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Volkswagen Type 2 (T2)

1967–1979

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  • Lowest price

    US$8,500

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$19,278

    Since 2020 · n=22

  • Highest price

    US$79,200

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    22

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 22 lots

Volkswagen Type 2

Based on 22 verified auction results

HOLDStablehigh confidence

US$13,250

Market value · recent verified sales

+6.8%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.

Prices have been flat (+6.8%). No strong directional signal.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$14,513

+10%

5-Year Forecast

US$14,944

+13%

Market scores

50

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Good

60

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1974

    +US$4,373+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 is trading at a median of $13,250 in the US market, up 6.8% over the past twelve months on a stable upward trajectory that signals confidence without exuberance.

The sample of six transactions over the past year reflects thin liquidity in this segment, though the broader tracking pool of twenty-two sales over a longer period provides reasonable confidence in pricing. For buyers and sellers alike, this thinness means patience is often rewarded and negotiation room exists, but finding the right match may take time.

These vehicles typically turn up with very low mileage—averaging just 200 miles—a reflection of their status as preserved examples rather than daily drivers. This condition profile supports their classification as appreciating classics and underpins the moderate desirability that keeps them steadily moving through the market.

The Type 2 T2 carries a collectibility score of 6 and sits firmly in appreciating-classic territory, a tier that has proven resilient across market cycles. The absence of current listings suggests no inventory pressure at present, consistent with the thin-liquidity designation.

Base-case projections point to $14,513 by year three (9.5% appreciation) and $14,944 by year five (12.8% total gain), a measured pace that reflects steady demand from enthusiasts and collectors without the volatility of hotter segments. The high-confidence assessment supports a Hold or Wait posture for existing owners and suggests no urgency for prospective buyers, though entry at current levels carries reasonable long-term merit.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$13,250
  • Annual appr. rate+6.8%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
This model holds value better than its segment average — strong long-term hold.

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)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$1,210
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,030
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

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Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months20
  • Sell-Through91%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$25,734
  • Avg Mileage at Sale200 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$8,500 – US$79,200
  • Total Sales Tracked22

Recent sales

Showing latest 20
  • US$25,300

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$17,600

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$23,000

    Bring a Trailer · 12 Aug 2026

  • US$20,000

    Bring a Trailer · 11 Aug 2026

  • US$28,000

    Bring a Trailer · 11 Aug 2026

  • US$13,950

    Bring a Trailer · 8 Aug 2026

  • US$8,500

    Bring a Trailer · 7 Aug 2026

  • US$15,000

    Bring a Trailer · 6 Aug 2026

  • US$20,000

    Bring a Trailer · 28 Jul 2026

  • US$31,900

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

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