During the 1978 model year VWoA published a brochure (dated 3/78) for the Champagne II Editions which included two typ.153s. First a little history 1978 was one of the final years the VW Beetle was manufactured in Germany, this car is a German model. Vw bus barndoor classic volkswagen from the ghia ,bug and porsche 356 family; 1980 vw westfalia mustsell; 1985 volkswagon bus/vanagan 2.1 ltr. The bus was built in april 1978 and then shipped to the USA. Being pretty rare I think its worthy of an original-spec restoration, how about you? ! 1 of 3,581 Cabriolets imported to the US in 1975, this red Volkswagen Beetle Convertible was fitted with a new black convertible top in 2022. . of the baywindow parts-microfiche. Information courtesy The Kafer Cabriolet Register and Arto Tolonen. Actual market value for a specific vehicle will depend on various elements, including the condition of the vehicle. Or subscribe without commenting. Donec convallis ac massa sit amet 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 83,383 mi 1.6L $ 17,995 or $296/mo Incredibly clean and well preserved original Mars Red (think dark orange) Beetle Convertible with just 83K original miles. The rearportion should have a seat or two, but theymust be missing and theres no mention of themin the ad. Vivamus finibus ante varius, varius sapien vitae, ultricies justo. The Buyer will pay the Seller the full cost of the vehicle. it had the destination "Columbus via Baltimore" while the original New paint. Find 18 used 1978 Volkswagen Beetle as low as $18,995 on Carsforsale.com. All articles by and copyright Stephen Paul Hardy. Still have original wheels. //youtu.be/K5j5wFY189Q. 8 - modelyear 1978 1 week ago on eBay $6,500 1971 Volkswagen Bus High Roof Adventure Wagon Camper San Diego, CA Its hard to resist using the cliche smiles per gallon, but this ones loaded with them and will also reward you in miles per gallon. VW, Volkswagen and related marks are trademarks of Volkswagen Group. Join millions of people using Oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified pre-owned car listings, and new car classifieds. C. Bolen and I get fascinated by this 'action model'. View car 7 days ago new See photo 1978 Volkswagen Transporter $19,750 11743, Huntington Station, Suffolk County, NY 1978 89,000 Miles 1978 Volkswagen Bus $19,000 1978 46,000 Miles This 1978 Volkswagen Bus was acquired in 2016 by the current owner and has since been fitted with a GEX International remanufactured 2.0L. s Champagne EditionRare Champagne Edition bay-window microbus finished in its original oh-so-seventies colour scheme of Fuchsrot over Dattelbraun with matching interior. We empower classic and exotic car buyers, sellers, and enthusiasts with insights for the collector car industry - including market values, price comparisons, listing alerts and more. What do you think of this one? The Type 4 2.0 Liter air-cooled 4 cylinder is robust and durable with plenty of low end torque and great mpg at 17 city/25 hwy. Ltd.s Uitenhage factory 1973 1978, P-E.1 P-E.7 European Paint Colour Tables, ME 1.1 Paint Colours of the Special Edition Edition Beetles manufactured in Volkswagen de Mxico, S.A. de C.V.s Puebla factory for export to Europe 1981 1985 (1996, 2004), ME 1.1.2 Paint Colours of the Special Edition Edition Beetles manufactured in Volkswagen de Mxico, S.A. de C.V.s Puebla factory for export to Europe 1981 1985 (1996, 2004), ME 1.1.3 Paint Colour codes and names used for each of the Special Edition Edition Beetles manufactured in Volkswagen de Mxico, S.A. de C.V.s Puebla factory for export to Europe 1981 1985 (1996, 2004), SA 1.1 Paint Colours of the Special Edition Edition Beetles manufactured in Volkswagen of South Africa (Pty.) Limited edition 1978 VW Champagne Edition II (CE II) bus. Original engine with fuel injection. [ Editions Group ] -a successor to the Kfer der Kufer Edition and reflected both the effects of the international fuel crisis and the contemporary success of the first series Jeans Beetle. Seven generations of Transporter have been produced by VW since 1949. They also saythat this baby is almost rust free and only rust is front driver / passenger area, as they show in this photo. Completely restored. Johnstown, PA 5 years at carsforsale.com 1 28,199 1978 Volkswagen Vanagon 26,940 green manual Road Art, Infonet & The Bid Goes On are registered trademarks of Mecum Auction, Inc. Information courtesy The Kafer Cabriolet Register and Arto Tolonen. s 1978 Champagne Edition Westy, repowered to '97 Jetta TDI 1973 Wild Westerner . 