FOR SALE
We are sadly selling our beloved Dove Blue 1964 VW splitscreen panel van, known affectionately to us as ‘Bob’ the blue bus. He is a rare double door panel van with approximately 83,000 miles on the clock. He was originally made for the Australian market and was imported in to the UK in June 2011. The Australian telltale signature in design are the rear engine vents above the swage line. This was to keep the sand and dirt from getting dragged into the engine bay and is we believe unique to the Australian splits. He also has rare double doors on both the near side and drivers side to access the ‘living area’ which you don’t see often at all. Most importantly, for the UK roads, is that he is right hand drive (RHD).
He was first registered in the UK on 15/06/2011. He then underwent a full bare metal restoration in 2010/2011. The following mechanical works were also completed at/around this time by the previous owner;
- VW Heritage 1641cc engine including twin webers carburettors
- Freeway Flyer Gearbox + new clutch - RANCHO
- Rear IRS kit - CREATIVE ENGINEERING
- Front Wishbone Suspension - RED 9 DESIGN
- Front Brake Discs - RED 9 DESIGN
- Gear shifter – GENE BERG
- Front Safaris – CREATIVE ENGINEERING
- Extra gauge dials for ENGINE RPM/OIL PRESSURE/OIL TEMP
- Re-trimmed front seats
- Alloy wheels
Since owning Bob (2017) we have added the following;
- Leisure battery/Electrical hook-up/ internal electrical sockets
- Interior lighting
- Rock and roll bed powder coated in Dove Blue & trimmed in black leather to match the front seats
- Storage unit behind bulkhead (detachable)
- Full engine rebuild
Tax/MOT exempt. Fully roadworthy and serviced to match use. He is currently kept in a dehumidified garage and only taken out on the sunniest of days. He is in great condition considering his age. We have loved having him in our lives and shared some amazing adventures however our family has now grown and we need more space. He starts every time!
No time wasters please. Only serious offers will be considered.
If interested we also have two sets of cargo doors (inc windows), original van wheels & chrome VW hub caps, as well as various engine parts, which we would be happy to sell in addition. Happy to send over photos if required.
‘Bob’ runs and drives well and has made many trouble free journeys whilst being in our family. Everything works!
He does have some age related blemishes as you might expect for a 1964 vehicle, but he has to be seen to be admired. There is one area of paint that possibly needs attention, but he’s had this ‘scar’ ever since we have owned him and it’s not change a bit.
If you are interested please call 0-7-7-9-5-1-1-6-1-1-8 to chat. A full video can be shared.
We reserve the right to pull ‘Bob’ from the auction, as he is also listed elsewhere and once sold, he’s sold.
Payment can be cleared cash transfer or cash.
Good luck.