73 Vw Volkswagen Bus Transporter Microbus Passenger Van Station Wagen Bay Window on 2040-cars

Unbelievable 1973 Microbus head turner. Over 400 man hours spent on restoration.  Phenomenal one of a kind bus.

 Make it your show car, daily driver, or both!  This is a great opportunity to invest in an iconic piece of history that continues to increase in value every day.

  The many pictures speak for themselves, but if you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask. 

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This 1973Volkswagen Microbus began its restoration with us intact, accident free with only minimal dings and dents, a good running driver,

and with only minimal surface rust.  Only the “common to rust out” battery tray was replaced with new metal.  This bus was a true barn find.  

RESTORATION

Bus was completely disassembled inside and out, down to a shell and power washed.  All parts were inventoried and inspected for functionality and appearance.

  90% of the original German parts were refurbished and reused as opposed to replacing them with a lesser quality aftermarket part usually made in China. 

BODYWORK

                                         Entire bus was sanded.  Any dings or dents were repaired.  Heavy coats of “Fill-Primer” were applied to even out the body, sanded and prepared for paint.

PAINT

This two-toned bus was painted with quality DuPont automotive base coat/clear coat products.   The upper half and bumpers are painted in a metallic red effect black

 or Midnight Mocha.  Bottom half and interior is a stunning metallic burgundy.  Then entire bus was painted with several wet coats of clear.

EXTERIOR

After paint has cured, the body is wet-sanded with 5000 grit sandpaper and machine polished for ultimate shine.  All parts new and refurbished are carefully installed. 

 Every rubber seal and gasket was replaced with new.  Some but not all new parts include; side mirrors, light lenses and housings, door handles, and more. 

 Wheels are aftermarket 17” rims with brand new low profile tires.    

INTERIOR

Side walls in the passenger cargo area have been covered with black leather-like vinyl prior to all glass (with new rubber) being installed.  Ceiling was coated with an automotive

 sound-deadening undercoat then lined with beautiful bamboo and black vinyl slats.  Floor is also coated with undercoating, new plywood installed then covered with high traction

 area black carpet.  Seat stands, rear cargo and side panels are covered with a flexible automotive black carpet.  Dashboard and components were restored and dash painted with

 a special rubberized paint and reassembled.  Stereo is a new Pioneer cd player with aux port and two speakers mounted in the rear seats.  4 new black lap belts in the rear and 2

retractable 3 point seat belts in front.    

UPHOLSTERY

Upholstery was done in house with all new foam and leather-like vinyl.  Featuring perforated and pleated black tops, solid black sides and accenting burgundy piping.  All rear

 seat bottom cushions and cup holder/armrest lift up for access to plentiful storage.   

UNDERCARRAIGE and MECHANICAL

Entire underbody was power washed and completely sealed with automotive rust preventative undercoating.  All mechanical and electrical components removed in disassembly

 are carefully inspected, tested and either repaired or replaced.  Some, but not all, new components include; misc. steering, brake, axle, shifter and suspension components as well as

 throttle, clutch, heater, and brake cables.   So much more work went into the important mechanics of this bus there is too much to list.     

ENGINE and TRANSMISSION

Powered by a 1700cc "pancake" Porsche Boxer motor which was disassembled and refurbished.  Then meticulously reassembled.  New Pict 34 carburetor and air cleaner, sport style exhaust,

 battery and seals, etc.

 For years we have loved rebuilding and restoring old classics and take tremendous pride in our work and finished products.  It gives us remarkable satisfaction to be able to take a

 40 year old relic and put it back on the road to be enjoyed by all for many years to come.

These VW buses are a great investment and the rate at which they are increasing in value is striking.