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£16,802

Subaru-Powered 1978 Volkswagen Type 2 Bus 4-Speed

United States • 5 Sept 2026

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AI Listing Summary

This 1978 Volkswagen Type 2 bus stands out with its Subaru engine conversion and recent cosmetic refreshes, including a 2022 repaint and interior reupholstery. It features modern amenities like air conditioning and a Kenwood head unit, paired with aftermarket wheels and front disc brakes, making it a well-equipped classic.

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Condition 

7

The bus was repainted in 2022 and the interior was reupholstered in 2022, indicating good maintenance. It features aftermarket wheels and a Subaru engine conversion. While no major dents or damage are mentioned, the description notes a shortened windshield wiper lever and an aftermarket tachometer and coolant temperature gauge, suggesting minor modifications and potential for slight wear.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

2282110354

Odometer:

95,000 miles

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

LHD

2.5L Subaru EJ25 Flat-Four Benco Four-Speed Manual Transaxle Nardo Gray & White Paint Two-Tone Brown Upholstery 15" Aftermarket Wheels Front Disc Brakes Sliding Side Windows EMPI Shifter Air Conditioning Rear Heater Kenwood Head Unit Three Rows of Seating
This 1978 Volkswagen Type 2 bus was retrofitted with a Subaru 2.5-liter flat-four linked to a Benco “Freeway Flyer” four-speed manual transaxle under previous ownership.

It was repainted in its current shade of Nardo Gray and white, and the seats were re-trimmed in two-tone brown upholstery in 2022.

Features include 15″ aftermarket wheels, front disc brakes, sliding side windows, air conditioning, an EMPI shifter, a rear heater, and a Kenwood head unit.

This Type 2 bus was purchased by the seller in 2022, and it is now offered with a Texas title in the seller’s name.

The bus was repainted in two-tone Nardo Gray and white in 2022, per the seller.

It has white-painted bumpers, dual side mirrors, a sliding side door, and sliding si...

Points of note

£4,121

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£15,915

Median Price (Since 2020)

£49,788

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