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1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia Camper

New Howling Moon Awning | New Cylinder Rods and Bearings  | New Pop Up Tent

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VIN:
WV2ZA025XBH150748
Lot Number:
250332033
Odometer:
155,229
(Exempt / TMU)
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2.0L I4
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RWD
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Exterior Color:
Cream Yellow
Interior Color:
Brown
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Vehicle Location:
Cupertino
California
  • 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia Camper
  • 2.0L I4
  • 4-Speed Manual
  • Cream Yellow Exterior Paint
  • Brown Interior
  • Pop-Top Roof
  • New Transmission
  • Blower Motor Replacement
  • New Tires
  • New Pop Up Tent
  • New Cylinder Rod and Bearings
  • New CV Boots
  • New Howling Moon Awning with Sides and Front
  • New Headlights
  • New Radio and Speakers
  • New Interior Charge Ports
  • New Front Windshield and Window Seals
  • New Exterior Utility Ports for Water and Electricity
  • New Reverse and Brake Lights
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Background Story of this 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon

Overview of 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon For Sale by Owner

The 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Camper is a nostalgic nod to a generation that valued freedom, exploration, and life on the road. Finished in a charming cream yellow with a cozy brown interior, this classic camper van has been thoughtfully updated with a host of recent improvements to keep the spirit of adventure alive. With its 2.0L inline-four engine and automatic transmission, it’s as practical as it is iconic. Whether you're chasing sunsets down the coast or setting up camp in the woods, this Vanagon is more than ready.

Exterior and Interior

This Vanagon’s cream yellow paint gives it a warm, vintage vibe that’s hard to resist. On the roof, the iconic Westfalia logo remains proudly visible, a symbol of its authentic camper heritage. The vehicle rides on original-looking steel wheels with hubcaps, staying true to its factory aesthetic while maintaining functionality. Recent exterior upgrades include a new pop-up tent for extended camping convenience, a Howling Moon awning with side and front panels, and new exterior utility ports for water and electricity. Additional updates include a new front windshield and window seals, fresh reverse and brake lights, new CV boots, new headlights, and a set of brand-new tires. Inside, the brown cabin retains its vintage charm and includes seating, a table, and a convertible bed. It benefits from a series of thoughtful enhancements too. A new radio and speaker system modernize the soundscape, while updated interior charge ports offer convenience on the go. The living space remains functional and inviting, a perfect retreat after a day of travel. The pop-up tent allows for extra sleeping room or ventilation, adding to the camper’s practicality.

Engine

Powering this classic is a 2.0L flat-four engine paired with a 4-speed manual transmission, delivering a relaxed and steady driving experience. The current owner reports a new transmission, a replacement blower motor, and new cylinder rod and bearings—all key improvements to ensure mechanical longevity. With 155,000 miles on the odometer, this Vanagon has been well-loved and well-maintained, with recent work that prepares it for many miles ahead.

  • 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia Camper
  • 2.0L I4
  • 4-Speed Manual
  • Cream Yellow Exterior Paint
  • Brown Interior
  • Pop-Top Roof
  • New Transmission
  • Blower Motor Replacement
  • New Tires
  • New Pop Up Tent
  • New Cylinder Rod and Bearings
  • New CV Boots
  • New Howling Moon Awning with Sides and Front
  • New Headlights
  • New Radio and Speakers
  • New Interior Charge Ports
  • New Front Windshield and Window Seals
  • New Exterior Utility Ports for Water and Electricity
  • New Reverse and Brake Lights

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1989 Volkswagen Vanagon GL Westfalia Camper

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PENDING SALE
$27,499
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Do you love camping, but prefer to take your home with you? Yes, we know that sounds like a turtle but the automotive equivalent is a camper. You can find campers that can be towed behind your regular vehicle, as well as those which can be driven in their own right. They can even stretch into the length and width of a full-grown bus, and offer you a five-star hotel-esque experience (minus the staff, unless you’ve got those as well). But what if you want something a bit more compact? Something easy to drive and park, something that won’t break the bank, something that won’t be a pain to turn around in case you need to? In that case, this 1989 Volkswagen Vanagon Camper from Lakewood is an ideal candidate. Based on the hugely popular Volkswagen T2 Transporter series, it’s no surprise that it makes for an excellent camper. You’ve got plenty of conveniences and features that you wouldn’t expect to fit in a vehicle of this size. Plus, its 215,255 miles show that it’s quite an enjoyable thing to behold! If you find the mileage daunting, don’t. These vehicles are built to last decades, and they’re superbly easy to repair and maintain too – you’ll be amazed at how little is taken from your wallet!

