Volkswagen Eurovan Accessories Really Spice Up "The Bus"Volkswagen Eurovan Accessories can turn your old "VW van" into a fashionable retro-chic ride. The Eurovan (also known as "The Bus" or the "Type 2") is considered the forerunner of all modern passenger vans and "minivans," and is a testament to practical German engineering. It is also highly customizable, and lends itself well to modifications of nearly any type. The Eurovan was launched more than a half-century ago in 1950. After it's initial success, it was followed by a host of imitators by Ford, Dodge and Chevrolet to name just a few. Some VW "impersonators" even copied the Eurovan's styling, design, utilities and the now-famous VW rear-mounted engine. Dutch importer, Ben Pon is generally considered to be the father of the Eurovan. In 1947 he began sketching out the design for a rounded-nosed auto-van. Three years later, the VW Wolfsburg plant began producing the first commercially available "Type 2's," as they were called at the time--or Eurovans as we know them today. The Eurovan can have countless variations. It can be converted into a delivery van by losing the side windows and rear seats; a raised roof delivery van; a flatbed truck, camping van, and many others. The vehicle has always lent itself to creativity, and its dependable rear-mounted engine ensured years of trouble-free performance in any kind of driving environment.. The "hippie era" of the late 60s and into the early 70s saw the popularity of the original Eurovan soar. The "Bus" became a symbol of the anti-war movement and a burgeoning counterculture in the United States. The Eurovan was no longer just a means of transportation, but an expression of discontent with the status quo, and a rallying call for political and social change. This was also an era of high creativity in Eurovan accessories, with many owners expanding the role of the van with customized parts and "far out" designs. Budding artists began removing the original factory paint, and converted the Eurovan into their own private canvas of free expression. From the surreal to the psychedelic, Eurovan owners threw out the rule book, and soon the country was overflowing with multi-colored symbols of peace and rebellion. Notably, some anti-war activists replaced the front VW logo with a peace sign. This rebellious, "peacenik" attitude became symbolically associated with the Eurovan and remains an integral part of its reputation today. From its simple and practical beginnings to its modern incarnation, the Eurovan has proven its longevity and versatility. Accessories of every imaginable type have been made for "the bus," and this customization process goes on today. Modern accessories for "The Bus" include custom roof-racks, front-end covers, chrome grill kits, splashguards and surfboard carriers. And it's a testament to the sheer "staying power" of the VW Eurovan that you can still find replacement engine parts, transmissions and other critical parts, even for the oldest models on the road. It's easy to customize a Eurovan to fit your own personality, and conveniently, most parts and accessories can be located and even ordered online. Volkswagen Eurovan accessories are as freely available as they were in the "hippy era" and will likely continue to be into the foreseeable future, helping Eurovan owners everywhere to express their unique personalities.
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