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Classic Auto Can Insure Your Volkswagen Type 2 Bus

Do you know how good it feels to hit the open road in a vintage bus and just take it easy? Of course you do! That’s because you own a true treasure of automotive history: The Volkswagen Type 2 Bus. There’s nothing else on Earth like it. 

It goes by many names. In Germany, they just call it the Kombi. Here in the states, people call it the VW bus, the VW van, the transporter, the T2, the V2, the microbus, the hippie van, or by its very own pet name from a loving owner. Whatever you call it, your bus is like a piece of your heart – fun-loving, freedom-seeking, and always up for an adventure.

An Automotive Icon is Born

The VW Type 2 was a product of the late 1940s when Dutch Volkswagen importer Ben Pon noticed the quirky usefulness of transport vans in the Netherlands. He doodled a concept for a boxy little VW bus where the driver sat far forward, leaving a large space for goods to cart around. This became the Type 1 bus.

Volkswagen engineers continued to tinker with the box bus concept and set their sights on a Type 2 model built for fun, rather than function. In a stroke of genius that would change the auto world forever, they repurposed the big block of interior space so it could be used for socializing, surfing, camping, vacationing, and even riding full-time on the road. 

Suddenly, the VW bus became more than a vehicle. It became a lifestyle.

Of course, the early Type 2 prototypes had poor aerodynamics and the chassis had to be reworked from the original Type 1 for added durability and comfort. Engineers solved these problems with a keen eye on style, which led directly to the vehicle’s famous smooth-but-boxy look and split-vee windshield.

By 1951, multiple models were rolling off the production line in a rainbow of colors: the Kombi, the Commercial, the Microbus, and the Deluxe Microbus, just for starters. By the end of the 1960s, there were panel vans, ambulance models, pickup truck variations, and much more.

Why the Hippie Bus Will Never Die

The VW Type 2 went far beyond a mode of transportation. During a time of cultural upheaval and transformation in the U.S., it stood as a symbol of the American counterculture. It protested rampant consumerism with a big, rainbow-colored peace sign that told the world you were doing things your own way.

The bus resonated with buyers who wanted something out of the ordinary. About 9,500 VW Type 2s were snapped up quickly in the first model year and limited quantities were made each year thereafter. Although Volkswagen has periodically announced an impending cease in production, each time something has come along to keep it alive with a fresh burst of inspiration for a new generation. 

In 2017, the company introduced a prototype electric microbus. There’s buzz about a fully autonomous version coming soon. Car and Driver also teased a $40,000 2023 microbus that could catapult VW T2 nostalgia right into the eco-friendly future.

From 1950 ‘Til Forever

The Type 2 is truly timeless. Each owner buys it and loves it for their own reasons. For some, it’s a throwback to design perfection in an era where so many vehicles still look like the same old, same old. For many, it’s a way to rekindle old memories of days gone by. For the most devoted fans, the VW bus is a living legend that should never die.

It exists forever in the music and mythology of the Beach Boys, Bob Dylan, and – perhaps most famously – the Grateful Dead. When Grateful Dead frontman Jerry Garcia died in 1995, the VW company released a tribute ad in Rolling Stone featuring a hand-drawn VW bus with a single tear falling from its headlight.

So how do you honor your VW bus? How do you keep its spirit alive as each decade goes by?

If you’re like most owners, you’ll always enjoy stuffing it full of drinks, snacks, and gear so you can head out for an adventure. You still get the same thrill from backing it out of the driveway on a bright summer day and heading for the beach. And people still stop you in parking lots just to say, “Cool van, man!”

A Customized V2 Bus Policy to Fit Your Needs

Owning a VW bus is unlike having any other vehicle. It takes time, patience, and love. Your bus is an old friend who deserves individual attention and special care, so each choice you make is a vital part of its future.

At Classic Auto Insurance, we understand your desire to preserve your bus with the perfect insurance coverage. We offer customizable policies that are as unique as your VW bus. We tailor each insurance plan to the individual customer and vehicle.

Agreed Value, Not Stated Value for Your V2 Bus

At Classic Auto Insurance, we’ll offer you Agreed Value coverage on your Volkswagen Type 2 bus. Unlike other insurance companies that want to tell you what your bus is worth, we work with you to determine the real value of your bus and write a policy based on that price. In the event that your VW bus is totaled in a covered loss, you will receive the exact agreed-upon value on your policy, minus your deductible.

Flexible Plans and Rollover Miles

Each VW bus owner drives it at a different rate, so we have mileage plan options. Choose from one of our three mileage plans – 1,000, 3,000, or 6,000 miles – to tailor your policy to your needs. 

So if you plan to take your bus on a long road trip but it doesn’t pan out, no problem. Classic Auto Insurance offers rollover miles from one year’s policy to the next, so you don’t have to give up your free-wheeling lifestyle and can use your miles later.

Always Affordable Rates for Your Peace of Mind

In addition to Agreed Value, our Inflation Guard protection provides an automatic increase in vehicle coverage every quarter, throughout the policy term. This means you never have to worry that your VW bus may be underinsured. This is just another way we offer peace of mind to Classic Auto customers.

Volkswagen Bus Roadside Assistance – Call Anytime

Even the most lovingly-maintained VW bus breaks down once in a while. That’s okay – your Classic Auto Insurance policy includes nationwide roadside assistance with guaranteed flatbed towing for careful handling. We’re just a phone call away, so call us when you need us.

The Perfect Coverage for Your V2 Bus at a Fair Price

At Classic Auto, we understand that owning a VW bus is something deeply meaningful to you, and we’ll always treat you and your bus with respect. Our prices are fair and our coverage is tailored to your needs for the full benefits of vintage auto insurance.

Get a free VW Type 2 bus insurance quote online or give us a call today at 888-901-1338 to create an individualized insurance plan. We take the worry out of finding the right policy so you can get back to what you love most: rolling along the roads in your VW bus!

VW Type 2 Bus – Peace, Love, and the Open Road

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