I owned this bus in Sweden some years in the late 80´s . It was used as a schoolbus from the beginning. the Engine was changed three times until -62 when it was put in a Barn where it rested for about 20 years. very good to see it running again
That's such a cool story! My dad has gotten me hooked on volkswagens. In fact he has a beetle, a converted beetle to a sandrail. 1 bay 1950s (which is spotless). A split screen and the holy grail the 23 window
Gotta love doing the interview through the safari windows. Perfect decision to go with the Porsche drivetrain. Rikki, you seem like a great guy, and I hope you never sell that beauty!
Rikki James haven't seen that bloke in years or decades, last time I saw Rikki in that Bus was midway through a power slide as he was drifting it round an oval track with a lot more sideways then forwards and tons of dust and gravel, he had it well under control and with a lot of cheering from the spectators. Hope your doing well Rikki!...
wow tu combi esta muy bonita, i´m Edwin Camacho from México, i like your bus it´s very AWESOME i have 2 new bugs last editión 2004, the last one vw bug who was made in México but your samba is.... hoooo my god for another world, all the best for you and your family from this beautiful country... MY MÉXICO...
Somebody asked what the music was in the video, I believe it is "Camp Africa's" new single, as I hear they are jumping on the band wagon of re-union tours, I hear "My New Career" live is the B-Side.
Are there any videos detailing all the elements of this bus? I am intrigued by the switches on the dash and in the cab and that big scoop above the windshields.
Awesome! There's another great VW Video series called SEEVWTV, look them up on youtube. A lot of cool interviews there. This is shot way better though!
Luvely Bus Rikki, there is much cooler VW meets in the U.K. One day I will have to travel there. I am one of the VW Camper contingent, but also drive a very rare (1:9 left) Bischofberger Kranich I Star 1979. Ever think about restoring your luvely?
pecka2k IMO, it's mostly for highway handling. It doesn't take long behind the wheel of a stock height bus to understand why bringing it down a little and tightening up makes 55+mph a lot more comfortable.
I owned this bus in Sweden some years in the late 80´s . It was used as a schoolbus from the beginning. the Engine was changed three times until -62 when it was put in a Barn where it rested for about 20 years. very good to see it running again
That's such a cool story! My dad has gotten me hooked on volkswagens. In fact he has a beetle, a converted beetle to a sandrail. 1 bay 1950s (which is spotless). A split screen and the holy grail the 23 window
I'm meant to be at home relaxing but after watching this and since the suns out, I'm going for a spin in my 65
I just had to pause your video to say that I can feel your passion towards vw's. Your a true fan. Enjoy the ride.
cannot believe I watched this vid this morning and past you in didcot today love the bus..
i have watched this video atleast a dozen times,,awesome everytime
Gotta love doing the interview through the safari windows. Perfect decision to go with the Porsche drivetrain. Rikki, you seem like a great guy, and I hope you never sell that beauty!
Great to see you today at bidford.thanks for making the effort to come up and letting us see the bus!
Cheers dave
I think I've watched this video 25 times now... Damn I love that bus. Rikki seems really cool too. :)
Rikki James haven't seen that bloke in years or decades, last time I saw Rikki in that Bus was midway through a power slide as he was drifting it round an oval track with a lot more sideways then forwards and tons of dust and gravel, he had it well under control and with a lot of cheering from the spectators. Hope your doing well Rikki!...
Stunning bus captain, I've been restoring a 58 single cab for 3yrs and plan to never sell it.......I've promised it my boy when my times up 😉
Don't ever change this bus Rikki... it's perfect :)) Bags of character, oodles of soul. Love it! Peace and love from Yorkshire. Xxx
It's not a phase you're going through dude. You're just same as the rest of us, it's a way of life :)
Great video.
thnk u for sharing a great vantastic video happy holidays n a new year .....
so awesome. really enjoy how much style and love you put in this project and in your videos.
nice bus....I appreciate the condition and what has been done,still has the character and charm,plus its a barndoor 1954...
I would like to see more videos of James. Maybe his collection of VW's would be cool.
Awesome!! really like the way how people can tel they're story in these short films! I need more of this stuff! :)
Super rare bad ass splity , wouldn’t change a single thing about it 👍
Again great atmosphere in the vid dude! Love it, love the bus, say hi to Rikki from me and I'm curious on the next video! Keep it up!
Just perfect the way it is..beautiful Samba.
Great production value. Thx.
wow tu combi esta muy bonita, i´m Edwin Camacho from México, i like your bus it´s very AWESOME i have 2 new bugs last editión 2004, the last one vw bug who was made in México but your samba is.... hoooo my god for another world, all the best for you and your family from this beautiful country... MY MÉXICO...
