Volkswagen Type 2 (T2)
1967–1979
Lowest price
US$8,500
Since 2020
Median price
US$20,000
Since 2020 · n=33
Highest price
US$79,200
Since 2020
Sold cars
33
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 33 lots

Based on 33 verified auction results
US$13,250
Market value · recent verified sales
+15.7%
12-month change
Hold or Wait
Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.
Median sold price up 15.7% over the last 12 months. Hold if owned; chasing the trend at peak carries risk.
MSRP
—
Collectibility
6/10
Collectible
3-Year Forecast
US$14,513
+10%
5-Year Forecast
US$14,944
+13%
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Market scores
50
Desirability
Thin
30
Liquidity
Excellent
85
Resale Outlook
Option premiums
What every option is worth.
Built ≤ 1974
+US$2,949+15%25 with · 25 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 appreciated 15.7 percent over the past twelve months, reaching a median of US$13,250 in the US market. This solid upward movement signals steady collector interest, though the pace appears to have moderated from earlier appreciation cycles.
Transaction volume remains thin, with just six sales logged in the trailing twelve months and thirty-three total tracked across the dataset. That limited liquidity suggests buyers and sellers should expect negotiation friction and longer hold periods, though the scarcity also underpins the segment's appeal to committed enthusiasts.
Cars transacting in this market average just 4,100 miles, indicating that most T2s changing hands have been well-preserved or stored. This low-mileage profile is typical for the classification and reflects the enthusiast base's preservation mindset.
The T2 carries a collectibility score of 6 out of 10 with moderate desirability, reflecting its iconic status in automotive culture alongside production constraints and the broader camper-van revival. Condition, originality, and engine configuration remain the primary value differentiators in an otherwise supply-constrained segment.
Looking ahead, the model is projected to gain 9.5 percent over three years and 12.8 percent over five years, reaching US$14,513 and US$14,944 respectively. This trajectory reflects sustained demand from collectors seeking accessible classic vans, though growth is expected to remain deliberate rather than explosive.
The HOLD signal reflects this measured appreciation outlook paired with thin liquidity. Owners comfortable holding should see gradual gains; buyers should factor in patience and potentially regional sourcing challenges given the scarcity of available stock.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg valueUS$13,250
- Annual appr. rate+15.7%/yr
- Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
Vehicle History Signals
- Auction lots tracked68
- Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
- No damage declared68 (100.0%)
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)US$600
- MaintenanceUS$1,210
- StorageUS$3,220
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual costUS$5,030
For sale now · 1 live
All live dealsMarket Liquidity
- Active Listings1
- Sales Last 12 Months30
- Sell-Through91%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings1
- Avg Sale PriceUS$24,927
- Avg Mileage at Sale4,100 mi
- Recent Price RangeUS$8,500 – US$79,200
- Total Sales Tracked33
Recent sales
Showing latest 20US$29,750
Bring a Trailer · 5 Oct 2026
blue and white · manual
US$16,500
Bring a Trailer · 27 Sept 2026
yellow · manual
US$20,900
mecum · 26 Sept 2026
Orange/White · Manual
US$33,000
mecum · 26 Sept 2026
Light Blue/White · Manual
US$43,000
Bring a Trailer · 22 Sept 2026
red
US$25,500
Bring a Trailer · 17 Sept 2026
red and white
US$16,000
cars-and-bids · 11 Sept 2026
8,000 mi
US$26,250
Bring a Trailer · 25 Aug 2026
Yellow and white · Manual
US$17,800
Bring a Trailer · 25 Aug 2026
green · manual
US$8,500
Bring a Trailer · 20 Aug 2026
Common questions
What is a Volkswagen Type 2 (T2) worth in 2026?
The current United States market median is US$13,250, based on 6 verified auction sales. Recent sales ranged from US$8,500 to US$79,200.
Is the Volkswagen Type 2 (T2) going up in value?
Over the last 12 months its United States median moved +15.7%. Past movement is not a guarantee of future value.
How many Volkswagen Type 2 (T2)s are for sale right now?
We track 1 live auction listing for this model right now — each priced against the market median on this page.
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.
