Summary

Originally manufactured in 1972 by Volkswagen Brazil. Powered by a 1,600cc 4-cylinder engine mated to a rebuilt 4-speed manual Freeway Flyer transmission. Complete with a sliding ragtop sunroof, two luggage racks and a ladder.

Details

This 1972 Volkswagen 23-window microbus re-creation was manufactured in 1972 by Volkswagen in Brazil. It has been converted and customized from an original 15-window vehicle to a 23-window Samba microbus. This microbus is powered by a 1,600cc air-cooled 4-cylinder engine that has been rebuilt to factory specifications, with a single carburetor and an electronic ignition system. The engine is mated to a rebuilt Freeway Flyer 4-speed manual transmission. This vehicle features the original front and rear suspension with redone rear drum brakes. It is painted in two-tone Turquoise and Cream, with a sliding ragtop sunroof, two luggage racks and a ladder. The speedometer was restored in the original style, with an added LED light. This vehicle features Angel Eye headlights and a complete set of trim from the luxury model, including on the side and below the doors. Its new custom interior is finished in in Turquoise and Cream to match the exterior and has a 5-passenger L-shaped sofa built with a convertible bed in vegan leather. This vehicle also has a built-in TV that can be connected to WiFi or cellular connection and a laminated wood floor with LED lights. It rides on 4x5.5-inch original wheels with chrome dome hubcaps and new radial tires.