1959 Vw Single Cab Transporter , Fresh Stock Restoration on 2040-cars

1959 VW Single Cab Transporter For Sale

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This 1959 model Single Cab Transporter has received a fresh restoration to very stock and original
specs. The truck came out of Texas originally and was reportedly special ordered from the factory
with Pearl White paintwork, something that was not normally offered in the catalog.
We have sent off to VW in Germany for the Birth Certificate and are awaiting it's arrival.
But I saw this Bus prior to restoration, and it was indeed this color in it's original finish.


The previous owner of the truck was under the impression that the mileage on the odometer of 13,000 and change
was original to the truck. There is no documentation of this, but I am doubtful of that claim due to
the build up of road grime and such that was there prior to restoration.
I think more likely it was 113k...
The engine is reportedly the original one, the birth certificate will document this when it comes in.


The truck has never been modified or customized, it is all stock and has been since new.
It also looks like it was never used for heavy hauling as the bed and side gates were nice and straight
and are now even cleaner of course after the restoration.


Interior is all stock as well and very clean.
All new rubber seals, panels, upholstery, etc.


The engine room is gorgeous, very very clean and the 36 horse engine runs like a top.
It has been freshly rebuilt, new bearings, etc and everything checked out internally and detailed externally.
Still 6 volt electrics, new battery, fuel pump, etc. All new brakes, brand new Firestone bias ply tires
from the period molds give it an even more "factory" appearance.


Very straight and smooth down the sides...nice quality paintwork


Underside of the engine is quite clean.
New shocks all the way around. New rubber brake lines and all wheel cylinders as well.


Chassis is solid with a nice clean undercoat.


Interior is all freshly redone in the proper materials and colors.


Clean and stock and simple, just as it was when it rolled off the assembly line.


Lots of new hardware and other details as well.



The under-bed area is very solid and clean


The wood and canopy frame are excellent.
The canvas covers are available and cost about $1400 or so.
If you want one for this truck, I can refer you to the supplier. .


This scan of an original sales brochure shows the way the canopy looks when installed.


Here is a pic of one installed.
Great look and a wonderful spot for company graphics or logo if that is your thing...or just plain as they were originally!


The bed on this truck is beautiful!


Nice attention to detail with the new hardware and such.


With the battery out so you can see that it is solid in the corner.


Engine runs like a top and is very clean!
Still 6 volt electrics and all the right bits are present.


Nice gates!


Very straight truck.


Bumpers are excellent


These early visors are very hard to find in nice shape...and this one looks awesome!


Original clear needle speedometer , not restored.
The history that came with the truck stated that the mileage was original at just over 13,000 miles
but I really think this is not the case...it is probably 113,000 based on the condition of things prior
to the restoration...if it was 13k miles...it was through the dirt or something as there was a fairly
heavy build up of grime around the underside, etc. The truck came out of Texas when it was found.


All new window rubber and body seals.
Vent wings have the proper little "Nike swoosh" deals in place.
Mirror and antenna are new and look great.


Nice attention to detail and clean around all the wipers and such.


New floor mat and kick panels


Floor is clean and painted and proper.


Steering wheel is an original that has been repainted. It looks very nice but is not "perfect".
Horn push is a very nice original example.


Fresh air box screws are all new and look nice...these so often just get painted over.


Radio block off plate is in place...dash is clean and un-cut.


Door panels have the stock original design pockets.
The door handles and escutcheons are the correct early "grooved" style.


Exterior door handles are excellent.


Latches for the gates are clean and well painted.
New rubber bumpers on the gates.


The wood slats are the proper profile and fit, but the originals were riveted in place.
These have been screwed in place from below, through the original rivet holes.
Very clean install!




The early Type 2 models have been increasing in value at stratospheric rates it seems these days.
The deluxe models of course have lead the way, but all the split screen range is on the rise.
It is very difficult these days to find a single can transporter like this that has not been beat to crap or
lowered to the ground with bling wheels and a big motor. Seeing one like this that is done totally stock and original
is a very nice thing indeed. Look around...there are very few out there like this!

This is a very clean truck!

Up For Bids!
BID NOW!

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