1963 Volkswagen Type 2

KEY FACTS A highly distinctive and extensively re-engineered VW Samba ‘Restomod’, boasting numerous tasteful performance and comfort upgrades. This Samba is now powered by a modified 2.1-litre air-cooled flat-four engine, driving the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission. First registered in 1963, this example was reportedly sold new to Finland, where it remains registered. This particular example has received numerous prestigious accolades following its upgrade programme, including 'Volkswagen of the Year' at Bug In Finn, 'Best Car of the Show' at Pick Nick, and 'Classic Cars Top Ten' at the American Car Show. The odometer shows 2,176 km, which reflects mileage since the renovation that was completed in spring 2025.. EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES Finished in two-tone DeBeer Brilliant Red and Black, with a DeBeer Supreme roof, over an interior featuring stainless steel trims and synthetic leather. The seller notes that the car features period-correct colours for the 1958 model year. It rides on 15-inch wheels with whitewall tyres. The car has eight openable windows Equipment includes an Empi dual-circuit power-assisted disc brake system front and rear, liquid power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering, an AT IRS gearbox, a Wilwood hydraulic clutch, and adjustable front and rear axles with a tilted front axle. Other features comprise a fully renewed 12V electrical system with an alternator, a Blazecut 3m automatic fire suppression system, STP Black Gold Bulk sound insulation, an extra engine service door, a Retro VW Roof Rack, stainless steel bumpers and trims, aluminium Samba belt line trims, a reinforced rear chassis rail for a trailer hitch, a steering column moved forward, and an extended shifter. The car is also equipped with a radio/sound system featuring an active subwoofer Hifonics 300W, vintage Blaupunkt Frankfurt radio 1960s with modern line amplifier and 4x MXC 406 Evo 2-Way 70W coaxial systems. There is also mounting installed for turning the rear seats