Current Bid: £2,750
1969 Volkswagen T2 Bay Window Camper ‘Big Willy
United Kingdom • 12 Jun 2026 • Lot 1505
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1969 VW T2 camper, affectionately known as “Big Willy,” features a Danbury conversion and has been repainted in its original color. With only three previous keepers and a long-term ownership history, it presents as a well-cared-for classic with some visible wear consistent with its age, making it a charming option for VW enthusiasts.
Condition
6
Moderate wear, some bubbling visible.
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Manual
Transmission:
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Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
WPE 595G
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Only 3 previous keepersDanbury conversionRepainted in original colour in 2019To view additional exterior + interior detail images - CLICK HEREHPI ClearFew classics capture the spirit of freedom and adventure quite like an early Volkswagen T2 camper.
Hugely desirable today, the early Bay Window models have become true lifestyle classics equally at home at Goodwood, Glastonbury or simply parked beside the coast with the kettle on.
This charming example, affectionately known as “Big Willy”, has exactly the sort of ownership story and honest presentation enthusiasts spend years searching for.History & OwnershipFirst registered on 1 January 1969, this T2 remained with its first owner for an astonishing 36 years, over half its life with one owner is a remarkable longevity. The current vendor has owned the camper for the last 10 years, mainly using it as a festival bus before deciding it was time for someone else to enjoy it.Importantly, this appears to remain a highly original example that...
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£1,200
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£14,548
Median Price (Since 2020)
£43,945
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Mar 30 2018
Latest MOT Mileage
37,296 miles
Registration Date
1969-01-01
MOT History
Passed
On Mar 31 2017 with 37,296 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- all track rod ends covers splitting
Passed
On Oct 27 2015 with 35,262 miles
There were 14 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Advisory:
- (Dangerous) Oil leak
- Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
- Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
- Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge
- Nearside Front tyre perished
- Offside Front tyre perished
- Nearside Rear tyre perished
- Offside Rear tyre perished
- Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Failed
On Oct 26 2015 with 35,259 miles
There were 18 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Nearside Electrical wiring damaged and bare connector exposed passenger foot well (1.9.2c)
- Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Advisory:
- (Dangerous) Oil leak
- Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
- Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
- Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge
- Nearside Front tyre perished
- Offside Front tyre perished
- Nearside Rear tyre perished
- Offside Rear tyre perished
- Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Passed
On Oct 02 2014 with 24,552 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
User Entered:
- rear torsion bar end covers have corrosion
Passed
On Aug 14 2013 with 15,406 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Passed
On Aug 30 2012 with 6,625 miles
Failed
On Jul 05 2010 with 6,595 miles
There were 11 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
- Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Advisory:
- Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
- Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
Passed
On Dec 01 2008 with 1,677 miles
Passed
On Jul 17 2007 with 92,951 miles
Failed
On Jul 05 2007 with 92,951 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Advisory:
- Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
- Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Passed
On Aug 03 2006 with 93,519 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
User Entered:
- hand brake has little reserve travel advise rear brakes adjustment
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