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11th Dec 2013

Gallery: The end of the road… Best pics of the VW Type 2 aka. the VW Camper

VW’s iconic Type 2 will roll off the production line for the very last time on December 20, so to commemorate the much loved motor here’s a look back at some of its best pictures.

Oisin Collins

VW’s iconic Type 2 (the Camper’s official name) will roll off the production line for the very last time on December 20, so to commemorate the much loved motor here’s a look back at some of its best pictures.

The very first VW Camper rolled off the production line 63-years ago back in 1950 and it quickly became a hit with both workmen and families alike. Since then the Camper has lived a very, very colourful life and it even became a symbol for the hippie movement back in the 50’s and 60’s.

The very last brand spanking new Camper is set to roll off the production line in Sao Bernardo do Campo, Brazil on December 20, so we’ve decided to take a look back at some of the best pictures featuring the iconic bus…

For a little informative history lesson on the VW Camper check out volkswagen.ie.