This bus is amazing. Very cool video.
That bus is truly a diamond ! Wow !
I totally love this bus. Everything about it is awesome. And only 17 in existence?!?! That's wild.
Love the enthusiasm! Great video!
Solid ending. I don't want my son to understand life without my Ghia. Men should work to make the world around them beautiful.
i appreciate these kind of people
saw this on the m4 today .very cool and that plate !!!!
Lowered or not, it is a beautiful thing for the eyes.
Wow.. right hand.. Such a beautiful bus
that is beautiful, man you seem like an awesome person! i have a 71 but i love your bus, ..shared this vid :)
beautiful bus love the patina look!
Absolutely brilliant, true passion.
Wow I just love these vehicles especially yours. I guess many parts are expensive but with some metal working skills you can improvise
I have loved this bus since I seen it on camper crises thanks for posting I'll be subscribing
Somebody asked what the music was in the video, I believe it is "Camp Africa's" new single, as I hear they are jumping on the band wagon of re-union tours, I hear "My New Career" live is the B-Side.
nice vid, nice guy and a great car - thanks for sharing this!
Are there any videos detailing all the elements of this bus? I am intrigued by the switches on the dash and in the cab and that big scoop above the windshields.
I sold this guy my 23 window 1960 samba back in the early nineties... I wonder if he still has it?
thats an awesome bus,looks so cool
Great video! Thanks! :))
this is a very cool and rare bus 🥰🥰
Love it! loads of character.
Incredible, what a beaut.
This VW is amazing! Wow!
@Roville80 thank you mate, Ill be sure to check them out!
I love it ,Thanks for sharing it
You have an awesome house and life!!!
Well done Rikki ! Looks awesome mate- Uber cool Vid
Really nice bus!
Tall stacks for low end grunt and smoother delivery. Sharp.
Rikki James is a real nice guy. a gentlman.
Beautiful bus!
8-9-12 vanfest vans lookin great top bus keep on bmx Rikki
Amazing bus!
real quick for a new comer to the VW world....what does samba mean and was that the standard color combo.....very slick btw :)
Very nice bus Rikki i wouldn't change a thing on it, Ok maybe i Would make it electric eSamba Project Episode #17 - Turning One year
Great vids.. Who have made the music in the vid? cheers..
Nice vid and nice music..... Cool
Great bus! have you got this bus frome Sweden ?
Nice camera work !
Groovy bus & video !! :)
Fantastic
nice thank you for the video ..
We got a 54 down here in Miami.
lucky to have one of these...
Thank you very much :)
What is the name of this song at the beginning of the video who is the author
Thats awsome Brother!!
Well done!
saw it today in Abingdon 😍
Great bus & a nice guy. :)
@mortenbrumme Thank you very much, I had to buy the music from I-Stock audio. Thanks for watching :)
Really cool Van 🤓
holy grail material
seen this bloke before but can place him was he in a group ???????
Was that your place in the background, final shot?
Nice house, nice van - great vid, thanks.
Great story :-)
If I was ever given the choice between being given a free Rolls Royce or a VW type 2 camper, I would go for the camper :)
@nigelsiam thanks man thats super kind :)
Awesome bus man *_*
Quality vid that, love it.
idol...
game over winner
man i love that car is my favorite my dream is own one and make it better change the motor and stuff to make it awesome i love them
Love it
my bro made me a single wheel trailers in cardiff have a look at our 1st one , could custom build them,
HELL YEAH!
these are so cool! i wish vw would bring them back except maybe a bit more modern and cool looking.
Awesome! There's another great VW Video series called SEEVWTV, look them up on youtube. A lot of cool interviews there. This is shot way better though!
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nice car!
She's a butte Clark!
#1 Collector VW Van
Luvely Bus Rikki, there is much cooler VW meets in the U.K. One day I will have to travel there. I am one of the VW Camper contingent, but also drive a very rare (1:9 left) Bischofberger Kranich I Star 1979. Ever think about restoring your luvely?
I cant help but watch this video and be a hater... haters gonna hate. Nice work.. perfect barndoor samba!
Nice !!!
Does everyone have to lower these?
I know. Why...just why?
pecka2k IMO, it's mostly for highway handling. It doesn't take long behind the wheel of a stock height bus to understand why bringing it down a little and tightening up makes 55+mph a lot more comfortable.
Yes we have to lower every bus,,because it makes the handling alot better and looks bad ass thats why we do it
What is the engine?
1:54 BROOOOOOOAAAAAAAAARRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
Nice