1964 Volkswagen Microbus 21-Window Deluxe Wagon / 1210934 Chassis Information

Sold for $45,100 at 2006 Monterey Sports & Classic Car Auction.
Sold for $71,500 at 2008 Sports & Classics of Monterey by RM Auctions.
The Volkswagen Type 2, also known as the Transporter, began gracing the roadways in 1950. Within a short amount of time, these vehicles grew in popularity and were often seen traveling the United States highways. The engine was mounted in the rear but was still air-cooled. Access to the engine was simple and made repairs rather easy. Driving was calm and quiet since the engine was in the back the driver was not plagued with engine noises.

The popularity of the Transporter continued to grow and by 1964 was accounting for over 63% of all import vehicle sales. Over 307,000 examples were sold during that year. The most exclusive of the offerings was the 21-Window Deluxe Microbus with their split window front windscreen and large sunroof.

There are only five 1964 21-Window Deluxe Microbus Models known to exist in the United States and this is one of them. It has a US specification bumper with rubber inserts, and US-spec pop-out windows. It is powered by a four-cylinder 1493cc engine that produces 50 horsepower. It has a four-speed manual gearbox and hydraulic drum brakes at all four corners. It sits on a 94.5 inch wheelbase and is suspended in place by transverse torsion bars with trailing arms in the front and swing axle with trailing arms in the rear. At the 2006 RM Auction in Monterey, CA this vehicle was estimated to sell for $40,000 - $60,000, which it did. The winning bid was $45,100.

By Daniel Vaughan | Jan 2009