1971 Volkswagen Bus/Vanagon

Volkswagen Bus Van Camper

1.6L flat four-cylinder engine

Four-speed Manual

2312043507

Clear

Gasoline

1971 Volkswagen Bus painted by artist Jason McCarty, who died in 2016 ‘Ghost Ship’ warehouse fire in CA Click the icon to hear our commercial! CALL US TODAY 636-600-4600 sales@motoexotica.com MotoeXotica Classic Cars will ensure your online buying experience will be a pleasurable one from start to finish. We have been selling classic and exotic cars exclusively since 1987! We have been a pioneer and trusted, top-rated eBay seller since 1999 with thousands of positive feedbacks and are a proud member of the BBB with an A+ rating! We are located in St. Louis, Missouri in a brick and mortar 60,000 sq. ft. building under one roof on 5 acres with over 200 cars in stock. To secure a car, we ask for a nominal $500.00 deposit and give you a 7-day grace period to inspect the car. If you or an agent, upon completion of a scheduled inspection at our St. Louis location, find the car not to your liking, we will refund your deposit with no questions asked. This is unique to our industry! 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Please see my "ME" Page for classic cars, sport & exotic cars, muscle cars, antique & vintage cars, rat & hot rods, motorcycles and more all listed on eBay. 1971 Volkswagen Bus painted by artist Jason McCarty, who died in 2016 ‘Ghost Ship’ warehouse fire in CA Description 1971 Volkswagen Bus Early work by Jason McCarty, an Iowa artist who died in the “Ghost Ship” warehouse fire in Oakland, CA in December 2016 Every vertical exterior surface has been transformed into a work of art; roof is silver Autographed by the artist Custom interior 1.6L flat four-cylinder engine Four-speed manual transmission 12-volt electrical system Power brakes Documentation includes photos of Jason creating his art, photos of the completed work, high school photos of the artist and Iowa newspaper articles about the fire On December 16, 2016, a fire started in a warehouse located off of Fruitvale Avenue in Oakland, California. Now known as the “Ghost Ship” Fire, unfortunately 36 people died in the blaze. Artist Jason McCarty was one of them. This VW Bus represents one of his early works completed before he moved to California and it is autographed by McCarty. It was originally a blank red canvas. An Iowa native, he created art from a very early age. McCarty, 36, dabbled in a variety of media – illustrations, design, photography, painting and music. He moved to California in approximately 2006, when he began his master’s coursework at the San Francisco Art Institute. The van’s nose is a mélange of warm hues in sun-like pattern. Moving around to the driver’s side, the yellows and oranges become part of a fire-breathing dragon’s exhalations. Past the driver’s door the dragon’s body undulates and a possible underwater scene hovers above the dragon’s back. Over the left rear wheel is a hippie panorama, complete with rainbow, peace signs and other traditional symbols. A large green frog occupies the driver’s D-pillar. Arcing across the rear is an emotive set of sun and moon phases, complete with a long red-and-white stocking cap on the moon. The passenger D-pillar bears a character who would look at home in J.R.R. Tolkien’s “Lord of the Rings” trilogy. Down the passenger side is a very mystical and psychedelic scene, with mushrooms, a Willy Wonka-like character and other images of which Tom Petty would have enjoyed. The paint and trim are in overall very good order, as are its glass panels and lights. The van’s bodywork is straight while its cargo area is in very good order, however the heater boxes for the engine are missing. The black bumpers are in very good order. The van rolls on Douglas radials, size 185/75R14 at all four corners. The tires are in decent condition and each one surrounds a steel wheel topped with a vented factory wheel cover. Inside, the newer shag carpet and upholstery are eye-catching. The seats are in excellent order while the matching shag carpet is in very good condition. The headliner is satisfactory, as is the two-spoke steering wheel. The black instrument panel and inner door panels are in very good condition. The fuel gauge is inoperable. Rounding out the interior is a Sony AM/FM stereo. The side entry door has been ingeniously transformed from a slider to a hinged “suicide” door, making it very unique. In late 1967, the second generation of the Volkswagen Type 2 (T2) was introduced. It was built in Germany until 1979. Models before 1971 are often called the T2a (or “Early Bay.”) This second-generation Type 2 lost its distinctive split front windshield and was slightly larger and considerably heavier than its predecessor. Its common nicknames are Bread loaf and Bay-window, or Loaf and Bay for short. At 1.6 L, the new engine with dual intake ports on each cylinder head was also slightly larger. The battery and electrical system was upgraded to 12 volts, making it incompatible with electric accessories from the previous generation. The new model also did away with the swing axle rear suspension and transfer boxes previously used to raise ride height. Instead, half-shaft axles fitted with constant velocity joints raised ride height without the wild changes in camber of the Beetle-based swing axle suspension. The updated Bus transaxle is usually sought after by off-road racers using air-cooled Volkswagen components. The first models featured rounded bumpers incorporating a step for use when the door was open (replaced by indented bumpers without steps on later models), front doors that opened to 90° from the body, no lip on the front guards, unique engine hatches and crescent air intakes in the D-pillars. An important change came with the introduction of front disc brakes and new roadwheels with brake ventilation holes and flatter hubcaps. Up until 1972, front indicators are set low on the nose rather than high on either side of the fresh air grille – giving rise to their being nicknamed “Low Lights.” Competition to this Volkswagen in 1971 included Chevrolet’s G-Series Van, Dodge’s B-100, Ford’s Econoline, GMC’s VanDura. Documentation includes photos of Jason creating his art, photos of the completed work, high school photos of the artist and Iowa newspaper articles about the fire. This is more than a typical Volkswagen Bus, this is an artist’s rolling mural from a segment of his life. If you are interested in this unique VW, please stop by MotoeXotica Classic Cars as soon as possible. PLEASE CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR YOU TUBE VIDEO! OR COPY AND PASTE THE LINK BELOW INTO YOUR WEB BROWSER: https://youtu.be/0CE2y5r6hik This car is currently located at our facility in St. Louis, Missouri. Current mileage on the odometer shows 62,881 miles. It is sold as is, where is, on a clean and clear, mileage exempt title. