.5mm piston & cylinder set (90.5×69mm)

    • Melling high‑volume oil pump and fuel pump with alternator‑style pushrod

    • Alternator, spark‑plug wire set, ignition coil, chrome 009‑style distributor, and CompuFire electronic ignition module

Known Imperfections

• Paint imperfections as shown in the gallery

• Rust bubble near the passenger‑side gas tank area

• Fuel gauge does not read accurately

• Scratches on brightwork trim

Ownership History

• Purchased by the seller in September 2017 from Brentwood, Tennessee

• Reportedly driven approximately 1,400 miles under current ownership

Included

• Some service records

• Fire extinguisher

• Trickle charger

• Spare tire

Additional Information

This 1969 Volkswagen Type 2 is registered in a state that does not issue titles for vehicles of its age. It is offered with Alabama registration.