Saturday, January 2, 2016

1962 VW Bus: 23 Windows


window4We know by now that the number of windows on vintage VW Bus seems to correspond directly with an increase in value and desirability. These laws of attraction seem to transcend reasonable judgement, especially with rusty specimens like this one here on eBay – it’s a ’62 VW Bus with bidding approaching $17,000 and the reserve unmet. 

window3I always find it interesting when a seller jumps right to the original spec sheet and doesn’t spend any time talking about their vehicle’s current condition. Plus, the potential buyer is recommended to study the pictures carefully, because what you see is what you get. Well, because these are such expensive projects to buy, I’d appreciate a bit more information regarding just how bad the corrosion is.

window2The seller points out that there is the potential for a substantial upside given the rapidly rising values of Buses with lots of factory glass. The desirability only increases with split-windshield models, so this ’62 is definitely a highly-sought after model among the air-cooled faithful, but look at that rust: it appears to permeate every surface, an unusual quality for a California vehicle. Perhaps it resided somewhere else before coming to a fair-weather state, or it spent too many years down by the beach.

window1Whenever a seller mentions the possibility of buying a spare vehicle as a donor for the project they’re selling, it’s rarely a good sign. We don’t know anything about the engine, but I’d count on it being missing. It looks like some of the unique glass pieces are missing as well, so the treasure hunt will be extensive for anyone looking to put this Bus back to OEM spec. The bidders don’t seem to mind, however. At what price point does it cease to make sense to bid on this 23-window VW?

Source: barnfinds.com