Air-cooled VW Campers

TYPE 2 (T1) (1950-1967)

The original VW Bus with its two-piece (or ‘split’) front windscreen is loved the world over because, let’s face it, who doesn’t dream of having one of these instantly recognisable classic icons on their driveway?

The first ones appeared in 1950, and those made prior to 1955 were referred to as ‘barndoor’ models due to the huge engine lid at the rear; the charismatic twin opening side doors were another identifying feature of the early T1, a conventional sliding side door only being offered from 1964. By this time a 1500cc engine had