1992 Volkswagen Transporter Restored

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina

Why It's Curated: This 1992 Volkswagen Transporter is for sale in Charlotte, NC. This exceptionally rare Brazilian-market Volkswagen Kombi represents one of the very last factory-produced, air-cooled Transporter trucks—and a vehicle that, despite its 1992 model year, is fundamentally rooted in Volkswagen’s classic Type 2 lineage. Built for markets that prioritized durability, simplicity, and long service life, this Kombi has far more in common mechanically and philosophically with a 1972-era Transporter than with contemporary early-1990s vans sold in Europe or North America.

With approximately 500 miles driven since its comprehensive restoration, this Kombi presents in essentially new condition despite being over three decades old. The restoration, backed by over $37,000 in documented investment, reflects a meticulous, no-shortcuts approach that discerning collectors expect. Unlike European-market vans of the same era, this Brazilian-built Transporter retains the classic 1600cc air-cooled flat-four, rear-engine layout, rear-wheel drive, and mechanical simplicity that defined Volkswagen’s commercial vehicles for generations. The manual transmission, clean Vermont title, and extensive restoration documentation further reinforce its authenticity and collector appeal. As one of the final air-cooled Volkswagen trucks ever produced, this Kombi offers a rare opportunity to own a factory-built continuation of Volkswagen’s original Transporter concept, completed with the care and craftsmanship of a documented father-son restoration.

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Model History: While the 1992 model year places this Volkswagen Kombi late in the calendar, its engineering roots trace back decades earlier. Volkswagen Brazil continued producing the Type 2-based Kombi long after Europe and North America transitioned to the Vanagon (T3) and later water-cooled platforms. These Brazilian-market vehicles were not T3s, nor were they modernized derivatives; instead, they represented a deliberate continuation of the proven Type 2 architecture, refined incrementally but never fundamentally redesigned.

By the early 1990s, Volkswagen Brazil had amassed decades of experience building air-cooled commercial vehicles for demanding environments. The Kombi retained its rear-mounted, air-cooled 1600cc flat-four, rear-wheel-drive layout, and straightforward mechanical systems, emphasizing ease of maintenance and durability over technological advancement. In contrast to the water-cooled Eurovan that replaced air-cooled Transporters elsewhere, the Brazilian Kombi preserved the unmistakable character, sound, and mechanical honesty that enthusiasts associate with earlier models from the 1960s and 1970s.

Vehicle Details:
Year: 1992
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Transporter
Drive: Rear Wheel Drive
Miles: 500 Since Restoration
Mileage Verification: TMU 
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual (3 pedals)
Number of Forward Gears:
Engine: 1600 cc
Exterior Color: Blue
Interior Color: White
State of Registration: Vermont
Vehicle Location: Charlotte, NC
VIN: Available Upon Request
Title: Clean

Details:

Exterior & Interior:
Completely restored

Leather interior
Working Heat: No
Working Air Conditioning: No

Other Notable Features or Functions:
This is a completely restored VW truck with over $37K invested into it. My father and I restore cars for a hobby and would be happy to provide pictures of the restoration process.