1956 Volkswagen Type 2 Deluxe Microbus (23-window Samba)
- Engine
- 1.85L air-cooled flat-four, ~95 hp (upgraded from stock)
- Colour
- Chestnut Brown and Sealing Wax Red
A 1956 Volkswagen Type 2 Deluxe Microbus — commonly known as a Samba — in the factory-original two-tone Chestnut Brown and Sealing Wax Red colour combination. Among the earliest and most desirable 23-window configurations, this nine-passenger example has undergone a comprehensive, professionally executed restoration using predominantly period-correct Volkswagen components, with an engine enlarged to 1,853 cc and rebuilt by Denver-based marque specialist Painters Grinding.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold US$112,000
Competition
No competition history extracted from the catalogue.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Restoration
Comprehensive nut-and-bolt restoration of the entire vehicle, including a mirror-polished two-tone repaint in the original factory colour scheme, correct period-specification interior trim with light brown upholstery and mohair headliner, and restoration of original lighting and bumper components. Safari windows were added front and rear, and a concealed Bluetooth audio system was installed.
Described as no-expense-spared; predominantly original and correct Volkswagen parts used throughout.
- —Engine rebuildPainters Grinding
Engine rebuilt and enlarged from the original displacement to 1,853 cc, producing approximately 95 horsepower and capable of sustained 70 mph cruising. A Freeway Flyer transmission from Benco was also fitted, and the undercarriage was fully detailed.
Workshop located in Denver, Colorado; described as a respected Volkswagen marque specialist.
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