Volkswagen Typ 181 Kurierwagen "Kübel" (1971)

Highlights and general information

A 1971 VW Type 181 Kübel in Special Revenna Green with blue leather interior is for sale.

Highlights

• First registered in Germany, with TÜV and ready to drive in very good condition.
• Extensively restored, with almost €40,000 invested in the vehicle by the previous owner. The following items have been installed, among others:
• Weber twin carburettors (Type 4)
• K&N air filter
• CSP Products exhaust system
• Kerscher brake system
• Stainless steel bumpers
• MOMO wooden steering wheel
• High-quality wood trim and wood flooring with inlays in the interior
• New tires
• 5-spoke Heritage rims fitted
• Unique design, extremely rare
• The VW was professionally repainted during restoration
• Dust cover is available

General information about the vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 1971
• First registration: Germany, 1971
• Location: 25451 Quickborn, Germany
• Number of previous owners: unknown
• Accident-free
• TÜV until 04/26
• Ready to drive, with German registration
• Restored

Model history

The VW Type 181 Kurierwagen, a military off-road vehicle, was initially produced exclusively for the German Armed Forces from 1968 onwards. It quickly earned the nickname "Kübel" among soldiers. Manufactured until 1980, this robust and versatile vehicle later found its way into other government agencies and private hands.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

• Color: Special Revenna Green
• Interior with blue leather upholstery with green contrasting elements
• Three-spoke wooden steering wheel from MOMO
• Wood trim and wood flooring with inlays
• Expertly repainted

Engine and transmission:

• 2.1-litre engine with 163 hp
• Manual transmission
• Last engine service in May 2023

Mileage:

• 999 km (read)
• Mileage cannot be verified
• No service history available

Documentation

• (German) vehicle documents, TÜV and service reports, invoices
  
  

Tires, brakes, bodywork & underbody:

• Tires: from 2015, very good tread
• Brakes: As new
• The underbody is rust-free, welded, preserved, and cavity-sealed
• Please view the photo gallery and videos to get a better impression of the vehicle's condition.

Known defects

• No major defects known
• Please view the photo gallery and videos to get further impressions of the vehicle's condition.

Summary

In short, this unique VW Type 181 Kübel is a real highlight. It has been extensively restored in the recent past, with no expense or effort spared. The result is impressive, as this VW cannot be found in this condition anywhere else. Furthermore, the Kübel is roadworthy with TÜV and German registration. Collectors and enthusiasts have a virtually unique opportunity to soon call such a rarity their own.