1971 Volkswagen Westfalia Type 2 Camper Bus

1,600cc H4 | Interior Kitchen | Pop-Top Roof

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LOT #

250840163

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Vehicle Price$59,800
Pre-Delivery Service Charge$1,299
Total Price$61,099
Advertised price includes the $1,299 Pre-Delivery Service Charge. Price does not include taxes, tag, registration, or other mandatory government charges.
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Make:
Model:
VIN:
2212065441
Lot Number:
250840163
Odometer:
5,480
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
1,600cc H4
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Sierra Yellow/Pastel White
Interior Color:
Brown
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Florida
  • 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 Westfalia Camper Bus
  • 1,600cc H4
  • Solex Single-Barrel Carburetor
  • 4-Speed Manual
  • RWD
  • Sierra Yellow/Pastel White Exterior
  • Brown Interior
  • Interior Kitchen
  • Pop-Top Roof
  • Fold-Down Rear Bench/Bed
  • Electrical Hook-Up & 110V Outlets
  • Curtains & Privacy Coverings
  • Small Cooling Fan
  • No A/C

Overview of 1971 Volkswagen Westfalia Type 2 Camper Bus For Sale by Owner

There are rare moments in automotive history when an entire brand speaks with one unified voice. For Volkswagen in the 1970s, that voice carried a message of peace, love, and freedom—values that came to define the era just as much as the cars themselves. From the Beetle to the Bus, VW’s lineup wasn’t just transportation; it was a rolling symbol of optimism and counterculture spirit. Fast forward to today, and that ethos lives on in this 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 Westfalia Van. With a reported 5,480 miles on the clock, this beautifully preserved German classic isn’t simply a vehicle—it’s a time capsule. Its cheerful presence invites you to shut down the weekday grind and embrace a slower, more meaningful pace of life. Whether it’s a long drive along coastal highways or a weekend escape under the stars, this Transporter is a reminder that journeys aren’t just about reaching destinations—they’re about enjoying the ride, in true Volkswagen fashion.

Exterior and Interior

The mere mention of a classic Volkswagen sparks a colorful image filled with creativity and the will to travel. This 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 Westfalia Van features just that through a two-tone gold and white exterior. A walk around this classic beauty, and you would find a factory-clean exterior, and you instantly wonder how this decades-old classic still retains its natural beauty, if you are the current owner, reports a complete restoration in place. Adding to its factory appeal is a set of period-correct wheels with Volkswagen hubcaps. Yes, the exterior is charming and makes you want to stand back in awe, but stepping into the brown interior makes you want to stay and never leave. Up front, you have the bare essentials to ensure smiles per gallon and make yourself to the rear of this classic van, and you would find a kitchen to cook up some tasty treats and space to sleep and accommodate while having your chosen picturesque background as entertainment.

Engine

A house on wheels requires a powertrain that's capable of churning out performance that's reliable and ever ready to be on the move. Make your way to the rear of this 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 Westfalia Van, and what you will find is an air-cooled 1.6L flat four motor capable of clocking in the miles with confidence and a whole lot of personality. In true classic Volkswagen fashion, this machine channels all its performance to its rear wheels through a 4-speed manual transmission, giving you complete control and better gearing when the going gets tough.

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Passenger side photo of 1978 Volkswagen Westfalia

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Current Ask
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The Volkswagen Westfalia is a camper conversion done to the popular Volkswagen Type 2 microbus by Westfalia of Germany. Westfalia was the official camper conversion partner of Volkswagen from the early 1950s all the way up to 2003. That’s why if you’re an outdoorsy type with a fondness for classic vehicles, you should consider purchasing this Florida-based 1978 Volkswagen Westfalia. The van comes with all maintenance reportedly up to date for more peace of mind when exploring.

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Passenger side photo of 1976 Volkswagen Westfalia

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Current Ask
SOLD

The Volkswagen Type 2, or T2 was the second-generation of the German automaker’s highly successful and much-loved Transporter, Kombi or Microbus. Produced from November 1949 and still in production as the sixth-generation Volkswagen Transporter, this iconic vehicle had a major role in the preferred transportation of the young, wild, and free. Camper conversions were a natural extension for this relatively compact vehicle that was reasonably spacious on the inside, and many manufacturers offered their take on it. One of those was Westfalia-Werke, who were officially contracted by Volkswagen to make the Volkswagen-Westfalia series of campers. What we’ve got here is a 1976 Volkswagen Westfalia Camper Van from Idaho with 76,000 miles on the clock, an ideal vehicle if you love the great outdoors and yearn to traverse it in a cult classic. It’s reportedly been recently refreshed and tuned up, with the current seller having invested over ten grand in it after purchase to keep it in tip-top shape. Some documentation is available too.

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Passenger side photo of 1971 Volkswagen Westfalia

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Current Ask
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