It is clear that one of the iconic models in the history of Volkswagen is the Combi. Called Kombi in German, it is closely related to the hippie movement of the 60’s, but the reality is that, in all these years, there were several workshops that reinterpreted it to their liking.
At this time, a classic car sales house is offering a very special version of the Combi, which includes mechanics from none other than Porsche, A first-class interior, and that is seen in impeccable condition. Let’s get to know it in detail.
Volkswagen Combi Samba 1965: History
The history of this Combi is quite particular. In 2007, the English workshop Creative Coachworks received an order from a client, who wanted a Combi that was capable of traveling at 160 km/h on the renowned Autobahn.
The first step was to buy a Combi, and a Combi Samba (luxury variant) was obtained from Japan. One of the first works carried out was to search for the engine and gearbox suitable for the project, which were obtained from a Porsche Carrera from the mid 80’s.
After carrying out the relevant work for the inclusion of the new motor system, work was done on other areas of the Combi’s operation (suspension, brakes, oil and gasoline tanks), bodywork and interior. The result of this restomod, below.
Volkswagen Combi Samba 1965: Main characteristics
As you can imagine, the highlight of the work on the VW Combi Samba is its engine 3.2L Porsche, which works with a box (also from the sports) five-speed manual. While the seller did not release power figures, It is worth mentioning that in the Carrera the engine delivered 231 CV and 209 lb-ft of torque.
On the outside, the Combi Samba already came with twenty windows (21, to be exact). and canvas sunroof, while its inside originally it was already luxurious. In British lands it was restored and added:
Abroad
- Full body restoration
- New windshield, tinted
- anagrams
- Porsche 911 Fuch wheels, 16”
- Continental brand tires
- Exhaust design based on those used on the 911
- White paint (Nissan Pearl White) and black (Peugeot Mica Black)
- Trailer coupling.
Inside
- Modified board, to incorporate clocks to what would be the instrument panel
- Porsche steering wheel
- Inclusion of sofas and a table, forming a kind of living room
- Audio system
- LCD screen and DVD player
- Video game console
- Upholstered in leather for almost the entire interior, whose colors accompany those of the exterior
The 1965 VW Combi Samba is for sale in London, by the dealer DD Classics. For now, its price is not known, although we do not believe that it is very cheap.
