1979 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER

1979 Volkswagen Transporter – Rebuilt 2.0L | Camper Build | Webasto Heat | Adventure Ready

This 1979 Volkswagen Transporter is in driver-quality to show-quality camper condition and presents as a thoughtfully upgraded late-bay VW bus that has been built to be used, not just admired. Owned since 2011, this bus has undergone extensive mechanical refreshing and camper-focused upgrades to create a reliable platform for road trips, camping, skiing, and weekend adventures.

Powered by a professionally rebuilt 2.0L fuel-injected engine with a big bore kit, this Transporter offers the classic Volkswagen experience with substantial improvements in reliability, comfort, and usability.

Engine & Drivetrain

• Professionally rebuilt 2.0L engine

• Big bore kit installed

• Less than 500 miles on rebuild

• Engine installation completed by Heavy Metal Custom Shop (Bellingham, WA)

• Fuel-injected drivetrain

• Transmission recently serviced

• New clutch

• New clutch cable

• Starts easily and runs and drives strong

Recent Mechanical Improvements

• New fuel injectors

• New fuel pump

• All vacuum lines replaced

• New steering box

• New steering linkage

• New speedometer cable

• New front brake calipers

• New front brake pads

• Rear brakes in good condition

• Battery disconnect security switch with key

• Engine compartment fire suppression system

Electrical & Power Systems

• Auxiliary house battery

• Battery charger/isolator system

• Battery voltage meter

• USB charging ports

• LED interior lighting

• Bluetooth audio system

Exterior

• New window seals throughout

• New front door seals

• New rear hatch seals

• New engine hatch seal

• Powder-coated wheels

• 8-ply all-season tires

• Winter tire chains included

• FIAMMA bike rack

• LED taillights with smoked lenses

Interior & Camper Conversion

• Custom wood interior

• Rear bench converts into sleeping platform

• Custom upholstery

• New headliner

• Bamboo flooring

• Sound deadening beneath flooring

• Wood door panels and side panels

• Built-in storage solutions

• Cup holders

• New rear lap belts

• Upgraded retractable front seat belts

Four-Season Camping Features

• Webasto heater

• 3M Thinsulate insulation throughout

  • Doors

  • Walls

  • Ceiling

• Designed for cold-weather camping, skiing, and extended road trips

Additional Notes

This is not a project bus.

It's a well-sorted, extensively upgraded late-bay Transporter that has benefited from long-term ownership and thoughtful improvements focused on reliability and real-world use.

Perfect for:

• camping

• road trips

• beach cruising

• ski trips

• overland-style adventures

• vintage VW enthusiasts

Purchase & Shipping

This vehicle is not currently owned by Butter Classics LLC but will be purchased by us upon buyer commitment. Butter Classics serves as a licensed dealer facilitating the purchase from a third-party seller.

We take possession of title and handle all funds to ensure a secure transaction. Pricing listed reflects our retail sale price and may include sourcing, inspection, transportation, and processing fees.

Vehicle is not located in Boise, Idaho.

Shipping available to the lower 48 states for a flat rate of $850.

Dealer doc fee of $595 applies.

All vehicle details, including photos, mileage, and descriptions, are based on third-party information and believed to be accurate but not guaranteed. Buyers are encouraged to conduct their own due diligence prior to purchase.