Photo: eBay seller trgolf55555
The Volkswagen Type 2 (or the Volkswagen Bus, as many people call it, though the "bus" was only one of the body types available during this generation) debuted in the United States in Europe in 1950.
Its production continued for 17 years at factories in Germany, Brazil, Australia, and South Africa, with Americans eventually becoming very fond of the vehicle that could fit a wide range of purposes.
The Type 2 was a vehicle like no other. It didn't have the monster engines available in the States during its time, coming with small-displacement units supposed to put the wheels in motion, and that's about it. For example, the Transporter version introduced in the early '60s rolled off the assembly lines with a 1.5-liter unit (approximately 91cc for our American readers) engine with only 42 horsepower.
Volkswagen upgraded the engine to 51 horsepower in 1963, with the next power upgrade happening in 1967 when the maximum output increased to 54 horsepower.
A 1963 Type 2 landed on eBay with a strong desire to return to the road but in a condition that could easily make many people walk away.
eBay seller trgolf55555 explains that this Type 2 was recently found sitting in an estate for a long time. It's impossible to tell how long the vehicle has been in hiding, but the owner found evidence that the last time it was titled was in 1991 in Florida. It hasn't moved until recently, and its condition is obvious in the shared photos.
The vehicle was discovered in a large collection of vintage Volkswagens, and considering the metal's condition, it's clear these classic cars have been struggling with high humidity levels. The owner says they know nothing about the engine, but the Type 2 has transformed into a rust bucket whose restoration looks highly unlikely. It looks adorable from a distance, but its metal problems become more obvious as you get closer. However, I wouldn't be surprised to see most interested buyers walking away after checking out the photos in the gallery.
The good news is that the vehicle still rolls and steers, so if you're brave enough to give it a second chance, you should still be able to take it on a trailer (hopefully in one piece).
Considering its condition, the selling price makes sense, and this Type 2 is likely to cost less than a new iPhone at the end of the auction. The owner posted the vehicle on eBay for a no-reserve auction, with the digital fight starting at $1. The top offer is $103.50, but the price will likely increase slightly in the remaining five days.
If you want to see the vehicle in person, you can find it in Lutz, Florida.
The Type 2 was a vehicle like no other. It didn't have the monster engines available in the States during its time, coming with small-displacement units supposed to put the wheels in motion, and that's about it. For example, the Transporter version introduced in the early '60s rolled off the assembly lines with a 1.5-liter unit (approximately 91cc for our American readers) engine with only 42 horsepower.
Volkswagen upgraded the engine to 51 horsepower in 1963, with the next power upgrade happening in 1967 when the maximum output increased to 54 horsepower.
A 1963 Type 2 landed on eBay with a strong desire to return to the road but in a condition that could easily make many people walk away.
eBay seller trgolf55555 explains that this Type 2 was recently found sitting in an estate for a long time. It's impossible to tell how long the vehicle has been in hiding, but the owner found evidence that the last time it was titled was in 1991 in Florida. It hasn't moved until recently, and its condition is obvious in the shared photos.
The vehicle was discovered in a large collection of vintage Volkswagens, and considering the metal's condition, it's clear these classic cars have been struggling with high humidity levels. The owner says they know nothing about the engine, but the Type 2 has transformed into a rust bucket whose restoration looks highly unlikely. It looks adorable from a distance, but its metal problems become more obvious as you get closer. However, I wouldn't be surprised to see most interested buyers walking away after checking out the photos in the gallery.
The good news is that the vehicle still rolls and steers, so if you're brave enough to give it a second chance, you should still be able to take it on a trailer (hopefully in one piece).
Considering its condition, the selling price makes sense, and this Type 2 is likely to cost less than a new iPhone at the end of the auction. The owner posted the vehicle on eBay for a no-reserve auction, with the digital fight starting at $1. The top offer is $103.50, but the price will likely increase slightly in the remaining five days.
If you want to see the vehicle in person, you can find it in Lutz, Florida.
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