These are standard specifications - not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
1961 Volkswagen Microbus Specifications |
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| Engine Location | Rear |
| Drive Type | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series | 1950 - 1967 |
| Price | $2,000-$3,000 |
| Weight | 2200 lbs | 997.903 kg |
Light alloy finned cylinders; cast-iron cylinder liners
Engine Type : O4 1192 cc | 72.7 cu in. | 1.2 L.
40 BHP (29.44 KW) @ 3900 RPM
64 Ft-Lbs (87 NM) @ 2400 RPM
Bore : 3.0 in | 77 mm.
Stroke : 2.5 in | 64 mm.
Engine Type : O4 1192 cc | 72.7 cu in. | 1.2 L.
40 BHP (29.44 KW) @ 3900 RPM
64 Ft-Lbs (87 NM) @ 2400 RPM
Bore : 3.0 in | 77 mm.
Stroke : 2.5 in | 64 mm.
Transmission:
4 Manual
4 Manual
| Production Figures | |
| Total Volkswagen Production for 1961 | 807,488 |
| Total production of Microbus for 1961 | 33,506 |
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| Honda | Jaguar |
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Average Auction Sale: $47,300 |
| Volkswagen: 1961-1970 |
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