1978 VW CAMPER FROM SOUTH AFRICA, NOW UK REGISTERED For Sale

A rare Brazilian Crossover baywindow transporter from South Africa.

Only three owners through its life. Stored for over 9 years. It was then found and used as a private school bus. A Rare Edition.

Ideal for special occasions like weddings or even more so can be transformed into a personalised camper to your own standards and design.

Coming from a dry climate, the body is in good condition.
The engine has been upgraded to a 1640cc, new conrods and bearings, new barrel and pistons, cylinder heads completely refurbished with new valves and guides, new oil pump, new carburetor, new distributor cap rotor and spark plug leads.
Complete new clutch kit, including thrust bearing fitted.
Has a standard 4-speed gearbox that needs attention; syncro on second gear needs replacing.
Brakes have also been stripped, brake shoes and wheel cylinders have been serviced and overhauled.
New headlights and chrome surrounds fitted, including new indicator lenses and taillights. New windscreen.
New tyres all round.

The interior has been completely refurbished, including roof lining, seats and carpets.

THE VEHICLE IS NOW UK-REGISTERED WITH A YEAR'S MOT.
Still have the original South African Logbook.

If you would like to find out more about this vehicle, please contact me.
Mobile: the details below
Office: the details below

More photographs available on request.

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