Monday, September 15, 2014

The Combi (Flower Power)

The Volkswagen Type 2, is known officially as the Transporter, Kombi and Microbus. It is a Panel Van introduced in 1950 by German Automaker.

Volkswagen as its second car model after they had created Type 1, the VW Beetle, or Bug. The Type 2, or VW Kombi Van, gave rise to forward control competitors in the US in the 1960's, including the Ford Econoline, the DodgeA100 and the Chevie Corvair 95 Corvan

This Kombi Van has received numerous nicknames like the Microbus, Minibus and the Hippie Van. The Type 2, or VW Kombi Van, was among the first "Forward Control" vans in which the driver was placed above the front road wheels. This van also was unique because it was rear engine. This made it advantageous in traction and interior noise. This van was available as a Panel Van which was a delivery van without side windows or rear seats. There were many Type 2's available including the Samba Bus with skylight windows and a cloth sunroof.

This was a unique and highly popular van that you have to add to your collection today!
Side view R500

Front view

Angle view

Back angle view

Top view








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