RARE 1976 VOLKSWAGEN JURGENS AUTOVILLA 2.0 PETROL AUTOMATICA wonderfully eccentric and increasingly collectible example of 1970s coachbuilt ingenuity, this 1976 Volkswagen Jurgens Autovilla represents a rare fusion of German engineering and South African craftsmanship.

Based on the iconic Volkswagen T2 'Bay Window' Transporter, the Autovilla was conceived as a more spacious alternative to the traditional camper—effectively combining a VW bus with a caravan-style body to create a fully integrated motorhome. Produced in limited numbers—thought to be approximately 1,000 units—the Autovilla remains a true rarity on today’s market, with relatively few surviving examples, particularly in right-hand-drive and automatic specification.

The Autovilla’s distinctive silhouette is defined by its coachbuilt rear body, constructed in traditional caravan fashion with an aluminium skin over a timber frame.

This design affords a significantly more generous interior than standard Volkswagen campers, w...