115 939 - serial number, Collection USA. Vehicle Details Here is a nice garage find. Smog Cert Available. 012 - exhaust emission control installation the only . and this is one you c, Incredibly clean and well preserved original Mars Red (think dark orange) Beetle Convertible with just 83K original miles. Sanded to primer, painted with correct code paint and included-Bus Depot cover(new) included. Rebuilt 2 liter fuel injected hydraulic valve motor, new brakes tune up, new tires and transmission service. I have water basted it to expose the panels that have to be repaired. The seller says that its a PROJECT Busand when they use all-caps you know they mean business, so be prepared for some work on this one. The first. You have plenty of room for 7 to 9 passengers and you can load everything you need for a weekend getaway in this smartly organized space or up top in the large luggage rack. 2 - extra nr. 1978 VW BusVanagon 1978 VW Westfalia Camper Van Still available at ListedBuy! The 1978 Volkswagen Beetle is worth around $3,500. No Back Fees. It makes for the ideal wind-in-your-hair classic. . During the 1978 model year VWoA published a brochure (dated 3/78) for the Champagne II Editions which included two typ.153s. 102 - rear window heating Nam placerat ultrices ex, a rhoncus neque rutrum nec. The VW Bug continues to be This is a all original barn find. Lowered suspension w/ new I beam. Edition II package The New Beetle era. 14, day 3(=Wednesday), 1978: Context:Due to the overwhelming success of the 1977 Champagne Editions sales campaign VWoA promoted a new range including the Rabbit, Scirocco, Dasher and Bus for 1978. These special edition vans, or buses, or Transporters, or Kombis, or Type 2s.. were made in 1977 and 1978 and the photos seem to show a heck of a nice van for $4,000! Interior Fan w/timer Color: tan Body Type: van Transmission: manual Drivetrain: RWD Fuel Type: gas Engine: 4 cyl Mileage: 12,235 1978 VW Westfalia Camper Bus For sale! Our sellers purchased this outstanding super low mileage, collectible Beetle from the original owner through the Barret, 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible - 1585cc 4 Cylinder - 4 Speed Manual Transmission - 58k Miles Shown - White Exterior With White Convertible Top - White and Black Interior - Empi Whe, 1978 Super Beetle Convertible Karmann Edition. Good starting point for your easy restoration. Im out, even if the Lennon sisters were in the cab. There are currently 35 other Volkswagen Type 2 - T2 for sale. [ Editions Group ] presented at IAA73 (Internationale Automobil- Ausstellung), Frankfurt in September 1973 as part of Volkswagens extensive stand at the show. This is a rare bus being a deluxe champagne edition with automatic transmission and a sunroof. The Ford Bronco is undoubtedly an American icon and one of our top 10 classic trucks of all time. kept it from 1978 until 2008. after which it was imported to the UK. For Sale By: Private Seller. [North Carolina] Im wth Bob, fixing the curve on that busted nose would be no small task. You are about to meet my best friend Tank. 1978 Champagne Edition II VW BusRust free Arizona bus. kept it from 1978 until 2008. after which it was imported to the UK. 2616-CHA. To find a convertible in this condition is rare If you have any questions please contact us at 419-517-1795, Rest assured once you take this Volkswagen Beetle home you will know you've made a solid investment. The original owner bought this bus new in California. Huntington Beach, California, United States, Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, United States, 1978 Volkswagen Westfalia Bus Champagne Edition II, 1978 VW Bus Champagne Edition II - RARE and ORIGINAL, 1978 VW Camper Microbus - Champagne Edition, VW Bus 1978 Adventure Wagon Champagne Edition California, 1978 Convertible Beetle - Wolfsbury Champagne Edition. Technical specifications of Volkswagen Bus/Vanagon 19780000; Price:-Condition: Used: . Ended Tuesday, December 20, 2022 7:00 PM EST. $8,245 Gasoline FUEL. VW offered Beetle convertibles in a "triple white" Champagne Edition in Alpine White with white top and interior with the padded deluxe steering wheel, tiger maple wood-grain dash trim and 4.5 in (110 mm) wide sport wheels. Use Classics on Autotrader' intuitive search tools to find the best classic car, muscle car, project car, classic truck, or hot rod. The Buyer will pay the Seller the full cost of the vehicle. 