A genuine 1978 Volkswagen Type 2 Westfalia Berlin camper in highly original, honest condition. Left hand drive, low mileage, and with its original Westfalia interior completely intact — these are getting harder and harder to find like this. Four seats with two rear belts, a 4-speed gearbox, and the classic 2000cc air-cooled flat-four.
We've owned the van for ten years and it's been a much-loved part of our family. It's taken us on some brilliant holidays and created memories we wouldn't swap for anything. It's a joy to drive, and it never fails to turn heads and raise smiles wherever it goes — waves from strangers come as standard.
The van starts first time, pulls well, and drives exactly as a classic Bay Window should. The engine is smooth, the gearbox shifts cleanly, and it's clearly been well looked after throughout its life. As a pre-1980 historic vehicle it's tax exempt, MOT exempt, and ULEZ exempt — insure it and enjoy it.
Highlights
Genuine Westfalia Berlin conversion
Left hand drive
Just 71,000 kilometres from new
Original Westfalia plaid interior in excellent condition — rare to find one this complete
Strong, smooth 2-litre air-cooled engine with new exhaust fitted
Pop-top roof in good condition
No known mechanical issues
New leisure battery, water canisters, and gas bottle
Spares, paperwork, and receipts included
Tax, MOT, and ULEZ exempt
Historic vehicle status — UK registered
Bodywork Both rear wheel arches and the front wheel arch have been recently replaced, with primer visible where the work was done. There are a few paint imperfections and light surface rust in places — exactly what you'd expect from a van of this age, and all honestly represented. Plenty of scope to tidy further if you wish, but perfectly usable and presentable as it stands.
Interior This is where the van really stands out. The original Westfalia plaid upholstery, cabinetry, and fittings are all present and in excellent condition. Complete Westfalia interiors are increasingly difficult to find — collectors and enthusiasts know exactly what that's worth, and it shows in the market.
In Summary We're sad to see it go, but we hope it finds a new family who'll love it just as much as we have. Priced at £12,000, this is a genuine, low-mileage, left hand drive Westfalia Berlin that's original, honest, and ready to enjoy. Tax, MOT, and ULEZ exempt, the running costs are about as easy as it gets for a classic this sought-after. Late Bay Window Westfalias are among the most loved campervans ever made, and values continue to move in the right direction. A brilliant opportunity if you've been searching for the real thing
