1975 Volkswagen Type 2 23-Window Conversion Split-Window Bus

This 1975 Volkswagen Type 2 is a Brazilian-built example that underwent a 23-window conversion before being acquired by the seller in Arizona four years ago. Finished in red and white over white and gray vinyl upholstery, the van is powered by a dual-port 1.6L flat-four with a Garrett turbocharger, a Subaru-sourced intercooler, and dual Weber 34 ICT carburetors. Additional equipment includes a four-speed manual transaxle and a custom exhaust system along with a sliding fabric sunroof, a ladder, dual roof racks, safari-style front windows, 14″ steel wheels, window curtains, a removable table, and a Custom Autosound stereo with a Kicker amplifier and JL Audio subwoofer. An inspection and compression test were performed in preparation for the sale. This modified Type 2 is now offered on dealer consignment with recent service records and a clean Arizona title. The van was repainted red and white under prior ownership following a 23-window conversion that involved rust and body repair. Equipment includes dual roof baskets with wood slats as well as a side ladder, a sliding fabric sunroof, eight safari windows, pop-out windshields, white-painted bumpers, chrome vent trim, dual side mirrors, and headlight and taillight guards. The selling dealer notes paint cracking. Painted 14″ steel wheels wear chrome VW-branded hubcaps and are wrapped in whitewall tires. A matching spare wheel with a Goodyear tire is housed in the rear cargo area. KYB Excel-G shocks are fitted, and braking is handled by four-wheel drums. The cabin has been reupholstered in white and gray vinyl and features replacement loop carpets up front along with a rubber floor liner out back. A Custom Autosound stereo with a Kicker amplifier and JL Audio subwoofer is installed, and additional amenities include lap belts, sliding front windows, a fire extinguisher, and a mesh basket that is affixed to the dashboard. The two-spoke steering wheel is finished in white and shows cracks. ISP West instrumentation includes a dash-mounted 120-mph speedometer and 8k-rpm tachometer along with a trio of overhead gauges featuring readouts for oil pressure, oil temperature, and voltage. A digital boost gauge is mounted below the dash. The six-digit mechanical odometer shows 209 miles, and total mileage is unknown. Dual swing-out doors open to reveal a rear passenger compartment that features red and white plaid window curtains and two rows of bench seating upholstered in white and gray vinyl. A 24×18″ removable table is included in the sale and is shown installed in place of the second-row bench in the gallery. The replacement dual-port 1.6L flat-four is fitted with a Garrett GT 2256V turbocharger as well as dual Weber 34 ICT carburetors. Additional equipment includes a Subaru WRX STi-sourced intercooler with dual 7″ electric fans in addition to an electric Holley fuel pump with a boost reference fuel regulator, a 75-amp alternator, a Bosch ignition coil, and a custom exhaust system. An inspection and compression test were performed in anticipation of the sale. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a replacement four-speed manual transaxle that is said to have been rebuilt with a replacement clutch assembly, a 0.81:1 fourth gear, and a 3.88:1 final drive ratio. The Arizona title lists “Exempt” under the Odometer Reading heading.