1974 Volkswagen Type 2

This 1974 Volkswagen Type II Samba Bus is a cute 23-window conversion with a split windshield and sliding sun roof that's ready to roll! The origins of the Volkswagen Transporter dates back to the early post-World War II era in 1947, when Dutch businessman and early Volkswagen dealer Bernardus Ben Pon sketched out a design of a light duty delivery van for VW's engineers to build for the Dutch market which was in need of such a vehicle. Interestingly, the first Transporter vans were essentially panel vans without side windows or rear seating, with Volkswagen not properly envisioning the possibility of other applications, such as for personal use, besides this initial commercial use focus. Debuted in 1949 and first sold in 1950, early sales were fairly modest and limited to commercial applications such as ambulances, postal delivery vans, and others. Within a few years, the Transporter name evolved into names such as the Microbus and Kombi, with the Kombi being a version with removable center and rear seating so that it could be used to transport cargo as well as people, and sales numbers began to start climbing. Around the same time, features such as roof-mounted windows and a sliding sun roof were also added for improved passenger comfort. Over the course of the next decades, the VW Bus became an icon, whether being the vehicle of choice for the hippie generation following around the Grateful Dead or more broadly as an inexpensive people mover both in the United States and across the rest of the world. In fact, VW Bus production continued much longer outside the United States (and even Germany too), especially in Brazil where Type 2 Kombi production ended in 2013 due to new safety regulations. Powering this '74 VW Bus is an air cooled 1300cc flat 4 cylinder engine fed by a single barrel carburetor. The 1.3L 4 cylinder engine is mated to a 4 speed manual transmission that makes this adorable Volkswagen a super fun vehicle to drive. Exhaust exits this Volkswagen Type II's powerplant via a single exhaust port, generating a terrific throaty sound. Riding on a set of radial tires mounted on painted steel wheels and accented with faux wide whitewalls and polished hubcaps, this classic VW Bus has a fantastic look and even better ride. Squeezing in and out of tight parking spaces, along with lane changes, are an easy endeavor thanks to the addition of dual outside mirrors that provide improved visibility down the sides of this Samba bus. Both the front and rear bumpers are outfitted with upgraded bumper guards that elevate the exterior look of this wonderful Volkswagen Type II. In addition to the sliding windows and the vent windows on the driver's and passenger's side, you can also improve air flow inside the Bus by opening the Safari-style pop out windshields and sliding sun roof. Not only can you easily haul your cooler and chairs to the local car show in the rear of the van, you also have additional storage space atop the bus on top of the chrome-framed wooden-slat auxiliary roof rack. The body of this Volkswagen Bus has been refinished in a wonderful two-tone paint scheme consisting of Pastel White over Sky Blue, completing the exterior look of this Samba. The interior of this 23 Window 1974 Volkswagen Type II Samba Bus is absolutely gorgeous! The front 70/30 bench seat, along with the 2 rows of rear bench seats have been refurbished in white and tan upholstery with sky blue piping. The interior panels, headliner, painted dash and steering wheel are all in fantastic condition and retain a nice stock look. Instrumentation consists of a 120 KM/H speedometer with integrated battery indicator and oil pressure lights as well as a fuel gauge. The radio has been vastly upgraded to a modern CarPlay/Android Audio/FM/Bluetooth entertainment system so that you can listen to all of your tunes while cruising down the road. Additionally, a backup camera has been added for safer reversing operation, easily viewable on the