1972 Volkswagen Westfalia Type 2 Camper Van – Original Orange/White

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1972 Volkswagen Westfalia Type 2 Camper Van – Original Orange/White – California Renovation – All Original Interior – Solid Project
This is a classic 1972 VW Westfalia Type 2 camper van in the iconic orange and white two-tone with the full original Westfalia pop-top. It has the complete, authentic Westy camper interior, straight body lines, and the unmistakable charm these early buses are known for. Everywhere you drive, people wave — this van makes people happy.
The bus was renovated in California in 2012 and then stored outdoors the last few years, so it now needs cosmetic refreshing and standard mechanical recommissioning. What you’re getting is a complete, original Westfalia with great bones — a perfect base for restoration, travel, a creative business (coffee cart, photo booth, rentals), or weekend adventures.
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Exterior Condition • Original orange/white two-tone paint • Body panels are straight with good lines • Paint shows sun fading and streaking from outdoor storage • Typical surface rust on lower nose, rockers, door edges, and bumper (normal for a Westy of this age) • Pop-top fiberglass is intact • Window rubber/weather seals are aged • All glass present
Nothing here is unusual for a 1972 Westfalia — this is a very approachable cosmetic project.
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Interior Condition • All original Westfalia layout from 1972 (cabinets, fold-down table, fridge cabinet, bench, pop-top) • Seats have upgraded period-correct vinyl upholstery in yellow and white • Interior panels, curtains, floors all have classic vintage Westy character • Pop-top cot canvas needs replacement • Ceiling liner just needs to be re-affixed (material is intact, simply came loose from age) • Camper cabinets all present and original • Small weathered liner on the bottom of the rear cushion (alcove trunk/bed area) • 2012 renovation included upgraded speakers and a removable CD player / AM–FM radio • All interior components present, making it an excellent base for restoration or customization
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Mechanical Condition
Last ran before storage. Expect standard recommissioning: • Needs a new battery and a new muffler. • Accelerator cable replaced • Starter replaced • Upgraded sound system + speakers (removable CD faceplate not included) • Recommend full tune-up due to sitting (fluids, fuel lines, brakes inspected)
Nothing unusual for a stored vintage VW.
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What It Needs (Honest + Straightforward) • New pop-top canvas • Ceiling liner re-affixed • Battery • Tune-up + mechanical check from sitting • Surface rust addressed • Cosmetic paint restoration
This is a light-to-moderate level project, not a full teardown.
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Why This Westfalia Is a Great Buy • A complete, original Westfalia camper • Straight body and full interior • Original cabinets + upgraded upholstery • Amazing base for a restoration or custom build • Early Westfalias continue to appreciate every year
These are some of the most sought-after vintage camper vans. This bus always gets a lot of attention
Was purchased for a swimwear pop up. So much fun to camp in and also has RV hook ups. Would make a great project for a business or prop for movie or vanlife...
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Terms • Sold AS-IS, WHERE-IS • No warranties expressed or implied • Buyer responsible for pickup or transport • I will work with your shipper for easy pickup