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1989 Volkswagen Vanagon Carat

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$21,500
SOLD

Volkswagen’s popular Type 2 microbus is the third generation of the Volkswagen Transporter series. Running between 1979 and 2002, it marked the final era of the rear-engined brigade of this type from Volkswagen. Hence, one can find air-cooled engine examples, as well as water-cooled engine variants, and even diesel engines! Today, we have a Carat Trim Package-equipped 1989 Volkswagen Vanagon Carat for sale from Tillamook, Oregon. This water-cooled machine comes with a low 27,332 miles on the clock and has received a re-upholstered interior to make it feel even better to ride in. Interested? Call or DM us soon, and we can have the keys placed in your hand within a jiffy!

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1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia Camper

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$21,999
SOLD

The 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Camper is a nostalgic nod to a generation that valued freedom, exploration, and life on the road. Finished in a charming cream yellow with a cozy brown interior, this classic camper van has been thoughtfully updated with a host of recent improvements to keep the spirit of adventure alive. With its 2.0L inline-four engine and automatic transmission, it’s as practical as it is iconic. Whether you're chasing sunsets down the coast or setting up camp in the woods, this Vanagon is more than ready.

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2003 Volkswagen EuroVan MV

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$24,999

Purists best remember the Volkswagen Transporter as the Type 2 microbus or kombi. But Volkswagen has made several generations since then. The T4 or fourth generation was produced between 1995 and 2004, and of course, camper variants were popular too. That’s what we have here for grabs in Laguna Beach, California, a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter T4 EuroVan with 188,000 miles on the clock. This fine camper van comes with a pop-up top, the owner’s manual and a smooth six-cylinder engine driving its rear wheels. So if you’re a fan of road trips where you take your house with you, this van is the ideal companion.

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1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$24,999

The 70s were all about peace, love, and good times. One manufacturer who perfectly captured the times through mechanical symphony was none other than Volkswagen. A quick trip down memory lane and the range of machines leaving factory floors, which included the legendary Beetle and Karmann ghia gave its custodians the chance to explore peace and love with every drive out. Present today is the latter, and a great example of it as well. Hailing from Casper, Wyoming, this 1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is a machine far from the expensive classic-car life portrayed; it is simple motoring that provides smiles per gallon and looks great doing so.

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1975 Volkswagen Type 2 23-Window Restomod

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$79,999

This 1975 Volkswagen Type 2 23-window Samba Deluxe Transporter represents a highly customized interpretation of the iconic microbus, combining classic design language with modern comfort and entertainment-oriented enhancements. Configured in a 23-window Samba-style layout and imported from Brazil, this example reflects the extended global production legacy of the Type 2 platform. With approximately 13,048 miles shown since conversion, rear-wheel drive, and adjustable suspension, this vehicle is positioned primarily as a lifestyle-oriented cruiser rather than a utility-focused transporter.

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1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Concours Restomod LS3

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$69,000

One of General Motors’ most successful and popular A-body midsize cars, the Chevy Chevelle ran between 1963 and 1977, across three generations. It was offered in sedan, station wagon, coupe, convertible, hardtop and coupe utility forms. Back in the day, it was the default choice for many families who wanted clean, reliable and easy motoring, especially when you choose a station wagon. Now, some of these classics have become restomods, like this 1,242-mile 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Concours Restomod LS3 from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This spacious station wagon packs a 6.2-liter LS3 V8, an aftermarket sound system, a reupholstered leather interior and more goodies to make it sweeter on every drive. The car has reportedly been refreshed by Luce Customs.

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1987 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$32,990

The 1987 Ford Mustang GT Convertible represents the height of the Fox-body 5.0 era, a time when affordable American V8 performance dominated the streets and the “5.0” badge became a cultural icon. The 1987 refresh brought updated aero styling and improved cylinder heads, helping the High Output 302 earn its legendary reputation. This example shows over 104,000 miles and comes accompanied by a Marti Report, offering documented authenticity and production details that serious collectors appreciate. Finished in Oxford White over a striking Scarlet Red interior and paired with a 5-speed manual, this convertible captures the pure, analog driving experience that defined late-1980s muscle, delivering the unmistakable look, sound, and feel that made these cars instant classics.

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1965 Ford Mustang Convertible

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$49,999

Nothing beats the experience of cruising around town in a classic first-generation Ford Mustang Convertible. Imagine what buyers must have felt like back then? Ford’s hit pony car was literally flying off the showroom floors. For the first full production year, 1965, Ford sold over half a million! This 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible is one of them, and it’s now available to purchase in Jacksonville, Florida. With just under 40,000 miles, this pony packs a nice 302 under the hood, paired with power steering and a front disc brake conversion for better stopping prowess.

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