Volkswagen T3 Carthago (1990)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
• 144 photos
• Video including drive
• Second-hand
• Appraisal report with a grade of 2 available
• Comprehensive refurbishment in 2022 (including partial engine overhaul, new clutch)

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1990
• First registration: January 15, 1990, Germany
• Engine: 1.9-liter gasoline engine with 57 kW (77 hp)
• Transmission: Manual
• Exterior color: White
• Interior: Original Carthogo interior in gray
• TÜV valid until 06/2026

Condition

Exterior

• Exterior color is white (original Carthago)
• In 2022, the body was repaired by a master body and paint specialist, partially tin-plated, and repainted
• The paint and body are in very good condition with only minor signs of wear
• There is no known rust
• The driver's side shows larger scratches

Interior

• The vehicle is equipped with original Carthago interior fittings
• The interior is in good condition with minor age-related signs of wear
• The interior was designed by the first owner, who was himself an employee at Carthago

Mechanics

• The Carthago is ready to drive immediately
• The engine was removed and partially overhauled in 2022 and runs flawlessly
• New clutch, pressure plate, and release bearing installed in 2022
• There are no known technical defects

History

Ownership history

• 2 owners: current owner, family-owned
• 1st owner: Carthago employee

Service history

• 2022: Comprehensive bodywork restoration by a master bodywork and paint specialist (repair, partial tin plating, repainting)
• 2022: Engine removed and partially disassembled; new clutch, pressure plate, and release bearing installed
• June 20, 2024: Passed TÜV general inspection with minor defects
• Rubber seals on all doors, tailgate, and pop-up roof also replaced

Documents

• German vehicle documents
• Valuation report from Jaime Iglesias Automotive Appraisal Office (Grade 2)
• TÜV general inspection dated June 20, 2024

Summary

For sale is a 1990 Volkswagen T3 with a Carthago camper conversion and German first registration. The vehicle underwent a comprehensive restoration in 2022: The bodywork was repaired by a master body and paint specialist, partially tin-plated, and repainted in the original color; in addition, the engine, clutch, pressure plate, and release bearing were replaced. A valuation report from the automotive appraisal firm Jaime Iglesias certifies the vehicle with a grade of 2, and it passed the TÜV general inspection in June 2024. The T3 Carthago is a well-maintained and freshly restored classic with H-license plate potential for enthusiasts of the legendary Bulli camper van.