Volkswagen Type 2 T2
The quintessential counterculture icon, refined for the seventies with a 'bay window' and improved power.
- Power
- 66 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 35.0 s
- Top speed
- 78 mph
- Est. value
- $13k–$42k
About the Volkswagen Type 2 T2
The second-generation Volkswagen Type 2, known as the T2 or 'Bay Window', replaced the original 'Split Screen' in 1967 with a larger body and a single-piece curved windscreen. The 1972 model year is a significant 'crossover' period, featuring the early-style rounded bumpers alongside the newly introduced 1.7-litre Type 4 'pancake' engine and front disc brakes. While it lacks the ultimate investment value of the T1, the T2 offers a more usable driving experience thanks to its improved rear suspension and increased power. It remains a global symbol of the 1970s counterculture movement and a staple of the vintage camper and van community.
Volkswagen Type 2 T2 specs
The Volkswagen Type 2 T2 produces 66 bhp (49 kW) and 114 Nm (84 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 35.0 seconds and has a top speed of 78 mph (125 km/h).
| Make | Volkswagen |
|---|---|
| Model | Type 2 |
| Generation | T2 |
| Trim | Type 2 Bay Window Microbus |
| Years | 1967–1979 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Minibus |
| Country | Germany |
| Original price | About $3,400 when new |
| Engine | 1.7-litre air-cooled flat-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,679 cc (1.7 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 66 bhp (49 kW) at 4,800 rpm |
| Torque | 114 Nm (84 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 35.0 s |
| Top speed | 78 mph (125 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,240 kg (2,734 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 53 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Volkswagen Type 2 T2 worth?
A typical Volkswagen Type 2 T2 is estimated to be worth $13,000 – $42,000 (about £9,700 – £31,000).
Its original price when new was about $3,400.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Volkswagen Type 2 T2 rarity in CarSpot
The Volkswagen Type 2 T2 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 22 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Volkswagen Type 2 T2 fun facts
- The 1972 model is often called a 'crossover' because it retains the early rounded bumpers but introduces the larger engine and tall rear lights of later models.
- The 1.7-litre engine introduced in 1972 was borrowed from the Volkswagen Type 4 (411/412) and featured a flatter 'pancake' design to improve cooling.
- While German production ended in 1979, the T2 continued to be manufactured in Brazil until 2013, eventually receiving a water-cooled engine.
