1974 Volkswagen Type 2 Electric Kombi - Sage Green & White - 44,950km - Bespoke EV Conversion

Overview

This is a genuinely rare proposition: a 1974 Volkswagen Type 2 Kombi that has been comprehensively converted to electric power. The original air-cooled flat-four petrol engine has been replaced with a modern electric drivetrain, making this a functional bridge between classic VW heritage and contemporary zero-emission motoring. The Type 2 remains one of the most culturally significant vehicles ever built, and this particular example represents a thoughtful approach to preservation through electrification rather than scrapping. The conversion retains the iconic silhouette, the spacious seven-seat interior, and the charm of the original whilst delivering silent, torquey electric performance. This is not a restoration; it is a reimagining.

The exterior presents in honest condition consistent with a working vehicle of this age. The sage green and white two-tone paint scheme is period-correct and holds reasonable gloss across the visible panels. The bodywork shows the patina expected of a 1974 van, with minor stone chipping visible on the bonnet leading edge and light weathering on the lower panels. Panel gaps are even and the overall stance is straight. The iconic VW badging is present and correct. Chrome trim shows appropriate age-related oxidation. The windscreen and side windows are intact, and the characteristic curved roof line is uncompromised. Wheels are fitted with period-appropriate whitewalls and present well. The rear hatch and sliding side door operate as designed.

The interior is spacious and functional. The original brown and tan upholstery shows wear consistent with the vehicle's age and kilometres, with visible creasing on the front bench seat and some fading on the rear seating. The original steering wheel is wrapped and the instrument cluster is visible and operational. The dashboard retains its original layout with the characteristic horizontal speedometer. Headlining is intact. The cargo area behind the rear seats provides substantial load space, and the original interior trim panels are present. Seven seats are configured across the cabin, making this a genuine people-mover by 1970s standards.

The electric conversion is the centrepiece of this vehicle. The engine bay houses a modern electric motor, inverter, and associated control systems. Orange high-voltage cabling is clearly visible and properly routed, indicating professional installation. The conversion includes a three-phase charging connector mounted on the rear panel, visible in the photographs. Battery management systems and monitoring equipment are installed beneath the vehicle. The odometer reading of 44,950 kilometres is consistent with the vehicle's age and condition. Vendor advises the conversion was completed to a high standard and the vehicle is fully functional as an electric vehicle. The conversion represents a significant investment in parts and labour, and the resulting vehicle offers genuinely low running costs and zero tailpipe emissions.

At the intersection of classic appeal and modern sustainability, this Kombi occupies a unique market position. Original 1974 Type 2 vans in comparable condition typically guide between AUD $18,000 and $28,000 depending on specification and provenance. Electric conversions of classic vehicles remain niche, with comparable bespoke EV conversions of air-cooled Volkswagens ranging from $35,000 to $65,000 depending on battery capacity, range, and build quality. This example, with its honest patina, functional interior, and completed conversion, represents accessible entry into electric classic motoring without the premium of a full restoration.

Features

* 1974 Volkswagen Type 2 Kombi, original air-cooled design
* Bespoke electric drivetrain conversion with modern motor and inverter
* Three-phase charging connector for AC charging
* Orange high-voltage cabling and battery management systems installed
* Sage green and white two-tone original paint scheme
* Seven-seat configuration (front bench, middle bench, rear bench)
* Original brown and tan upholstery throughout
* Original steering wheel and instrument cluster
* Characteristic curved roof line and iconic VW silhouette intact
* Period-correct whitewall tyres
* Rear hatch and sliding side door operational
* Spacious cargo area behind rear seating
* Right-hand drive configuration
* Odometer reading 44,950 kilometres
* Manual transmission (mechanical systems retained)
* Vendor advises full operational electric conversion

Condition Notes

* Minor stone chipping visible on bonnet leading edge
* Light weathering and patina on lower body panels consistent with age
* Chrome trim shows age-related oxidation
* Front bench seat upholstery shows creasing and wear
* Rear seating upholstery shows fading consistent with age and use
* Interior headlining intact but shows age-appropriate wear
* Conversion work visible in engine bay; professional installation apparent

Specifications

Year: 1974
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Type 2 Kombi
Body: Van
Drivetrain: Electric motor conversion
Transmission: Manual (mechanical systems retained)
Drive: Rear wheel drive
Odometer: 44,950 kilometres
Colour: Sage green and white
Seats: 7
Steering: Right hand drive
CHASSIS: 2242173375

(Key #C17)

Lloyds stock #584701+1

Location of item: 18 Paradise Road, Acacia Ridge, QLD, Australia

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