11/03/2026
🚐 DID YOU KNOW? THE VW WESTFALIA WAS THE ORIGINAL TINY HOME ON WHEELS!
Long before became a trend, Volkswagen Westfalia campers were taking adventurers across America!
Here are a few fun facts about these iconic campers:
🚐 Born in 1951! Westfalia began converting VW Buses into campers, creating one of the most recognizable recreational vehicles in history.
🏕️ Small but mighty! Depending on the model, these campers featured fold-out beds, tables, sinks, cooking facilities, and even sleeping space for four!
⬆️ The famous pop-top! This clever design provided extra headroom and, on some models, additional sleeping space.
✌️ A cultural icon! During the 1960s and 1970s, the Westfalia became a symbol of freedom, adventure, and the American road trip.
💰 Now highly collectible! Once an affordable way to explore the country, beautifully restored early Westfalias can command impressive prices today.
At Okoboji Classic Cars, we love vehicles with history, personality, and a great story to tell!
If you had a Westfalia and a full tank of gas, where would you go? 🌎