1978 Volkswagen Bus/Vanagon Project vehicle, 1978 Volkswagen Khombi Bus. We use cookies and browser activity to improve your experience, personalize content and ads, and analyze how our sites are used. 33 Volkswagen Bus Cars in Dallas from $5,300. Thanks to Josh, for finding this one! We empower classic and exotic car buyers, sellers, and enthusiasts with insights for the collector car industry - including market values, price comparisons, listing alerts and more. The front seats have been professionally reupholstered with new padding as well. Mileage. Highest bid $12,500 Kris901. Runs and drives great. This will happen all the way to your maximum bid. This car has been u, With only Suspendisse ornare eu ligula eget hendrerit. Propane tank replaced, line from tank to stovereplaced. Classified ads, photos, shows, links, forums, and technical information for the Volkswagen automobile TheSamba.com :: Bay Window Bus - View topic - 1978 Champagne first bus Hello! The restoration was done about 7 years ago and the engine was rebuilt about 8 years ago with just 7k miles traveled since. (Will run if you mist gas into the. 1600 CC 4-speed transmission It runs well, the new battery, tires are in excellent shape, Manual transmission is good and all the windows work., 1978 vw beetle, New rebuild engine and carburetor. The CE II was only produced for four months (Jan-Apr) in 1978. Brakes: New master cylinder, new reservoir, new brake hoses front and back, reconditioned front calipers, new brake pads Steering: inspected and. If you have any questions please cont, This great 1978 VW Beetle has undergone a significant restoration. No, scratch that, its better to not have your vehicle break down on the side of the road. You can unsubscribe at any time. This does look like a restoration that a serious restorer could do in his sleep. Like Rick on Pawn Stars says, Asking or getting?, I think the price is way too steep for what it is. It will never be original again anyway. 1978 Volkswagen Bus Champagne 2 Edition. Or else left a round rim imprint. Where it entered the USA exactly is a unclear to me as the M-plate states it had the destination "Columbus via Baltimore" while the original receipt says "port of destination: Houston". CLASSIC.COM is a trademark of CLASSIC.COM LLC. later, Wednesday the 14th, my father and I drive to the harbour with my Don't miss what's happening in your neighborhood. This should be a 1.8L opposed-four with self-adjusting hydraulic valves good for about 67 hp. Take a look at this cool triple white Beetle. As you can see the Bus is in excellent condition. Exterior completely refinished in the factory Champagne edition colors and factory decals replicated to exact specs. Classic Ford Bronco: A First Generation Buying Guide. For sale! . Garage kept for the past sixteen years. The seller says that it has a solid windshield, but they dont show it at all so Id budget for a new one, just in case. That dash has been without the windshield for quite a while. Shipping included with sale! [ Editions Group ] The Beetle is voted Car of the Century. There are currently 31 other Volkswagen Type 2 - T2 for sale. More classic cars for sale; SUNROOF - CHAMPAGNE EDITION - REBUILT ENGINE - 123K DOCUMENTED MILES - 2 OWNERS 1978 Champagne Edition ll Bus An odometer that reads 55 492 miles speaks for itself. 4 Speed Manual. That would be Fluff the comedian. All new rubber on the window seals and the seals on both sliders. The car has a new paint job, new top, new seat covers, carpet, wheels and tires. This bus is a absolute time capsule with only 88k original miles. Catalogue reference for Europe 1970 1979 and Mexico for export to Europe 1981 1985 (1986, 2004). Runs good 1978 Volkswagen Bus/Vanagon The time has come to sell my 1978 VW Bus! Every thing works including the windshield sprayers and original quarts clock. Had to straighten out the nose of our 77 camper with similar damage. CARS FOR SALE; SELL YOUR CAR; Classic cars for . sends me the URL to the Website of Dave This bus has had just two owners from new. Original & Highly Original, All rights reserved, 2023 CLASSIC.COM Inc. Purchased in 2011. It makes for . Check it out if you get a minute. 