1965 | Volkswagen T1 Samba

This Volkswagen T1 Doka (double cab) was first registered on September 15th, 1965 and is one of the most iconic utility vehicles of its era. With its 1,584 cc flat-four boxer engine, 4-speed manual gearbox and unique double-cab configuration, this example blends functionality with charm. Thanks to a professional restoration, it presents today in perfect condition and is ready to be admired.

Our Oldtimerfarm inspection team has compiled the following report.

Technical data

- Make: Volkswagen
- Model: T1 Doka (Double cab)
- Year: 1965
- Engine: 1,584 cc flat-four boxer
- Transmission: 4-speed manual
- Drive: Rear-wheel drive
- Colour: Red–White (Ruby Red and Perlweiss)
- Mileage: 9,951 km (indicated)
- Chassis no.: 265000679

Condition and remarks

- Bodywork: Professionally restored
- Paintwork: Professionally restored – excellent condition
- Underside: Professionally restored – fitted with front disc brakes and additional oil cooler – treated with Dinitrol
- Tyres: Good tread but old (2015, limited usability)
- Interior & top: Professionally restored – soft top renewed – carpets in very good condition – interior redone in Germany
- Engine bay: Professionally restored
- Engine: Professionally restored – 1,600 cc, 12V, electronic ignition, alternator, 4-in-1 exhaust, additional oil cooler
- Gearbox: Professionally overhauled with reducers – long ring & pinion installed
- Brakes: Working properly – front disc brakes
- Handbrake: Working properly
- Electrical system: Horn, wipers, heater and dashboard functional
- Lights: Functional
- Suspension & axles: Working properly – slight play at rear

Additional restoration history

- 2014: Professionally restored – major bodywork with replacement of all panels, full paint in Ruby Red & Perlweiss.
- Later resprayed in Hannover at VW in colours close to original.
- Bed frame and canvas reproduced as original, later lowered for garage fitment.
- Spent several years in Spain; driven without issues to the owner’s holiday home.

Strengths

- Rare T1 double cab in perfect condition
- Fully and professionally restored – body, underside, driveline, interior

Available for viewing at Oldtimerfarm, Lobulckstraat 9, 9880 Aalter.
Request the full inspection report via info@oldtimerfarm.be or call +32(0)472.40.13.38.
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