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£73,884
1963 Volkswagen Type 2 (T1) Splitscreen Kombi ‘Samba
Australia • 16 Jun 2025
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AI Listing Summary
This is a rare 1963 Volkswagen Type 2 (T1) Splitscreen Kombi ‘Samba' with a desirable 23-window layout and sunroof. It has been mechanically enhanced and is presented in a vibrant two-tone color scheme.
Condition
7
The car is reported to be in good condition following a restoration 12 years ago, but there may be slight wear visible. The seller also mentions some maintenance and upgrades, suggesting it is in solid running condition, but not perfect.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
[Chassis No]
Odometer:
23,612 miles
Reg Number:
30089J
RHD/LHD:
RHD
KEY FACTS A rare and highly desirable early ‘Delux Microbus’, this T1-generation Volkswagen Type 2 Kombi ‘Samba’ is a 23-window variant with distinctive skylight windows and a fabric sunroof, offered from long-term ownership.
It is powered by a freshly built 1.6-litre air-cooled flat-four with a 12-volt alternator, driving the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission.
Built in March 1963 and imported from Germany to Australia, this example has been with the seller for eight and a half years.
A well-known and admired example in enthusiast circles, this Kombi won first place at the 2025 VW Nationals.
The odometer indicates 23,612 miles, though this is not warranted.
Build year: 1963 EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES This T1-era Type 2 Splitscreen Kombi ‘Samba’ is finished in an appealing two-tone Turquoise and Ivory colour scheme, over a Turquoise part vinyl and patterned cloth-trimmed interior, featuring a white dashboard and body panels, grey rear cabin carpets, blue seat belts, and ...
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£5,600
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£30,787
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£84,907
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