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1979 Volkswagen Type 2 Westfalia

Sold for $21,750 on 10/9/23

This 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 is a Westfalia pop-top Campmobile that is finished in Sage Green over yellow and green tartan cloth upholstery, and it is powered by a 2.0-liter flat-four paired with a four-speed manual transaxle. Equipment includes 14″ steel wheels, VW-branded hubcaps, louvered side windows, curtains, a Bluetooth-capable JVC stereo, a folding rear bench, slide-out rear shelving, an upper bunk, an Eberspächer gas heater, and a sink with a faucet. The van was acquired in 2022 by the seller, who reports that subsequent work involved replacing the windshield, sink water pump, clutch assembly, shocks, CV boots, and battery as well as brake, fuel system, and ignition components. This Type 2 Westfalia is now offered with a clean Colorado title in the seller’s name.

Finished at the factory in Sage Green, the van features white bumpers and a white Westfalia pop-top, and the seller reports areas of resprayed paint. Equipment includes a front spare tire mount, halogen headlamps, dual mirrors, jalousie side windows, rear air scoops, and a shore power connection. The seller states the windshield was replaced during current ownership, and it was resealed along with the fiberglass top, which was sanded and refinished with marine paint. Dings and dents are noted around the vehicle as well as rust under the battery, on the right-rear quarter panel, and where the top meets the body panels.

Silver-finished 14″ wheels wear VW-branded covers and 185-series Hankook RA08 tires. Stopping power is provided by front disc and rear drum brakes. Brake hoses and the left-rear wheel cylinder were replaced during current ownership according to the seller, and a Sachs steering stabilizer and KYB shocks were installed.

The interior features seats upholstered in yellow and green tartan cloth along with color-coordinated door panels and carpets. Additional equipment includes a swiveling passenger’s seat, a passenger-side grab handle, vent windows, and an aftermarket JVC stereo with Bluetooth connectivity. The seller reports the headliner was replaced and the seats were repaired and fitted with replacement foam after they acquired the vehicle.

The two-spoke steering wheel frames a 90-mph speedometer, a 7k-rpm tachometer, and a fuel level gauge. The five-digit odometer shows 11k miles, approximately 1k of which were added by the seller. Total mileage is unknown.

The rear cabin features a bench that folds into a bed in addition to a loft bunk, a sink, a removable table, an Eberspächer gas heater, woodgrain cabinetry, green window curtains, additional storage compartments, and residential-style power outlets. Per the seller, the sink water pump, seat pedestal mats and step pads, and the cabinet laminate were replaced in the past year.

The 2.0-liter flat-four was reportedly overhauled under previous ownership and equipped with AMC cylinder heads. Service under the seller’s ownership is said to have included replacing the spark plugs, ignition points, rotor arm, air filter, distributor cap, condenser, battery, fuel pump and sender, fuel lines and filter, CV boots, and engine compartment seal. An oil change was also completed.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transaxle that was also said to be fitted with a replacement clutch kit. Additional underbody photos are provided in the gallery.

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Auction Result

Winning Bid	USD $21,750 by themachinestl
Auction Ended	October 9, 2023 at 2:08PM PT
Bids	11

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