VW Bay Window T2 Bus/Surfboards Birch Green/White

VW Bay Window T2 Bus/Surfboards Birch Green/White

1:120 Scale model produced in finely detailed High Quality Diecast Metal. This model features lots of expertly applied details as based on the prototype.

Features

• 1:120 Scale Model
• High Quality Diecast Metal

Details:

The Volkswagen Bay Window T2 Bus is an iconic van produced by Volkswagen between 1967 and 1979 in Germany, with production continuing in Brazil and other countries for decades thereafter. As the successor to the original Type 2 (T1), the T2 introduced a more modern design, improved comfort, and increased practicality, while retaining the rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout and air-cooled flat-four engine that made its predecessor legendary.

Nicknamed the “Bay Window” due to its large, curved front windscreen, the T2 offered greater interior space, enhanced visibility, and improved handling. It was available in multiple configurations, including panel vans, minibuses, campervans, and pickups, making it popular for commercial, leisure, and family use. The T2 quickly became associated with 1960s and 1970s counterculture, symbolising freedom, travel, and the open road, cementing its place in automotive history.

For model collectors, the Volkswagen Bay Window T2 Bus is highly sought after for its timeless design, cultural significance, and versatile applications. Its distinctive silhouette, colourful liveries, and wide range of versions make it ideal for die-cast and scale models. Collectors value the T2 Bus for its heritage, nostalgic appeal, and status as a symbol of adventure, making it a standout addition to any collection of classic European vans or historic vehicles.