This T1-era Volkswagen Type 2 Kombi Splitscreen is an iconic and characterful classic bus, which has been the subject of an extensive refurbishment by Australian Volkswagen specialist Dubsmith Garage. It is now powered by a modified 1.9-litre air-cooled flat-four, driving the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. The seller reports a total expenditure of AUD $216,263.66 including GST, of which AUD $178,684.44 excluding GST was attributed to restoration work. The odometer indicates 80,838 miles, though this is not warranted. The seller reports that the vehicle has covered approximately 150 km since its restoration. Build year: 1956 This T1-era Type 2 Kombi is finished in an understated shade of grey with a Wolfsburg crest incorporated into the door paintwork over a black vinyl-trimmed interior. It rides on a set of 15-inch Fuchs-style alloy wheels finished in gloss-black with polished ‘petal’ spokes and lips, fitted with Nankang AS-1 tyres. Equipment includes an 11-window body configuration, side ‘barn doors’, a two-spoke steering wheel, front ‘Safari’ windows, push-out front quarter light windows, sliding side windows, and two rows of rear bench seats. It has been fitted with a rear safari window kit. Accompanied by extensive restoration paperwork and invoices documenting the work carried out by Dubsmith Garage, together with two keys. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: the vehicle has undergone extensive bodywork refurbishment, including structural metal repairs, replacement body panels and a new roof, and has been refinished in colour and clear coat. The seller states that it received maintenance in September 2026, and it is currently kept in showroom storage. The seller states that, following its purchase in August 2018, it was refurbished by Dubsmith Garage between August 2020 and February 2022. During this work, the body was mounted to a chassis jig; the rear corners, battery trays, chassis rails, crossmembers and roof gutters were repaired; a new roof, dashboard, long-side panel, window panel and windscreen panel were fitted; the rear hatch was repaired and completed, and a side window panel was fabricated to the 11-window specification. The body shell was sandblasted and treated with epoxy and polyester coatings; the interior, cab and roof were finished in 2K primer, a rear safari window kit was installed, and the doors and remaining panels were painted and clear-coated, with a Wolfsburg crest applied to the doors. An enduring symbol of Volkswagen's early commercial vehicle heritage, the T1-generation Type 2 Kombi Splitscreen remains a highly distinctive and sought-after classic, prized for its charming design and versatility. This 1956 example has benefited from an extensive refurbishment by Dubsmith Garage, including substantial structural and cosmetic work. With its modified 1.9-litre engine and classic 11-window configuration, it would make a characterful addition to a collection of vintage Volkswagens, and an appealing companion for relaxed weekend drives, enthusiast gatherings and classic vehicle events.