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1971 Volkswagen Type 2 Kombi 23-Window Conversion

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1971 Volkswagen Type 2 Kombi 23-Window Conversion

This 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 Kombi is a Brazilian-market example that received a 23-window conversion as part of a refurbishment by USA Custom Bus of Pompano Beach, Florida, in 2022. It is finished in blue and white over gray and beige vinyl upholstery, and it is powered by a 1.6L air-cooled flat-four paired with a four-speed manual transaxle. Additional details include steel wheels, whitewall tires, a single downdraft carburetor, electronic ignition, an alternator charging system, a roof rack, a sliding fabric sunroof, eight skylight windows, safari-style windshields, an L-shaped bench seat, a television, and an aftermarket touchscreen head unit. This Type 2 Kombi is now offered on behalf of the current owner, who acquired it in 2023, with a clean Indiana title in the current owner’s name.

1971 Volkswagen Type 2 Kombi 23-Window Conversion

The body received a 23-window conversion and a repaint in blue and white as part of the aforementioned refurbishment. Exterior details include a roof rack, a sliding fabric sunroof, eight skylight windows, safari-style windshields, deluxe-style trim, “fried egg” front turn indicators, LED headlights, dual side-view mirrors, and overrider bumpers. Exterior blemishes including cracked bodywork and corrosion are shown in up-close images in the gallery below.

1971 Volkswagen Type 2 Kombi 23-Window Conversion

The steel wheels wear chrome VW-stamped hubcaps and are mounted with whitewall tires, and a full-size spare is housed in the rear cargo area.

1971 Volkswagen Type 2 Kombi 23-Window Conversion

The forward cabin’s bench seat is trimmed in gray and beige vinyl and is joined by matching door and side panels. Interior elements include a parcel shelf, sliding side windows, an aftermarket shifter, and an aftermarket touchscreen head unit.

1971 Volkswagen Type 2 Kombi 23-Window Conversion

Instrumentation includes a fuel level gauge and a 120-km/h speedometer that shows 534 kilometers (~332 miles) on its inset five-digit mechanical odometer. True mileage is unknown.

1971 Volkswagen Type 2 Kombi 23-Window Conversion

Dual swing-out side doors on the right provide access to a rear cabin, which is trimmed in matching upholstery and has been fitted with an L-shaped bench seat, lap belts, a flat-screen TV, and privacy curtains.

1971 Volkswagen Type 2 Kombi 23-Window Conversion

The replacement single-port 1.6L air-cooled flat-four is equipped with a single downdraft carburetor, electronic ignition, and an alternator charging system.

1971 Volkswagen Type 2 Kombi 23-Window Conversion

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transaxle that has reportedly been overhauled.

The VIN listed on the Indiana title is preceded by “BH”.

Filed under: vw

Auction Result

High Bid USD $15,500 (Reserve Not Met)
Auction Ended June 14, 2025 at 10:45AM PT
Bids 5
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BaT Essentials

Seller: chrishmorris
Location: Valparaiso, Indiana 46383
Listing Details
  • Chassis: BH231634
  • 534 Kilometers (~332 Miles) Shown, TMU
  • 1.6L Air-Cooled Flat-Four
  • Four-Speed Manual Transaxle
  • Blue & White Paint
  • 23-Window Conversion
  • Gray & Beige Vinyl Upholstery
  • Steel Wheels w/VW-Stamped Hubcaps
  • L-Shaped Rear Bench Seat
  • Television & Touchscreen Head Unit
  • Sliding Fabric Sunroof
  • Eight Skylight Windows
  • Safari-Style Windshields
  • Deluxe-Style Trim
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #196126


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