1993 Volkswagen Type 2 Bus

Description

Notice something different about this 1993 Volkswagen Type 2 Bus? Yes, that's a big radiator up front, which is part of the T2c generation never sold in the USA. So while this one has the silhouette you know so well, there are plenty of distinct details inside and out that will make it quite unique in just about every car hangout you visit.

Volkswagens have an interesting history once you get south of our border. Places like Mexico and Brazil loved the designs so much that they kept them in production decades after we did and let them evolve. That's how you get something unexpected like this 1993 model. The windows, wheels, rear hatch, and overall design are absolutely familiar. But a grille up front, a slightly taller roof, and metallic paint set this apart from the older ones. And with this difference comes opportunity. After all, you've seen how popular the market is for these Buses lately. This one is not only quite distinct, but it's also one of the best deals going. So you may want to invest in the paint, panels, or other details that are interchangeable with the rest of the T2 generation. It seems like a smart way to create a very personal build while also staying within budget.

Part of the fun of owning a later foreign Bus like this is identifying the pieces that got updated from the 1960s/70s machines you knew. In here items like the steering wheel, gauge cluster, light buttons, and high-back front bucket seats look like they are shared with the later VW Vanagon. So it feels like a more modern Bus from the driver's seat. You'll even notice an upgraded AM/FM/CD stereo with a flip-up screen, subwoofer, and Bluetooth. The two-tone upholstery of the front continues in the rear where L-shaped seating and a matching side seat make this feel more like a lounge than a van. So while this one is easy to upgrade with any setup you want - including a camper - we kind of already like the distinct and versatile offering in the back.

If there's a radiator up front, then you know there's something different in the rear. It's a 1.8-liter inline-four water-cooled motor. It's still a hardy VW powerplant, and so it fires up and runs with the same gusto as the air-cooled vans. In fact, the fuel injection gives you good consistency. The engine is still found in the rear hatch, but you now also have access to it from a cabin hatch like a T3 van or Squareback sedan. So it makes for good angles on maintenance. Just like the VW Types 2s you know, this is not made for all-out power. Instead, you utilize the four-speed manual transmission to bet a part of the action and get the most out of the powerplant with strategic shifting. A versatile suspension, modern touring tires, and front disc brakes are all there to make sure this VW continues to be ready for cruising.

We love how this van is both different and it leaves room in your budget to make it quite personal. It's a great way to create something truly memorable. Call today!!!