The first-generation Volkswagen Transporters are highly valued cars today, especially if we are talking about a 23-window T1 like the one that stars in today’s video. In perfect condition they can exceed six figures and are classics that live in heated garages, moving in trailers to elegance contests. The T1 in this video has traveled almost 30,000 km in the last eight months of 2021It’s not going to be repainted, and it enjoys life to the fullest romping around dirt roads and dirt roads much more effectively than many SUVs.
Before anyone puts their hands to their heads, we are talking about a “barn find” van. That is, a van abandoned for decades in a warehouse or a barn – in this case 38 years old – and rescued to put her back on the road. Instead of a detailed restoration, the Instagram user @calivwbus has left its bodywork in its original state and has restored its mechanics. To older, they have installed some off-road tires on both axlesand have let their ground clearance and excellent off-road dimensions do the rest.
In the future, it will mount a 2.3-liter engine, instead of the 1.6-liter currently mounted.
It doesn’t have traction control, it has only two drive wheels and its differential is open, but thanks to its low weight and excellent dimensions, it doesn’t touch its underbody almost anywhere. The van’s weight isn’t brilliantly distributed, but its rear-engine layout and rear-drive axle help maximize traction. However, your lack of all-wheel drive or differential locks causes it to get stuck many times. However, you will agree with me that it is a most effective, fun and authentic “SUV”.