4 speed manual transmission. Road-Trip Ready! I remembered these Champagne editions well, especially with electronic ignition, hydraulic valve lifters and fuel injection. Click on the image below to view Champagne EditionRare Champagne Edition bay-window microbus finished in its original oh-so-seventies colour scheme of Fuchsrot over Dattelbraun with matching interior. $250 and a couple of hours and youre in business, windshield-wise. According to the seller, this is a complete motor in unknown conditionthat was running when parked, so plan on a total rebuild here. The heater works great and has the forced air blower. The last Volkswagen Beetle, a third-generation Stonewashed Blue Last Edition coupe, rolled off the production line at Puebla, Mexico, on 10 July 2019. 15,628 (Unknown) Amenities in the Champagne Edition include: air conditioning, tinted glass, a quartz crystal chronometer, and intermittent wipers. to distinguish it from 60ties chassisnrs. Bennie says instantly "That must be the Champagne The interior is in like new original condition. version and as a Deluxe Westfalia Campmobile. 1978 VW T2 Bus, rare Champagne Edition,The 78 and 9 Champagne's were the only special edition bus ever sold stateside . To fix that one Id have to be paid the 4K, not the other way around. With Great Patina-look! Thank youPROJECT VW , BUS, Van.PRICE REDUCEDCall Now!! Cant say I remember this particular model but the 70s browns are not a turn off for me. !. Very For sale! 1978 Volkswagen Camper Van. side panel of the passenger compartment 1978 Vw Westfalia 2.0L Fuel Injection Runs And Drives Great Factory AC 74,357 Original Miles Brand New Canvas. Sink Stove Icebox All In. LED Interior Light. This bus has remained in dry California since new. 1978 VW Bus Champagne Edition II. This 1978 'Westy' is of the special Champagne Edition II variety, complete with pop-top sleeping area, fridge, sink, and stove. The rear seat backrest can be folded forward or the seat seat can be removed entirely so there is lots of room for cargo. And, again, once youre done;wow! The Volkswagen Bus has been a cultural icon for decades in the automotive world. On the 5th of April the bus arrives in Flushing, The Netherlands. Once a vehicle is purchased through the Buy-It-Now feature, the Buyers fee will be collected. The bus was built in april 1978 and then shipped to the Call 440-371- 41 2 1 . These upgrades was really needed in these VW vans. A recent tune-up has been completed including, plugs, wires and oil change. This is a all original barn find. there is one late baywindow I would ever want to add to my collection than Half-shaft assembly: $45 Headliner: $110 Instrument panel: $110 Master cylinder, brake: $26 Mirror, left: $11 Mirror, right: $76 Radiator: $109 Rocker cover, outer: $45 Side marker light lens: $29 Starter, Bosch, remanufactured: $90 Steering rack and pinion: $260 Strut insert, heavy duty: $53 Tune-up kit: $74 Wheel bearing, front: $35 Ltd.s Uitenhage factory 1973 1978. At Cars For Sale, we believe your search should be as fun as the drive . Click on the image below to view the receipt USA, Columbus via Baltimore, Vincenzo's . 1996 Pontiac Trans Am, Nice black paint on gray leather interior, buckets, center console, AM/FM/CD, A/C, 383 long block with 500HP, 4 bolt main, BBK 58mm power plus dual throttle body, K&. Has new exterior 1978 Volkswagen bus transporter, mint condition, Get notified when we have new listings available for 1978 volkswagen bus. 5th diffferent look than the microbus. extra's, and the 'Saddle Brown' colored parts that were used such as the VW.Bus 4 Cyl Manual Transmission 98K miles Newpaint, the repaint is good quality and shows professionalworkmanship. Are you an InfoNet member or Mecum Customer? Find the best deals for Used Cars in Dallas. The only similarities are certain optional Paint and Upholstery: L97B Ancona-metallic / Ancona Blue (X5) or LE3YPfirsichrot-metallic/Peach Red Metallic (**)paintwork, Hellsand,Hell / Light Sand (V3) cabriolet hood, Ermine (LW) upholstery(smooth vinyl). E.1 The SE Beetles manufactured in Volkswagens European factories 1970 1979. Partial Westfalia interior conversion. He is a 1978 Champagne Edition . That catalytic converter looks like a serious afterthought did they originally even come with them? Sign in now to prevent your Saved Listings from expiring. Original VW logo hubcaps. In the 1978 model year out of over 200,000 Beetles built worldwide and mostly hardtops . The rest of the interior is all original. More info. 1978 Champagne Edition Westfalia Camper on 2040-cars. 067 Final production of first generation Beetles ended at Puebla, Mexico on 30th July, 2003 after 70 years of production worldwide.