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Volkswagen Type 2 (T2)

1967–1979

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  • Lowest price

    £8,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    £17,430

    Since 2020 · n=16

  • Highest price

    £28,352

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    16

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 16 lots

Volkswagen Type 2

Based on 16 verified auction results

SELLDepreciatinghigh confidence

£13,046

Market value · recent verified sales

-29.5%

12-month change

Wait or Sell

Prices declining. Sellers should consider acting; buyers should wait.

Median sold price down 29.5% over the last 12 months. Loss is likely to continue, especially for this segment.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

£5,977

-54%

5-Year Forecast

£4,745

-64%

Market scores

46

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Poor

10

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1974

    +£3,954+23%

    22 with · 18 without · high confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The Volkswagen Type 2 T2 has fallen sharply in the UK market, with the median price down to £13,046 and declining 29.5% over the past twelve months. This downward pressure carries a sell signal and reflects a broader depreciation trend rather than a temporary correction.

Market activity remains sparse, with just four sales recorded in the past year against a total tracked sample of sixteen vehicles. This thin liquidity suggests buyers should expect limited selection and sellers may face extended holding periods to secure a sale at desired terms.

The typical T2 transacting in the current market carries around 24,100 miles, indicating these examples are generally well-preserved examples rather than high-mileage daily drivers. The model retains its collectible classification, though moderate desirability and low transaction volume suggest appeal remains niche within the UK classic market.

The base projection for the next three years points to a steep decline, with median values potentially falling to around £5,977—a 54% drop from current levels. Over five years, that trend deepens further, with the model potentially reaching £4,745 under base-case assumptions, representing a cumulative loss of nearly 64%.

This combination of accelerating depreciation, thin trading, and weak near-term momentum suggests the T2 market is contracting rather than consolidating. Owners should reassess holding periods, while prospective buyers considering entry may find better value waiting for further price stabilization, though no recovery is projected within the five-year window.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg value£13,046
  • Annual appr. rate-29.5%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked44
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared44 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)£450
  • Maintenance£900
  • Storage£2,400
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual cost£3,750
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

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Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings1
  • Sales Last 12 Months4
  • Sell-Through25%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings1
  • Avg Sale Price£17,270
  • Avg Mileage at Sale24,100 mi
  • Recent Price Range£8,000 – £28,352
  • Total Sales Tracked16

Recent sales

Showing latest 16
  • £14,851

    the-market · 15 Jun 2026

  • £17,800

    Collecting Cars · 16 Mar 2026

  • £11,240

    the-market · 2 Mar 2026

  • £10,440

    the-market · 8 Oct 2025

  • £15,177

    the-market · 7 Apr 2025

  • £21,529

    the-market · 26 Feb 2025

  • £10,000

    Collecting Cars · 11 Feb 2025

  • £20,000

    Collecting Cars · 3 Feb 2025

  • £22,222

    the-market · 13 Jan 2025

  • £18,500

    the-market · 6 Jan 2025

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.