Basic information and history

The 1975 model-year Volkswagen Transporter belongs to the so-called Bay Window generation, an icon among classic vans and camper buses. The model combines a simple, robust construction with a rear-mounted, air-cooled four-stroke boxer engine and has become appreciated for its ease of service as well as the many factory and aftermarket camping solutions. This period brought improved chassis details and an interior philosophy that made the Transporter a natural companion on long journeys.

According to the seller, this car was sold new in Sweden and was restored over two years with focus on bodywork, interior and mechanics. The odometer is stated to read 84,020 kilometres, but cannot be guaranteed. The number of owners is stated as 10. The seller describes the car as turnkey and in show-standard condition. Tax-exempt and stated to be inspection-exempt, with the latest inspection on 2025-04-16. The vehicle is free of liens and the VAT is non-deductible.

In everyday use this is a camper-fitted minibus with period accessories in yellow and orange, including a retro camping kitchen and matching equipment. An older Crescent Världsmästarcykel in orange and an original bicycle carrier are included in the sale. The camping interior is custom-built by the seller; otherwise the car is described as in original specification.

Equipment and options

• Stereo with new Pioneer speakers
• Sofa bed with storage and rear shelving
• New retro camping kitchen, Primus 2396 in yellow/orange
• Sink with water pump
• Tow bar
• Folding picnic table with bench
• Retro complete picnic set in orange: plates, cutlery, mugs
• Various retro kitchen accessories in yellow/orange
• Bicycle carrier, stated to be original
• Crescent Världsmästarcykel

Modifications and improvements: A two-year overhaul and restoration according to the seller.

• Engine disassembled and rebuilt with new cylinder liners, new crankshaft bearings and gaskets.
• Gearbox removed and overhauled, with new clutch.
• Brakes and other moving parts refurbished.
• Underside components such as anti-roll bars and links blasted, primed and painted; bushings replaced.
• Body panels with issues replaced, entire front floor renewed, and the car repainted in its original yellow/white scheme.
• Engine bay painted yellow.
• Interior side panels newly made; headlining replaced from the front seats rearwards.
• Sofa bed and rear shelves refurbished.
• Westfalia original front seats, with a small repair in the right seat cushion.

The seller states that chrome trim rings for the wheels as well as panel controls for heating and ventilation are on order and will be included in the sale. A yellow awning may be present; condition to be checked.

Condition

Body and exterior: The exterior is described by the seller as in excellent condition. Previous dents and scratches have been addressed and the car has been repainted in the original yellow/white colour. Panels with defects have been replaced, including a new front floor, and the car is said to be completely rust-free. The engine bay is freshly painted in yellow. The windows are assessed to be in good condition. There is a small scuff mark on the trailing edge of the rear door.

Interior: The interior is stated to be in excellent condition with new inner side panels and a new headlining from the driver’s area rearwards. The sofa bed and rear shelves have been refurbished. Westfalia original front seats are in place, with a small repair to the right seat cushion. The dashboard is said to be in excellent condition. The sound system with new Pioneer speakers is reported to function.

Tyres and wheels: The tyres are older with good tread but have developed dry cracking. The wheels are assessed as perfectly fine. The seller states that chrome trim rings have been ordered. Tyre replacement is recommended before longer journeys.

Mechanicals and function: The engine is described as in excellent condition after a full overhaul with new wear parts and seals. The gearbox is stated to have been overhauled and shifts well; the clutch is new. Brakes and other moving chassis components have been refurbished, with blasted and painted components and new bushings. The car starts and runs without remarks according to the seller. All electrics, exterior lighting and seat belts work. The vehicle has passed inspection and is stated to be inspection-exempt and tax-exempt.

Service history

According to the seller, the car is fully serviced. Over a two-year period, engine, gearbox, brakes and chassis were worked through. Measures mentioned include disassembly and rebuild of the engine with new cylinder liners, crankshaft bearings and gaskets; overhauled gearbox with new clutch; refurbished brakes; replacement of bushings; and blasting, priming and painting of the underbody mechanical components. Body panels have been replaced where needed and the car has been repainted in its original colour combination.

The latest inspection is stated to be 2025-04-16, and the vehicle is said to be inspection-exempt thereafter.

Summary

A Swedish-delivered 1975 Volkswagen Transporter minibus with camping interior and a comprehensive two-year restoration according to the seller. Body and interior are to a high standard with a repaint in original yellow/white, refreshed interior and period-correct camping details. The mechanics have been gone through including engine, gearbox, brakes and chassis components, and the car is said to be turnkey. The tyres show age and should be checked before longer trips. With inspection exemption, tax exemption and an attractive camping setup, this is an interesting proposition for the enthusiast seeking a well-sorted T2 with the right period feel.