1974 Volkswagen Type II Custom Bus
No Reserve. This 1974 Volkswagen Type II Custom Bus is a build that swaps its original air-cooled roots for modern American muscle. Finished in a classic two-tone blue and white PPG basecoat/clearcoat, it maintains a vintage look while sitting aggressively on a 2-inch lowered front axle and 17-inch Porsche EMPI wheels. The real story is under the skin: it features a mid-mounted, fuel-injected Chevrolet Vortec V-6 paired with a Turbo 350 automatic transmission and a heavy-duty 10-bolt rear end. This setup transforms the Bus from a slow cruiser into a reliable, high-performance machine. Inside, the cabin blends utility with luxury, featuring a custom suede headliner, Vintage Air climate control, and a tilt steering column with electric power steering for effortless handling. The driver's experience is modernized with AutoMeter gauges, a Lokar shifter, and the safety of front disc brakes. With an aluminum radiator and custom fuel tank, this Bus is fully engineered for long-distance, worry-free touring.Mid Mounted Fuel Injected Chevrolet Vortec V-6Turbo 350 Automatic Transmission10 Bolt Rear End2 Inch Lowered Front AxleFront Disc BrakesElectric Steering AssistVintage AirCustom Suede HeadlinerAutoMeter GaugesLokar ShifterTilt Steering ColumnAluminum RadiatorCustom Aluminum Fuel Tank17-inch Porsche EMPI WheelsPPG Basecoat, Clearcoat paintRecent Detailed Customization MILEAGE: 2. VIN: 2242052497.
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Memorabilia purchases are eligible for free delivery to shows attended by Richmond Auctions. Memorabilia purchases can also be picked up in Greenville, SC or the McCandless Collection in Burlington, NC. Winning bidders of memorabilia items can contact us following the sale to arrange freight and shipping options. Please contact Reliable Carriers to arrange vehicle shipping.
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BUYER'S PREMIUM:Vehicles: 15% on LiveAuctioneers.Automobilia & Tether Cars: 20% on LiveAuctioneersIMPORTANT STEPS TO COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION:1. A Letter of Guaranty from your financial institution is required to bid in The Fall Spectacular Auction at the Savoy Automobile Museum since automobiles are selling in conjunction with advertising and memorabilia. 2. Message us to request a sample format of the Letter of Guarantee required to register about the pre-set bid limit of $25,000.3. Your bid limit will be capped at the amount set in the Letter of Guaranty by your financial institution.4. Send your completed Letter of Guaranty and a copy of your driver's license (front and back) to finance (at) richmondauctions (dot) com in order to complete the registration process.5. Once a completed Letter of Guaranty is received and verified by Richmond Auctions, you will receive an email with approval notification. Completed approval will allow you to bid on Day 1 and Day 2. If you have any questions, please call our office at 864-991-5949 and ask for Accounting.
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No Reserve. This 1974 Volkswagen Type II Custom Bus is a build that swaps its original air-cooled roots for modern American muscle. Finished in a classic two-tone blue and white PPG basecoat/clearcoat, it maintains a vintage look while sitting aggressively on a 2-inch lowered front axle and 17-inch Porsche EMPI wheels. The real story is under the skin: it features a mid-mounted, fuel-injected Chevrolet Vortec V-6 paired with a Turbo 350 automatic transmission and a heavy-duty 10-bolt rear end. This setup transforms the Bus from a slow cruiser into a reliable, high-performance machine. Inside, the cabin blends utility with luxury, featuring a custom suede headliner, Vintage Air climate control, and a tilt steering column with electric power steering for effortless handling. The driver's experience is modernized with AutoMeter gauges, a Lokar shifter, and the safety of front disc brakes. With an aluminum radiator and custom fuel tank, this Bus is fully engineered for long-distance, worry-free touring.Mid Mounted Fuel Injected Chevrolet Vortec V-6Turbo 350 Automatic Transmission10 Bolt Rear End2 Inch Lowered Front AxleFront Disc BrakesElectric Steering AssistVintage AirCustom Suede HeadlinerAutoMeter GaugesLokar ShifterTilt Steering ColumnAluminum RadiatorCustom Aluminum Fuel Tank17-inch Porsche EMPI WheelsPPG Basecoat, Clearcoat paintRecent Detailed Customization MILEAGE: 2. VIN: 2242052497.
Please send us a message if you would like to see additional images of any vehicle.
Memorabilia purchases are eligible for free delivery to shows attended by Richmond Auctions. Memorabilia purchases can also be picked up in Greenville, SC or the McCandless Collection in Burlington, NC. Winning bidders of memorabilia items can contact us following the sale to arrange freight and shipping options. Please contact Reliable Carriers to arrange vehicle shipping.
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BUYER'S PREMIUM:Vehicles: 15% on LiveAuctioneers.Automobilia & Tether Cars: 20% on LiveAuctioneersIMPORTANT STEPS TO COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION:1. A Letter of Guaranty from your financial institution is required to bid in The Fall Spectacular Auction at the Savoy Automobile Museum since automobiles are selling in conjunction with advertising and memorabilia. 2. Message us to request a sample format of the Letter of Guarantee required to register about the pre-set bid limit of $25,000.3. Your bid limit will be capped at the amount set in the Letter of Guaranty by your financial institution.4. Send your completed Letter of Guaranty and a copy of your driver's license (front and back) to finance (at) richmondauctions (dot) com in order to complete the registration process.5. Once a completed Letter of Guaranty is received and verified by Richmond Auctions, you will receive an email with approval notification. Completed approval will allow you to bid on Day 1 and Day 2. If you have any questions, please call our office at 864-991-5949 and ask for Accounting.
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