1968 Volkswagen Kombi Transporter - Two-Tone Blue and White - 66,685 Miles - Custom Interior, Air-Cooled 1.6L, Right-Hand Drive
Price Guide: $18,000 - $26,000
1968 Volkswagen Kombi Transporter, 1.6-litre air-cooled horizontally opposed four-cylinder, 3-speed manual, rear-wheel drive, right-hand drive, 66,685 miles, blue and white.
Description
The 1968 VW Kombi sits in the Bay Window era, post the split-screen design change, and represents one of the most usable and enjoyable classic Kombis to own. The T2 Bay Window is a more practical daily, with better forward visibility, a stronger body structure, and the same reliable air-cooled drivetrain that made these vans famous. This example in its two-tone blue and white livery is a genuine right-hand drive, Australian-market specification vehicle, with the original engine number AS287489 confirmed against the chassis number 218064417. It shows just 66,685 miles on the odometer, which is a genuinely low figure for a 56-year-old working van.
The exterior presents in honest driver condition. The body colour reads as a turquoise or seafoam green on the lower sections (described as blue) with a white upper half, and the two-tone split is clean and consistent. The roof rack with timber slat deck is a period-appropriate addition and adds to the practical classic aesthetic. Whitewall tyres on white steel wheels with period VW chrome hubcaps complete the look, with Nankang replacement tyres currently fitted. The interior has been fully customised by a previous owner, with a plywood bench and bed platform upholstered in matching turquoise vinyl, integrated speakers, modern wood-look vinyl plank flooring, and a Pioneer CD head unit in the dash. An aftermarket wood-rim steering wheel replaces the original, and a modern tablet mount has been added. The engine bay carries an upgraded Bosch GT40 red-cap distributor and what appears to be a replacement carburettor, suggesting the running gear has received some attention. The 1.6-litre air-cooled flat four is straightforward to maintain and parts remain widely available.
Classic Kombis in driver condition with custom interiors are popular with buyers who want to use them, not just display them. Comparable 1968 Bay Window Kombis in similar presentable driver condition are trading in the $18,000 to $28,000 range in Australia, with well-presented and modified examples at the upper end of that bracket. This one presents as a usable, characterful classic ready for road trips, markets, and weekends.
Features
* 1.6-litre air-cooled horizontally opposed four-cylinder petrol engine
* Upgraded Bosch GT40 distributor fitted
* Replacement carburettor fitted (cleaner than surrounding components)
* 3-speed manual transmission
* Rear-wheel drive, right-hand drive
* Original engine number AS287489 (verified against chassis 218064417)
* Two-tone blue/turquoise and white exterior finish
* Whitewall tyres (Nankang) on white steel wheels with period VW chrome hubcaps
* Roof rack with timber slat deck
* Full custom interior conversion: plywood bench/bed platform with matching turquoise vinyl
* Integrated speakers in custom bench unit
* Modern wood-look vinyl plank flooring throughout cargo area
* Pioneer CD head unit installed
* Aftermarket wood-rim steering wheel
* Modern tablet mount on dashboard
* Matching turquoise and white upholstery coordinates with exterior
* Owner's manual included (vendor advises)
* Sold unregistered
Condition Notes
* Engine bay in used, patinated condition with modified ignition and non-original distributor; some surface rust visible on engine lid lip
* Lower rocker/sill areas show darkening consistent with road grime; physical
* Interior is a full custom conversion, not factory-original; all original seating and cargo configuration has been replaced
* Dashboard area shows some surface rust/wear on firewall; shifter boot worn at floor penetration point
* Sold unregistered, as-is where-is
Specifications
Year: 1968
Make/Model: Volkswagen Kombi Transporter
Body: Van
Engine: 1.6L air-cooled horizontally opposed four-cylinder petrol
Transmission: Manual (3-speed)
Drive: Rear wheel drive
Odometer: 66,685 miles
Colour: Blue and White
Seats: 5 (custom conversion fitted)
Steering: Right-hand drive
Engine Number: AS287489
Location: 148 Main Street, Beverley SA
Chassis No: 218064417
If you have any questions relating to this vehicle, or if you would like to arrange a physical or virtual inspection, please contact Hayden directly on 0427 133 962
Sold unregistered
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Location of item: 148 Main Street, Beverley, SA, Australia
** This vendor is not registered for GST - therefore GST is not applicable on this asset **
As Standard Auction Practice all Vehicles are Sold Unregistered
As with all vehicles sold in the Classic Car Division, they have been well looked after by their previous owners. This is an Auction Sale. This asset is sold under standard auction conditions, as is, where is. High volumes of incoming product prevent our team from being able to inspect all items individually. All photos, descriptions, odometer readings, hour readings, engine specifications and any condition reports should be used as a guide only and have been compiled after speaking with the owners. To find out more about this lot or to book a live video inspection please contact the Auctioneer Contact which can be found on the Auction Details page. There is no statutory warranty & no cooling off period.
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