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!! VIN: 2312043507 Note: Please see full terms and conditions listed below that pertain to the purchase of any said vehicle, thank you. Specifications Asking Price: Miles: 62,880 VIN: 2312043507 Year: 1971 Make: Volkswagen Model: Bus Title: Clear Warranty: No Condition: Used Options: Engine: 1.6L Four-cylinder Transmission: Four-speed Manual Body: Bus Doors: 3 Stock Number: 180418 Lot Number: Exterior: Custom/multicolored Interior: Peach Video Terms & Condtions ALL SALES ARE FINAL WITH CAR BEING SOLD WHERE/IS, AS/IS. ! TO BID YOU MUST BE OVER 18 and pay with a money order, cashier’s check or wire transfer. Please do not bid without the intent to finalize this transaction. Sorry, NO bid retractions allowed, ask questions BEFORE you bid. Your bid is a binding contract. EBay is an advertising tool and many of our vehicles sell before the auction ends. Call us today at 636-600-4600 to make this vehicle yours! Seller reserves the right to end auction early. We ask for a nominal $500.00 refundable deposit. This is unique to our industry! Motoexotica Classic Cars has been a part of eBay Motors since 1999 and has maintained a great reputation and 100% positive feedback. We would like to keep it that way for future customers! The Vehicle is being sold by a Licensed State of Missouri Dealer (Motoexotica Classic Cars, LLC). You will need to check with your local government for any special rules regarding these older vehicles passing any inspections. We will not be held liable for any vehicle not passing inspection. The vehicle is offered with a right to a personal inspection by any bidder or agent. If you or an agent upon completion of a scheduled inspection at our St. Louis location finds the car not to your liking, we will refund your deposit with no questions asked. Feedback MUST be left before the vehicle is released to the buyer/agent/shipper. If you are the high bidder and unable to inspect said vehicle before auction close, you or an agent will have seven (7) days to inspect said vehicle after the close of auction. I encourage a physical inspection strongly to avoid any misunderstandings or representations. All disputes arising out of or resulting from this sale shall be finally determined by binding arbitration in St. Louis, Missouri in accordance with the commercial rules of arbitration of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall be carried out by one or more arbitrators in accordance with said rules. Any award shall be enforceable in any court of competent jurisdiction in the same manner as judgments. This agreement to arbitrate shall survive the sale of the automobile described herein. Buyer and Seller hereby agree that Missouri law shall control for all purposes under this Bill of Sale. 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The fully-executed forms must be returned to the Seller prior to the shipment of said vehicle. Original paperwork will be sent to Buyer via USPS Priority Mail within ten (10) days from date of final payment. Transportation For a quote on shipping anywhere in the world, please feel free to email us at sales@Motoexotica.com or call 636-600-4600. We will give you an estimated cost for open and enclosed transport or overseas. We are happy to accommodate our international buyers! Over the last several decades we have exported thousands of cars to Norway, Germany, Estonia, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, Alaska, Costa Rica, Brazil, British Columbia, Canada and many other locations around the world. Overseas shipments will be placed into a steel container for safe sea passage or optional roll-on/roll-off (RoRo). We take care of all the details and paperwork. All you have to do is collect the car at your nearest port and enjoy! Please note that we are not a transport company and only offer this service as a convenience to our customers. You are more than welcome to arrange your own shipping. Transportation will commence only after final payment and signed documentation are received. Financing We offer financing through many of the best lenders in the industry. They are currently offering very attractive rates for all collector and special interest automobiles. With loan amounts from $10,000 to $500,000, and flexible terms of up to 12 years, you can finance the car of your dreams. Call us at 636-600-4600 for additional details. Warranty ALL SALES ARE FINAL WITH CAR BEING SOLD WHERE IS, AS IS! The vehicle is offered with a right to a personal inspection by any bidder or agent of any bidder. The vehicle is available for inspection prior to bidding. If you are the high bidder and unable to inspect said vehicle before auction close, you or an agent will have (7) days to inspect said vehicle after the close of auction. I encourage a physical inspection strongly to avoid any misunderstandings or representations. All used vehicles should be assumed to have some degree of wear. No vehicle is perfect to everyone. Each vehicle has its strengths, styles, tendencies and shortcomings. Therefore, despite our best efforts to verify a vehicle’s mechanical condition, we are not able to warranty a manufacturer’s workmanship or previous owner’s diligence in care. It is for this reason that all vehicles are sold ”WHERE/IS, AS/IS”. We have described the above mentioned vehicle to the best of our ability. However, with all classic and exotic vehicles, the condition is subjective. Please be advised that no oral or written statements concerning any vehicle constitutes a representation or warranty of the condition of the said vehicle. 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