1959 Vw Bus Original German Firetruck!!! Super Rare! on 2040-cars
United States
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:1600dp
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Used
Exterior Color: Fire engine red
Make: Volkswagen
Number of Cylinders: 4
Model: Bus/Vanagon
Trim: Original
Drive Type: manual
Mileage: 12,345
1959 original m coded German fire truck, very rare factory built bus. This bus is complete with all hoses, old fire extinguisher, sirens, and even an original German fire helmet. It has never been repainted, it is all original Fire Engine Red paint. All in all for the east coast a good straight solid bus. Has the typical driver side rocker rust and few spots here and there. Floors are exceptional to have never been replaced with only minimal rust. 1600dp with dual carbs starts right up but the carbs need to be gone through and a good tune up. What I believe to be original to the bus 36 horse motor is included with it but condition unknown. It wouldn't take much to make this a daily driver as is. Brakes need to be gone through, new tires were put on 2 years ago. I take it around the neighborhood every now and then, and really cool to hit the sirens at the neighbors. Original air box plate and original apron included. Title is clear. Call or text 843-360-9871
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