1966 Volkswagen Bus/Vanagon Type 2 Bus Deluxe

Volkswagen Bus/Vanagon Type 2 Bus Deluxe (1966)
for sale

Price: US $20,000.00

Description:

THE STRAIGHTEST and FASTEST VAN ON THE WEST COAST
Volkswagen Greats Magazine, Winter 1975
This Period Modified California Hot Rod has been in dry storage in the San Fernando Valley since 1972
Original Owner
Original papers, manual,
Original License Plates with matching key chain
Original Rubber Mats
Original Spare Tire
90, 000 original miles
VDO oil temp gauge and tachometer (not hooked up)
Brand new engine rebuilt under the guidance of the original owner and assembled by Engine Machine Services Company of Los Angeles, CA
2180 cc Okrasa roller Crank motor -- up 150 HP
Type 2 cases
Brand new 44mm dual Weber Carbs
Kolbenschmidt Pistons
Norris Valve Gear and Cam
KONI Shocks
Insulated engine compartment
Brand new Michelin 185/15 Radial tires
New Brakes, lines, hoses etc
Original German Transmission shifts smoothly
Original Porsche 15 Chromie wheels direct from from dealer/1966
Original White Bumpers included
California Custom Paint is acrylic lacquer below the roof line, the top is a lightly textured vinyl spray.
Pin Striping done by Jerry Dame of Reseda, Ca
Custom Nerf Bumpers hand formed by famed Hot Rodder George Stroud of N. Hollywood, CA
Hand made rear scoops by Solar; Steve McQueen
Baja Seats made by Solar; Steve McQueen
Smaller steering wheel for quicker response
Crystal Ball Gear Shift Knob
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THIS BUS RIDES BEAUTIFULLY
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NO Mexican or Brazilian parts on this bus
Inside and out is EXACTLY how it was in 1972. We have not made any attempts to upgrade it's integrity.
Stain on rear seat
Sunburn on center divider
Ignition key is fussy
General wear on inside but in overall VERY GOOD Condition
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About the owner:
Chuck White was a semi professional motocross racer througout the 1960s as well as a working photographer in Hollywood for most of his life. He had a love of racing, all things fast, and was an avid fisherman and boater.
It is with great pride that we offer this bus up for sale, truly a one of a kind, that is guaranteed to bring smiles and thumbs up from passers by.

update: 2016-08-29

Features:

Condition:Seller Notes:
Used
“In storage in San Fernando Valley since 1972 -- New Engine built to spec by Engine Machine Services, Inglewood, CA. New Brakes, New Tires, New Hoses etc... Original German Transmission. No Mexican or Brazilian Parts -- Bus was used as a daily driver for work and play. Inside and out is EXACTLY how it was in 1972. We have not made any attempts to "upgrade"... it's integrity is in tact.”
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): 246117825Year: 1966
Interior Color: Beige Make: Volkswagen
Vehicle Title: ClearModel: Bus/Vanagon
Options: Solar Seats by Steve McQueenEngine: 2180cc Type 2
Fuel Type: GasolineMileage: 90,090
For Sale By: OwnerSub Model: Type 2 Bus Deluxe
Disability Equipped: NoExterior Color: Custom

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