We are proud to show the restoration of 'Alfie' the twin turbo camper
We are proud to show the restoration of 'Alfie' the twin turbo camper
Alfie was restored by WPVW in 2010
Part of this restoration was a complete mechanical makeover, featuring a WPVW designed twin turbo, fuel injected Type 4 engine. This is one impressive Kombi!
Alfie arrives at WPVW
The interior needs a makeover
Rust found in multiple places throughout the Kombi
The Kombi will get a major upgrade from the 1600cc Type 1 engine
The Kombi is stripped
Engine is stripped down and is found to be in very poor condition
Allan (Wayne's dad) replaces the rusty roof
All rust repairs complete and the body is primed
The body is painted
New interior is being fitted
The 2.4 litre Type 4 engine designed for Alfie will be fitted with twin turbos
WPVW fabricates the twin turbo system
There are no shortcuts at WPVW. We check everything to ensure perfection
Assembly of the engine begins
Engine almost complete, now onto the gearbox
WPVW also reconditions the gearbox and installs tall ratio gears to suit the increased torque of the twin turbo Type 4 engine
Engine and gearbox now installed
Not your average Kombi engine!
The new interior is a huge improvement!
Alfie is now complete. This is one exceptional looking Kombi!
We no longer perform restorations at WPVW but our commitment to providing the highest quality VW engines, performance and service in Australia remains. Contact us for all your VW needs.