A wonderful opportunity to acquire an exceptionally rare 1977 Volkswagen T2 Bay Window Westfalia 'Oxford' camper. This highly desirable right-hand drive example was only available as a special factory order and remains one of the rarest Westfalia conversions produced.
With an interesting history linked to Volkswagen's Tourist Delivery Programme, this beautifully presented camper combines originality, practicality and rarity, making it an excellent choice for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Registered as a Historic Vehicle, it benefits from MOT and road tax exemption.
Specification:
• 1977 Volkswagen T2 Bay Window Westfalia 'Oxford'
• Right-hand drive (Factory)
• 1,598cc Air-Cooled Type 2 Engine
• 4-Speed Manual Gearbox
• Desirable Heavy-Duty 091 Six-Rib Transmission
• Historic Vehicle Status
• MOT & Road Tax Exempt
Rare Westfalia Interior
The interior remains wonderfully original and has been exceptionally well preserved.
Sleeping accommodation includes:
• Full-width double rock and roll bed
• Double bed within the elevating roof
• Original Westfalia front cab child's hammock bunk
Finished with the iconic Westfalia plaid upholstery, the interior also features:
• Original cabinetry throughout
• Wardrobe
• Under-seat storage
• Two-burner Cramer gas hob
• Sink with working water pump and water tank
• Two-way absorption refrigerator operating from either the 12V leisure battery or 240V hook-up. Added carefully inside the original cabinetry so as not to spoil the interior aesthetics but to provide far better cooling performance
• Complete original yellow curtain set
• 100Ah leisure battery
• Split-charge system
• Modern Sony Bluetooth/USB stereo
• Alpine front speakers
The camper is also supplied with an unused vintage-style NLAVW awning together with a 240V campsite hook-up cable, making it ready for touring.
Mechanical
• Power comes from the renowned 1.6-litre air-cooled Volkswagen flat-four engine.
• 091 six-rib gearbox, regarded as the strongest and most desirable transmission fitted to late Bay Window models.
• The vehicle has been well cared for and serviced and will be freshly serviced by us before collection/delivery.
• For additional peace of mind, a Fireboy automatic engine bay fire suppression system has also been professionally installed.
Bodywork
The vehicle has been subject to a thorough and intense restoration by a renowned local specialist Kevin McGrath at Southcoast Wagenwerks, whom we have known for 15 years. His workmanship always presents to the highest standard, and this bus is no exception.
Numerous panels were professionally replaced during the restoration, and the metal work is very good throughout.
Since completion, it has been garage-stored and carefully maintained, allowing the bodywork to remain in excellent condition today. It presents extremely well throughout and is a credit to its owner.
Summary
This is a genuinely rare opportunity to purchase one of the most desirable factory-built Westfalia 'Oxford' campers available.
It has clearly been cherished throughout its life, maintained regardless of cost and sympathetically preserved with an emphasis on originality.
A change in personal circumstances and relocation for the previous owner has meant the vehicle is now on the market for a lucky new owner.
Comes with 12 months MOT, Delivery can be arranged nationwide / worldwide. Buy with confidence from a company with a good reputation with over 110 five-star Google reviews and established for over 50+ years.
