1956 Volkswagen Transporter Type 2 23-Window Wagon For Sale

Price: $159,900 Make an Offer

Type: Used
Year: 1956
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Transporter
Body Style: Bus
Trans: Manual
Engine: 1600cc
Mileage: 99686
Stock: 2696
VIN: 00001626810000000
Ext Color: Red
Int Color: Tan

1956 Volkswagen Transporter Type 2 23-Window Wagon for sale! Motorcar Classics is proud to present this highly collectible 1956 Volkswagen Type 2 23-Window Wagon, an exceptional piece of early automotive history. As one of the highly coveted, early Wolfsburg-built models, this hand-assembled Transporter features the unique rear transmission mount crossmembera distinct hallmark of its hand-crafted origins that separates it from later automated assembly line production. For the serious Volkswagen collector, this rare structural detail represents the pinnacle of early T1 collectibility.

This meticulously preserved vehicle has spent its life in the arid climates of Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona, resulting in a completely rust-free bodyan absolute rarity for a VW of this vintage. It still carries its clean Arizona title and is finished in a striking black-over-red exterior with a refined beige interior. A period-correct rooftop luggage rack and wide whitewall tires complete its timeless, iconic look.

While purists will appreciate its documented historical lineage, this 23-Window Wagon has been thoughtfully upgraded with a circa 1970 VW 1,600 cc engine. This period-correct displacement upgrade significantly enhances modern drivability, offering the added power and cooling necessary to comfortably cruise at modern speeds. It successfully transforms a static museum piece into a turn-key classic designed for reliable driving pleasure, improved road safety, and effortless touring.

Don't miss the opportunity to acquire a pristine, hand-built example of one of the world's most recognizable and beloved classic vehicles.

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1956 Volkswagen Transporter Type 2 23-Window Wagon for sale! Motorcar Classics is proud to present this highly collectible 1956 Volkswagen Type 2 23-Window Wagon, an exceptional piece of early automotive history. As one of the highly coveted, early Wolfsburg-built models, this hand-assembled Transporter features the unique rear transmission mount crossmembera distinct hallmark of its hand-crafted origins that separates it from later automated assembly line production. For the serious Volkswagen collector, this rare structural detail represents the pinnacle of early T1 collectibility.

This meticulously preserved vehicle has spent its life in the arid climates of Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona, resulting in a completely rust-free bodyan absolute rarity for a VW of this vintage. It still carries its clean Arizona title and is finished in a striking black-over-red exterior with a refined beige interior. A period-correct rooftop luggage rack and wide whitewall tires complete its timeless, iconic look.

While purists will appreciate its documented historical lineage, this 23-Window Wagon has been thoughtfully upgraded with a circa 1970 VW 1,600 cc engine. This period-correct displacement upgrade significantly enhances modern drivability, offering the added power and cooling necessary to comfortably cruise at modern speeds. It successfully transforms a static museum piece into a turn-key classic designed for reliable driving pleasure, improved road safety, and effortless touring.

Don't miss the opportunity to acquire a pristine, hand-built example of one of the world's most recognizable and beloved classic vehicles.

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