1973 volkswagen kombi 5 sp manual camper

1973 Volkswagen Kombi – Retro RV – “Annie”



Finance and Warranty Available!

Contact Tymon for more information - 0439 689 016



There are few vehicles on earth that turn heads the way this Kombi does — and this one backs up its classic looks with the reliability and character of a fully engineered Retro RV build!

Named “Annie” – this Australian delivered Kombi was converted and complied by Retro RV Australia, completed in 2021. Combining unmistakable style of the iconic VW Kombi with a fuel-injected 2.5 litre EJ253 Subaru engine swap and a thoughtfully appointed camper fit-out – Annie is just as capable on a long weekend road trip as she is parked up at a coastal campsite.



Step inside the rear and you are greeted to a light and breezy, sizable interior with wooden kitchen benches, wood effect floor, high ceilings, a sizable bed in the rear and large opening windows flooding the space with light - ideal for a 2 person getaway.
Behind the wheel feels very much like a standard kombi until you put your foot down – the nose lifts up and the Subaru flat 4 propels you forward with a much faster pace than you’d expect - capable of easily sitting at 110km/h. Standard kombis can’t keep up! Despite the camper body on the back, the Retro RV conversion is surprisingly lightweight at just 1.78 tonne (tare) with good road manners and no swaying as you’d expect from a vehicle this size. You’d easily forget there is a camper bolted to the back!



List of Retro RV modifications:



Exterior:

- Original rear Kombi body cut off and replaced with fully custom RV shell with timeless, classic looking proportions

- ADR-approved personal entry door on passenger side

- Aluminium wind out awning including tent poles with exterior LED light

- Rear pull-out storage compartments next to engine bay

- Chrome extendable mirrors

- Extendable step for entry via side door

- Fully opening side and rear windows



Interior:

- Full camper fit-out including:

- Deep cycle battery with optional solar power

- Full kitchen unit with opening doors for storage beneath wooden benchtop and overhead storage + pantry

- 12/240V upright fridge

- Kitchen sink and tap with 12V water pump

- 43L freshwater storage and 43 water grey water capacity

- Colour coded (light blue) SMEG appliances

- Fold-down dining table that hinges upright onto wall when not in use

- Wood effect vinyl flooring

- Double bed with all linen included in the rear

- Full 12v LED lighting throughout

- Air-conditioning

- Opening windows including pull up fly mesh or privacy screens

- Brown vinyl seats with full adjustability for those long road trips

- Rear view camera with 5 inch display

- Bluetooth head unit



Engine/drivetrain:

- Original Kombi engine has been replaced with a refreshed fuel-injected, 2.5 litre overhead cam EJ253 Subaru engine that included new radiator, coolant hoses, expansion tank, water pump, timing belt, idler pullies, spark plugs etc etc

- Rebuilt Subaru 5 speed gearbox with new clutch and pressure plate (much nicer to drive than the automatics)

- Custom made exhaust system to suit camper conversion



Chassis:

- Extended chassis section at rear to accommodate rear of the RV camper

- Reinforced where necessary



Suspension, Steering & Brakes:

- Light truck tires on white painted Kombi rims

- Completely refreshed suspension with upgraded shocks

- Refreshed brakes with new brake booster



Whether you're chasing sunsets or simply want a van that's as usable as it is beautiful, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of rolling Australian history and quite possibly a great business opportunity as well.



Sold with RWC (if sold in QLD)





Contact Tymon for more information – 0439 689 016

Or Visit our website – www.BgsClassicCars.com.au



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