161 - 1966 VOLKSWAGEN COMBI DELUXE

1966 VOLKSWAGEN COMBI DELUXE French collector’s vehicle registration certificate Chassis No. 256024334 • Type 2 Deluxe Microbus with 21 windows • Fold-down canvas roof • Delivered new to the United States • Restored in Spain; before-and-after photos available In its 21-window Deluxe configuration, the Volkswagen Type 2 stands out for its roof windows, canvas convertible top, and chrome trim. This design gives the interior a unique sense of openness to the surrounding landscape. Manufactured in August 1965 as a 1966 model year vehicle, this example was delivered new to the United States before being brought to Europe. A Spanish collector undertook its restoration prior to its importation into France. No invoices accompany the restoration work. A photo portfolio taken before restoration shows its previous navy blue and white color scheme. Today, it features a combination of Mango Green and Seagull Gray—colors from the 1960 Volkswagen color chart—paired with camel-colored upholstery. With its numerous windows and sunroof, this Combi invites you to imagine group getaways, cruising along back roads and making impromptu stops along the way.   1966 VOLKSWAGEN 21-WINDOW MICROBUS French historic registration document Chassis No. 256024334 • Type 2 Deluxe 21-window Microbus • Folding canvas sunroof • Delivered new to the United States • Restored in Spain, with pre-restoration photographs In its Deluxe 21-window configuration, the Volkswagen Type 2 is distinguished by its roof glazing, folding canvas sunroof, and chrome trim. This layout provides the passenger compartment with a particularly open view of the surroundings. Built in August 1965 for the 1966 model year, this example was delivered new to the United States before being brought to Europe. A Spanish collector undertook its restoration before it was imported into France. No invoices are available for the restoration work. Photographs taken before restoration show its previous navy blue and white color scheme. It is now finished in Mango Green and Seagull Gray, drawn from Volkswagen’s 1960 color range, with camel-colored upholstery. With its extensive glazing and opening roof, this Microbus evokes images of shared journeys along back roads, with time for unplanned stops along the way.