1965 Original Paint VW Bus Sportsmobile Camper

For sale is a 1965 Original Paint "Sportsmobile" Camper. If you are looking for a genuine original paint bus that you can have a blast in from the day you purchase it then look no further.

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The gearing to low when I bought this bus so I had the transmission and RGB's overhauled to stock big nut specifications by Kelly at The Bug Stop here in North Texas(picture of receipt below). The camping interior major monuments are all made by Sportsmobile, mid 1960's camper manufacturer for VW. The bay icebox is custom fit for use in a split window bench seat model. It has a very nice period correct built in two burner propane stove on top of the ice box that works great. Between the ice box and jump seat is a small storage cabinet that I use to hold the propane bottles. The jump seat back hinges aft for more storage behind it and the seat itself hinges to the side for even more storage underneath and has a camper manufacturer installed potty. While I have not used it, t could serve as a "honey bucket" for the wife or kids on a road trip. The rest of the wood paneling was fabricated and installed by me.
Curtain material is doubled, eavy duty looking and does a great job blocking light as well as simulating an outer space environment. Tires are Hankook RA08s with 90% tread life left. This camper comes with a really nice, ool canvas self standing awning/tent. Green and white striped, t really looks great next to this Velvetgreen bus. The top piece is fringed and it has four side pieces that zipper together for enclosure. The poles are all original and can be secured to the side of the bus. The short securing pieces that attach the unit to the bus are adjustable to fit any position lengthwise. Inside the tented area is large and roomy. I have used this setup when camping with a double cab and it works great for that application as well, o if you have a couple of different buses this tent/awning is a really nice addition and I've never seen another quite like it. The wonderful thing about this unit is when you pull into your campsite you set up the tent part and secure your stuff inside then you can drive off, o your thing, hen come back and your campsite hasn't been taken. The canvas is generally very clean with some few very small wear holes on two of the four side panels but it comes with an original, arge repair piece section if you are overly concerned and need to mend it. The rear shelf/bed cushion is new and I have the matching vinyl to cover it. Other than covering the cushion with the supplied material, his camper needs nothing for immediate enjoyment. Even this minor detail can be postponed as desired.

This bus runs, hifts and drives and stops great. Overall it is very solid. See pictures for condition, etails etc. as the link has many pictures and feel free to ask any questions. Inner valance and lower nose are perfect. The original paint is still thick and buffs nice. The patina on the roof should be considered a piece of art. It also has its share of PO hacks due to having a gas heater installed at some point but nothing of major significance. I have included pictures of everything I could think of in the link. Of note are a strip about 1 inch by 5 inch cut from either side of the engine bay. I have welded steel to the underside to fill the gaps. The radio area in the dash has been enlarged. I have an original Velvetgreen dash repair section that is included with the sale.

Other highlights;

One key for all door locks and ignition. All electrical systems work as advertised. Wiper motor still 6V. Dome light in the camper area is a Sundial style and has a new (NOS?) cover. I put a LED light bulb in it to reduce the heat level when left on indefinitely to stop the plastic from heat bubbling and to prevent draining the battery. All new cab interior kick, verhead and door panels.. Fat Mat installed throughout and really does make a difference. New high quality linoleum type flooring in the camper area that is durable and looks very close to the style used in the 60's. The bumpers are in excellent condition and have been painted. The engine is a 1600 DP, ileage unknown that runs great with a new carburetor and NOS generator that I bought at OCTO in 2001. Recent complete brake job, eplacing shoes, heel cylinders, oft brake lines, aster cylinder and drums turned. Bus stops firmly and straight. All crank out jalousie windows work and have screens. I will let the pictures tell the rest. Clear Texas title in my name. Chrome hubcaps as shown. As stated this is an original paint bus so nothing is hidden. It drives great and like most bus owners, ever had plans on selling.

This bus is for sale locally and I may end this auction at any time. I have described and pictured all known defects so there will be no surprises, nd as an original paint vehicle, othing is hidden. I think you are way ahead with an original paint bus as opposed to potentially shoddy work hidden under a "Shiny New Paint Bus". Don't let yourself learn this lesson the hard way.

Immediate deposit of $250 required if winning bidder. Balance due within 7 days. Pay entire bid amount and I will refund your PayPal deposit. You can call or text me at 817-584-8860.

No overseas bidders please.

Good Luck and Happy Bidding!