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£40,680

1961 VOLKSWAGEN 23-WINDOW CUSTOM MICROBUS

Barrett Jackson • US • 11 Sept 2026

Market Position:

Lower Mid-Market

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£40,680

1961 VOLKSWAGEN 23-WINDOW CUSTOM MICROBUS

US • 11 Sept 2026 • Lot 404

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1961 Volkswagen 23-window custom microbus re-creation boasts a fully restored interior and exterior with a two-tone Lotus White and Mystic Green finish and a desirable 23-window configuration. It features a rebuilt air-cooled engine, upgraded 12-volt electrical system, and completely restored suspension, steering, and braking components.

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Condition 

8

The car has undergone a comprehensive restoration by A&J Revival, including structural, mechanical, electrical, and cosmetic work, with a rotisserie restoration and new sheet-metal replacement. It features a high-end paint finish and a completely refurbished interior. While restored, the description does not indicate perfection, but rather excellent condition with extensive renewal.

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1961

Auction

32614

United States

£40,680

1961 VOLKSWAGEN 23-WINDOW CUSTOM MICROBUS

Barrett Jackson • US • 11 Sept 2026

Market Position:

Lower Mid-Market

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Description

cooled four-cylinder engine producing approximately 65hp, paired with a restored four-speed manual transmission and upgraded 12-volt electrical system.

Title branded as Non US Vehicle. DetailsThis 1961 Volkswagen 23-window custom microbus re-creation is powered by an air-cooled four-cylinder engine producing approximately 65hp, paired with a restored four-speed manual transmission.

A performance-style shifter provides quick, precise gear changes.

Mechanical upgrades include an aluminum crankshaft pulley, alternator pulleys, a new carburetor, distributor, ignition coil, spark plugs and ignition wires.

The suspension, steering and braking systems were completely restored using new, genuine Volkswagen components, and the electrical system was upgraded to 12 volts.

It rides on new tires mounted to 15-inch RDW Classics sport wheels with a 5x205 bolt pattern and has a slightly lowered suspension.

Restored by A&J Revival, the Volkswagen received structural, mechanical, electrical and co...

Price Analysis vs Other Type 2 T1 23 Windows

£14,161

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£49,943

Median Price (Since 2020)

£174,867

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