1962 Volkswagen

⭕ THE SALE

This 1962 Volkswagen Type 2 T1 Campervan Split Screen is currently in a 2-week auction on our website. This is our guide price, i.e. what we think the car is worth in the current market, however, the reserve will be lower. You can read much more about the car, see of hundreds of detailed photos and videos of it, and ask the seller any questions on our website: we can't add links on this platform, so please search for "Trade Classics" on Google.

⭕ VEHICLE SUMMARY

An icon of freedom and adventure, the VW Type 2 T1 Split Screen camper captures the spirit of the open road with its timeless design and undeniable charm.

The 1962 Volkswagen Type 2 T1 Campervan Split Screen, often affectionately called the "Splitty," has a rich history that cements its place as one of the most iconic vehicles of the 20th century.

Originally derived from the VW Type 2 Transporter, which debuted in 1950, the Split Screen was Volkswagen’s answer to the growing demand for practical, multi-purpose vehicles. A simple yet ingenious design, with a rear-mounted air-cooled engine and forward control layout, offered excellent interior space and flexibility.

By the early 1960s, the Split Screen had become a global phenomenon, embraced not only as a dependable workhorse for tradespeople and businesses but also as a lifestyle vehicle for families and adventurers.

This example comes from a ~6 and a half year ownership and has a restored engine fitted that was completed Harry Harpics VW specialists in 2021. The camper is finished with an American retro exhaust, is currently dry stored in a local garage and has been lowered with suspension works completed in its current ownership. The Type 2 would be excellent with a little attention to its bodywork but runs and drives beautifully, as well as still looking really smart out on the road.

The Type 2 also became a cultural symbol during the 1960s and ’70s, tied closely to the hippie movement, surf culture, and the ethos of freedom and exploration. Today, examples like these are prized for their nostalgic charm, historical significance, and enduring appeal as rolling pieces of history.

Take a look over this charming VW, all set for plenty of adventures.

⭕ VEHICLE DETAIL

We've written a longer and more detailed description of this vehicle on our website, which will answer all of your burning questions. To see the car on our site then just search for us, Trade Classics, on Google.

⭕ BEFORE YOU CALL US

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⭕ ABOUT US

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