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255080321French classic car registration document ‘The call of the open road, Surf Trip style’ The history of the legendary Volkswagen ‘Split’ Combi began in 1947 when importer Ben Pon sketched a revolutionary front-cab utility vehicle inspired by a factory handling vehicle from the Wolfsburg plant.

Launched in March 1950, this first generation (the Type 2) instantly stood out thanks to its iconic two-part windscreen and featured the robust air-cooled Flat-4 engine from the Beetle. A true revolution in versatility during the 1950s, it was available in panel van, pick-up or as a luxurious microbus with roof windows, initially gaining popularity amongst tradespeople before becoming the ultimate symbol of freedom and, today, a coveted collector’s item worldwide.  This combi minibus was first registered in 1965 in the United States and is a ‘Deluxe’ version with 21 windows, fitted with the extremely rare and highly sought-after panoramic sunroof that literally transforms the ...