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Beschreibung
The square-shaped VW bus, known as the T3, began selling in 1980, and the first two model years were equipped with a two-liter gasoline engine, an air-cooled boxer with 70 horsepower. These buses can be recognized by the absence of a radiator grille between the turn signal lights in the front. This engine is quite similar to the one that was used in the Porsche 912E and the 914/2.0 in the seventies. It's a very good engine and a sought-after model compared to the later gasoline and diesel engines with water cooling, which were built until 1991.
This bus (or BUS as it says on the rear hatch) later became known as the Caravelle or Transporter for the cargo model. It was registered in November 1981 and was owned by the company Emmaboda Granite AB in Småland for almost 10 years before it was traded in and sold to a private individual in Emmaboda, who owned it for 20 years until 2010. Afterward, it has been a collector's car in Nybro and with the current owner in Uddevalla.
The car is unusually well-preserved. Previously repainted in the original color on the sides below the waistline. Original paint on the top and on the rear hatch and front. No visible damage or rust attacks, and it's in great condition underneath as well. Untouched original interior, with rubber mats and faux leather upholstery in good condition without any significant issues. It gives a well-maintained overall impression that matches the mileage of 170 000 kilometers (the odometer resets at 100 000 kilometers, which is why it shows 70 000 kilometers now).
The car is available for viewing at Fahlkes VW workshop in Åmål. For questions or test drives, please call: 004676102206.
This bus (or BUS as it says on the rear hatch) later became known as the Caravelle or Transporter for the cargo model. It was registered in November 1981 and was owned by the company Emmaboda Granite AB in Småland for almost 10 years before it was traded in and sold to a private individual in Emmaboda, who owned it for 20 years until 2010. Afterward, it has been a collector's car in Nybro and with the current owner in Uddevalla.
The car is unusually well-preserved. Previously repainted in the original color on the sides below the waistline. Original paint on the top and on the rear hatch and front. No visible damage or rust attacks, and it's in great condition underneath as well. Untouched original interior, with rubber mats and faux leather upholstery in good condition without any significant issues. It gives a well-maintained overall impression that matches the mileage of 170 000 kilometers (the odometer resets at 100 000 kilometers, which is why it shows 70 000 kilometers now).
The car is available for viewing at Fahlkes VW workshop in Åmål. For questions or test drives, please call: 004676102206.
Kostenlose Historie (28)
Teknische Daten
Baujahr/Modelljahr
1982/1982
Erstzulassung
1981-11-26
Abgelesener Tachostand (km)
174639 km
Kennzeichen
GHC796
Fahrgestellnummer
ZZZ25ZCH041568
Kw / PS
51 / 69
Kraftstoff
Petrol
Getriebe
Manual
Innenausstattung/Polster
Farbe
Green
Beurteilung Fahrzeugzustand
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Zustand technisch
The car starts easily and runs very smooth. Good engine power, smooth gear shifts, and no vibrations or unusual noises. The car has been thoroughly inspected and serviced in the spring of 2022. It was then inspected at the vehicle inspection station at 173 000 kilometers. Afterward, the car has only been driven for a little over 1000 kilometers during the summer. Service and inspection documents are included (see pictures).
It comes equipped with winter tires without studs, with good tread on the original rims. There is no additional set of wheels included. -
Zustand Interieur
It's evident that the car has only traveled 170 000 kilometers. There are only traces of normal use, and nothing that needs attention. The headliner and door panels are in excellent condition. However, there are some holes from previous equipment on the dashboard, and the speakers are a bit loose in the doors. The plastic button for folding the small part of the rear center seat is missing, but the arm is still there, so it functions anyway. The original carpet in the trunk is lightly soiled.
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Zustand Exterieur
Straight and clean body without any noticeable repairs or touch-ups. Lovely early 1980s color. The rear bumper has been removed as a new one has been ordered (which had not arrived at the time of the photos). A galvanized towbar is attached to the rear bumper mounts, and the bumper will be mounted over it before delivery.
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Zustand gesamt
A pleasant and practical collector's car in unusually good condition for the model.
Fahrzeugangeben vom Kraftfahrzeugbundesamt
Fordonsstatus: Avst 2022-11-29
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1981-11-26 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1982-01-08
Senast godkända besiktning: 2022-04-04
Besiktigad tom: 2024-04-30
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 8
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1981-11-26 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1982-01-08
Senast godkända besiktning: 2022-04-04
Besiktigad tom: 2024-04-30
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 8
Fakten zum Modell
Volkswagen's bus model, known as Typ 2, was introduced in 1950. (Typ 1 was the designation for the Beetle). The first version of Typ 2 is called T1 ("Transporter Eins"), and it's the model with a split front windshield, produced until 1968. The successor, T2, with a larger driver's cabin and a curved front windshield, is sometimes referred to as the "Bay-window" and was manufactured until 1980. The next generation is the one being sold now, designated as T3. This model, also known as the "square-window bus," was introduced in 1980.
T3 continues the concept of having an air-cooled boxer engine at the rear and the driver's seat up front, providing spacious interior space. The square-shaped buses have a distinctive early 80s design, and the most significant change, aside from the appearance, was the focus on crash safety. Volkswagen put a lot of effort into making the car crash-resistant, with a body so rigid that it can withstand a collision at 50 km/h while keeping the driver's compartment intact. It even achieved better crash safety than a Swedish boxy car, the Volvo 760, which was introduced around the same time (feel free to search for "Volkswagen T3 unfallsicherheit" if you want to learn more).
The T3 bus was so well-engineered and robust in its construction that Porsche built a version in the mid-1980s called the R32, featuring the same engine (3.6 liters and 231 hp), gearbox, and brakes as the Porsche 911 Carrera. Today, these T3 buses cost more than their equivalent 911s from the same era. The fact that this is the last air-cooled Volks
T3 continues the concept of having an air-cooled boxer engine at the rear and the driver's seat up front, providing spacious interior space. The square-shaped buses have a distinctive early 80s design, and the most significant change, aside from the appearance, was the focus on crash safety. Volkswagen put a lot of effort into making the car crash-resistant, with a body so rigid that it can withstand a collision at 50 km/h while keeping the driver's compartment intact. It even achieved better crash safety than a Swedish boxy car, the Volvo 760, which was introduced around the same time (feel free to search for "Volkswagen T3 unfallsicherheit" if you want to learn more).
The T3 bus was so well-engineered and robust in its construction that Porsche built a version in the mid-1980s called the R32, featuring the same engine (3.6 liters and 231 hp), gearbox, and brakes as the Porsche 911 Carrera. Today, these T3 buses cost more than their equivalent 911s from the same era. The fact that this is the last air-cooled Volks
Lagerort und Info zur Besichtigung
Location: Åmål
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Mathias Casserlund
mathias.casserlund@bilwebauctions.se
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Mathias Casserlund
mathias.casserlund@bilwebauctions.se
Abholung
Collection must take place before: 2024-02-08.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
Auktionsinfo
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