1962 VW Split Screen Kombi
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Specifications:
Engine: 1500cc 4 cylinder Gearbox: 4 speed manual Extra's: Nut and Bolt restoration, immaculate condition |
The first generation of the Volkswagen Type 2 with the split windshield, informally called the Microbus, Splitscreen, or Splittie among modern fans, was produced from 8 March 1950 through the end of the 1967 model year. From 1950 to 1956, the T1 (not called that at the time) was built in Wolfsburg; from 1956, it was built at the completely new Transporter factory in Hanover. Like the Beetle, the first Transporters used the 1100 Volkswagen air-cooled engine, an 1,131 cc air-cooled flat-four-cylinder 'boxer' engine mounted in the rear. This was upgraded to the 1200 – an 1,192 cc in 1953. A higher compression ratio became standard in 1955
The early versions of the T1 until 1955 were often called the "Barndoor" (retrospectively called T1a since the 1990s), owing to the enormous rear engine cover, while the later versions with a slightly modified body (the roofline above the windshield is extended), smaller engine bay, and 15" roadwheels instead of the original 16" ones are nowadays called the T1b (again, only called this since the 1990s, based on VW's retrospective T1,2,3,4 etc. naming system.). From the 1964 model year, when the rear door was made wider (same as on the bay-window or T2), the vehicle could be referred to as the T1c. 1964 also saw the introduction of an optional sliding door for the passenger/cargo area instead of the outwardly hinged doors typical of cargo vans. German production stopped after the 1967 model year; however, the T1 still was made in Brazil until 1975, when it was modified with a 1968–79 T2-style front end, and big 1972-vintage taillights into the so-called "T1.5" and produced until 1996.
This 'Splittie' was bought in 2020 as running Combi and then subjected to a bare metal, nut and bolt restoration. The body was stripped to bare metal and repaired. A few rusted panels were replaced where needed, however, the body was surprisingly straight and rust free! The complete restoration was done in JHB
As the original motor was a 1200cc which is very under powered, the decision was made to fit a 1500cc engine which was completely refurbished and fitted with the correct transfer box and gearbox. The car was also completely re-wired by Villiersdorp Auto. As part of the rebuild, Safari windows and chrome swage line were fitted. She has the later model wrap around bumpers which finish off the 'car nicely
As with all restorations, the costs have run up at over R600,000 and that where the owner stopped counting! If you buy a car like this, the expression is, "buy the car, and get the restoration for free....!'
She runs beautifully for a girl of her age and causes a stir where ever she goes!
Genuine German made T1's are highly collectible and especially ones in this condition!
Priced at R695,000
The early versions of the T1 until 1955 were often called the "Barndoor" (retrospectively called T1a since the 1990s), owing to the enormous rear engine cover, while the later versions with a slightly modified body (the roofline above the windshield is extended), smaller engine bay, and 15" roadwheels instead of the original 16" ones are nowadays called the T1b (again, only called this since the 1990s, based on VW's retrospective T1,2,3,4 etc. naming system.). From the 1964 model year, when the rear door was made wider (same as on the bay-window or T2), the vehicle could be referred to as the T1c. 1964 also saw the introduction of an optional sliding door for the passenger/cargo area instead of the outwardly hinged doors typical of cargo vans. German production stopped after the 1967 model year; however, the T1 still was made in Brazil until 1975, when it was modified with a 1968–79 T2-style front end, and big 1972-vintage taillights into the so-called "T1.5" and produced until 1996.
This 'Splittie' was bought in 2020 as running Combi and then subjected to a bare metal, nut and bolt restoration. The body was stripped to bare metal and repaired. A few rusted panels were replaced where needed, however, the body was surprisingly straight and rust free! The complete restoration was done in JHB
As the original motor was a 1200cc which is very under powered, the decision was made to fit a 1500cc engine which was completely refurbished and fitted with the correct transfer box and gearbox. The car was also completely re-wired by Villiersdorp Auto. As part of the rebuild, Safari windows and chrome swage line were fitted. She has the later model wrap around bumpers which finish off the 'car nicely
As with all restorations, the costs have run up at over R600,000 and that where the owner stopped counting! If you buy a car like this, the expression is, "buy the car, and get the restoration for free....!'
She runs beautifully for a girl of her age and causes a stir where ever she goes!
Genuine German made T1's are highly collectible and especially ones in this condition!
Priced at R695,000