1963 VOLKSWAGEN 23-WINDOW SAMBA BUS

This 1963 Volkswagen 23-window bus strikes a lovely balance between old-world charm and modern-day equipment. Presented in a traditional two-tone yellow and white color combination this 23-window bus rolls on 17? Budnik wheels and an adjustable suspension system. Powered by a twin-carburetor 120hp horizontally opposed 2110cc 4-cylinder engine with a Freeway Flyer 4-speed manual transmission. The power is kept in check with 4-wheel disc brakes. Equipped with Safari front and rear windows and a vintage-style roof rack this bus is fitted with a TMI interior of tan white and light brown complementing and offsetting the exterior color scheme. This bus is packed with the subtle custom touches inside and out. Officially known as the Samba or Sunroof Deluxe these 23-window vans were first introduced in 1951 and marketed as the plushest people mover available from Volkswagen. They featured pivoting side doors as opposed to the sliding unit a fabric sunroof and of course all of the windows providing a panoramic view.

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