Description
Looking for retro adventures? This 1981 VW T3 is perfect for road trip and vintage vehicle enthusiasts, robust, well maintained and ready to hit the road. Technical specifications: - Engine: 1. 6 CT petrol (50 bhp) aircooled, robust and durable. - Transmission: 4 speed. - Estimated fuel consumption: 10l/ 100 km. - Registered: 25/ 10/ 1982.
- Classified as a "Collection Vehicle" since 2018 (low-cost insurance / preservation of its value over time / CT only every 5 years). Technical inspection: The latest technical inspection, carried out on 09/ 10/ 2024 and valid until 08/ 10/ 2029, was favourable with only minor points (no major repairs required): - Rear lighting: small light source partially defective.
- Chassis: slight deformation with no mechanical impact (rear spar or crossmember); - Exhaust: device damaged, but no leak or risk of fall; - Body: panel slightly damaged, with no impact on structure; - Floor: minor wear on right-hand rear side. All these points have no impact on the vehicle's safety or reliability. History and maintenance: - 8-seater registration document.
- Odometer blocked at 69, 132 km, actual mileage estimated at 130, 000 km (details visible on invoices). - Full history since 1982 with all maintenance invoices archived. - I am the 5ᵉ owner. - Own technical checks since acquisition in 2015 (available on request). - Healthy vehicle (come and see for yourself). The only point of corrosion reported in 2015 has been treated, since then, nothing to report. Accessories included: - Several sets of new keys - New brake pads - New spare air filter and fuel filter - FIAMMA chocks - Set of new insulating curtains - New hydraulic bottle jack - Spare wheel - 140x200 slatted bed base Practical and flexible fittings, two solutions: 1. A fold-down bench seat with custom-made mattress for a quick bed, ideal for two adults during your impromptu stops. 2. A 140x200 slatted base (included) that installs in 30 seconds, allowing you to use a real mattress for longer stays. Whichever sleeping arrangement you choose, you'll still have enough space to unfold the table and stow your belongings under the bed and in the front, thanks to the flat engine that maximises interior space. - Several storage spaces available and auxiliary battery.
- Excellent base for doing your own installations if you so wish. - Vehicle maintenance and oil changes carried out regularly. - Front brake callipers replaced as new. - Tyres in good condition with 80% wear remaining. - Ceramic treatment of gearbox and engine carried out by FLUIDCAR in Baillargues, specialists in the field.
- Starts at a quarter of a turn, covers all distances with a very nice sound. - Simple and solid original mechanics, controlled maintenance costs. - Robust engine, never overheated, even in the middle of summer in traffic jams. - Passes easily under 2. 10 m barriers, big difference in accessibility to certain spots (e. g. beaches).
I've had a great time on the road with this T3, whether in Northern Spain, Brittany, the Landes or the Vendée, it's always been comfortable and reliable, perfect for carefree journeys. A retro travel classic. This type of vehicle, aircooled and with a full history, is hard to find. Contact me now for more information or to arrange a test drive. See you soon!
