Exploring the homeland was in vogue - and the Economic Miracle allowed travel groups to do exactly that. Travel vehicles such as the VW samba bus served as somewhat of a partner to the tourist industry and, as such, was naturally given its own name of endearment and almost considered to be its own person. The name “Hanseat” clearly indicates, of course, that the prototype of the WIKING model performed its duties in Northern Germany, treating all travellers to an unforgettable time - and an abundance of sunlight - thanks to its ample glazing.

Upper part of body light ivory, lower part of body carmine red. Closed folding roof basalt grey, interior with bench seats ivory beige. Inserted pearl white steering wheel. Chassis in black. Wheel rims silver, ivory beige bumpers inserted at the front and the rear and imprinted with a silver chrome strip. VW logo at the front, door handles as well as ornamental strips at the nose and on the sides imprinted silver. Ivory beige “Hanseat” lettering on both sides. Silver chrome rings and traffic orange indicator surfaces.