“the camping part of the interior displays significant Westfalia influence” Volkswagen took a smart approach when developing its Type 2s through the 1950s, resulting in a very complete line of vehicles, each serving specific purposes. Some commercial models such as the Single Cab and Panel Van were designed to carry varied cargo, others had a duty to transport (somewhat) comfortably seven or eight people. Then there was the multitude of specialist conversions, from cherry pickers to tipper trucks, all with a specific purpose in mind.
During the Split Window era (1950-’67), customers could buy three versions of the popular people movers. Budget conscious clients might order the plain 11-window Kombi, with its primer-finished cargo compartment, available with or without seats in the cabin.
At the other end of Volkswagen’s model…
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